Year 1 - Computing
Creating digital pictures in the style of an artist
Digital painting
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils develop their understanding of how to manipulate digital devices by using painting tools. They practise by creating digital paintings, gaining inspiration from the work of artists whilst reflecting on their preferences when painting with and without the use of digital devices.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to create shapes and choose colours to make a digital painting.
Key Notes
- The paintbrush and fill tools can be used together to create solid shapes.
- Different colours can be used in digital artwork.
- Artists create works of art using different techniques.
Vocabulary To Learn
- paintbrush tool: lets you create colourful marks
- palette: the set of colours you can choose from
- freehand: drawing without the shape or line tools
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- You should only use certain colours that other artists use when creating artwork.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
The paintbrush and fill tools can be used together to create solid shapes. Different colours can be used in digital artwork.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'paintbrush tool'
lets you create colourful marks. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: You should only use certain colours that other artists use when creating artwork. Correction: Art should be created to reflect your own style. Use colours that you think will make your artwork look the best.
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