The resource provides students with a step by step guide to developing an effective sketchbook that covers the Assessment Objectives of the NEW AS Art specification. Also included is a slideshow of images of natural textures and a mind-map that leads students through the Art and Design process . Emphasis is placed on observational studies, analysis of the work of artists and crafts-people, exploration of materials and processes and the development of ideas through informed decision making and making links between areas of research. The book can also be used by teachers, helping to structure their teaching. The book can be used in a very literal sense with lower attaining students, or as a scaffolding structure for higher attaining students. Suitable for coverage of both the Art, Craft and Design, and the Fine Art endorsements. This resource has been developed by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Subject and Senior A level Art moderator.

A step by step guide for students, leading them 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, but in particular, lower achieving candidates. This resource also provides a step by step approach to GCSE Art for teachers - ideal for new teachers. A photocopiable resource with over 30 instructional slides. The Theme for this guide is "Natural Forms"

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!

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 slideshow provides 24 scary images for Halloween. They can be used to provide inspiration for Art and Creative Writing, or can be used to generate a suitably spooky atmosphere for Halloween! Suitable for all ages .... They're scary ....... but not that scary!!!

The US version of this resource has been awarded 5 stars by the TES team. 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. It also offers activities that directly link to GCSE Art Assessment Objectives, ensuring students are "GCSE ready" by the end of Key Stage 3. The resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, Senior Art Moderator and Professional Artist. The resource can be used in conjunction with Mael's other Art resources which can be found at https:tes.com/teaching-resources-shop/mael

Halloween is on the way! Engage your students with this visual resource - 25 spooky photocopiable images in grayscale that can be coloured and/or provide inspiration for creative writing. They are spooky, but not scary! So these images can be used with all ages. Happy Halloween!

This resource comprises a slide show of images of dramatic landscapes, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural and compositional qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation and artwork development. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for geography students or as inspiration for creative writing. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

This resource comprises a slide show of images of dramatic landscapes, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural and compositional qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation and artwork development. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for geography students or as inspiration for creative writing. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

This resource comprises a slide show of images of the sea, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural and compositional qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation and artwork development. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for geography students or as inspiration for creative writing. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

This resource comprises a slide show of images of the sea, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural qualities and compositional elements of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation and artwork development. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for geography students. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

This resource comprises a slide show of images of rust and corrosion, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for science students. It can be used in conjunction with other Art resources by Mael Matthews on TES.

This resource comprises a slide show of images of rust and corrosion, offering inspiration for Art students of all ages. The textural qualities of the images could potentially provide a starting point for media experimentation. This resource is equally suitable as a cross curricular tool, offering a visual reference for science students. It 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 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.

A step by step guide for students and teachers, walking through the development of a thorough GCSE Art sketchbook. This resource focusses on covering the 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 GCSE 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 and Senior Art Moderator. Over 30 instructional slides.

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!

This resource provides visually stimulating slides from A to Z - showing a corresponding art word or term. Words and terms are purposefully challenging, therefore stretching students specialist vocabulary and knowledge. The resource could contribute to the Art Department's literacy policy. Included are words such as Decoupage, Impasto and Xylography. This resource can be used as a slideshow or can be printed for permanent display around the Art room.

This resource provides visually stimulating slides from A to Z - showing a corresponding art word or term. Words and terms are purposefully challenging, therefore stretching students specialist vocabulary and knowledge. The resource could contribute to the Art Department's literacy policy. Included are words such as Decoupage, Impasto and Xylography. This resource can be used as a slideshow or can be printed for permanent display around the Art room.

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. Includes a 40 image slideshow of example student work. Topics covered include drawing styles, observation, abstraction, figure drawing, mask making, sculpture, landscape painting, portraiture, ceramics, color 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 Middle School. The resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, Senior Art Examiner and Professional Artist.

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.