Art and Design (Fine Art)

Course summary

Students are required to produce two coursework units and an exam unit over the two years. Candidates will develop a coursework portfolio based on given themes, such as ‘Inside Outside’, and ‘Structures’. The course requires students to work in sketchbooks, researching and developing ideas, toward a final outcome. All units of work will include looking at the work of other artists and designers, supported by visits to galleries and museums. Teaching is directed at the needs, strengths, and interests of the individual student. All units of work are tailored to allow the individual to explore original and creative solutions in any or several of the following techniques: printmaking, sculpture, photography and ICT, painting and drawing, mixed media, and collage relief techniques. why study this subject? Art enhances fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving skills, lateral thinking, complex analysis, and critical thinking skills. No matter what career you choose, those who can arrange, present, and display material in a way that is aesthetically pleasing have an advantage. Art makes us look at things anew, appreciate beauty, and embrace diversity; it broadens our cultural horizons and develops our personal resources. Communicating with color shape and form awakens the imagination, sharpens our senses, and expresses our identity. If you love making art, you’ll miss it when it’s gone. If you do choose to study A Level Art, it is likely to be your favorite class of the day