Students will experiment with a wide range of materials, media and processed which they will be encouraged to evaluate to select the most effective. They will also explore diverse themes under the title of 'Discarded' where they will be encouraged to develop their own individual concept and approaches.
Written feedback will also be provided by peers and teaching staff where appropriate to support progress and reporting.
Work will be assessed against the 4 AQA assessment objectives resulting in a grade from A*-E
Refers to the way paint is applied in a painting, describing texture of the paint surface applied with a brush
Art that is made by assembling disparate elements which are often scavenged by the artist, or sometimes bought specially.
The term ‘Unit of Work’ has been replaced by the term ‘Component’. Component 1: Portfolio; Component 2: Externally set assignment.
The arrangement of elements within a work of art.
The setting for an event, statement, or idea
The process or technique of laying on paint or pigment thickly so that it stands out from a surface.
Can refer to both to the type of art (painting, sculpture, printmaking) as well as the materials an artwork is made from.
A term used to describe artworks composed from a combination of different media or materials.
An assembly of images that relate to each other in some way to create a single work or part of a work of art.
Another name for a composite image, which is made by combining pictures from different sources into a single image.
Sources can include such references as the work of artists, craftspeople, designers and/or makers, the built environment, the natural world, objects and/or artefacts
Using appropriate specialist vocabulary, written annotation should supplement visual material and could support the student’s evidencing of ideas development, observations, reflections, evaluations and personal intentions.
Through the individual approach to the areas and ideas explored, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics linking to society, culture, consumerism, the environment, what makes us human and what makes them who they are. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them. They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them. Being able to express themselves & their ideas through their art, gives them the opportunity to have a personal opinion and express this.
Students learn to discuss, share and express their ideas and opinions in considered and respectful ways. Student gain a deeper understanding of the world and people around them.
Students will experiment with a wide range of materials, media and processed which they will be encouraged to evaluate to select the most effective. They will also explore diverse themes under the title of 'Discarded' where they will be encouraged to develop their own individual concept and approaches.
During this term, students will work independently to create an outcome showcasing the best materials, techniques, imagery and concepts explored so far in the course.
Written feedback will also be provided by peers and teaching staff where appropriate to support progress and reporting.
Work will be assessed against the 4 AQA assessment objectives resulting in a grade from A*-E.
An art form in which the underlying idea or concept and the process by which it is achieved are more important than any tangible product.
The arrangement of elements within a work of art.
The setting for an event, statement, or idea
A term used to describe artworks composed from a combination of different media or materials.
Sources can include such references as the work of artists, craftspeople, designers and/or makers, the built environment, the natural world, objects and/or artefacts,
Using appropriate specialist vocabulary, written annotation should supplement visual material and could support the student’s evidencing of ideas development, observations, reflections, evaluations and personal intentions.
Visually showing an idea for a piece of artwork, usually drawn out with some annotation.
Trialling and reviewing compositions, ideas, materials and colours to work towards a successful completed outcome.
Pieces of artwork created in response to sources, imagery and experimentation, usually outside of a sketchbook on a scale larger than A3. These could be 2D, 3D or digital.
Trial, test be inventive with.
Through the individual approach to the areas and ideas explored, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics linking to society, culture, consumerism, the environment, what makes us human and what makes them who they are. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them. They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them. Being able to express themselves & their ideas through their art, gives them the opportunity to have a personal opinion and express this.
Students learn to discuss, share and express their ideas and opinions in considered and respectful ways. Student gain a deeper understanding of the world and people around them.
Through the choice of themes, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of areas and make a personal decision about which are of study they would like to make artwork about. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them.
They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them.
Written feedback will also be provided by peers and teaching staff where appropriate to support progress and reporting.
Work will be assessed against the 4 AQA assessment objectives resulting in a grade from A*-E.
First thoughts on a theme or project title which you explore through writing, drawing, photography etc.
Your own photography and drawings from direct observation
Internet, books, magazines etc
An art form in which the underlying idea or concept and the process by which it is achieved are more important than any tangible product.
The arrangement of elements within a work of art.
