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Introduce the topic of natural dyes. explain to students that natural dyes had been used for thousands of years before synthetic dyes came into use in the late 1800’s. Explain that most dyes were originally made from various parts of plants, with some coming from insects, seashells and earth materials, such as clay, iron and copper salts.

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Students learn of artists and artwork which use natural materials. Work which uses both natural and synthetic materials will be compared and contrasted.

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We take a look at how works of art are being used to highlight the alarming plastic waste pandemic. Art has long been used as a powerful tool for political and social activism- from Picasso's Guernica to Banksy; Childish Gambino's This is America to Beyonce's Lemonade, art is frequently used to creatively address political or social issues and inspire action.

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Show students images of various plant materials that can be used as natural dyes and which colours they think each might produce. Create a list of plants and the colours students think will be made from them.

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Students will learn more about the non-recyclable or toxic substances that can be found in art matrials an it's impact on the planet.

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Everyday Plastic - Mural-by-the-Sea commission at Dreamland, Margate - Spring 2018

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Design a logo for a company that makes paint using natural pigments. The company is called Ecotint. The logo should communicate that the paint is sustanible and eco-friendly. The logo will be used for their recyclable packaging.

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Design a logo for a local shop that makes sketchbooks and paint brushes out of recycled materials. The company is called Re-create. The logo should communicate that the products are created from 100% recycled materials such as paper and wood. The logo will be used for their shopfront.

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Design a new logo for a shop or company that already creates art materials. Re-imagine their logo for a new line of eco-friendly art materials. What will the new sustanable product line be called? The new logo should communicate that the products are new and are better for the environment.

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Students will go through the process of brainstorming, researching, and realising their final designs. They will be encouraged to use natural materials, such as found papers and natural dyes throughout their visual research and in their final designs.