Be ready for September 2017 with exciting and thorough Art schemes for Key Stage 3, GCSE and A level. Detailed and easy to follow lesson plans for KS3, step by step project guides for GCSE and student handbooks for KS3, GCSE and A level.

New for 2017-18. A thorough, step by step scheme of study which fully addresses the Assessment Objectives and leads students through the development of a thorough, in depth unit of work. Also includes supporting information. This resource has been successfully used in an Ofsted Outstanding department where the average GCSE Art grade was "A".

Are you worried about the new 1 to 9 GCSE Art gradings being used at the end of the academic year? This slideshow might help. An example of a grade 8 - 9 GCSE sketchbook. This example is work produced by a boy. The work fully covers all four Assessment Objectives and demonstrates high levels of skill and understanding. Ideal as a guide for students and teachers alike.

This Art lesson plan introduces students to abstraction through drawing. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 3 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan introduces students to artwork in relief through mixed media work. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. This is lesson 4 in a series of Art lessons. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan introduces students to portraiture through drawing. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 5 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan continues to introduce students to colour / color. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 12 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan continues to introduce students to colour / color. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 13 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This Art unit plan introduces students to colour / color. Three linked lesson plans, each one providing a hour long session. The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. These lessons can be used as a stand alone unit, or as part of the series of units that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons and units are available from our shop.

This Art lesson plan introduces students to three dimensional artwork from different cultures . The resource includes clear guidance for the teacher, homework, how it will be assessed, differentiation, resources list, cross curricular links and a useful prompt sheet for students. The lesson has been designed to last one hour. This is lesson 14 in a series of Art lessons. This lesson can be used as a stand alone lesson, or as part of the series of lesson that we have on offer. The rest of the lessons are available from our shop.

This resource clearly outlines how students can demonstrate an outstanding performance in GCSE Art. Clear and precise advice which will enable students to raise their standard.

The requirement for art students to annotate and write has increased greatly and this resource should help them. Suitable for GCSE and A level Art students. This set of 18 slides provides an “at a glance” range of subject specific words that students can use to help them develop effective, detailed annotation. ideal for printing and handing out. Students will write and annotate with confidence. Specialist vocabulary in an accessible format.

Over 1000 pages for Middle and High School. This resource bundle provides a thorough unit of work based on natural forms. Clear, easy to follow instructions will allow the teacher to lead students through a wide range of linked activities spanning drawing, painting, sculpture and much more. Students are also encouraged to explore thee work of recognised artists and develop their work through exploration and experimentation. This means that students are being challenged to make decisions and employ a “growth mind-set”, something that is being lost in many schools. The preview file shows example student work that has been produced by following this unit. The work is purposefully diverse because students have developed ideas in their own original ways. Included in this bundle are the following. A fully editable unit of study, provided as a Word document for complete editing freedom so that it can be amended to absolutely suit your students. The study provides lesson by lesson guidance, homework, artist references, a rationale for assessment, health and safety, materials lists and more… 22 different image slideshows for inspiration. All slideshows offer high quality images of natural forms. A step by step sketchbook guide with a natural forms theme. An example photographic analysis of a piece of student sculpture based on natural forms. A slideshow of example student work (also provided as the preview file). Over 1000 pages of information! If you would like to know more before purchasing, please feel free to contact me with your questions maelmatthews@gmail.com

For your display needs. This is a MASSIVE bundle. 595 high quality photos of the natural world. Animals, plants, trees, landscapes, landforms and much more. All absolutely COPYRIGHT FREE! Use them for displays, to illustrate your resources, inspire your students, drop into your documents. All photos are provided as jpegs for easy printing, copying and editing. Simply cut and paste! Ideal for the classroom or for use by fellow authors.

This is a totally free service during the Corona Crisis. There will be a new art activity posted every week during the Coronavirus crisis. So far there are over 70 videos to choose from… and the number is increasing every day! This is a free service that we are offering which we hope will help teachers, students are parents continue with art and creativity during this troubled time. A wide range of themes will be covered. Lessons cover drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printing, mixed media, digital, presentation techniques, Top sketchbook examples… and many more. suitable for all ages … even Simply download the Word document and use the link, or even easier, just click here Then simply subscribe to the channel to make sure you get access to every new video. We really hope this helps people during this difficult time. Stay safe everyone!

Here is a complete, lesson by lesson art curriculum for Key Stage 3. 154 pages of illustrated lesson plans that lead on from each other. Each lesson plan includes assessment guidance, differentiation, lesson structure, resource list, cross curricular links, homework task, and explanatory note to student. 38 lessons covering drawing, painting, printing, clay work, wire work, collage, mixed media and much more. An ideal “pick up and go” resource to get your students really engaging in the subject. Provided here as a Word document for complete editing freedom so that you can tailor things to the needs of your students.

Suitable for AQA GCSE Art and Design (Art, Craft and Design and Fine Art) Do you want your GCSE Art students to continue developing their artwork over the lengthy summer holiday? If so, this will help. A workbook that leads students through the development of a set of work based on the theme of “Metamorphosis”. The resource provides clear explanation of the Assessment Objectives, before then prompting students to produce artwork and research in a thorough, connected way. I have used this with my students for years, and some often come back from their holiday having produced a whole set of work towards Component 1. It is provided here as a Word document for complete editing freedom so that you can tailor it to your students needs. Print friendly. 35 pages.

Suitable for AQA GCSE Art and Design (Art, Craft and Design and Fine Art) Do you want your GCSE Art students to continue developing their artwork over the lengthy summer holiday? If so, this will help. A workbook that leads students through the development of a set of work based on the theme of "Natural Forms The resource provides clear explanation of the Assessment Objectives, before then prompting students to produce artwork and research in a thorough, connected way. I have used this with my students for years, and some often come back from their holiday having produced a whole set of work towards Component 1. It is provided here as a Word document for complete editing freedom so that you can tailor it to your students needs. Print friendly. 35 pages.