is the way you see or understand something, based on your point of view or experiences.

is the act of noticing or paying attention to details in order to gain information or understand something.

a source of inspiration or reference that sparks ideas for artwork, such as a real-life object, scene, or image.

Recording from observation and first-hand sources

Art and design

Selecting inspirational visual source material

Developing ideas for experimentation

The art of critique: analysing and interpreting artworks

Drawing for different purposes and needs

Manipulating drawings

Manipulating photographs

2D into 3D

Documenting the creative journey

This teacher-led unit introduces key principles and four assessment objectives through various drawing activities in the studio and on-site. Pupils will explore diverse sources, inspired by themes from a museum or site visit.

Foundation workshops: selecting primary sources and recording observations

noticing details to gain information or understanding

a source of inspiration or reference that sparks ideas for artwork

how you see something and the technique for creating depth in art

components like line, shape, tone, colour, and texture used in art

Match these terms with the correct definition.

Discovering the qualities of materials through trial and error.

Copying the exact style of famous artists.

Experimenting with new techniques to create unexpected results.

Following strict rules and guidelines without change.

Playful exploratory ways of artists working could include:

Fill the gap: Traditionally, perspective refers to the technique of creating the illusion of depth and space by making objects {{}} as they get farther away.

Looking at an object, person, or scene in front of them

Sketching, drawing, modelling or painting what they see

Which of the following are common ways artists record from observation?

Perspective in art refers to the technique used to show depth and distance

Perspective is only used in drawing and has no connection to opinion

Perspective in art is about how we view the world and interpret what we see

Perspective is a way of measuring how far away objects are from each other

Perspective can refer to both an artistic technique and a way of thinking. Which of the following statements best describes these meanings?

Regular {{}} helps artists understand their choices.

Recording from observation and first-hand sources

Lesson outcome