Exploring Tree Textures – Collage Art Lesson | Ages 8+
Discover the patterns in tree bark and turn everyday papers into expressive art.
Inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s The Large Plane Trees, this mini pack invites children to look closely, explore leaf and bark rubbings, and create a textured tree collage. Simple materials and open-ended prompts encourage experimentation, with plenty of room for children’s own ideas.
What’s included:
An artwork study featuring Vincent van Gogh, with an outdoor and indoor drawing prompt.
A drawing page for comparing observations.
Tree bark photographs and vocabulary for exploring texture.
Instructions for making leaf and bark rubbings.
A tree collage activity using torn paper and drawn marks.
Designed by a qualified primary teacher and Art & DT specialist, this pack brings art appreciation, nature observation and practical creativity together. Enjoy the activities across several short sessions at home, in a home-education group or in an art club.
Suitable for ages 8+. Printable PDF. Digital download; no physical product will be sent.
Exploring Tree Textures – Collage Art Lesson | Ages 8+
Discover the patterns in tree bark and turn everyday papers into expressive art.
Inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s The Large Plane Trees, this mini pack invites children to look closely, explore leaf and bark rubbings, and create a textured tree collage. Simple materials and open-ended prompts encourage experimentation, with plenty of room for children’s own ideas.
What’s included:
An artwork study featuring Vincent van Gogh, with an outdoor and indoor drawing prompt.
A drawing page for comparing observations.
Tree bark photographs and vocabulary for exploring texture.
Instructions for making leaf and bark rubbings.
A tree collage activity using torn paper and drawn marks.
Designed by a qualified primary teacher and Art & DT specialist, this pack brings art appreciation, nature observation and practical creativity together. Enjoy the activities across several short sessions at home, in a home-education group or in an art club.
Suitable for ages 8+. Printable PDF. Digital download; no physical product will be sent.
