This engaging Viking Shield and Longboat mixed media art project links art and history, allowing pupils to explore Viking culture while developing key creative skills. Pupils use painting, drawing, shading and collage techniques to create bold, textured artwork inspired by Viking shields and longboats.
 
The lesson encourages careful observation, pattern work and layering, while giving pupils the freedom to personalise their designs. It works well as part of a Vikings topic, a cross-curricular history link, or a standalone art lesson.
 
What’s included:
A clear, step-by-step lesson plan
Printable templates and supporting resources
Suggested materials list
 
Skills covered:
Shading and tonal control
Collage and mixed media layering
Pattern, texture and composition
Design and creative decision-making
 
Suitable for:
KS2 (Upper Primary)
Art lessons or history-linked units
Classroom display outcomes