CO R E S U B J E C TS
Art
IS THIS THE RIGHT SUBJECT FOR ME?
W H AT W I L L I L E A R N ?
In order to understand our increasingly visual world, we need to have a basic working knowledge of the art and design practices, processes and skills involved in creating and interpreting images. If you are considering studying Art and Design you should have a commitment to, and love of, the subject and feel motivated to develop your visual skills in order to express your ideas. Ask a member of Year 11 whose GCSE course is reaching completion and she will tell you it is challenging and fun.
GCSE Art and Design covers a range of activities and in-depth assignments. How many different ways are there of approaching and solving a problem? You have the exciting prospect of discovering your own personal solution and the satisfaction of seeing your own progress and development. You will be able to explore your own strengths and preferences and build a portfolio of work. This specification explores drawing, painting, collage, mixed media, printmaking and three-dimensional work. The prime intention is to emphasise the importance of a wider understanding of the nature of art and design. You design the course within the broad outline of the syllabus. Lots of encouragement, help and constructive criticism will be given to you throughout the two years, and the atmosphere in the studios is friendly and informal.
This course is suitable for students who are: • keen to develop their visual skills; • creative, enthusiastic and imaginative; • able to sustain an investigation; • keen to visit galleries, museums, workshops and studios; • willing to experiment and take risks; • willing to review their progress and make improvements.
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