The setting for an event, statement, or idea
Sources can include such references as the work of artists, craftspeople, designers and/or makers, the built environment, the natural world, objects and/or artefacts
Using appropriate specialist vocabulary, written annotation should supplement visual material and could support the student’s evidencing of ideas development, observations, reflections, evaluations and personal intentions.
Trialling and reviewing compositions, ideas, materials and colours to work towards a successful completed outcome.
Trial, test be inventive with.
Through the individual approach to the areas and ideas explored, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics linking to society, culture, consumerism, the environment, what makes us human and what makes them who they are. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them. They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them. Being able to express themselves & their ideas through their art, gives them the opportunity to have a personal opinion and express this.
Students learn to discuss, share and express their ideas and opinions in considered and respectful ways. Student gain a deeper understanding of the world and people around them.
Through the choice of themes, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of areas and make a personal decision about which are of study they would like to make artwork about. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them.
They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them.
Written feedback will also be provided by peers and teaching staff where appropriate to support progress and reporting.
Work will be assessed against the 4 AQA assessment objectives resulting in a grade from A*-E.
The space around an object rather than the object itself.
The arrangement of elements within a work of art.
The setting for an event, statement, or idea
A term used to describe artworks composed from a combination of different media or materials.
Sources can include such references as the work of artists, craftspeople, designers and/or makers, the built environment, the natural world, objects and/or artefacts, as well as performance, music, text, the moving image, customs, traditions and issues.
Using appropriate specialist vocabulary, written annotation should supplement visual material and could support the student’s evidencing of ideas development, observations, reflections, evaluations and personal intentions
Visually showing an idea for a piece of artwork, usually drawn out with some annotation.
Trialling and reviewing compositions, ideas, materials and colours to work towards a successful completed outcome.
Pieces of artwork created in response to sources, imagery and experimentation, usually outside of a sketchbook on a scale larger than A3. These could be 2D, 3D or digital.
Through the individual approach to the areas and ideas explored, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics linking to society, culture, consumerism, the environment, what makes us human and what makes them who they are. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them. They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them. Being able to express themselves & their ideas through their art, gives them the opportunity to have a personal opinion and express this.
Students learn to discuss, share and express their ideas and opinions in considered and respectful ways. Student gain a deeper understanding of the world and people around them.
Through the choice of themes, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of areas and make a personal decision about which are of study they would like to make artwork about. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them.
They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them.
During this term, they will design and create an outcome. This will be created in exam conditions for a duration of 15 hours.
Written feedback will also be provided by peers and teaching staff where appropriate to support progress and reporting.
Work will be assessed against the 4 AQA assessment objectives resulting in a grade from A*-E.
an idea for a piece of creative work which is shown visually, usually through a drawing.
Sources can include such references as the work of artists, craftspeople, designers and/or makers, the built environment, the natural world, objects and/or artefacts, as well as performance, music, text, the moving image, customs, traditions and issues.
An art form in which the underlying idea or concept and the process by which it is achieved are more important than any tangible product.
The setting for an event, statement, or idea.
Trialing and reviewing compositions, ideas, materials and colours to work towards a successful completed outcome.
Pieces of artwork created in response to sources, imagery and experimentation, usually outside of a sketchbook on a scale larger than A3. These could be 2D, 3D or digital
Can refer to both to the type of art (painting, sculpture, printmaking) as well as the materials an artwork is made from.
The arrangement of elements within a work of art.
Formerly known as ‘Externally Set Task’. Students must select one starting point from the externally set assignment paper associated with their chosen title, evidencing coverage of all four assessment objectives.
Effectively conveying thoughts or feelings. Where the process and style of creation is emphasised rather than the final product. Expression in art might be seen in bold colour, or gestural mark making.
Through the individual approach to the areas and ideas explored, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics linking to society, culture, consumerism, the environment, what makes us human and what makes them who they are. Students are encouraged to explore ideas and concepts of interest to them. They will discuss and share ideas; thus gaining a greater understanding of themselves as well as the people and the world around them. Being able to express themselves & their ideas through their art, gives them the opportunity to have a personal opinion and express this.
Students learn to discuss, share and express their ideas and opinions in considered and respectful ways. Student gain a deeper understanding of the world and people around them.