The students loved learning about English graffiti artist Banksy and his stencil work. We were working on a unit about graffiti and street art and whether we think it is vandalism or art. The children learnt that while painting on public or private spaces is illegal, many thought if it was appealing and colourful or … Continue reading Stencil Printing with Banksy motif: Street Art lesson- Year 3/4 →

Howard Arkley Style Houses

Year 5-6 Art unit - 4-5 one hour lessons The topic for the school was 'Community' so I thought Year 5 and 6 could look at the houses in the local area (including student's own homes if they chose). I introduced the Australian artist Howard Arkley (now deceased) and his artwork through a youtube video (see lesson unit plan) and … Continue reading Howard Arkley Style Houses →