These resources aim to encourage children to create their own artworks, inspired by artworks in the National Galleries of Scotland Collection.
Here you will find three key artworks to look at and discuss, with some additional images included below. There are suggestions of things to think about, what to make and examples of materials that can be used.
Things to consider
Here are a few questions to help spark the imagination.
- What kinds of magical creatures have you heard of?
- What is a monster? Is a monster always scary?
- What makes a creature scary? Its size, sharp claws, big teeth, colour, loud roar, ability to breathe fire?
- What makes a creature magical? Wings, talking, magical powers - what could they be?
- Where would your magical creature or fierce monster live? What would they eat?
- What size would your creature be? As big as a house or small enough to fit in your pocket?
- Is your creature furry, scaly, slimy, spikey or feathered?
- What would your creature do if it met you? Would it let you ride on it? Would it show you some magic? Would it want to eat you up?
- Think about different stories with fierce monsters and magical creatures in them, Greek myths and legends, fairy stories, stop-motion model animation in films: King Kong, Clash of the Titans, Jason and the Argonauts
Make
A picture of a magical creature or a fierce monster or both of them together. You could be in the picture as well if you like.
Use
Any materials, techniques or processes (for example drawing, painting, printmaking, textiles, photography, computer aided design, collage, montage) to make your piece.
Curriculum for Excellence
Entering this competition can contribute to your teaching of Curriculum for Excellence and interdisciplinary learning. Here are some examples of what the children will be able to do in working towards their entries:
Expressive Arts Art and Design |
I can create and present work that shows developing skill in using the visual elements and concepts. EXA 2-03a Inspired by a range of stimuli, I can express and communicate my ideas, thoughts and feelings through activities in art and design. EXA 0-05a I can respond to the work of artists and designers by discussing my thoughts and feelings. EXA 0-07a |
Literacy and English |
When I engage with others, I can respond in ways appropriate to my role, show that I value other’s contributions and use these to build on thinking. LIT 2-02a I can show my understanding of what I listen to or watch by responding to literal, inferential, evaluative and other types of questions, and by asking different kinds of questions of my own. LIT 2-07a |
Social Studies |
I can use my knowledge of a historical period to interpret the evidence and present an informed view. SOC 3-01a |
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