Develop expressive drawing skills with this Basquiat-inspired Skull Study worksheet.

Students begin with a simple skull structure before progressively adding loose line, layered colour, symbols, repeated marks and expressive details to create an energetic original outcome.

The step-by-step format makes the activity accessible while encouraging students to move away from perfection and experiment with expressive drawing.

Includes learning objectives, key vocabulary, teacher guidance, four-stage demonstration, main activity, extension challenge, self-assessment and Student Design Space.

Suitable for KS3 Art, drawing lessons, Basquiat artist studies, Halloween projects, cover lessons and homework.

Skills: Drawing • Line • Layering • Colour • Symbolism • Expression