WILF: BLOCK COLOUR, NO DETAIL, NO DARK TONES

Weeks 11 - 13

WALT:

paint a light background wash

Starter: In pairs, discuss which colours you would use as a wash for this image.

Landscapes of Qatar

Landscapes of Qatar

Landscapes of Qatar

Landscapes of Qatar

Look at the basic shapes and draw the outline lightly! Where should the

objects be on the page?

Block colour- all one colour

Background- the layer behind the top

Wash- use watery paint to make light tones

Success Criteria

• Fill all spaces with colour – choose the lightest colour of that area

• Only use light tones – watery paint

• Don’t add any detail or dark tones

• Use a big brush and work quickly

Extension:Start to build up the tone, slowly getting darker- look for shadows or darker areas

Plenary

Take a look at the persons work next to you.

What is their next step? Are they using the right colours,

lines, mark making?