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Bring the excitement of Futurism and movement into your classroom with this two-period lesson plan designed for Year 9 / Grade 8 students.

Students will dive into the world of Giacomo Balla, exploring how he captured energy, speed, and motion in his iconic works. Before this lesson, students research Balla and create a short presentation on his art. Now, they’ll take that knowledge further with a hands-on activity to create their own Balla-inspired dynamic artwork.

What’s Included:

A ready-to-use lesson plan exploring Balla’s process, focusing on rhythm, repetition, and motion in art.

Clear task steps for creating a dynamic drawing or pastel artwork that mirrors Balla’s vibrant energy.

Extension ideas for fast finishers or more advanced students.

Materials Needed:
Pencils, black pens, and pastels (or coloured chalks).

This resource is perfect for introducing Futurism, motion in art, or experimental mark-making, and it’s guaranteed to get students thinking about how to represent energy and movement in creative ways.