Observational drawing

We do lots of observational drawing throughout the year.

Observational drawing has many benefits, it helps the children to develop different skills.

• Slow down, and really look, noticing different details.
• Look closely to find out more about the object they draw.
• Notice different lines and shapes, and parts of the picture.
• Record what they actually see.
• Revisit and ‘look again’ at their work.

·         Communicate what they see and think.

·         Make decisions about what to emphasize and include in a drawing.

·         Share experiences and thoughts, imagine and explore ideas, focus and concentrate.

·         Develop their language skill to communicate with peers and adults about the objects being drawn.

Here we are doing our first observational drawing.