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! If you enjoy my resources, please leave a review :)

This comprehensive 17-slide PowerPoint is designed to support educators in creating a more inclusive and representative art curriculum. Perfect for department meetings or as inspiration for adapting schemes of work, this resource highlights the importance of diversity in art education and offers practical tools to implement change. What’s included: Introduction & Context: Explores why diversity in art matters, discussing the dominance of Eurocentric narratives and the benefits of inclusion. Statistics & Underrepresentation: Highlights the lack of representation of Black and POC artists in curriculums. Artist Spotlights: Features influential artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Augusta Savage, Aaron Douglas, Kara Walker, Frida Kahlo, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Yayoi Kusama, Kehinde Wiley, Amy Sherald, Ai Weiwei, Zanele Muholi, and El Anatsui. Regional Diversity: Examines diverse art traditions from around the globe. Success Stories: Showcases real-world examples of schools successfully diversifying their art curriculums. Lesson Plans: Includes three potential lesson plans for immediate implementation, focusing on diverse artists and cultural practices. Tools & Resources: Provides educators with curated books, museum collections, and digital platforms to deepen their approach. Call to Action: Practical steps for educators to start diversifying their curriculum today. Why this resource is valuable: Inspires Change: Encourages reflection on current practices and offers actionable ideas for fostering inclusivity. Practical & Adaptable: Use it to spark departmental discussions, integrate it into your own schemes of work, or as a standalone CPD resource. Student Impact: Promotes broader cultural understanding and deeper engagement in the classroom. Closing Thought: The presentation concludes with an inspiring quote to motivate and guide educators as they work toward a more inclusive and representative art education. Enjoy it and if you like my resource, please leave a review :)

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. If you like my resources, please leave a review :)

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. Enjoy my resources, and if you like them, please leave a review :)

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. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave me a review :)

Engage your students with this hands-on Remembrance Day activity! This resource includes a 10-slide PowerPoint presentation that provides a step-by-step guide to creating beautiful felt poppies. Perfect for craft lessons or commemorative events, the presentation ensures clear, easy-to-follow instructions for students of all ages. What’s included: A detailed, visually engaging PowerPoint presentation with step-by-step instructions. It begins with a short introduction to Remembrance Day and some key facts. An A4 printable PDF paper pattern template for the poppy design. It includes 20 poppies for printing convenience. Materials Needed per student: Red felt (A6 size, approximately 4.1 x 5.8 inches). Black embroidery thread (approximately 15 cm). 1 black button. Green wool or ribbon (approximately 10 cm). Encourage creativity while teaching the importance of remembrance. This craft is ideal for classroom projects, art lessons, or Remembrance Day 2025 activities. Enjoy my resources and if you like my lessons, please leave a review :)

Elevate your students’ mark-making skills with this comprehensive resource! Perfect for art lessons, this bundle includes: 17-Slide PowerPoint Introduces the concept of mark-making with clear visuals and examples. Please note: Some slides are non-editable, as they were created in Procreate. Includes two videos demonstrating how to fill the grid, providing students with a practical guide to get started. Mark-Making Grid PDF A versatile resource for your classroom! Photocopy this grid for student use—I recommend printing on A3 heavier paper stock for durability and to hold mediums like Indian ink. This grid helps students experiment with various marks, patterns, and techniques. Extension Task: Traced Fruit Grid A creative follow-up activity where students can explore adding colour to their mark-making techniques. This resource offers a strong introduction to mark-making and creative experimentation, making it perfect for engaging students in the fundamentals of art. Tip: Use the provided videos to guide your class or as independent study material to enhance their learning experience! Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)

Help your students master tone and shading with this differentiated Tonal Eye Practice Sheet! Designed to support students who may not feel confident with proportion yet, this resource shifts the focus to tonal exploration and shading techniques. What’s Included: ONE PDF WORKSHEET Three black-and-white eye references: A mix of photographs and drawings on the right-hand side of the sheet, offering varied examples of tonal range and detail. Trace support on the left: Perfect for students who need guidance with structure, allowing them to trace the outline and focus exclusively on shading and tone. This resource is ideal for developing observational skills, introducing tonal values, and building shading confidence without the pressure of freehand drawing. How to Use: Print the sheet for individual practice or class exercises. Encourage students to experiment with pencils or other tonal media (e.g., charcoal, graphite). Perfect for differentiated instruction—students can choose the level of challenge they feel comfortable with. This is a great resource to build shading skills while giving less confident drawers the tools they need to succeed. Enjoy it and if you like my resources then please leave a review :)

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. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please review them :)

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. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)

This fun and experimental lesson is perfect as a filler lesson, where students use Indian ink and oil pastels to create their own Indian Ink Bugs. The resource includes a PowerPoint (covering two lessons) that provides step-by-step guidance on drawing bugs in an experimental and playful way. Students will then add patterns and use oil pastel blending techniques to transition from dark to light. For students who may find drawing from scratch challenging, the PowerPoint includes bug templates they can use. To extend the lesson, you could photograph each student’s work and have them digitally edit their creations, using them for pattern-making workshops. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)

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. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)

This lesson is packed with opportunities for experimentation using various techniques such as graphite, coloured pencil, and watercolour paint, all inspired by the work of David Hockney. The lesson includes clear explanations for each technique and a discussion point to kick off the session. The worksheet offers 30 technique prompts, and I recommend printing it A3 for more space to explore marks, although A4 works well for more advanced students. In the graphite section, students practice shading, hatching, cross-hatching, and various line techniques to build their skills. This engaging lesson can take up to two 1-hour sessions (or more), and you can extend the task by having students conduct their own research into each technique in pairs. At the bottom of the worksheet, there’s a Hockney painting example for students to recreate in different mediums. Please note: The PowerPoint includes the reference image, but does not show the Hockney painting recreated in watercolour or coloured pencil. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please review them :)

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! Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)

This 14 slide presentation introduces the technique of ‘Gathering’ (ESA theme 2025) in textile design, exploring its origins, key methods, and its role in fashion and textile art. Students will learn about gathering through practical examples and examine the work of five influential designers: Issey Miyake, Viktor & Rolf, Christian Dior, Iris van Herpen, and Alexander McQueen. The session also covers how to create an **effective mood board, incorporating textile samples, design concepts, and visual inspiration. ** The lesson concludes with a task where students will either create a textile sample or design a mood board, reflecting on how gathering can be applied to their own creative work within the context of the Art & Design GCSE specification. This is specific to the Pearson Edexcel requirements but can be adapted for your own needs as it is an editable PPT. Enjoy my resources, and if you like them, please leave a review :)