Page 10 - Year 8

Stencil Art, Mixed Media and Cultural Art Art and Design: 2 of 3

Stencil art has been made famous Health and Safety Rules when
by Bansky. It is a creative way to using a craft knife

produce images which can be

intricate or simple in design. Using a • Always use a cutting mat
craft knife helps improve your • Hold the craft knife as if you

dexterity and counts as a drawing are cutting fruit.

skill! • Keep your fingers away from
the knife but secure the
stencil card with your other

hand.

• Concentrate and focus at all
times.

• Never walk around with a

craft knife.

• Only use the craft knife for
artwork purposes.

• Have plenty of space when

you work and stand up if you

prefer.
• Test work.

• Use a sponge with paints or

spray paints where possible.