Foundation workshops: selecting primary sources and recording observations
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Why this why now
This unit is useful for pupils as they move into GCSE or alternative courses, where they will encounter more complex and diverse ideas. Pupils will become more independent in their practice, chosing themes and processes inspired by their own interests and strengths. This unit encourages students to make their own creative decisions, find and create their resources. This empowers the students to judge critically both the quality and relevence of their chosen materials.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Working knowledge of the artistic elements including colour, line, pattern, 2D, 3D and virtual.
- Experience of discussing and responding to artworks.
- Basic knowledge of self-reflection and evaluation.
Threads
Why this why now
This unit is useful for pupils as they move into GCSE or alternative courses, where they will encounter more complex and diverse ideas. Pupils will become more independent in their practice, chosing themes and processes inspired by their own interests and strengths. This unit encourages students to make their own creative decisions, find and create their resources. This empowers the students to judge critically both the quality and relevence of their chosen materials.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Working knowledge of the artistic elements including colour, line, pattern, 2D, 3D and virtual.
- Experience of discussing and responding to artworks.
- Basic knowledge of self-reflection and evaluation.
Foundation workshops: selecting primary sources and recording observations
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.
9 lessons in unit
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