refers to the unique expression, style, and perspective an artist brings to their work

in art means having a unique quality or characteristic that sets an artwork or artist apart from others

in art refers to trying out new ideas, techniques, materials, or styles to see what works and what feels right

in art refer to the factors that shape and inspire an artist's creative choices, style, and overall artistic voice

The artistic voice

Art and design

Refining your artistic voice by experimenting with techniques and skills

The role of the sketchbook in developing your artistic voice

Responding to a theme

Creating and presenting an artist research page

Developing a distinctive idea

Planning a final piece

This unit introduces pupils to developing their own voice. They will learn about key components in shaping their artistic voice, including research, reflection and refining ideas. The unit takes them on a journey of discovery leading to planning a final piece.

Finding your artistic voice: an introduction to the creative process

using the same materials as everyone else

Which of the following can shape an artist’s voice?

experimentation with materials and techniques

Which of these most commonly helps to shape an artistic voice?

All artists make art about their internal and external influences.

Not all artists make art about their internal and external influences.

All artists make art about current affairs.

Not all artists make art shaped by their artistic voice.

Which of these is an obvious example of a type of visual art?

Which of these is a common reason artists create art?

What is a common element in most artworks?

the techniques and features that make their work recognisable

What do you think the word 'style' means in art?

the unique style or perspective of an artist in their work

the use of spoken word in performance art

What does the term 'artistic voice' mean?

Starter Quiz

What is usually the purpose of art?