Art - Fine Art

Edexcel 1FAO Mr David Heath

Is this the right subject for me?

It's important that you enjoy art and have an interest in historical and contemporary art and artists. You will learn how to use a wide range of art materials, processes and techniques to develop your skills in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking and mixed-media.

What will I learn?

You will produce a portfolio of work by completing a wide range of activities and assignments based on two projects: Drawing and Personal Development (past paper leading to mock exam).

Throughout the course you will:

● develop and explore ideas ● select and experiment with appropriate media, materials, techniques and processes ● record your ideas, observations and insights ● present personal and meaningful responses ● learn about artists and visit art galleries

GCSE Art and Design is a broad and flexible course. You are encouraged to develop your individual strengths and interests, within a supportive and inspiring teaching and learning environment.

What does the course involve? Component 1: Personal Portfolio

This component is worth 60% of your GCSE. You will complete a drawing project and a mock exam project, based on a past exam paper. This portfolio of work will include preparatory studies and 2-3 final outcomes.

Component 2: Externally Set Assignment (Exam)

This component is worth 40% of your GCSE. You will receive your exam paper in January in Year 11, and produce exam preparatory work in preparation for your 10 hour timed test in May, when you will complete a final outcome.

What were the GCSE results like last year?

Last year 18% of the cohort achieved a grade 9, 64% achieved grades 9-7 and 100% achieved grades 9-5