This Visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of sky 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.

This Visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of fish 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.

This Visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of buildings 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.

This Visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of flowers 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.

A step by step guide for students and teachers, walking through the development of a GCSE Art sketchbook. This resource focusses on covering the Assessment Objectives and helps students see how their work can evolve. An invaluable resource for all students. This resource also provides the teacher with a clear methodology for fully covering the Assessment Objectives. Over 30 instructional slides.

This visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of natural textures 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.

This visual resource comprises 30 high quality images of fungi 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.

This resource outlines the notable dates and periods in Art History. The chart format allows for clear, simple access to the information. Suitable as a handout or for display.

This resource comprises 6 individual slide shows of images (180 images) offering inspiration for students of all ages. Ideal to help support GCSE and A level Art students, but equally useful as a general cross curricular resource. Themes covered are Flowers, Fungi, Natural Textures, Sky, Trees and Water. This resource has been produced by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, professional artist and Senior A level Art Moderator. This resource can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES

This Unit of Work provides 3 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with portraiture. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. This Unit of Work is suitable for Key Stage 3 students.

This resource offers three consecutive lesson plans. Firstly exploring tone and techniques for creating tone .... leading to observational drawing techniques .... and culminating in developing abstract art from these drawings. The three lesson plans cover; how the work will be assessed, differentiation, lesson structure, resources, cross curricular links, homework Also included with each individual lesson plan is a photocopiable "Notes for students" page, which outlines the aims and objectives of the lesson in a student friendly manner.

This Unit of Work provides 3 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with colour. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. This Unit of Work is suitable for Key Stage 3 students.

This Unit of Work provides 4 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with colour and abstraction. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. This resource is ideal for Key Stage 3 students.

This Unit of Work provides 3 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with portraiture. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. This resource is ideal for Key Stage 3 students.

This Unit of Work provides 3 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with dramatic landscapes. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. This resource is ideal for Key Stage 3 students.

This Unit of Work provides 2 linked lesson plans that guide teaching of skills and techniques associated with abstract landscapes. Each lesson plan is broken down into how the work will be assessed, the structure of the lesson, cross curricular links, homework and resources required. Also included for each lesson is a photocopiable information sheet for students, which is written in a student friendly manner. The unit links observational drawing with aerial images and the artwork of Hundertwasser and Hockney. This resource is ideal for Key Stage 3 students.

The current government workforce challenge reports state, amongst other things that all staff should work from thorough schemes of study. This resource can provide this. This huge resource (154 pages) offers 38 linked lesson plans, leading students through the key elements of Art, Design and Creativity. Each lesson plan provides differentiation, lesson outline, lesson structure, materials required, and homework. Each lesson also provides a photocopiable information sheet for students, written in a student friendly style. Topics covered include drawing styles, observation, abstraction, figure drawing, mask making, sculpture, landscape painting, portraiture, ceramics, colour theory, architecture … and much more. The lessons have been purposefully written to lead on from each other, allowing students to build upon their ever increasing skills sets through the Key Stage 3 years. The resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, Senior Art Moderator and Professional Artist. They have been used in an Art department judged by Ofsted to be Outstanding. Art resource by Start Creative Resources.

Halloween's on the way. This visual resource provides 26 spooky grayscale images which can be used as inspiration for creative writing or artwork. The images have been provided in grayscale to allow them to be photocopied. Students can then use the image as a guide, adding color to the image using paint or pastel. These images are spooky, but not too scary! So would be suitable for use with all ages. Happy Halloween!

It's nearly Halloween! And with that in mind, this slideshow provides 24 photographs of monsters all around us. Gargoyles on churches, statues in parks, toys, sculptures, graffiti ... they're everywhere! This resource could provide an inspirational starting point for Halloween themed creative writing exercises, or support children in the development of their artwork, or simply be a fun activity for free class time. Happy Halloween!

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!