1. Frida Kahlo Homework
Look at the painting below by Frida Kahlo. She is known for her
symbolism, which means that she includes objects and
personal possessions in her paintings that have different
meanings. For example, she might include a flower to
symbolise nature and a sense of growth and freedom.
Activity 1
In your sketchbook, write
down ten different objects
that you associate with
yourself.
Activity 2
Draw a picture of yourself
in the centre of the page
and then draw some of the
objects you have listed
above to create a border
around your drawing. See
example by Frida Kahlo as
reference.
Grade 1:
Careful line drawing of
the face in proportion.
Four objects drawn
carefully and placed
appropriately in the
image
Grade 2:
Some use of tone and
colour in the portrait.
Rules of proportion
used and at least 4
objects accurately
observed.
Grade 3:
Combination of collage
and drawing to create
a rich surface. Colour
used throughout.
Accurate drawing from
direct observation.
Frida Kahlo Homework
Look at the painting below by Frida Kahlo. She is known for her
symbolism, which means that she includes objects and
personal possessions in her paintings that have different
meanings. For example, she might include a flower to
symbolise nature and a sense of growth and freedom.
Activity 1
In your sketchbook, write
down ten different objects
that you associate with
yourself.
Activity 2
Draw a picture of yourself
in the centre of the page
and then draw some of the
objects you have listed
above to create a border
around your drawing. See
example by Frida Kahlo as
reference.
Grade 1:
Careful line drawing of
the face in proportion.
Four objects drawn
carefully and placed
appropriately in the
image
Grade 2:
Some use of tone and
colour in the portrait.
Rules of proportion
used and at least 4
objects accurately
observed.
Grade 3:
Combination of collage
and drawing to create
a rich surface. Colour
used throughout.
Accurate drawing from
direct observation.
