South Walian born KS3-5, IB Visual Arts teacher based in Hungary, and a Textiles graduate from Falmouth Arts University. I am currently an art teacher in an 'Outstanding' British International School. I create resources that are not only fun and colourful, but also informative and highly engaging for students. I focus on making learning enjoyable and accessible :)
South Walian born KS3-5, IB Visual Arts teacher based in Hungary, and a Textiles graduate from Falmouth Arts University. I am currently an art teacher in an 'Outstanding' British International School. I create resources that are not only fun and colourful, but also informative and highly engaging for students. I focus on making learning enjoyable and accessible :)
This free printable tonal ladder is a perfect tool for artists looking to improve their understanding of tone and value. The resource includes four identical tonal ladders on a single page, making it easy to print and cut out for use in sketchbooks, art projects, or standalone practice.
Each tonal ladder is designed to help you practice creating smooth gradients, from the darkest shadows to the brightest highlights, enhancing your ability to perceive and replicate tonal values. Ideal for beginners and advanced artists alike, this compact and convenient resource is perfect for regular practice, helping you build confidence in shading and tonal transitions.
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This ** FREE** resource includes an A4 PDF file featuring blank outlines of an onion and a strawberry—perfect for younger children or beginners who want to focus on painting and shading techniques without the added challenge of drawing the outline themselves. This resource is ideal for differentiation, allowing students to concentrate on developing their artistic skills while providing support for those who may struggle with drawing. It’s a great way to practice colour blending, shading, and fine motor control.
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Use it in any way you wish, although I use it for promotional parent teacher meet days below.
"Introducing an incredible opportunity to inspire and uplift your child throughout their academic journey! We invite you to share a heartfelt word or sentence of encouragement, crafted just for them. These meaningful messages will be delivered to your child at key moments during the school year, providing a powerful reminder of your unwavering support and belief in their abilities.
Your message can be as unique as your bond—express it in your native language or in any way that feels most authentic. Let your words be the spark that motivates and reassures them, creating a lasting impact as they navigate their learning adventure. Take a moment now to share your encouragement and make a difference that they’ll carry with them all year long!"
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This FREE worksheet is perfect for a textural rubbings lesson. I printed mine A4 for my class, and it includes small boxes for students to experiment with different textures. Students can use found objects like coins, hair clips, lace, and more. I recommend using oil pastels or graphite pencils for the rubbings, as these materials tend to work best.
The lesson is especially enjoyable for younger students, and you can extend it by having them compare marks with one another and provide feedback on what worked well and what could be improved.
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This free worksheet follows the S-T-A-R assessment structure and is designed with general prompts to be versatile across various subjects. While I originally used it in art lessons, it can easily be adapted for use in other subjects as well.
Perfect for supporting student reflection and assessment, this resource is simple and effective for all areas of learning.
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Bring creativity to your KS3 art lessons with this Blank Graffiti Trainer Template Worksheet, inspired by artists like Jon Burgerman and Banksy. This fun and engaging A4 PDF is perfect for exploring street art and self-expression, featuring a blank trainer design for students to customize. To spark ideas, the worksheet includes a selection of graffiti inspiration photographs. Simply print and use in your classes for an exciting and imaginative activity. This is also great for cover lessons and will keep students busy for a while.
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This A5 landscape resource includes a weekly reward chart* (doubled on one A4 for printing convenience)* designed to help track student progress and achievement. The chart provides space for students to write their weekly target (with room for 3 weeks’ worth of targets) and allows teachers to mark daily progress with a simple tick. At the end of the week, there’s space for a teacher’s response comment.
The chart also includes a section at the top for the student to note what they are working towards. I found this especially effective for SEN and ALN learners, and I used it by sticking the visual reminder on the inside cover of their books, changing it every 3 weeks.
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Celebrate Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year with this engaging, ready-to-use tutor time activity pack, perfect for fostering international mindedness across your school. Designed for simplicity and accessibility, this resource offers everything you need to introduce the significance of this vibrant celebration while encouraging creativity through a whole-school project.
What’s Included?
Two-Slide PowerPoint Presentation
Slide 1: Concise and engaging facts about Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year, including its significance, traditions, and global celebrations.
Slide 2: A visual guide showcasing key symbols and cultural highlights, with an introduction to the DIY Lantern project.
DIY Lantern Template (PDF)
A printable template featuring an easy-to-assemble design with a handle and clear, step-by-step instructions. Perfect for tutor groups of all ages.
Visual Step-by-Step Guide (PDF)
A visually rich PDF showing each stage of lantern creation, making it accessible to all students and ensuring an enjoyable, inclusive experience.
Bring the magic of Lunar New Year to life and help students connect with global traditions through this inclusive and interactive resource! Perfect for schools looking to promote cultural understanding in a fun and educational way.
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Transform your art lessons with this comprehensive A4 visual instruction sheet designed specifically for teaching tonal drawing techniques. This easy-to-follow guide breaks down the steps to create a realistic tonal eye, making it an invaluable resource for educators and students alike.
