Leonardo da Vinci Art History Lesson, Renaissance Art & One-Point Perspective Drawing Project

Students will discover Leonardo Da Vinci’s life and achievements, explore the Renaissance, examine some of his most famous paintings and inventions, and learn how artists create the illusion of depth using one-point perspective. The lesson concludes with a hands-on perspective drawing project using printable templates and step-by-step guidance.

Perfect for primary classrooms, art clubs, enrichment activities and cross-curricular learning, this ready-to-use resource combines art, history and design in one engaging lesson.

What’s Included:
Leonardo da Vinci biography
Introduction to the Renaissance
Leonardo’s most famous paintings
The story behind the Mona Lisa
Leonardo’s inventions and engineering ideas
Explanation of one-point, two-point, three-point and atmospheric perspective
Perspective study of The Last Supper
Step-by-step one-point perspective drawing lesson
Printable perspective templates and drawing guides
Creative perspective art project
Classroom examples
Discussion questions

This lesson encourages creativity while helping pupils develop observation, drawing and critical thinking skills as they learn about one of the most influential figures in the history of art.

Suitable for: Primary and lower secondary pupils, art lessons, history topics, enrichment activities and cross-curricular projects.