Year 1- Art

In Art this half term, Year 1 have been exploring a range of exciting printing techniques. We have experimented with monoprinting, using objects with flat surfaces to create unique patterns and textures, as well as body printing, using our hands, feet and fingers to make colourful prints. We also enjoyed string printing, where we used ink and string to create interesting designs, and symmetry printing, folding our paper to reveal beautiful mirrored patterns. Throughout the unit, the children have developed their creativity, explored different ways of making marks and prints, and discovered how everyday objects and materials can be used to create fantastic works of art.

What The Student Says

Child A: "I liked using my hands and fingers to make different prints because it was fun and messy!"

Child B: "My favourite was string printing because I didn't know what the pattern would look like until I lifted the string."

Child C: "I learned that symmetry means both sides are the same. I loved folding the paper to see the surprise pattern."

Child D: "I used lots of different objects to make prints and they all made different shapes and textures."

What knowledge and skills have been developed?

Explored a range of printing techniques.
Used different tools and materials to create prints.
Developed fine motor skills through careful printing.
Created a variety of patterns, textures and shapes.
Investigated how different objects produce different print effects.
Used colour purposefully to enhance artwork.
Explored symmetry through folded printing.
Built confidence to experiment and take creative risks.
Improved observation skills by comparing different prints.
Followed a sequence of steps to produce a print.
Developed creativity and imagination through artistic exploration.

What the Teacher says

The children have thoroughly enjoyed exploring a range of printing techniques during our Art lessons this half term. They have shown great enthusiasm and curiosity as they experimented with different materials and methods. Throughout the unit, the children have developed their creativity, improved their fine motor skills and learned how different tools and techniques can produce a variety of patterns, textures and effects. It has been wonderful to see them confidently share their ideas, take creative risks and reflect on their artwork. We are incredibly proud of the imagination, perseverance and artistic skills they have demonstrated, and the fantastic prints they have produced.

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Clapgate Primary School
Cranmore Drive
Belle Isle
Leeds
LS10 4AW

School Contacts:

Headteacher: Miss Taylor
Deputy Headteacher: Mrs Falkingham
SENDCO: Miss Dent
Office: Miss Miller, Mrs Johnson, Miss Belt and Miss Stamp
Chair of Governors: Mr Bache

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