For art and design teachers.
7 PDF posters which visually describe 8 formal elements of art: line, colour, mood, texture, shape, form, space and value.
Each poster includes an art historical reference, and artistic vocabulary relating to the element.
These can be printed up to A3 and used as a display or as a teaching resource.
6 PDF posters useful for art and design teachers to display the formal/visual elements in their classroom. Can also be used as a teaching resource.
Each poster has art vocabulary and artist references related to the element.
Can be printed up to A3 in size.
140 slides of retrieval tasks all linking to the formal elements in Art (line, tone, shape, colour, pattern and texture).
20+ retrieval tasks / starters / plenaries for each of the formal/visual elements in the form of multiple choice quizzes, true/false, mini tasks, visual quizzes.
A wide range of different low-stakes assessment to test students knowledge of the key concepts in Art (the formal elements). All of these retrieval tasks link to the formal elements so they can be easily applied to any topic you’re teaching.
This resource includes two PDFs of ‘Elements of Art’ matching cards designed as a starter or plenary activity for KS3 students to reinforce their understanding of art terminology and definitions.
The Beginner Level set features cards with background drawings on the element words to provide visual support, helping students connect terms like Line, Shape, and Colour to their meanings.
The Harder Level set removes these visual cues, encouraging students to rely on their knowledge for matching.
Simply print and cut out the cards, then have students match each element card to its correct definition individually, in pairs, or as a group. Perfect for activating prior knowledge or consolidating learning at the end of a lesson!
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This resource provides an introduction to colour as part of the elements of art.
‘Colour’ consists of a PowerPoint presentation explaining colour theory and language accompanied by extensive teachers notes and multiple worksheets which cover use of the material by a wide range of ages and abilities.
The resource can be delivered as a single or multiple lesson depending on ability and time available.
The completed worksheets can be added to students sketch books to provide useful reference for future study and evidence of learning.
The resource consists of:
‘Colour’ PowerPoint presentation covering the start of colour theory. Includes, colour language and terminology, hue, colour wheels, primary and secondary colours, colour value, tints, shades and tones, and colour intensity.
Pdf of teachers notes for each page/item of the presentation. This provides explanation and background information to enable the teacher, even if not an art expert, to understand and deliver the lesson.
Set of 5 worksheets covering activities for all ages and abilities in the primary age group.
• Colour flower – Use knowledge of Primary and Secondary colours to fill in each of the 6 petals on the flower. 2 sheets, one black outlined petals, one with petals the colour that need to be filled. Encourages colour mixing, matching and knowledge.
• Colour maths. – Sheet with coloured shapes that form maths style questions to establish secondary colour mixing knowledge. Fill in the blank shapes with the correct colour. Also includes outline colour names, e.g. red, to complete in the appropriate colour.
• Colour wheel – 6 segment colour wheel with definitions of primary and secondary colours for students to complete with their own colour mixing attempts.
• Colour Value – Students explore colour value by mixing their own graduated blocks of tints, tones and shades and assessing what is happening.
• Colour Value and Intensity – complete the sheet using 2 different paint mediums to fill in the words ‘value’ and ‘intensity’ to practice and understand the difference between value and intensity in colour language.
Pdf of teachers notes relating to the completion of the above worksheets. Also included in this are helpful tips and advice on colour mixing, and art equipment to facilitate this. There are also suggestions for ways in which these activities can fulfil curriculum requirements and objectives.
I have aimed to make this resource useful and usable to those who do not have much art expertise for themselves but wish to inspire art and understanding in their students. It is of course usable by experts too. The variety of worksheets and flexibility within them, makes this resource an adaptable and useful tool for covering the elements of art.
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The formal elements of art poster set.
includes seven posters; line, colour , shape, space, texture, form, value.
PDF Document- Updated quality since Reviews
Complete twelve lesson formal elements Art & Design SOW with the theme ‘Under The Sea’. Knowledge organiser useful for all KS3 books. Links to Henri Matisse as research. Tried and tested with Year 7s this year, and was very successful.
**Made using OpenDyslexic font - may look different if you do not have this font installed. The font is free and is helpful for dyslexic students. **
Media used:
Pencil
Pen
Chalk & Charcoal
Monoprinting
Watercolour paint
Collage
Oil pastel
The Photographic Visual Elements can be used to;
Guide photoshoots.
Understand Photographers.
Stimulate projects.
Broaden understanding of Photography.
Slide two and three can be printed back to back and folded to created a “Zine” like handout.
This lesson covers all the elements of art: Line, shape, form, colour, value, texture and space.
It can be used for upper elementary or senior primary learners, either home-schooled or as a whole class.
It explains each element and encourages learners to identify how each is used in a painting.
Learners will create a poster of the elements of art during the lesson. For each element that is discussed, learners will fill in an area on their poster with examples of the element. Alternatively, the learners can complete the poster activity after the lesson at their own pace.
At the end of the lesson, there are two extension activities for those learners who are more advanced and would like to take their learning further.
Here is a template for students to use looking at a range of photographers that use the formal elements: Line, tone, shape, form, colour, texture, space, pattern. Can either be printed out and written on or worked digitally as a powerpoint. Each formal element has an example photographer and a section to analyse their work using the included writing frame and a page for students to put their own interpretations. There is also a print out slide at the end for homework. Suitable for Y9-Y12.
