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I have been teaching for 12 years in both state and independent schools. Prior to this I specialised and worked in the fashion and interior design industries. I use a variety of mediums in my own work, and specialise in printmaking, portraiture, and graphic design. I'm always looking to learn new skills and recently finished a course in woodwork furniture design, which I loved! I have always enjoyed creating useful and beautiful resources for students and so think it is time I share them.

I have been teaching for 12 years in both state and independent schools. Prior to this I specialised and worked in the fashion and interior design industries. I use a variety of mediums in my own work, and specialise in printmaking, portraiture, and graphic design. I'm always looking to learn new skills and recently finished a course in woodwork furniture design, which I loved! I have always enjoyed creating useful and beautiful resources for students and so think it is time I share them.
Questioning in Art
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Questioning in Art

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4 posters on questioning in Art. This can be used in lessons or as classroom displays to remind students of questions they should be asking themselves when researching or producing their own work.
Visual Elements Introduction
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Visual Elements Introduction

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This is an introductory worksheet on the Formal Visual Elements. It defines what this means, and asks students to identify what these elements are. Answers are available for teachers and an extension task with exemplar material is also available for teachers to deliver in lesson. Students can go on to use the template provided to create examples of the formal visual elements. An example is available for clarity. There are two copies available - one with the US spelling of color.
Line - Formal Visual Element
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Line - Formal Visual Element

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This is a 2 page informative worksheet which takes students through the use of line in its many forms. It is informative and interactive and has enabled my students to develop their understanding of the integral nature of line. Page 1: Information - What is line and how can it be used by artists? Students asked to define different types of line - literacy. Page 2: Student worksheet - students instructed to develop line drawing skills demonstrating knowledge and skill. Page 3: Teacher resource example of possible outcome for page 2.
Tone, shading and mark making
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Tone, shading and mark making

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Do your students know about pencil grades, what they stand for, and how they can improve outcomes? This first worksheet teaches students about the different grades of pencil and asks them to demonstrate their learning by practicing shading techniques using pressure and a variety of pencils. The second worksheet (similar to the first) also introduces mark making and asks students to practice using mark making techniques to create tone. There is one question on worksheet 1 - Answer: Circled example uses pressure to create tone. Other example uses crosshatching (mark making) to create tone. Note - I have printed these worksheets onto cartridge paper (thin) A3 for students to draw directly onto and present in their books.
Analysis  - How to analyse a work of art
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Analysis - How to analyse a work of art

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This questionnaire asks students to select a work of art (from the 4 provided) and answer questions that help them learn how to analyse a work of art focusing on the formal visual elements. Page 1. Student questionnaire. Page 2. Basic information on each work of art and links to further information. Page 3. Teacher aid - Full analysis of Salman Toor’s “Bar Boy”. You may want to start this activity with a class Q&A discussion. Using the questions on page 1 to ask directed questions on their thoughts on the piece. This page gives you answers to those questions and may ignite some new ones.
Color Wheel - Color theory worksheet US Spelling
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Color Wheel - Color theory worksheet US Spelling

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This worksheet is for students to apply their knowledge of color theory by painting/coloring in the color wheel and answering the questions below the color wheel. I have also attached the answers to the questions should you need them. I usually ask students to use acrylics for this task. You may want to download for free, my color theory introduction page, which teaches students the history of color Theory. This worksheet is also part of a bundle I have created available on my profile.
Pattern
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Pattern

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"Understanding Pattern" This resource teaches students about pattern structures. Students will learn about a variety of different types of pattern and demonstrate their knowledge using the worksheets provided. This resource includes answers for the worksheets (for teachers), as well as a lesson teachers could deliver following from the worksheets. This resource could be used as a starter or a full lesson. 5 Documents in A3 pdf format. Easily printed A4 - A2.
Colour Wheel - worksheet
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Colour Wheel - worksheet

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This worksheet is for students to apply their knowledge of colour theory by painting/colouring in the colour wheel and answering the questions below the colour wheel. I have also attached the answers to the questions should you need them. I usually ask students to use acrylics for this task. You may want to download for free, my colour theory introduction page, which teaches students the history of colour Theory. This worksheet is also part of a bundle I have created available on my profile.
Literacy Booklet
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Literacy Booklet

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This is a comprehensive body of work formatted into a printable booklet. This was created for my students to help them improve literacy in art, and work more independently. Students are regularly asked to research, evaluate and analyse throughout their art education. This book gives students the foundations in learning to write with confidence. You can print this as a booklet OR you may choose to print each page as and when you need it for your lessons. Included: How to Research and Artist/Designer. Understanding the difference between evaluation and analysis. How to evaluate a work of art. How to evaluate a pencil drawing. How to evaluate a painting. How to evaluate a response or a copy. How to analyse a work of art. Sentences starters. Words linked to art materials. Photography annotation. Word bank of photography technical terms. Word bank on - Atmosphere, Texture, Form, Pattern, Line, Tone, Shape, Colour. Notes page - for students to write in.
AQA GCSE 2025 Fine Art, Human Being  - Art Brief  for BODY IMAGE project
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AQA GCSE 2025 Fine Art, Human Being - Art Brief for BODY IMAGE project

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This project can be used for the AQA GCSE Fine Art "Human Being " exam unit. This is a project I delivered a couple of years ago to my BTEC L3 Art and Design students. I was inspired to create and deliver a project that empowered my students and gave them the opportunity to create their own visual narratives on a theme that is sensitive to most (especially young people), and extremely relevant today - Body Image. This brief is suitable for, and links to the AQA Fine Art “Human Beings” title. This is a project that requires the teacher to be sensitive to young people’s views, thoughts and personal experiences. I would recommend that you deliver this knowing you have good relationships with your students and that you are open to tackling difficult topics with care. This resource is a great way to help you get started with the theme if you are stuck for ideas. Body Image project brief - powerpoint. Including artists to research, social, economic, cultural and political links, historical and current day views on the theme, and exemplar work by past students. Visual mindmap, a questionnaire for students to start considering their own personal views on body image- pdf.
"Gathering" exam unit resource - GCSE Art - Improve Questioning
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"Gathering" exam unit resource - GCSE Art - Improve Questioning

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This is a worksheet focused on analysing “A Song for Travellers” by Robert Pruitt. It guides students to think about how to research and analyse a work of art by asking the right questions. This work of art, compliments the exam theme perfectly and includes symbolism, as well as contextual references. Included: Exemplar work by a student in 2024 PDF document- Can print up to A3
AQA GCSE Component 2 - 2025, TEXTILES - Human Being and Narrative.
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AQA GCSE Component 2 - 2025, TEXTILES - Human Being and Narrative.

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Need help generating ideas? For just £3.50, you have a 26 page Powerpoint slide, to assist textile teachers in guiding their students through a wide range of topics related to the AQA exam themes “Human Being” and “Narrative.” These two themes are interconnected and link to almost all the other themes included in this year’s externally set assignment. This PowerPoint includes a variety of directions students could choose for both exam themes, linking ideas to textile artists. Included are links to artist websites. In addition to this I have included mindmap examples, a work sheet for students with key words, and a poster. Saving you precious time.