This activity introduces the form of art known as 'cubism' to the class. It firstly shows how artists can use shapes to make abstract portraits or 'funny faces.' Pupils look at a picture of a face painted in the cubist style and discuss shapes used, position of facial features and colours chosen. They then have an opportunity to make their own cubist face by following the on-screen instructions which add abstract facial features one at a time to their portrait. Pupils then have the opportunity of choosing a colour scheme for their picture and are able to print it.

This resource is aiming to develop the learner perceptions of working to a photographic assignment and on location and in the studio. Step by step photographic work of creating styles and also includes worksheets to download and use. It also shows How to plan events for promotional activities. The project aims to bring together the hair and beauty department and the photographic department in a joint work assignment. For more materials relating to this resource, please visit the NGfL site, linked below.

An interactive whiteboard resource art activity that teaches the children to sort colours into hot or cold ones.

A range of art videos and interactive activities based on the work of William Morgan. The resource includes interactive activities that allow pupils to create their tartan patterns, write letters, and mix colours.With thanks to UWIC Press for permission to use the Let's Look videos http://www.uwicpress.co.uk/primary-design-c-8.html

This resource is aiming to develop the learner perceptions of working to a photographic assignment and on location and in the studio. Step by step photographic work of creating styles and also includes worksheets to download and use. It also shows How to plan events for promotional activities. The project aims to bring together the hair and beauty department and the photographic department in a joint work assignment. For more materials relating to this resource, please visit the NGfL site, linked below.

A whiteboard resource which enables pupils to respond to the work of several Welsh artists. Pupils study and discuss Rural and Industrial Landscapes and undertake practical work involving drawing from direct observation and 3D perspective

My Square Mile was initiated by the Design Commission for Wales to encourage the use of the local built environment as an educational resource. * It explores relationships between buildings, space and people to develop design awareness. * It helps children understand how the environment is shaped and managed. * It celebrates local distinctiveness and local identity. * It nurtures emotional attachments and belonging-a sense of place. * It raises issues about what the environment might be like in the future.

Investigating geometric patterns and Celtic imagery.

A unit of work focused on the research and development of small sculptures using recycled materials. The work of a variety of artists using this medium can be explored before completing the activity with powerpoints and documents supporting project work and providing step-by-step procedures for teachers and students. PLEASE NOTE: The 7 artists whose works appear in this resource have all given their permission for NGfL Cymru to use a select number of images. Any other use of these images is forbidden without consulting each artist first.

Investigating the use of 3-D elements in sculpture.

A range of art videos and interactive activities based on the work of Alison Mercer. The pack looks closely at colours and fruit and includes an interactive activity that allow pupils to create a wax resist painting. With thanks to UWIC Press for permission to use the Let's Look videos http://www.uwicpress.co.uk/primary-design-c-8.html

Explore the use of shape - namely circles - in pictures. It follows the work of artists like Kandinsky

This interactive whiteboard resource is based on a selection of pictures from the collection at Bodelwyddan Castle. Landscape pictures are used as the stimulus for discussion and practical work.

An interactive whiteboard resource that introduces children to primary and secondary colours.

A resource based on a selection of Peter Prendergast's work from his exhibition 'A Painters Quarry&' held at Oriel Môn in 2006. NGfL Cymru is grateful to Peter Prendergast for allowing his work to be shared amongst schools in Wales. This interactive whiteboard resource uses a selection of Peter Prendergast’s landscapes and figure studies as the stimulus for discussion, critical analysis and practical work.

By the end of this lesson students should be able to: * identify some different styles of portraiture * learn about paintings that can be seen at the National Museum of Wales * transfer their work via a digital camera or scanner to a simple graphics programme * learn about the technique of pointillism * use a computer to help them research and use images to produce original artwork * develop their research into art work, print, painting or computer graphics images.

An interactive whiteboard resource that teaches the names of basic 2D shapes and allows the child to create shape pictures.

Looking at the processes involved in creating a 3D fantasy creature. From creating a 'spider' diagram with a mix of words and pictures to drawing and creating a unique creature. This resource has been broken down into 12 stages and is presented as a number of powerpoints and, for the larger presentations, zipped up files.

This activity introduces the class to the idea that shapes can be used to draw pictures of everyday objects. Pupils firstly look at a shape picture and discuss the shapes they can see. They are then able to create their own shape picture using a variety of shapes provided on the screen (eg a house, people, animals). Pupils can then use a fill tool to colour their pictures before printing. Practical activities using the idea of shapes in pictures are suggested for individual or group work.

By the end of this lesson you should have an understanding of: * the significance of chapels with regard to the visual landscape and townscape of Wales * architectural features that are common to Welsh chapels * the three main Classical orders * observational/analytical drawing techniques