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To make detailed observations of work by another artist

Look at and discuss Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.

https://www.tate.org.uk/kids/explore/who-is/who-vincent-van-gogh

Refer to two main characteristics of this painting. The use of exciting, bright colours and the application of textured paint. 

Choose an aspect of the picture to replicate in detail.

Use selection of crayons to make line drawings of flowers, and then wash in a contrasting watery poster paint on small pieces of paper (various shapes and sizes)

• What do they like about your painting?
• What new skills have you learnt?
• How does your painting compare to other paintings by children in the class?
• How would they improve your work next time?

Take a digital photograph of their painting and email to your class page: