Colourful Spider’s Web – KS3/KS4 Art Project

Bring colour and fun into your classroom with this step-by-step art project!
This detailed resource guides students through the process of creating a vibrant spider’s web using simple poster paints, pencils, and felt-tip pens. Everything is explained in clear stages so that learners can follow independently.

The project is designed for KS3 and KS4 Art classes and requires only basic art materials.

What’s included:

• Full step-by-step instructions (A3 web drawing + A4 spider)
• Clear illustrated slides showing each stage of the process
• Practical tips for using poster paints with bristle brushes
• A ready-to-use presentation on 19 slides (PowerPoint/PDF/Keynote)
• Source references for all images and materials

Learning objectives:

• Understanding of line, shape, and pattern
• Exploring colour contrasts (no two identical colours next to each other)
• Practising painting skills with poster paints
• Developing fine motor skills in drawing, tracing, and cutting
• Combining drawing and painting in a mixed-media outcome

Details:

• Age group: KS3 / KS4 (suitable from Year 7 upwards)
• Time required: approx. 2 lessons (90–100 minutes)
• Materials needed: A3 drawing paper, A4 copy paper, poster paints, pencil, felt-tip pen, scissors, glue
• Difficulty level: Easy to medium

Why this project works:

This activity is always a classroom favourite – pupils enjoy the freedom of choosing colours while still working within a structured framework. The result is a colourful, eye-catching artwork that looks fantastic as a classroom display.