The garden project: This project is aimed at KS3 students in either art or design technology. The garden project is themed around a sensory garden outcome, a piece that should link to one of the 5 senses: touch, sight, sound, taste and smell. It includes key aspects of the design cycle, including a visual mind map, artist research and design specification. Let your students show their creative side in designing a piece of art that is not just to be looked at.

KS3 digital photography- the history of photography. In this theory lesson, students will develop an understanding of what photography is, some well known careers in photography, as well as the key points in history for the development of photography. Students will engage in written work, creative skills (drawing), independent work and group work. Resources needed are at the end of the powerpoint, and these are best printed.

KS3 photography- genres. In this lesson, students will learn about the various genres of photography. Including a variety of tasks, such as: Match up tasks Mind maps Written tasks If there is extra time in your lesson, an optional 8 minute video is included in the notes which showcases 33 genres of photography!

Adobe photoshop tutorial A simple step by step guide on how to do selective colour editing on Photoshop. This includes labelled diagrams of where certain tools are, and makes links to a photographer who uses this style- Nicholas Goodden. Great for KS3 and KS4 students in art, graphics, design and technology or photography classes.

A variety of printable challenge cards, aimed at KS3 design and technology. Challenge cards allow students to transform their knowledge/ learning, and think deeper about their understanding of a topic. The cards are aimed at different areas of the DT curriculum, including: -Design specifications (ACCESSFM) -Initial design ideas -The design process

An easy to follow step by step guide for how to glitch an image using Adobe Photoshop. This resource includes labeled diagrams, visual examples and a simple structure which means success every time. This is a great experiment for any students in art, design and technology or photography classes. Useful for both KS3 and KS4.

This PowerPoint presentations for a KS3 textiles lesson on writing a design specification is a comprehensive and visually engaging educational tools. It begins with an introduction to the design process, and the importance of design specifications. Each slide is thoughtfully organised, combining clear, concise text with vibrant and helpful imagery. The lesson breaks down the components of a strong design specification, including examples of high, mid and low to give students a clear understanding of the success criteria. Scaffolds are also included, with ACCESSFM questions/ starters, to aid students of all abilities. Additionally, the lesson includes assessment tools, with a graded self assessment plenary task, to help students evaluate their own work.

This PowerPoint presentation for a KS3 photography (DT) lesson is an engaging and visually rich resource designed to captivate young photographers. The slides act as a step by step guide for how to create a double exposure edit on Adobe Photoshop, and includes vibrant images and concise steps, making the content accessible and appealing. The guide includes annotated screenshots, which guides the students through creating their own double exposures. The instructions are clear, covering essential tools and tips for each step of the process.

This PowerPoint for a KS3 textiles lesson is a vibrant and interactive presentations designed to engage students with the fundamentals of sewing techniques. It begins with an overview of basic stitches, such as running stitch, back stitch and catch stitch, complete with clear diagrams/ examples and instructions. This lesson also includes a fascinating section on Japanese Boro, an ancient textile repair technique that embodies the principles of sustainability and artistry. This lesson starts with a historical overview of Japanese Boro, and students are encouraged to experiment with their own Boro inspired fabric collage, using the sewing techniques taught in the first part of the lesson. Examples of traditional and contemporary Boro pieces are shown, highlighting the blend of functionality and beauty within the craft. Assessment tools are integrated throughout, including self and peer assessments and success criteria’s to help monitor students as their skills develop. Examples of student work are showcased to provide benchmarks and stimulate discussions regarding the skill set shown.