Schools Programme 2012-13
ART FOR ALL LEARNING PROGRAMME
Watts Gallery houses the collection of George Frederic Watts OM RA (1817-1904), who was considered to be one of the greatest painters of the Victorian age. The original Arts & Crafts building, re-opened in June 2011 following major restoration, offers visitors a unique insight into the art, people and ideas of the 19th Century. The Gallery’s innovative and unique Art for All programme for schools, provides a rich seam of learning by using the Watts Gallery Collection and Watts Chapel to explore topics such as social history, creativity and artistic techniques. The Foyle Art for All Learning Studio Located next to Watts Gallery, the Foyle Art for All Learning Studio, offers a self-contained space in which to welcome school groups.
The workshop area is equipped with two potter’s wheels, a kiln, printing press, cloakroom, toilet facilities and outdoor seating. Watts Chapel The Watts Chapel, Compton is an Arts & Crafts Grade I listed building, designed by Mary Watts and built by the local community with her guidance. It is still owned by Compton Parish Council.
A VICTORIAN DAY AT WATTS GALLERY
A Watts Gallery interactive tour and costume workshop exploring the architecture, art, society, clothing and history of the Victorian era. The costume workshop allows the whole class to try on replica Victorian clothing inspired by the portraits painted by G.F. Watts. Students will be able to compare rich and poor, fashions and personal choice and experience the constraints of women’s clothing and undergarments. Students can direct the poses of their classmates and re-enact the paintings, taking photographs to print and take back to school. See session charges for further details In collaboration with Surrey Arts Wardrobe
5 hours
30
max
KS2
Day Summary 9.30: Arrival, Gallery visit 11.00: Break 11.15: Class divides into two groups Group 1: Costume Workshop Group 2: Explore and Draw Option 12.15: Lunch and Visitor Centre visit 13.00: Groups rotate activities 14.30: Return to school Choose one of two options 1. Explore and Draw: Watts Sculpture Gallery 2. Explore and Draw: Watts Chapel
EXPLORE AND DRAW VISITS
Explore and Draw: Led by an experienced artist, these sessions enable students to engage with the Watts Gallery collection and/ or Watts Chapel through an interactive tour and drawing activities. Students investigate artworks and their varied media through first-hand observation. Students explore how and why the art works were made, with an emphasis on stories, meanings and social history. Using the collection as a starting point and an inspiration, students will then create their own drawings, and be encouraged to develop and evaluate their own ideas.
3 hours
60
max
All Key Stages
Day Summary 10.30: Arrival - class divides in to two groups 10.30-11.30: Group 1: Explore and Draw: Watts Chapel Group 2: Explore and Draw: Watts Gallery 11.30-11.45: Break 11.45-12.45: Groups rotate activities 14.00: Return to school See session charges for further details
PRACTICAL ART WORKSHOPS
Choose either the Watts Gallery or Watts Chapel Explore and Draw and add a practical workshop from the list below. Clay workshops All workshops are based upon the pottery created by Mary Watts and villagers from Compton. Terracota tiles Make a decorative tile for indoor or outdoor display (please specify which at point of booking). Terracotta plant tags and wind chimes Create ornaments for an indoor or outdoor garden.
3 hours
30
max
All Key Stages
Terracotta coil pots and press moulding Make your own pot or our decorative moulds to make your own clay artwork. Sculpture maquettes Create an angel inspired by the Watts Chapel. Portraiture Using the work of G.F. Watts as an inspiration, develop a portrait and self portrait. Compare and discuss your work with your group.
OUTREACH, TALKS AND SELF-LED VISITS
Artist-led Visits All sessions can be delivered as outreach in schools using visual resources including PowerPoint. Sessions can be tailor-made for your school and longer running projects can be arranged. Teachers’ events There will be a FREE teachers’ evening where staff can support you to plan your visit each term. Check the website for more information email schools@wattsgallery.org.uk to join our e-list.
Artist-led Continued Professional Development Artist-led CPD can be booked to support the Art and Design curriculum at Watts Gallery or in your school. Content can be tailored to suit your needs. Self-led visits to Watts Gallery and Chapel There is an administration charge of £30 per booking and a maximum of 30 children per booking. Teaching and supporting staff visit free of charge. Use the teachers resources at www.wattsgallery.org.uk/learning to plan your own visit.
Cert no. SA-COC-001885
SESSION OVERVIEW AND CHARGES
Session Name
Group Sizes
Minimum cost/ Cost per child
Explore and Draw: Watts Gallery OR Watts Chapel
Up to 15 Up to 30 Up to 45 Up to 60
£50 / £4 per child £100 / £4 per child £150 / £4 per child £200 / £4 per child
Explore and Draw: Watts Gallery AND Watts Chapel
Up to 15 Up to 30 Up to 45 Up to 60
£60 / £5 per child £120/ £5 per child £180 / £5 per child £240 / £5 per child
Explore and Draw: Including practical art workshop
Up to 15 Up to 30
£75 / £5.50 per child £150 / £5.50 per child
Victorians Day
Up to 15 Up to 30
£96 / £8 per child £190 / £8 per child
Self-led Tours
Up to 30
£30 booking fee
Outreach
Half Day Full Day
Approx. £100 for up to three hours for one artist educator
Artist-led Continued Professional Development
Up to 15
Approx. £100 for up to three hours for one artist educator
Teachers’ Events and Resources
FREE
BOOKING INFORMATION
School Booking Line 01483 813 587 or schools@wattsgallery.org.uk Down Lane, Compton, Surrey GU3 1DQ www.wattsgallery.org.uk/learning All visits (including self-guided visits), talks and workshops need to be booked at least three weeks in advance. Charges All prices exclude VAT. See individual workshops for costs per child and maximum group sizes. Sessions can be tailor-made to suit your needs and will be priced accordingly. Teacher’s Events are FREE. Accessibility We want all of our visitors to feel welcome, please contact us in advance if your require
any special assistance. For full details of facilities go to www.wattsgallery.org.uk This leaflet is available in alternative formats. Parking Coaches must approach Watts Gallery from the north and drop off groups outside the Gallery, waiting is not permitted. Mini buses must park in the designated parking bays at the gallery - please book in advance. Visitor Centre and Lunch Room Groups are welcome to visit the Visitor Centre during their stay and can pre-book the Lunch Room for eating packed lunches. Pre-visits We advise teachers to visit the Gallery and Chapel in advance and look at the free online resources.