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This four-lesson art unit focuses on teaching students to sketch still life objects with attention to detail, light and shadow, and various artistic techniques. The lessons guide students through developing their sketching skills and understanding the work of famous artists.

What’s Included:
★ 4 Detailed Lessons: Step-by-step lesson plans designed to develop sketching skills in still life drawing.
★ PowerPoints: Visual aids to introduce key concepts and inspire creativity.
★ Activities: Hands-on exercises that help students explore light, shape, space, and different artistic styles.
★ Differentiation: Tasks designed to challenge students at varying skill levels.

Lesson Breakdown:

1. Investigate Still Life Art: Study the work of artists who popularised still life. Students will practice sketching objects, focusing on light and dark, shape, and space. Evaluation and modification are encouraged throughout the process.
2. Sketching with a Viewfinder (Cézanne): Using a viewfinder, students will focus on sketching objects in detail, drawing inspiration from Cézanne’s work. They will create a background to complement their still life compositions and evaluate their progress.
3. Cubist Still Life (Juan Gris): Explore cubist art by studying Juan Gris. Students will draw objects in detail using line and tone, combining different materials and media to create their own still life artwork.
4. Real-Life Object Sketching: Students will draw from real-life objects, exploring ways to create balanced compositions. Different shading techniques will be used to give form to their sketches, with ongoing evaluation and modification.

Why Choose This Resource?
★ Curriculum-Aligned: Meets national curriculum objectives for Art and Design, enhancing skills in sketching, composition, and art evaluation.
★ Artist-Focused: Introduces students to the work of famous artists, including Cézanne and Juan Gris, and encourages them to apply these styles in their own work.
★ Practical and Engaging: Each lesson involves hands-on activities that inspire creativity and improve technical skills.
★ Teacher-Friendly: Includes detailed plans and resources that save preparation time while ensuring engaging lessons.

Ideal for: KS2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Art and Design, Artist Study, Sketching, Cubism, Still Life.