Art

The art and design curriculum covers drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics and photography. Drawing is the foundation of all creative subjects. Students will be expected to develop and refine their observational skills through a variety of tasks, using different methods and approaches. Students will be encouraged to be open minded, critical reflective learners and develop a new way of seeing the world around them. Creative thinking will be supported through research of historical and contemporary artists, photographers and craftspeople, hence developing an understanding of the relevance of art within the wider world.

Our curriculum will ensure that all of our students will have the opportunity to:

• Express their own thoughts, feelings and imagination in creative projects and outcomes, whilst respecting the opinions and artwork of their peers.

• Become problem solvers, showing determination to generate and explore a variety of ideas supported by their research.

• Respect and appreciate Artists and Designers from various periods of time and different cultures.

• Develop analytical skills, be able to express themselves verbally and in written form using subject specific vocabulary, as well as develop visual literacy through the exploration of the formal elements and principles of art and design.

• Aspire to develop a sense of pride and experience success in a practical subject.

• Become resilient learners, take risks, work independently and have the confidence to speak about and present their ideas and work.

• Explore career opportunities that studying art and design can bring.

• Explore strategies to promote wellbeing by opening the door to an enjoyable pastime.