Georges Seurat’s unique pointillist technique teaches children patience, focus, and how small details can work together to create a whole image. Exploring how Seurat used tiny dots of colour to form scenes helps children understand colour mixing, and how colours interact and blend visually. His technique inspires experimentation and introduces children to artistic innovation.
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Georges Seurat (1) – Pointillism colour wheel painting.
A fun activity to create your own painted colour wheel. What will your children learn? During this lesson your children will – Paint their own colour wheel using dots created with cotton buds. Explore colour theory and the artistic technique of pointillism in a fun, tactile way. Learn about the three primary colours and how […]
Georges Seurat (2) – Pointillism name finger painting.
What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Explore how the primary colours mix to create the secondary colours, reinforcing basic colour theory. Learn how tiny marks can build up to form a complete image by using their fingers to apply the paint, building fine motor strength and coordination. Learn about […]
Georges Seurat (3) – ‘Sunday Afternoon’ Pointillism Painting.
Recreate your own painted version of Seurat’s masterpiece. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Learn that Seurat painted using thousands of tiny dots of colour, not brushstrokes. Experiment with dot painting, seeing how small marks can build a larger image. Strengthen their understanding of colour theory and visual perception. […]
Georges Seurat (4) – Diorama box outdoor scene.
Create a fun 3-D scene in a pointillist style. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Be introduced to Seurat and how he used colour theory and science to create harmony and depth in his work. Learn the technique of pointillism, drawing images and adding dots of colour, developing patience, […]
Georges Seurat (5) – Kitchen roll colour mixing collage.
Create patterned collages using felt pens and patterned kitchen roll sheets. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – See how colours can blend to create further colours – deepening their understanding of colour mixing and visual blending. Observe how ink spreads when touched by water, introducing them to the concept […]
Georges Seurat (6) – Dotty sticker scene.
Create a small, simple picture using coloured sticky dots. What will my children learn? During this lesson your children will – Use sticky dots to build an image, mirroring Seurat’s technique of creating images with tiny dots of colour. Design their own scene or patterns, helping to strengthen pattern awareness and visual organisation. Build concentration, […]