S1 Art and Design

What will I learn?

To enjoy creative work, build confidence, introduce basic skills, and learn about the visual elements which are line, tone, colour, shape pattern, texture, and form. I will have the opportunity to work with a variety of art materials to create images and 3D work whilst building on my understanding of their properties. Drawing development is important and I will participate in progressive lessons in drawing throughout the year. I will work through a variety of expressive and design projects and learn to express and communicate my ideas. I will also look at and write about the work of well-known artists and designers who relate closely to my practical work. The focus in S1 will be critical design vocabulary.

S1 Focus

• Learning to draw in proportion

• Learning the process of a design project

• Understanding the design terms

• Experimenting with a range of media

What skills will I develop?

• Drawing skills (using a variety of materials and understanding how best to use them to achieve desired effects).

• Painting skills (colour mixing, tonal application, brush techniques and brush control).

• 3D skills (This might include working with clay or other materials to develop for 3D making skills).

• Design (Working through the design process from the original stimulus to development ideas leading to a design solution.)

• Critical skills (analysis pieces of work by discussing the visual elements and design terms)

How will I know I am progressing?

Have my drawing skills improved? Do I know how to break down an image? Can I show a level of accuracy within my drawings? Can I add detail to progress my drawing further? Have I used the visual elements with sensitivity and consideration? Can I handle a range of drawing materials with confidence and skill? Am I able to produce design ideas? Can I form a personal justified response on the work of design? These factors will be evident in my practical work, and I can compare early drawings with work towards the end of the school year to identify my personal progression.

What type of homework will I get?

I will have the opportunity to come into the art department during lunch breaks to work on my project work. Pieces of work will be sent home; however, I will be encouraged to develop my drawing skills at home.