Year 5 - Art and design
Design a mask using sources
Sculpture: make a mask
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Unit Summary
Masks have been created and used by many cultures and peoples through the ages, including in contemporary society for film and TV. In this unit, pupils will learn various sculpture techniques, design and make a mask.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to use a range of sources as inspiration to design a unique mask.
Key Notes
- Masks have cultural, historical and functional significance, often used in rituals, performances, or protection.
- Sources, such as cultural artifacts or historical examples, can inspire creative designs.
- A good design process involves observing, experimenting and refining ideas.
- Labeling a design helps communicate ideas effectively.
Vocabulary To Learn
- inspiration: the process of being mentally stimulated by something to create new ideas
- pattern: a design in which lines, shapes, forms or colours are repeated
- symbol: a mark or character used to represent an idea, object, or relationship
- texture: the way something feels or looks like it feels (e.g. smooth, rough)
- cultural source: a piece of art, artefact, or tradition from a specific culture that provides ideas
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Sources should be copied from exactly to create a good design.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Explain the lesson in two key points.
Masks have cultural, historical and functional significance, often used in rituals, performances, or protection. Sources, such as cultural artifacts or historical examples, can inspire creative designs.
2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'inspiration'
the process of being mentally stimulated by something to create new ideas.
3. Correct this common mistake.
Mistake: Sources should be copied from exactly to create a good design. Correction: Sources are for inspiration, not replication. Great designs mix ideas from multiple sources and add personal creativity.
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