7
YEAR
Theme/Unit
Class Content
Independent Study
Assisted Study
1. Mark Making
How Van Gogh used a variety of mark making techniques in his paintings. How to create tone and texture using various mark making techniques. How to apply watercolour paint correctly. How to draw from direct observation.
Design a title page that demonstrates various mark making techniques. Observational drawing of a boot. Draw an object using mark making techniques.
Make sure that they have some basic art making equipment such as colouring pencils, watercolour paints etc.
2. Colour
About colour theory and how to mix colours from the 3 primaries.
How colours relate to one another e.g. harmonious
colours/complimentary colours. How to create tone using paint.
Produce a piece of art that demonstrates understanding of colour theory. Do an observational drawing in colour. Research the artist Sonia Delaney.
Take them to galleries, museums and other sites of cultural interest.
3. Pattern
How to draw a shell/natural form using the formal elements.
How to adapt these drawings into a motif for a repeat pattern.
How to use poly-printing technique to make a repeat pattern print.
Research images and objects on the theme of the sea for print motif. Research Art Nouveau patterns to evaluate prints.
Take an interest in their art and give them lots of praise and encouragement.
Help them with homework that requires access to ICT.
Check their planner for homework.
Art
Y7 | Key Stage 3
Art
KS3
1. Portraits
Studying the proportions of the face. How to draw accurate features and get an accurate likeness. Exploring the art movement Fauvism and using the techniques to develop colour theory work from Year 7.
Self Portrait in pencil.
Self Portrait in pen.
Portrait of family/friend.
Colour Portrait in Fauvist style.
Ensure your child has adequate art supplies/equipment if required.
2. Gargoyles
Techniques of ceramics/clay. Learning about the history of gargoyles.
Learn how to distort, exaggerate and stylise.
Research history and styles of Gargoyles.
Pencil drawing of a Gargoyle Design a Gargoyle
Gallery visits where applicable.
3. Pop Art
Practicing still life and observational skills. Developing and stylising these skills with Pop Art influences. Studying the Pop Art movement and in particular the artists Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol.
Still life observation of a group of food packaging.
Collect food wrappers to bring in. Research Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol.
Gallery visits (Tate Modern for example). Documentaries
4. African Art
Learn about the form, function and meaning of a range of African Art and Artefacts.
Learn about various African. Pattern/textile styles
Learn how to use oil pastels and wax resist /batique techniques to produce bold/striking artwork
Research into African Artefacts and Textiles.
To draw artefacts focusing on the formal elements.
Evaluation of project work.
Visit the British Museum
Y8 | Key Stage 3
Art
Theme/Unit
Class Content
Independent Study
Assisted Study
8
YEAR
Y9 | Key Stage 3
Art
1. Materials & Techniques
Draw from observation of natural forms. Experimentation with a wide variety of materials and techniques. Studying the work of Georgia O'Keefe and Karl Blosfeldt and produce work in that style.
Researching what human rights are and why they are important.
Help provide different materials/mediums to experiment with and maybe try yourself.
2. Surrealism
Learn about the Surrealist art movement and the artists Salvadore Dali and Max Ernst. Learn how to juxtapose objects and images to create a surrealist effect. Practice basic Photoshop techniques.
Gather examples of contemporary surrealist advertising. Plan a surrealist picture using the selected art history example. Research a surrealist artist of own choosing.
Search for a perhaps watch a documentary on the Surrealism Movement together.
3. 3D Masks
Experiment with a range of 3D construction techniques and materials.
Use found and recycled objects in a creative way.
Improve drawing technique, in particular graduated shading using colour.
Gather objects to use in construction. Research masks to base designs on. Complete concept designs started in lesson.
Keep an eye out for useful materials
9
YEAR
Theme/Unit
Class Content
Independent Study
Assisted Study
Unit 1 (Sep-Jan)
Personal Portfolio (Coursework)
Project 1 – Sea life,
Project 2 – Portraits,
Project 3 – Fantastic and Strange
Completing classwork. Observational drawings. Artist Studies. Photographic research. Developments.
Check your child's SMH for homework tasks. Help your child to find interesting things to draw. Take your child to galleries, museums and sites of cultural interest where possible.
Give your child ideas and opinions about their work.
Unit 2 (Jan-Apr)
*Update pending*
Completing classwork.
Observational drawings. Artist studies. Photographic research.
Developments.
Encourage your child to attend extra-curricular catch up sessions after school and occasionally on Saturday. Go through exam topics and help them come up with ideas and themes personal to them.
