7Z Are Going Dotty In Art!

This term, the Year 7 students are exploring the work of 19th-century Pointillist artists and learning about mark-making, focusing on the use of dots to create art. Pointillism is a painting technique where small dots of color are applied to form an image, and the viewer’s eye blends the colors. Students have been analyzing the work of Georges Seurat and Paul Signac. As part of their project, 7z are exploring how artists use mark-making techniques, especially dots, to draw and create light and dark tones. Focusing on natural objects like shells, the students are learning how to use precise dots to build texture, shading, and depth in their drawings. By experimenting with dot placement and spacing, they are able to create subtle variations in light and shadow, bringing their work to life. This hands-on approach helps students understand the patience and creativity involved in Pointillism and mark-making, as well as the historical and artistic significance of these techniques. Here are some wonderful examples.

Caroline McCallum

Head of Secondary