Year 7 Basic Skills in Art: Formal Elements of Art & Design

This engaging resource pack is ideal for introducing Year 7 students to the formal elements of Art & Design, focusing on foundational skills that can be built upon in later years. The pack covers the essential elements of line, tone, colour, pattern, texture, shape, and perspective through a series of structured lessons and practical activities.

What’s Included:

Lesson 1: Line – Students explore different types of lines, their purposes, and how to incorporate them into portrait work creatively.
Lesson 2: Tone – Learn to apply tonal shading to create 3D effects using techniques like cross-hatching.
Lesson 3: Colour – Understand primary, secondary, and tertiary colours through colour mixing exercises and watercolour apple studies.
Lesson 4: Pattern – Experiment with a variety of media to record patterns, with an emphasis on layout and design.
Lesson 5: Texture – Explore texture through frottage and collage techniques inspired by Max Ernst.
Lesson 6: Shape and Form – Develop positive shape and negative space drawings using charcoal.
Lesson 8: Perspective – Introduces one-point perspective with key vocabulary and guided practice to create fantasy landscapes.
Key Features:

Structured Learning: Each lesson includes clear learning intentions, step-by-step instructions, and success criteria to support differentiated learning.
Interactive Activities: Hands-on tasks encourage creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Assessment Rubrics: Levels (Working Towards, Meeting, Exceeding) for each lesson help students understand expectations and track their progress.
Student Reflection: Includes opportunities for students to self-assess their work and set targets for improvement.
Cross-Curricular Links: Aligns with the IB Learner Profile and encourages inquiry and communication skills.

Why Use This Resource?

Provides a solid foundation in the formal elements of Art & Design.
Supports Year 7 students in developing technical skills and artistic confidence.
Easy to adapt for higher year groups or introductory GCSE lessons.
Includes both individual and group tasks for diverse classroom dynamics.
This resource is perfect for engaging students in their first year of secondary Art education, setting them up for success in their artistic journey!