Bold. Political. Poetic.
Bring the power of protest art into your classroom with this ready-to-teach KS2–KS3 art lesson inspired by contemporary American artist Adam Pendleton and his idea of “Black Dada.”
In this one-off or extended session, pupils explore Pendleton’s use of collage, text, and black-and-white imagery to express ideas around identity, language, and change. The lesson finishes with pupils creating their own layered mixed media artwork using printable images, paint, and powerful word art.
What’s included:
- A vibrant, pupil-friendly PowerPoint presentation
- Easy-to-read artist info sheet
- Printable collage materials
- Step-by-step creative project instructions
Suitable for KS2 and KS3 (with differentiation tips possible)
Skills developed:
- Looking closely at contemporary art
- Talking about protest, identity, and creative expression
- Exploring mixed media techniques
- Creating bold, meaningful collage art
Perfect for Black History Month, cross-curricular PSHE/art projects, or as a fresh, creative standalone lesson that helps pupils see how art can be a tool for change.
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