This is a complete 6 - 9 week KS3 introductory unit on colour theory, using the colour wheel. There are short, starter activities using different media for kinetic and visual learners. There is also a mini research project on Robert and Sonia Delaunay. The focus of this unit is on the primary, secondary, tertiary, harmonious, and contrast/complimentary colours. Students then take this knowledge and apply it to an extended practical project of about 5 - 7 hours. Quality historical, teacher and student examples are included for explanation and demonstration. Simple and clear steps for EAL students.

This resource is a complete KS3 unit spanning 3-4 lessons on the design and making of a sculpture in the style of Anish Kapoor. Perfect for low, high or mixed ability classes. This resource contains quality student examples and is also EAL friendly as language is clear and is used in conjunction with visual imagery. Could be adapted with digital technology by including backgrounds of landscapes to mimic site-specific sculpture. Marking scheme included. This could be used as a group project as well.

This unit of work focuses on exploring different watercolour techniques. Miró’s style is used to help students engage with mixed media and move away from traditional art. A great project for introducing watercolours, starting the year and/or low ability pupils. Can be adapted in part for Key Stage 3 or for IGCSE/GCSE students. Using first-hand resources as a starting point, this project can be used as a support with other projects or done in its entirety over 4 weeks. A visually strong PowerPoint which is great for English as an additional language. Included: marking scheme/vocabulary and level descriptors.

This PowerPoint is a complete intro unit on Synthetic Cubism which can be used for KS3 and (I)GCSE. The PowerPoint breakdowns the styles and techniques of Synthetic Cubism into simple steps which build up towards a single final piece. The final piece of work encompasses a breakdown of the four main characteristics in Synthetic Cubism. There are copyright free art historical images and quality classroom examples provided. Also included is a marking scheme and marking vocabulary for the project.

This is a complete 5 - 6 week Key Stage 3 unit on drawing with a focus on line and stippling. It also focuses on the development of pen control through the medium of calligraphy. The final outcome is a motivational poster based on artworks by Christa Rijnveld. Rijnveld has provided permission to include her artworks and have this project inspired by her work. These posters can be used to create a school display. Students explore line, hatching, stippling, calligraphy, colour theory and poster layouts. The students take this knowledge and slowly build upon each step to create the final outcome. Quality teacher and student examples are included for explanation and demonstration, along with key words to assist EAL students. Mark scheme and level descriptors included.

This is a complete 6 - 7 week Key Stage 3 unit on drawing a still life with a focus on line, colour and shape. It could easily be used for Year 10 too. There are short, starter activities, introducing key topics, using different media for kinetic and visual learners. There is a mini research project on Carolee Clark whose artwork is used as inspiration. Students explore contour lines, colour saturation, mark making and patterns. The students take this knowledge and slowly build upon each step to create the final piece. Quality teacher and student examples are included for explanation and demonstration, along with key words to assist EAL students. Mark scheme and worksheets included.

This sculpture project takes up 7-8 weeks to complete and therefore perfect as a half term project. It could be used for Key Stage 3 or IGCSE/GCSE students. It begins by using a common firsthand resource, fruit, as the design inspiration. A great project to be used to fill exhibition spaces as the work is large and creates impact. The process of abstraction is broken down into simple steps using line, form and space as the main elements. Excellent student work is used to explain each step of the process with completed examples included at the end. Choice starter activities are interspersed throughout for students to gain critical thinking and vocabulary skills. A marking scheme is included.

Using nature as inspiration, this sculpture project takes 7-8 weeks to complete and is therefore perfect as a half term project. It can be used for Key Stage 3 or IGCSE/GCSE students. It begins by using a common first-hand resource, leaves, as the design inspiration. The materials used are easy to access and are great for those without a proper sculpture studio. The leaf form is abstracted into a pattern using a variety of simple methods providing options depending on ability level. Process work is highly regarded as a means to scaffold the project and help students see the value in each step. Excellent student work is used to explain each step of the process with completed examples included at the end. A visually impactful PowerPoint which is great for English as an additional language speakers. Included: marking scheme and vocab, worksheets, design criteria and level descriptors.

Using nature as inspiration, this sculpture project takes 7-8 weeks to complete and is therefore perfect as a half term project. It can be used for Key Stage 3 or IGCSE/GCSE students. It begins by using a common first-hand resource, shells, as the design inspiration. There are a total of 4 different final projects to choose from which depend on available resources – great for those without a proper sculpture studio. The shell form is broken down into a process of abstraction which is comprised of simple steps using line, form and space as the main elements. Process work is highly regarded as means to scaffold the project and help students see the value in each step. Excellent student work is used to explain each step of the process with completed examples included at the end. A visually impactful PowerPoint which is great for English as an additional language speakers. Included: marking scheme and vocab, worksheets, design criteria and level descriptors.

This resource is a complete 7-9 week KS3 unit on the planning and making of a mask. It outlines and explains how students are to follow the design process in order to make a unique and individual mask inspired by different cultures all over the world. Included are 17 ‘do now’ starter activities which assist EAL student digest key vocabulary. This project uses readily available classroom materials. The PowerPoint outlines the steps to make the mask, while introducing the design process to year 7/new students. As part of the design process, students will investigate their theme, research construction techniques; specify a list of requirements; produce a design that meets the specifications; draw annotated sketches; build their own mask and evaluate the product. This resource contains quality teacher and student examples. This resource is EAL friendly as language is clear and is used in conjunction with visual imagery.

This resources is designed for GCSE/IGCSE students but can also be used for AS/A level students as well or even advanced Year 9 students. It focuses on using colour theory to mix acrylic paint. Specifically its goal is to teach students how to mix different shades of brown using primary colours, contrast colours and CMYK colours. Mixing different shades of brown is an invaluable skill especially for making various flesh tones in portraiture and figure studies. Portraiture, insect and hand study examples are provided but the emphasis here is on hands. An additional 3 projects are provided which engage with assessment objective 2 which explores various media. At the end of the PowerPoint, high quality student examples of various prep boards are provided in order to give students an idea of the application of these class projects. A “mixing browns” poster is also included.

This is a complete 4-month unit for Key Stage 3 and Year 10 which can be used as a whole Term project. It introduces Pop Art and focuses on the artist, Andy Warhol. Like Pop Art, it uses consumerist objects such as junk food as a firsthand resource. This resource forms the basis for the whole unit. The unit looks at 4 sub-projects: drawing, design, printmaking and painting. This could be taught as one cohesive project or used as separate units. Skills and ‘how to’ are included in each sub-project, except for the printing project which is a field trip. Quality teacher and student examples are included for explanation and demonstration, along with key words to assist EAL students. Scheme of Work, extensive “Do now” starters activities, vocabulary list, mark scheme and worksheets are all included.

This is a 6 week unit on the design and creation of a hybrid creature which is broken down into 2 projects. Firstly, an encyclopaedia poster which showcases a collage with information. Secondly, an illustration which encompasses atmospheric perspective using watercolour techniques and processes. You can collaborate with the English department who can develop creative writing skills - PowerPoint included or it can be used within art class alone. Students also get exposed to our key artist - Stephanie Simpson, and use her work as inspiration for theirs. Various design skills are also explored such as typography, composition and layout. The resource give options for low, middle and high ability students and includes quality photo’s student examples. It also contains a marking scheme that is simple and easy to use for EAL students.