Author: D Edwards Staff 8922005

Y3/4
Art

Collage - Bird in the Trees

What is mixed media?

How does colour effect emotion in art?
Red - anger, danger, urgency
Blue - calm, peace
Yellow - optimism, happiness
Green - nature, growth
Orange -- warmth
White—clean, pure
Black— power, mystery

Colour creates emotional responses from viewers of art. Colours can create sadness, happiness, peace.

How does mixed media allow you to express your own identity?
Choice of materials—such as newspaper, fabric, old letters
Flexibility and freedom of expression—you can use paint, collage, printmaking and even digital elements in one piece.
Combining techniques and styles
Explore materials
Apply different textures and colours

How does the order of assembling mixed
media matter?
Start with the base—lay down the background colour or texture first
Begin foundational elements—torn paper, rough textures
Contrasting layers—paint, fabric
Transparent or opaque layers
Delicate, intricate details last