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Each poster includes an art historical reference, and artistic vocabulary relating to the element.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.
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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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.
The formal elements of art poster set.
includes seven posters; line, colour , shape, space, texture, form, value.
PDF Document- Updated quality since Reviews
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.
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.
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.
All images in this resource are the property of TheArtTA
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.
— LICENSE INFO —
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.
This engaging resource pack is ideal for introducing Year 7 students to the formal elements of Art & Design, focusing on foundational skills that can be built upon in later years. The pack covers the essential elements of line, tone, colour, pattern, texture, shape, and perspective through a series of structured lessons and practical activities.
What’s Included:
Lesson 1: Line – Students explore different types of lines, their purposes, and how to incorporate them into portrait work creatively.
Lesson 2: Tone – Learn to apply tonal shading to create 3D effects using techniques like cross-hatching.
Lesson 3: Colour – Understand primary, secondary, and tertiary colours through colour mixing exercises and watercolour apple studies.
Lesson 4: Pattern – Experiment with a variety of media to record patterns, with an emphasis on layout and design.
Lesson 5: Texture – Explore texture through frottage and collage techniques inspired by Max Ernst.
Lesson 6: Shape and Form – Develop positive shape and negative space drawings using charcoal.
Lesson 8: Perspective – Introduces one-point perspective with key vocabulary and guided practice to create fantasy landscapes.
Key Features:
Structured Learning: Each lesson includes clear learning intentions, step-by-step instructions, and success criteria to support differentiated learning.
Interactive Activities: Hands-on tasks encourage creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Assessment Rubrics: Levels (Working Towards, Meeting, Exceeding) for each lesson help students understand expectations and track their progress.
Student Reflection: Includes opportunities for students to self-assess their work and set targets for improvement.
Cross-Curricular Links: Aligns with the IB Learner Profile and encourages inquiry and communication skills.
Why Use This Resource?
Provides a solid foundation in the formal elements of Art & Design.
Supports Year 7 students in developing technical skills and artistic confidence.
Easy to adapt for higher year groups or introductory GCSE lessons.
Includes both individual and group tasks for diverse classroom dynamics.
This resource is perfect for engaging students in their first year of secondary Art education, setting them up for success in their artistic journey!
This is a 15 lesson scheme of work that teaches students Street Art through Art lessons. It guides students to produce a number of different pieces of work looking at artists such as Banksy, Keith Haring and Shepard Fairey
The pack contains all lessons in separate powerpoints, resources for lessons, separate homework tasks and also a scheme of work
Lesson Breakdown
Introductory Collage
Banksy Critical Study Page
Banksy Monoprint/Sgraffito
Keith Haring Composition
Designing a graffiti tag
Shepard Fairey Work
Designing a personal response
This simple and easy to use worksheet allows students to work through some key art vocab with definitions, they can use this to illustrate what these words mean to them to help create a better understanding.
We have an Elements of Art Poster with our illustrations of these vocab words that can be used in conjunction with this worksheet.
**Looking for a great art project to review or introduce the 7 elements of art? This art lesson will help your students deepen their knowledge of the elements of art while creating a visually pleasing composition.
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This item includes a zipped document including:
(1) A 15 slide presentation including step by step directions with photos of how to create each section along with student examples/goals.
(2) A project specific elements of art project grading rubric
(3) 1 printable 7 section template
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A beautiful set of posters to decorate your Art Room, which can be used to stimulate discussion about the Elements of Art. These are currently displayed and utilised in several outstanding British private schools and contain original illustrations, with a dyslexia friendly font. They can be printed at high resolution at A4 (8.75" x 11.75") and A3 (11.75 x 16.5") size.
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
This Download Includes:
✓ Free PDF of Elements of Art Sketchbook Pages
TERMS OF USE We like to keep things simple.
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✓ Personal (To use within your classroom or personal creations)
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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.