the area around, between, and within objects. It can be physical, like a room, or it can be visual

things that block, separate, or divide spaces, people, or ideas

means in between; it describes a space, time, or feeling that is on the threshold between two things

Inside and outside in Textiles

Art and design

Portraits and figures in textiles

Objects in Textiles

Natural forms in textiles

Landscapes in Textiles

Light and dark in textiles

Pupils can select or rotate through these units that feature diverse and inclusive artist references, consider application of their skill strengths and encourage critical thinking and personal connections.

Responding to themes and genres

A dividing line or object that blocks access

The arrangement of elements in an artwork

Textile artists use {{}} and techniques to create different effects and meanings.

How would you describe a textile artist’s style?

What could be a type of social activism explored through textiles?

What might the use of torn fabric in textile art often suggest?

Which of these materials might best suggest softness or vulnerability in a textile work?

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