Learning Objective

To create an original design that demonstrates you understand the meaning behind the festival ‘Day of the Dead’.

To demonstrate control over media and techniques used.

Learning Assessment

SomeCreate an inventive, exciting, intricate design that demonstrates consistent and confident control over media and techniques.

MostCreate a design that is considered and meaningful. Demonstrate confident control over media and techniques.

AllCreate a design inspired by the artists you have looked at. Demonstrate growing control over media and techniques.

AssessHow does the design relate to the ‘Day of the Dead’ Festival? E. G ... have used colour/symbols to communicate...life,/energy...

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Day of the Dead is a holiday for remembering and honouring those who have passed. It is a festive and joyous time of celebration. Day of the Dead is Mexico's most important holiday.

The most common ways of celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico include street parties, parades and festivals, telling stories about loved ones and dressing up.

Most people celebrate Day of the Dead out of love and commitment to their loved ones, to celebrate their lives and how they still live on in the memories of those who knew them.

What can you see in these designs?What do you think the artist might be trying to communicate? Why?How do you think these designs might relate to the ‘Day of the Dead?

Ernesto Yerena, Mexico

Damien Hirst for A. McQueen

Damien Hirst, England

JackyTsaiShanghai, China

Thaneeya McCardle

Key WordsCheery, Happy, Vibrant, Colour, Pattern, Personality, Beliefs, Joy, Spirit, Detail, Symbols, Life, Death, Dark, Dull, Symmetrical, Energy, Value, Precious, Beauty

Why might there be no colour here?

What can you do to create strong, defined lines?

How will your colour relate to your design?

Will your design have symmetry?

How does your design symbolise the celebration of life?

Top layer - Pencil Design

Bottom layer - Cover with oil pastel.