Surreallism

Using chance and random ideas as a starting point this unit begins with the development of collages, these will form the basis for the painted compositions. To supplement this main project the concept of Surrealist art is looked at in a series of ‘one-offs’, which can be done in class or set for homework, either way they help to create questions and get students thinking. Differentiation by outcome is often criticised but here the tasks are open and students can explore, develop and produce work that reflects both their skills and understanding. It allows opportunities for the more able to demonstrate the depth of their knowledge whilst also offering students with special educational needs a chance to produce work with a real intellectual idea behind it.