Art
Y10 | Key Stage 4
10
YEAR
Theme/Unit
Class Content
Independent Study
Assisted Study
Unit 1
*Update pending*
Unit 2
*Update pending*
11
YEAR
Art
Y11 | Key Stage 4
Theme/Unit
Class Content
Independent Study
Assisted Study
Study Guides, Resources & Extra Support
bbc.co.uk/education/gcsebitesize (GCSE Art and Design)
www.studentartguide.com
Catch-up club at lunchtimes in Art 1 & 2
Art & Design
A LEVEL
KS5
What is Art at Key Stage 5?
This course provides students with opportunities to develop personal responses to ideas, observations, experiences, environments and cultures using practical skills and knowledge of the work of other artists to assist and enhance their individual creations.
Who is it for?
This course is suitable for those students who have studied Art and Design at GCSE and gained a grade 4 or above. Consideration will be given on an individual basis to students who have shown ability in Years 7, 8 and 9. Students who did not do Art GCSE will need to demonstrate their skills to be considered.
12&13
YEARS
What will i study?
Candidates will produce practical and critical/contextual work.
Critical/contextual work may include written materials such as journals, reviews, reflections and evaluations and annotations.
Practical work will be in one or more areas including painting, drawing, mixed-media, sculpture, land art, printmaking, film, animation, television, video and photography: lens-based and/or light-based media.
All the work produced for each unit will be marked as a whole with the balance of marks being 60% Coursework Portfolio/40% Externally Set Project.
Course Content:
Component 1:
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Coursework July until end of January
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Personal Investigation
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Candidates continue to work in Fine Art.
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Candidates are required to develop personal investigation based on an idea, issue, concept or theme, supported by a written element of no less than 1000 words and no more than 3000 words, leading to a finished piece or pieces
Assessment: 60% of total Full A level
Component 2:
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Supervised time 15 hours
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Full A level Externally-Set Assignment
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Candidates select one of eight starting points.
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The externally set assignment period will last from 1 February until Mid-May.
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Candidates should produce preparatory work and a finished piece or pieces.
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Towards the end of this period candidates complete 15 hours of unaided, supervised time.
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Work produced during the examination period, including that produced during the 15 hours, will be marked as a whole.
Assessment: 40% of Full A level
How will I be assessed?
The Assessment Objectives are common to AS and A Level
Assessment Objective 1
Develop ideas through sustained and focused
investigations informed by contextual and other sources,
demonstrating analytical and critical understanding.
Assessment Objective 3
Record in visual and/or other forms ideas, observations and insights relevant to their intentions, demonstrating an ability to reflect on their work and progress.
Assessment Objective 2
Experiment with and select appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes, reviewing and refining their ideas as their work develops.
Assessment Objective 4
Present a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating critical understanding, realising intentions and, where appropriate, making connections between visual, written, oral or other elements.
Y12/13 Guide to Independent Learning
Art/Photography at KS5
After each lesson you should:
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Look at the resources that have been given you on SMHWK and in paper format. Make sure you fully understand the task and speak to your teacher if you do not.
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Look at your free lessons through the week and plan how you will schedule your time through the week so that you can complete the task. Do not leave all your work until the weekend.
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Make sure that you have printed/gathered any resources that you need to complete the work.
Each week you should:
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Work on your tasks, little and often so that you can focus on quality rather than rushing at the last minute.
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Conduct independent research into your chosen theme. Read articles, books, websites that will give you greater knowledge around your subject and more ideas.
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Take as many photographs as you can that can be used as primary subject matter for your work.
Throughout the year you should:
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Research artists related to your theme
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Look for opportunities for extension work to personalise your project and show independence
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Visit art galleries, museums to gain wider knowledge of arts and culture
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Read around your chosen subject matter so that your ideas have depth and maturity.
At least once per half-term you should:
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Carry out a folder check. Make sure that you have handed in all your completed work so that it can be marked and archived.
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Identify any missing work and take steps to fill gaps – liaise with a trusted study partner or your teacher.
Where can this course take me?
Students of Art & Design may wish to progress to a number of related post-16 courses that offer such specializations as:
Fine Art
Graphic Communication
Fashion and Textiles
3D Design
Digital Media
Photography
Printmaking
Sculpture
Further Education or vocation based training would significantly help towards freelance practices or careers in:
Graphic Design
Game Design
Illustration
UX/UI
Marketing
Fashion & Costume
Interior/Set Design
Architecture
Film & Broadcasting
Photography and many more!
For more information of post-school progression please check out our dedicated Careers Page for related links and guidance.
For more information on this course throughout all key stages please contact Mr Fullwood
m.fullwood@kimberleyschool.co.uk
