Art and Design: Fine Art

Course summary

You will be introduced to a variety of experiences exploring a range of 2D and 3D media, techniques and processes. You will explore both traditional and contemporary ways of working. You will investigate and research the work of a range of artists and enhance your appreciation of the visual world. You will develop your creativity, imagination, analytical, experimental and recording skills. There is a strong emphasis on the development of ideas towards personal outcomes that show a strong visual and conceptual understanding. Lessons comprise of presentations, workshops, demonstrations, discussions, practical assignments, photo shoot/drawing trips and visits to exhibitions. You will also be expected to keep a work journal for each of the units in the form of sketchbooks. In these you will record evidence of the development of ideas including reference to the work of others. The work journal is also a vital tool in supporting and stimulating the artistic process and has a major role in the production and development of your art, offering a context for exploration and discovery. After A Level Art you will have a substantial portfolio to take to interviews for an Art Foundation course or to one of the many Art and Design degree programmes available. You could find employment in a number of arts-based and creative fields such as Gallery Curatorial work, Advertising, Graphic Design, Illustration, Games Design, Teaching/lecturing or you could work as a freelance artist/designer.