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Matariki Stars

Art Project

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Task:

You will be creating an artwork of a

Matariki Star that will look something

like this:

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Instructions:

  • Take a look at some of the examples of Maori patterns and designs for some ideas. Think about the theme of Matariki as well. What could you draw?
  • Use a pencil and draw an outline of your design inside each diamond shape.
  • Use a dark crayon to go over the outline.
  • Colour in your picture using different colours or you might like to just use 2 or 3 colours.
  • Cut out your diamond using scissors.
  • Write your name on the back of each diamond and hand it over to your teacher.

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