the purpose or message behind a design; what the artist wants to communicate

the impact that a designer or movement has on a creative work

the specific stylistic choices (colours, shapes, layout) used by a designer or artist

the process of repeatedly refining and improving a design idea through drafts or versions

Final graphic design piece

Art and design

Developing your graphic design style

Finding your design style.

Using a graphic design sketchbook in experimental ways

Designing in response to a specific theme

Showcasing a designer research page

Cultivating a unique design concept

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

The purpose of a designer {{}} page is to explore and analyse a designer's style.

To make work more personal and meaningful

Why is it helpful to explore your own interests in art and design?

Being inspired and borrowing stylistic elements

What does “influence” mean in creative work?

Why is feedback useful in graphic design?

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.

Final graphic design piece

Lesson outcome

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.