the materials, references, or inspirations that artists research for their work

the specific subject or content that the artwork focuses on

to react or engage with something, forming an interpretation or personal reaction based on it

Selecting inspirational visual source material

Art and design

Recording from observation and first-hand sources

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

The technique used to create the final artwork

The materials, references, or inspirations that artists research for their work

The tools an artist uses to create their artwork

The materials an artist uses to create their artwork

What does the word 'source' refer to in art?

The relative lightness or darkness of a colour

The process of sculpting three-dimensional forms

The techniques the artist uses to create the work

What is the correct definition of a theme?

The method or way an artist applies tools and materials to create art

The emotional message conveyed through the artwork

The time period or movement an artwork is associated with

The use of a specific colour palette in a painting

What is the definition of the word 'technique' in art?

straight, curved, jagged, smooth, hard, soft, light, dark, thick, thin

a design in which different elements are repeated

an element of art that is two-dimensional, or flat

how something feels or looks like it would feel if you touched it

Match these terms with the correct definition

The ability to memorise facts about art history

What does 'critical understanding' mean in art?

Fill the gap: Artists that inspire you do not have to be {{}} they can be local or have work that is shown in your community.

Selecting inspirational visual source material

Lesson outcome