This ‘Tone’ Lesson Pack includes four PDFs, perfect for 1–2 art tutoring sessions: Basic Introduction – An overview of tone and its importance in art. Tone Activity Worksheet – Includes a tonal ladder, sphere, and title for hands-on practice. Extension 1 – Tonal Shapes. Extension 2 - Tonal Eye activity for further exploration. Enjoy my resources and if you like them - please review them :)

This resource includes 2 worksheets, ideal for preparing students for the comparative study during a gallery visit. Designed for ease of use, the worksheets can be printed in A3 for more space or A4 for convenience. Each worksheet guides students through the process of analyzing artworks with sections for: Quick sketches (two spaces provided). Background information (artist name, medium, title, and brief description). Initial thoughts with prompts and key words for inspiration. Links to own work and function and purpose to foster deeper analysis. A handy checklist of questions in the top corner ensures students stay focused, and a completed visual example is included for guidance. This resource makes art analysis more structured and effective. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please review them :)

This lesson is perfect for art cover lessons or situations where you have minimal materials available. I’ve created a step-by-step worksheet that is easy to follow, making it ideal for students with limited ability or those new to the concept of tone. The worksheets are best printed A4, and all you’ll need are pencils and the worksheets for each student. The PPT lesson introduces the concept of tone and explores the different parts of the eye. As a starter, students will create a tonal ladder and provide feedback on tonal eyes. Then, they will work through the step-by-step worksheet (PDF Included), practicing shading techniques. The lesson concludes with an extension task where students apply tone to complete a title. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please review them :)

This resource includes a lesson and two identical worksheets (one with Welsh headings and one with English), designed to assist students with artist research. The worksheets feature sections like Who, What, Why, How, and Opinion, allowing students to record key details about the artist and their work. This structured format helps students create a clear and focused visual research page later on. The lesson breaks down what to include in each section with helpful prompts, making it especially useful for students who are new to this kind of research. I printed mine in A4 landscape format and gave one worksheet to each student. Please note: The PowerPoint includes flat images, meaning the text cannot be edited. Unfortunately, this is not something I can change. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please review them :)

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 :)

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 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 :)

This 14-slide PowerPoint presentation is designed to support students with the new ESA Component 2 Edexcel Pearson GCSE Art and Design ‘Gathering’ theme for 2025 through a photography focus. It includes an overview of the theme, critical prompt questions to stimulate student reflection, and a starter task to engage students right at the beginning of their project. The presentation starts with an analyzing starter task, where students will analyse three photographs, helping them define and explore the concept of gathering in photography. It then delves into different contexts of gathering, including cultural, environmental, and artistic perspectives. Following this, six artist profiles are introduced: Henri Cartier-Bresson, Andreas Gursky, Vivian Maier, Martin Parr, Manuel Álvarez Bravo, and Gregory Crewdson. Each artist is explored in terms of how they address gathering in their photography, offering students diverse approaches and styles. Next, the presentation moves into a ‘Creating an Atmosphere’ task, where students will compare and contrast two images, considering how the atmosphere in each is captured through composition, lighting, and subject matter. Detailed instructions on how to analyze a photograph are provided, helping students build their critical skills. The presentation concludes with an independent task where students will analyse one gathering image of their choice and create a mood board to visually explore ideas for their own project development. This resource provides a structured and engaging approach to kick-starting the ESA project and encourages deeper creative exploration, perfectly tailored to the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art and Design specification! Enjoy my resources, and if you like them, please leave a review :)

This 15-slide PowerPoint presentation is designed to support students with the new ESA Component 2 Edexcel Pearson GCSE Art and Design ‘Gathering’ theme for 2025. It includes an overview of the ESA, critical prompt questions on each slide to stimulate student reflection, and a starter activity to engage students right at the beginning of the project. The presentation introduces 8 artist profiles, covering key areas such as ‘Gathering: People,’ ‘Gathering: Human-made,’ and ‘Gathering: Environment & Natural World.’ At the end of the presentation, there is a mind-map slide offering inspiration for their own project development and mind mapping. This resource provides a structured and engaging approach to kick-starting the ESA project and encouraging deeper creative exploration. This resource is tailored to the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art and Design specification! Enjoy my resources, and if you like them, 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 :)

Create your own pocket altar/shrine with this digital download of three PDF files. This resource includes: Instructions PDF – Step-by-step guidance for assembling your altar (basic version without embroidered details). Template PDF – A4 printable template for tracing fabric pieces, including an optional pocket and heart design. Blank Design PDF – A4 printable altar template for your own creative ideas. All resources are designed and tested by me. Please do not sell or distribute. Respect artists. Thank you. Enjoy my resources and if you like them - please review them! :)

This resource includes three engaging lessons and an A4 sugar skull template, originally developed for an observation lesson during my NQT year, which received excellent feedback. Tailored for KS3 students, it’s particularly effective for keeping children focused, including those who may be easily distracted or display behavioural challenges. The PowerPoint provides step-by-step guidance with simplified instructions to support every stage of the process: Lesson 1: Introduction to the history and cultural significance of Day of the Dead. Lesson 2: Guided drawing of a sugar skull using the provided template. Lesson 3: Colour blending techniques (featuring a video tutorial by me) and creating an A3 background with explored patterns. This structured approach ensures engagement, creativity, and clear outcomes. Enjoy it and if you like my resources, please leave a review :)