Painting

The two circles contain yellow paint done by separate pupils. What could have contributed to the differences?










The circle below contains less yellow pigment because the paint is not well-mixed (with water). Pupils were taught to mix the paint in circular motions for 10 times and repeat the actions on the other side of the paint brush.

Preventing the appearance of paper pulp

Children are reminded to mix the colours well before painting. (See picture below) Result of excessive water and the repeated action of painting on the same spot causes paper pulp to appear. If colours were well-mixed, there is sufficient colour pigment on the paint brush and therefore children do not need to paint on the same spot repeatedly. 


Appearance of paper pulp in children's painting is often associated with dull colours as there isn't enough colour pigment.

Appearance of paper pulp

Storage of paint brushes

Children are encouraged to clean and store their paint brushes properly to ensure durability.


Paint brushes can be washed thoroughly under running water and gently clean the bristles with their fingers.


Ensure that the brushes are not resting on the bristles when leaving it to dry.

Result of resting on bristles while drying

Pupils' work: 3D buildings

Primary Colours

Caricatures of weddings

3D buildings

This week, pupils will continue their model of 3D buildings. We are interested in exploring parallel lines of a 3D object. Pupils are encouraged to bring their own boxes for this project but not bigger than the size of a shoebox. Some pupils have discovered that that their watercolour could not stay on boxes with glossy finishes. An alternative is to put patterns on plain papers and use it to cover the boxes or cover the boxes with plain paper first and apply the design later.