A word list, organised by the formal elements of art, which students can use when writing/discussing art work. Can also be printed on bigger sized paper to be displayed in the classroom.
TONE DRAWING WORKSHEETS for students to practice and improve their tonal range.
These worksheets host a step-by-step guide to help students complete the worksheets independently. All worksheets are accessible for all abilities and year groups (KS3+KS4).
Tone is an important ‘Visual Element’ in Art to master and these sheets are a great way to practice and refine various techniques. I have also included a Tone flash card which talks through the various principles of using tone in Art. This would be a great slide on the board well students are completing the task. It is also printable to A3 for a poster.
These worksheets could be used for a tone building lesson / cover lesson / homework task / assessments. The tasks can be used for Art and Design or Design and Technology lessons.
This download includes:
• x1 PowerPoint holding all worksheets so you can edit
• x1 PDF Tone Challenge - printable size A4 (produces 8 slips)
• x1 PDF Still life worksheet - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Hand worksheet - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Natural form worksheet - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Pepper worksheet - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Architecture worksheet (Ian Murphy) - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Architecture worksheet (Gaudi) - printable size A4 (produces 2 worksheets)
• x1 PDF Tone flash card / poster - printable sizes A5 / A4 / A3
***(each A4 worksheet can be cut in half to accommodate 2 students - please see image for layout)
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You will receive a step-by-step 9 page booklet for the project.
In this unit we will learn about the different Elements of Art. The elements of art are the building blocks of an artwork: colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, and space. They are the tools artists use when creating an artwork. Each of these art fundamentals are closely related and many of them overlap. When combined, they produce a complete artistic vision.
We will communicate our understanding of these elements of art by working collaboratively to create an Elements of Art Poster. We will explore what 7 key elements are and how these elements make up and create a sense of space in the picture in combination with the principles of design to create a piece of artwork.
These are the skills you will be able to do by the end of the unit:
Identify the 7 elements of art
Use a variety of materials to demonstrate your understanding of the elements
Work collaboratively in a team to create a poster demonstrating the different elements of art and their key characteristics
Communicate our thoughts and findings using a common language
✳Do you love the look of these worksheets? Check out my ‘Elements of Art’ guided sketchbook pages.
This resource aims to present Shape and Form, as an element of art, to a primary school audience.
It can be used as a standalone lesson or part of a program of study.
This resources contains:
• PowerPoint presentation, explaining the definition and concept of shape and form in art and showing students how they can use art elements and techniques to achieve 3D effects in their artwork. There are opportunities for class discussion and participation within this, and many visual examples.
• PDF of teachers notes to accompany the PPT offering explanations and tips to hopefully make the lesson as effective as possible, even for those without an art background.
• PDF worksheet using the letter shapes from the word ‘Form’ to use and develop the knowledge and skills gained from the lesson to create form. Completed worksheet can be used for future reference and evidence of learning within the art curriculum.
• PDF teachers’ notes for worksheet listing materials needed and explaining the tasks involved to complete it.
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A bundle of vibrant, colourful elements of art posters for digital download. This package is a great resource for art teachers, artists or home schoolers. The files can be scaled to fit A5 up to A3 size making them perfect for classroom displays. They can be laminated and then used again, year after year!
This bundle contains 9 prints for you to download and print: LINE, TONE, PATTERN, SHAPE, FORM, TEXTURE, SPACE and COLOUR. There are two Colour/Color prints included to cater for both US and British English spelling.
Each print contains a definition and a link to a contextual source. See example pictures (Shape and Line) for detail.
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— YOU WILL RECEIVE —
8 high-quality PDF print ready files of each of the above listed art elements.
— PRINTING —
1 | Print at home/office.
2 | Take to a local print store.
3 | Upload the files to an online printing service and have it delivered to your door.
You can get creative and print your file on postcards, envelopes, mugs, phone cases, wrapping paper, decals or wherever you wish.
— PAPER —
Preferred options are heavyweight smooth card stock and matte art paper.
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Please keep in mind that this print is for PERSONAL USE only. You may not forward, resell or distribute the files in any way. Hannah Elizabeth Artist retains all rights.
6 PDF Art Formal Elements posters.
Colour, Texture, Shape & Form, Line, Tone, Pattern.
Great for displays or as a teaching aid.
Each Formal Element poster includes Artwork examples and movements or practical techniques.
Can be printed up to A2 size.
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The elements of art are the building blocks of an artwork: colour, line, shape, form, value, texture, and space. They are the tools artists use when creating an artwork. Each of these art fundamentals are closely related and many of them overlap. When combined, they produce a complete artistic vision.
INCLUDED: 7 Printable Elements of Arts Sketchbook Pages
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✓ Free PDF of Elements of Art Sketchbook Pages
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Part of a series of activity sheets that take students through the formal elements of art. In this activity sheet, students are introduced to the element of line. This is designed for KS3 students in yrs 7 and 8, but may be suitable for other ages, depending on ability. Students will learn basic mark-making and line drawing techniques, referring to the work of artist Paul Klee. This activity sheet can be printed, but has been designed so that it can be followed purely on screen too. Students just need paper, a pencil and a pen, in order to complete the activities.