Save yourself loads of time with this fully editable KS3 Art Student Handbook. It provides a rationale for Art education, rules, marking system, overview of past and present curriculum advice and a general ethos for Art. Because it is provided as a Word document you can easily edit it to suit the particular needs of your school. A simple way of cutting down your planning for September.

24 Art grid drawing worksheets for when you need a prep free sub / cover activity quickly. No prep needed, just print and hand out. Each worksheet shows a different part of the human skeleton. There is a corresponding blank grid for students to copy the image onto. Students could then add colour if they wish. Suitable for science lessons too! Easy to print. Easy to use. A great resource to have on hand when you are really busy.

A clear, concise fact file of the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. A great resource to give to students to support and develop their understanding of the work of one of the world’s most influential artists. The 6 page resource also includes a worksheet that allows students to check their understanding of the information provided and also develop their analytical skills by considering their own views of the artwork. Finally, students are invited to develop their own artistic skills by producing artwork inspired by the work of Leonardo da Vinci. Ideal as a substitute lesson, for emailing to students remote learning, or as a basis for an Art History lesson. Suitable for Primary and Secondary school students. Watch out for lots more artist fact files dropping soon.

Exam reforms are well under way. This document provides teachers and students with clear support for the new A level Art specification Externally Set Task. Students are provided with an explanation of the requirements of the task and are prompted to meet the criteria. It has been written with the new Assessment Objectives in mind. This resource is provided as a Word document so that it can be freely edited to suit your particular needs. This resource has been written by an experienced A level Art Senior Moderator.

A clear, concise fact file of the life and work of Vincent van Gogh. A great resource to give to students to support and develop their understanding of the work of one of the world’s most influential artists. The 6 page resource also includes a worksheet that allows students to check their understanding of the information provided and also develop their analytical skills by considering their own views of the artwork. Finally, students are invited to develop their own artistic skills by producing artwork inspired by the work of Vincent van Gogh. Ideal as a substitute lesson, for emailing to students remote learning, or as a basis for an Art History lesson. Suitable for Secondary School students. Watch out for lots more artist fact files dropping soon.

This 7 minute video demonstration introduces Adobe Photoshop. The focus here is how to use layers to merge different images together. Through narration and on screen demonstration students are shown how to set up layers, import images and use tools to select sections, move, transform and erase. An ideal introduction to Adobe Photoshop for students studying Art or Photography. The video is presented by Mael Matthews, experienced art teacher, art examiner, author and artist.

Planning an art gallery visit with your students? This resource might just help. A student friendly guide to getting the most out of a gallery visit. A 17 page workbook that guides students through how to behave in a gallery, how to explore and analyse the artwork, how to take notes and sketch details and how to interpret the artwork in order to develop their own art once back in the classroom. Easy to print and ideal for all exam level art students.

The resource comprises 3 original coloring books by Mael Matthews, totalling over 100 different coloring templates. Recent research suggests that anxious, over busy minds can be calmed by focusing on simple, therapeutic tasks such as coloring. This resource has been designed to be suitable for use with all ages, including adults and SEN students. Whether being used as an extension activity, for therapeutic reasons or simply for fun, I hope that you enjoy this resource. Happy coloring!

This book provides a step by step art project for Grade 3 to 6. The focus is "The Natural World". Children are guided through the development of drawings and paintings based on natural objects. A range of artwork by recognised artists is also introduced to students. The resource can provide a structure for 6 to 8 individual art lessons. It also allows for modification by the teacher to suit the particular group. This Primary Art resource has been developed by Start Creative Resources

Cut workload and get GCSE Art students off to flying start in January with this resource. We hand out the AQA GCSE Art Component 2 exam papers in January. Support students from the start with this bundle of resources. Included are the following. External task support document for students which guides them through the development of preparatory work that fully meets the requirements of the four Assessment Objectives. A student friendly explanation of the Assessment Objectives which highlights the need to develop ideas. Guidance on how to develop a final outcome. An example of a grade 9 sketchbook A step by step guide to developing a sketchbook. A fully editable letter template to parents informing them of the work that students will be undertaking and how support at home would be helpful. 10 individual images for inspiration slideshows. An art history printable. The 2019 version of this resource was a TES top download. All resources are print friendly. We hope that this dramatically reduces your workload at the start of the development phase. Also, if you would like a range of supporting images to help students, go to the following pages. [https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-art-exam-2020-photographs-of-crowds-of-people-12229399] [https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/gcse-art-component-2-exam-2020-movement-images-12229479]

