Art
Curriculum Leader: Mrs N Jamieson
Subject Teachers:
- Ms N Jamieson
- Ms E Nicholls
- Mr A Chedciala
- Ms H Webb
Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up
Pablo Picasso
Overall Purpose of the Subject - Summary:
Art education not only teaches about artists and how to develop artistic skills, but also about how to evaluate and critique work. Art is very subjective which offers plenty of chance for discussion and the opportunity to voice an opinion and take part in debate. Most importantly however, art is all about being creative. Your child will be encouraged to work following advice and feedback as well as independently and will have help and support to work to their strengths and skillsets.
Course Outline and Structure – Key Stage 3
FINE ART - Taught all year round
During Key Stage 3 your child will have the opportunity to study a wide range of techniques and media. This will develop their skills to the level required for the GCSE should they wish to continue the subject further. There are several projects taught across the year that focus on a particular set of skills.
In Year 7 the key skills covered are tonal and coloured pencil drawing, watercolour painting and mono-printing.
In Year 8 the key skills covered are biro drawing, oil pastels, painting, collage and poly printing.
In Year 9 the key skills covered are dip pen and ink drawing, acrylic painting, lino printing and oil pastel.
3D ART, GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION AND TEXTILES ART - Taught all year round
During Key Stage 3 your child will have the opportunity to study 3D Art, Graphic Communication and Textiles Art on a rotational basis in each year.
Year 7
- 3D Art – Cardboard Construction
- Graphic Communication – Book Design
- Textiles Art – Felting
Year 8
- 3D Art – Clay Construction
- Graphic Communication – Poster Design
- Textiles Art - Embroidery
Year 9
- 3D Art – Cardboard and Modroc Construction
- Graphic Communication – Photoshop Skills
- Textiles Art – Batik
GCSE ART OPTIONS
All Art GCSEs consist of coursework which is 60% of the final grade and is completed in lessons and for homework.
The coursework consists of a Major Project and Minor Project (subject specific information below) and a controlled assessment inspired by a school trip.
There is a practical exam (with approximately 8 weeks preparation time) at the end of Year 11 which is 40% of the final grade. During this time, pupils will be able to discuss their ideas with their teacher to ensure they will produce a final piece which is successful. The final piece is produced during a 2 day exam, which runs over the normal school day where breaks and lunch are as normal.
AQA FINE ART Course specification code 8202
The Fine Art GCSE is designed to introduce pupils to a variety of traditional techniques and processes, such as drawing, painting and printing, as well as teach them about traditional and contemporary artists.
In Year 10 the pupils will start with a skills-based project ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge required to be able to complete the GSCE course competently. The first major project of the course is then taught and this will last approx. four or five months. Previous themes have included ‘Close up’, ‘’Natural World’, ‘Out of Place’ and ‘Architecture’. We rotate these and also introduce sub themes. This allows pupils to explore the theme of their choice producing a sketchbook of ideas and research, experimenting with techniques and processes ultimately producing a final painted canvas and/or a drawn final piece. In the Summer Term of Year 10 a smaller project will be completed with inspiration taken from a visit to either the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or Farnham Park.
AQA 3D ART Course specification code 8205
The 3D Art GCSE is designed to introduce pupils to a variety of 3D techniques and processes, such as clay work, Modroc, printing, cardboard construction and breeze block carving, as well as teach them about traditional and contemporary artists.
In Year 10 the pupils will start with a skills-based project ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge required to be able to complete the GSCE course competently. The first major project of the course is then taught and this will last approximately 6 months. The theme for this project is ‘Surfaces and Textures’. Pupils will explore the theme producing a
series of boards demonstrating their ideas and research, experimenting with techniques and processes ultimately producing a large scale clay constructed final piece. In the Summer Term of Year 10 a smaller 3D project will be completed with inspiration taken from a visit to either the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or Farnham Park. This project will result in a breeze block carving.
AQA TEXTILES ART Course specification code 8204
The Textiles Art GCSE is designed to introduce pupils to a variety of textiles techniques and processes, such as applique, machine and hand embroidery, batik, felting and fabric manipulation, as well as teach them about traditional and contemporary artists.
In Year 10 the pupils will start with a skills-based project ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge required to be able to complete the GSCE course competently. The first major project of the course is then taught and this will last approximately 6 months. The theme for this project is ‘3D Insects’. Pupils will explore the theme producing a series of boards demonstrating their ideas and research, experimenting with techniques and processes ultimately producing a large scale 3-dimensional fabric constructed final piece. In the Summer Term of Year 10 a smaller 3D project will be completed with inspiration taken from a visit to either the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or Farnham Park. This project will result in a series of screen prints and heat pressed outcomes.
AQA GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION Course specification code 8203
The Art Graphic Communication GCSE is designed to introduce pupils to a variety of traditional and modern techniques and processes, such as drawing, illustration, digital art and typography, as well as teach them about traditional and contemporary designers and design movements.
In Year 10 the pupils will start with a skills-based project ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge required to be able to complete the GSCE course competently. The first major project of the course is then taught and this will last approximately six months on the theme of ‘Magazine Illustration’. This allows pupils to explore the theme of their choice producing a collection of ideas and research, experimenting with digital and traditional techniques, ultimately producing a final piece. In the Summer Term of Year 10 a smaller 3D project will be completed with inspiration taken from a visit to either the Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum or Farnham Park. This project will result in a branding and promotional materials project.
Assessment Method - Key Stage 4
Coursework – 60% of the final grade
Practical Exam (with approximately 8 weeks preparation time) – 40% of the final grade
Extra Support for GCSEs (lunch and after school):
For the GCSE pupils there are after key times throughout the week when they are welcome to use the art rooms and gain extra support with classwork, homework and exam preparation. We also run extended workshops at specific points throughout the year to help with deadlines and completion of artwork. Posters are around the department with specific dates and times.
Key Websites to support learning / Useful resources:
Click here for information about the National Curriculum for Art
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| Year 7 Art Curriculum Map |
| Year 8 Art Curriculum Map |
| Year 9 Art Curriculum Map |