Perfect for classroom use, the PDF format allows you to print and laminate copies for durability, so you can place one on every table for your students to reference during lessons. Whether you’re leading a beginner’s class or refining advanced shading skills, this instructional sheet ensures that everyone has clear, consistent guidance at their fingertips.
Invest in this affordable, reusable resource to elevate your teaching and empower your students to master tonal drawing with confidence.
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This A4 resource is tailored specifically for art lessons, making it ideal for mid-term reflections and formative assessment. The checklist encourages students to evaluate their progress with three key areas: Strengths, Areas to Improve, and Response. Using the traffic light method on the right-hand side, students can self-assess their performance.
At the bottom, there’s space for the teacher to provide feedback, followed by a section for the student to respond, fostering reflection and growth.
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This resource includes two PDFs of ‘Elements of Art’ matching cards designed as a starter or plenary activity for KS3 students to reinforce their understanding of art terminology and definitions.
The Beginner Level set features cards with background drawings on the element words to provide visual support, helping students connect terms like Line, Shape, and Colour to their meanings.
The Harder Level set removes these visual cues, encouraging students to rely on their knowledge for matching.
Simply print and cut out the cards, then have students match each element card to its correct definition individually, in pairs, or as a group. Perfect for activating prior knowledge or consolidating learning at the end of a lesson!
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This A3 Diversity poster is primarily designed for teachers, with prompts and language aimed at sparking important discussions on diversity in education. It’s a great tool for opening up conversations about diversity with both staff and students.
Perfect for display in classrooms or staffrooms, this resource encourages reflection and dialogue on an essential topic.
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This vibrant and informative textiles and fashion poster is perfect for your classroom to be printed in A4 or A3 landscape format.
Featuring a dedicated column highlighting Welsh textile artists, it also includes an interactive QR code for students to explore how Iris van Herpen’s designs are made. A visually engaging resource to inspire creativity and curiosity.
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This direct art annotation guide is a valuable reference tool for students, perfect for placing inside the front cover of sketchbooks. It encourages students to ask key questions when annotating their artwork, such as:
What is it?
Who made it?
Why did they make it?
How did they make it?
Have you learned anything new?*
Additional prompts and statements within each section help foster deeper reflection and more meaningful annotations.
I printed mine A6 and cut one for each student. For your convenience, the resource is provided in both A6 and larger scale formats.
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This A4 textiles evaluation worksheet is designed to encourage students to reflect on their learning at the end of a unit or term. The worksheet includes 7 different prompt boxes that ask insightful questions, such as:
**What skills have you improved in textiles this term?
What lesson have you most enjoyed and why?
If completed thoroughly, the worksheet should take around 15-20 minutes. It’s an excellent activity for a plenary or starter to encourage student reflection.
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This A4 visual aid focuses on experimental drawing. It is not a full lesson but works well as a starter activity, something for students to do in groups, or as a homework task.
The aid includes timed experiments, such as drawing with the non-dominant hand, changing pen sizes and thicknesses, and other fun challenges to spark creativity and exploration in drawing.
Perfect for engaging students in a hands-on, experimental approach to drawing!
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This fun, colourful A5 visual aid is perfect for guiding students through artist analysis tasks. It features a mind map that helps students break down their analysis into five key areas:
Content
Mood
Materials/Media
Facts
Opinion
Each section includes sentence prompts and additional support, along with a keyword bank along the bottom for students who may need extra help.
I recommend printing and laminating it to place in the middle of each table for easy reference during class. Please note, for printing convenience, the resource is provided doubled on one A4.
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This resource is specifically tailored to the Edexcel Pearson GCSE Art and Design specification, designed to help students achieve their best. Included are three PDFs:
GCSE Art Edexcel Assessment Rubric – A clear and structured tool for students to self-assess their work against official criteria.
GCSE Assessment Objective Breakdown – Detailed explanations of each objective with tips and guidance to support success.
‘WWW’ and ‘EBI’ Worksheet – A reflective tool to help students identify strengths (What Went Well) and areas for improvement (Even Better If).
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This resource is a comprehensive A4 printable booklet/zine covering the A–E of Embroidery Stitches: Arrowhead Stitch, Backstitch, Chain Stitch, Darning Stitch, and Eyelet Stitch. The booklet includes QR links to tutorial videos for each stitch, offering clear, step-by-step guidance.
One QR code (on page 1) links to a full online lesson created specifically for this resource. In the video, I demonstrate how to assemble the booklet (only scissors required), explain needle types, how to use a fabric hoop, and provide detailed instructions for each stitch.
Please note: There is no PowerPoint included. This resource is designed to be engaging and hands-on for your students.
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This resource is perfect for both Art and Textiles lessons. It includes a plain tote bag template outline, which students are tasked with designing using patterns and colours. Around the design area, there are helpful questions and prompts such as:
Colour choice
Technique
Fabric choice
Artist inspiration
Positives
Design choice
Motif
Possible changes
The resource also includes a completed example sheet on the second page, providing students with a visual exemplar for reference.
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