Learning intention
- To explore how a self-portrait can be developed.
Success criteria
- I can draw a portrait using the continuous
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Cambridge Primary Art & Design (0067) Learning objectives
Experiencing
E.02 Explore media, materials, tools,
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Check learners can recall: Form is an object’s three-dimensional quality, which can be shown through shading, perspective or using materials. How to demonstrate skill and control when drawing and painting to show form. How to apply observational skills. How to show an awareness of composition by arranging objects in interesting ways. Mood is the feeling that…
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Differentiation
Learners needing support:
- May be unable to make a continuous line drawing so allow them to take their pencils away from the page when needed.
- Should look carefully at the mirror when drawing their self-portraits.
Learners working at a stretch:
- Should develop more creative ways of writing the letters in their text to create the portrait outline.
- Should be independent in planning their backgrounds and work with purpose to create a chosen effect.
- Could select or write their own poems to cover their self-portraits.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Learners with secure understanding can:
- Vary the size, shape and placement
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Vocabulary definitions
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background
Things that appear to be behind what is nearer or in front in a picture.
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collage
Cutting, arranging and sticking materials like paper or fabric to a background.
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Example work
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
Burton-on-the-Wolds, Loughborough
Burton-on-the-Wolds, Loughborough
Burton-on-the-Wolds, Loughborough
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In this unit
Lesson 1: Poem portrait
Lesson 2: Developing drawings
Lesson 3: Self-portraits
Lesson 4: Changing faces
Lesson 5: Mixed-media portraits
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 14th May, 2025
