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Artist Paints With Soil

In this lesson: Find the materials and the painting’s size.

Name: __________________________ Date: __________________

Read the story

Artist Phil Lambert used four types of soil to make a large painting at University College London. BBC News reported the work on November 11.

It measures 61,000 square centimetres. Its frame and canvas were reused, and it supports a campaign for healthier soil.

Source: BBC News, 2026-11-11. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm3wvvp5d1qzo

Read and practise

1. How many types of soil did Lambert use?

   1. Seven
   2. Four
   3. Two

2. What was reused?

   1. The frame and canvas
   2. Only the soil report
   3. The university building

Your turn

Describe the painting’s size and its purpose.

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