Dance and Music Resource Pack
March 10, 2026
Dance and Photography Resource Pack
£15.00
Capture movement in a whole new light.
The Dance and Photography Resource Pack invites pupils to create and perform two short dance sequences and transform them into stunning light painting images. Using simple tools and digital technology, children can explore how movement can be recorded, interpreted and visually transformed through photography.
This pack encourages experimentation, creativity and playful exploration, offering a structured framework while leaving space for personal interpretation.
Capture movement in a whole new light.
The Dance and Photography Resource Pack invites pupils to create and perform two short dance sequences and transform them into stunning light painting images. Using simple tools and digital technology, children can explore how movement can be recorded, interpreted and visually transformed through photography.
This pack encourages experimentation, creativity and playful exploration, offering a structured framework while leaving space for personal interpretation.
What Will Pupils Create?
By the end of the project, pupils may produce:
- Two short sequences of dance or movement
- Light painting images that capture the essence of their choreography
- Creative visual interpretations of movement using light and photography
The focus is on exploration and discovery – outcomes will vary depending on the space, materials and ideas of the group.
What’s Included?
This downloadable pack contains:
- Scheme of Work
- 6 Detailed Lesson Plans
- Light Painting Task Sheet
- Photography Key Steps Outline
- Photography Flash Cards
- Photography Top Tips
- Movement Flash Cards
These materials provide guidance, inspiration, and practical steps to integrate dance and photography creatively.
Devices & Tools Required
To engage with this pack, pupils will need:
- iPads or Chromebooks
- Wow!Stuff app installed on devices
- Keyring torches
- Black screen or curtain to create a dark background
These tools enable children to capture movement as light trails, producing dynamic and imaginative visual effects.
Who Is This For?
- Primary school teachers
- Dance artists and creative practitioners
- Schools exploring interdisciplinary arts
- Educators interested in movement, photography, and digital creativity
No prior photography or dance experience is required — just curiosity, imagination, and a willingness to experiment.
The LEAP Creative Principles
As with all LEAP resources, this pack follows the LEAP Springboard approach:
- There is no right or wrong way to create
- Everything is an experiment
- Create first, make it better later
- Everyone is a teacher, everyone is a learner
These principles empower pupils and facilitators to explore, take risks, and collaborate creatively.
Ready to Capture Dance in Light?
Download the Dance and Photography Resource Pack and start turning movement into vibrant, imaginative light-painted images today.