We will be handing out GCSE Art Component 2 question papers in January. This is a FULLY EDITABLE 12 page guide for students to help them develop artwork for GCSE Art Component 2. It is suitable for all exam boards including AQA and Edexcel. As it is fully editable it is suitable for use with ALL TITLES; Art and Design, Fine Art, Textiles, Graphics, Photography, 3D Design. This fully illustrated guide leads the student through the stages of development of a thorough set of work that meets the requirements of the assessment objectives. Drawing in all its forms is strongly encouraged, as drawing underpins all other work, no matter which Title is being followed. This resource is used in an outstanding Art Department. No exam questions are reproduced in this resource. The guidance given provides a structure that works irrespective of the starting point. Potentially, this could be used as an outline for the development of Component 1 too! Also includes an editable planning sheet to help students organise themselves right from the start. This resource is provided as a Word doc so that you can edit it to meet your needs. For instance, tailor it to your exam board and deadline dates, or add your own images and artist references. We hope it helps! **P.S, be sure to unzip (extract) the file once downloaded. To do this, simply right click on the file and choose “Extract all” from the menu. You will then have a fully editable resource. **The zipped download system is set by TES, by the way, authors have no choice in the matter. It is to speed up the download process.

A step by step guide for students and teachers, walking through the development of a thorough Art sketchbook at Middle and High school. This resource focusses on covering assessment objectives and helps students see how their work can evolve by making links between their observations, the artwork of recognised artists and media experimentation. An invaluable resource for all students but particularly effective for use with students struggling to grasp the requirements of exam level Art. This resource also provides the teacher with a clear methodology which can be adopted irrespective of the project theme. This original resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Art, professional artist and Senior Art Examiner. Over 30 instructional slides.

This resource provides visual inspiration for the development of seascape paintings. A wide range of photographs show the textures, colours and movement of rough seas. The slideshow then shows a range of paintings produced using a variety of techniques. each painting includes an explanation of how it was produced. All paintings were produced by the author, Mael Matthews. This resource could provide inspiration for students of all ages. The main message is that where painting is concerned, the only rule is that there are no rules! The resource also includes Mael's Twitter handle and he is happy to answer all direct questions about the paintings in this resource. Happy painting!

This resource does exactly what it says on the packet. 101 amazing and original ideas for art lessons. Suitable for USA Kindergarten and Junior School children. Quick, snappy lessons for when time is tight. Clear, concise descriptions of activities. 28 pages.

This visual resource comprises 8 individual slideshows covering the topics of fish, hands, sky, trees, water, faces, patterns in nature and perspective. The aim is to provide inspiration for Art students of all ages. This resource can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

Suitable for Key stage 2. This Christmas bundle offers eight individual files including colouring sheets, clip art, jigsaw making activity and a word search. Ideal for festive end of term activities. Many more resources available in our shop. Take a look at https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/mael

Looking for fun, fresh, and imaginative art projects that keep your students engaged and excited? Look no further! With this amazing collection of a hundred and one art lesson ideas, you’ll never run out of creative inspiration for your classroom. Whether you are teaching primary or Key Stage 3, these bite-sized, easy-to-implement ideas will add a splash of creativity to your day without the stress of planning from scratch. Perfect for those days when you need a quick, fun activity, these lessons cover everything from Lego sculptures to rainbow drawings and even nature-inspired art. Each idea is designed to be simple, low-prep, and adaptable for different age groups. Your students will love experimenting with unique materials like plaster, recycled objects, and melted crayons, while you will appreciate how fast and flexible these lessons are to set up! Why You will Love It: A hundred and one exciting ideas to spark creativity in your classroom! Quick, low-prep activities for when you’re short on time. Perfect for substitute teachers, art rotations, or creative breaks. Ideal for hands-on learning, encouraging self-expression and imagination. A mix of 2-D and 3_D projects. There is something for everyone! Transform your art lessons and make your classroom a hub of creative exploration with this fantastic, easy-to-use resource. Get it today, and watch your student imaginations soar!

Do you wand a printable explanation of the AQA GCSE Art assessment objectives for students? If so, here it is. Each AO is followed by a clear, precise explanation of what it means. This is ideal for handing out to students at the start of the course and is appropriate for all AQA Art titles, namely, Art, Craft and Design, Fine Art, Graphics, Textiles, Photography and 3D. It will really help them address the AOs and maximise their potential.

We hand out the A Level Art Component 2 question papers on Thursday 1st February. Why not hand this document out at the same to to help them get going in a clear, structured way. Check out the great reviews that this resource has got! The guide provides no nonsense advice on the collection of evidence, presentation of work and development of ideas in relation to the assessment objectives. It also provides a time line to keep them on track through the next few months, working towards a final outcome to be produced during the 15 hours controlled time. Provided as a fully editable Word document so that you can amend as you feel fit. This resource is suitable for all exam boards and all titles. Please note that no starting points are mentioned and no exam board documentation is reproduced as this would be a contravention of the exam regulations. This resource should be used alongside the question paper and specification documentation. Written by an experienced Head of Department and used in a highly successful Art Department.