Selecting inspirational visual source material
I can respond to different sources and share my ideas to identify themes and connections.
- Year 10
Selecting inspirational visual source material
I can respond to different sources and share my ideas to identify themes and connections.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Sources in art can be found in multiple places.
- A variety of sources such as art pieces, photographs, or patterns can inspire artists in different ways.
- Artists use different methods to map thoughts and concepts visually, aiding the development of themes and projects.
- We can document in different ways when responding to sources.
Keywords
Source - the materials, references, or inspirations that artists research for their work
Theme - the specific subject or content that the artwork focuses on
Respond - to react or engage with something, forming an interpretation or personal reaction based on it
Common misconception
Artists always have a fixed idea before they start their work.
Many artists gather inspiration as they go. Collecting a wide range of visual sources lets ideas evolve naturally rather than sticking to a single idea.
Equipment
Access to computers or digital devices for research (optional), sticky notes (optional) pens and paper (optional)
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the word 'source' refer to in art?
Q2.What is the correct definition of a theme?
Q3.What is the definition of the word 'technique' in art?
Q4.Match these terms with the correct definition
