Budehaven Community School

In Art, pupils explore visual, tactile and other sensory experiences to communicate ideas and meanings. They work with traditional and new media, developing confidence, competence, imagination and creativity. They learn to appreciate and value images and artefacts across times and cultures, and to understand the contexts in which they were made.

Pupils are encouraged to reflect critically on their own and that of others, judging quality, value and meaning. They learn to think and act as artists, craftspeople and designers, working creatively and intelligently. They develop an appreciation of art, craft and design, and its role in the creative and cultural industries that enrich their lives.

This specification provides students with a wide range of creative, exciting and stimulating opportunities to explore their interests in art and design in ways that are personally relevant and truly developmental in nature.

KS3
KS4
KS5 - Art
KS5 - Photography
Gallery
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At KS3 pupils will be exploring and experimenting with a range of media, in order to formulate a personalised visual language. Pupils will be researching and gaining greater insight into artists, photographers and craftsman.
This will allow pupils to appreciate the value of arts and crafts in today’s society and build closer connection to social, cultural and moral diversity.
Pupils will also be taught a range of methods to secure their skills in drawing from primary and secondary resources.

Year 7

Introduction to the formal elements such as line, shape, form, pattern and colour, to which pupils will be experimenting with a range of media, to refine their skills.
Pupils will also be learning about appropriate artists and craftsmen within this field of study.

Year 8

Introduction to portraiture and the build environment, to which pupils learn how to measure and to draw accurately from primary and secondary resources.
Pupils will also be learning about appropriate artists and craftsmen within this field of study.

Year 9

Introduction to the beauty of our local coastal environment, whilst also raising awareness to environmental issues, such as plastic pollution. Exploring a range of media and the value of upcycling.
Pupils will also be learning about appropriate artists and craftsmen within this field of study.

Assessment Objectives
Pupils must demonstrate their ability to:
- Habit 1- Composition
  To compose and construct a refined outcome.
- Habit 2 – Use of media
  Handling of a range of media skilfully and with purpose.
- Habit 3 – Artist research
  Analysis and annotation on artists and craftsmen, to build pupils’ conceptual and critical understanding of art.
- Habit 4- Observational drawing
  To create drawing from first hand resources and produce resolved and realistic studies.
Pupils will also sit a termly skills based test and two knowledge based tests, which will inform finer grading in line with performance at GCSE.
GCSE Art and Design

Exam Board - AQA
Specification Code - 8202

What will I learn?

GCSE in Art and Design builds on work done at Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 & 9).
We want you to develop an adventurous and enquiring approach to Art and Design, and develop the skills to explore your own thoughts and feelings.
You will develop an understanding of historical and contemporary art and be able to produce a personal response, exploring a range of ideas.
You will be supported to produce a well organised portfolio of work that will be made up of sketchbooks, photographs of work, mounted or framed 2D work and a range of 3D work.
The topics chosen will be varied and will depend on resources, and the nature of the group.

How will I learn?

You will be taught various techniques including:
- different ways to draw
- different ways to pain
- sculpting (construction) in various media
- how IT and photography can be used in art
You will be shown lots of examples of different art and design work (old, new and from different cultures) and you will carry out research and copy examples in order to develop your understanding and analytical skills.
In Year 10 & 11 these skills and techniques will be applied to larger, thematic projects, more in keeping with the requirements of the exam. You will work mainly in the art rooms, but also in other parts of the school and grounds, and in and around Bude.
You will be offered the chance to visit a local gallery, (Barnstaple, Bideford, St. Ives, Truro, Falmouth, Exeter or Plymouth have all been visited in the past).

How will I be assessed?

You will be continuously assessed throughout the course in order to help you improve your work.
During the Spring term in Year 11, pupils will select the strongest unit of work for assessment accompanied by other large responses and their final outcome. This is worth 60% of the final mark.
The remaining 40% is the Externally Set Assignment.
The exam paper is given out in February of Year 11.
You will have until April/May to develop the exam project and 10 hours (2 days in your art room) at the end to produce a final piece, or pieces, of work, in any size and media.

Assessment Objectives

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to:
- AO1 Develop their ideas through investigations informed by contextual and other sources demonstrating analytical and cultural understanding
- AO2 Refine their ideas through experimenting and selecting appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes
- AO3 Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to their intentions in visual and/or other forms
- AO4 Present a personal, informed and meaningful response demonstrating analytical and critical understanding, realising intentions and where appropriate, making connections between visual, written, oral or other elements
Course Structure
- Unit 1: Portfolio of Work 60%
  Containing the best extended project, final response and other finished pieces
- Unit 2: Externally Set Task 40%
  Exam paper given out beginning of February in Year 11. Pupils will have a practical 10 hour exam sat in May of that year
Our Expectations
- Attend all lessons
- Catch up with work missed
- Bring basic equipment to lessons
- The Art rooms are available at lunchtimes and Tuesdays or Thursdays after school
- Homework will be set regularly and be on Show my homework
- Visits to galleries can greatly enhance understanding, and should be encouraged
Topics

During the course, various topics will be explored, with the emphasis on improving and developing skills taught at Key Stage 3

Techniques and Media
- Drawing
- Painting
- Collage (2D and 3D)
- Printing (various)
- Clay work
- Other types of 3D construction
- Paper cutting
- Stencilling
- Tracing/projection
- Drawing pencils
- Colouring pencils
- Fine line pen
- Graphite sticks
- Water colours
- Ready mix paint
- Acrylic paint
- Inks/bleach
- Printing ink
- Felt pens
- Plaster bandage
- Plaster of Paris
- Clay
- Fabrics
- Oil pastels
- Chalk pastels
- Recycled junk
- Magazines Newspapers
- Photographs
  
  Web Links:
  https://www.studentartguide.com/articles/a-level-art-sketchbook
  http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/art/practicalities/analysingartistwork1.shtml
A Level Fine Art

Awarding Board: OCR
Specification Code: H601

Course Aims:

Art is a form of communication and expression – a visual language, which deals with the construction and interpretation of both personal and cultural meanings.
Attainment in Art is achieved through the creative development of process, production, reflection and evaluation – leading towards skills, knowledge and understanding.
The course has been devised to combine breadth and depth of study with the freedom of choice required to accommodate a range of abilities, material resources and teacher specialisms.
Students working to these specifications are encouraged to develop awareness of cultural heritage, cultural differences and personal preferences, and of relevant environmental considerations.
A level students can follow either a broad unendorsed course or a more specialised endorsed programme. Endorsements carry the same title as the individual Areas of Study, and are as follows:
- Fine Art
- Graphic Design
- Textiles
A Level components
3. Personal Investigation -60%
4. Controlled Assignment -40%

Learning Methods:

The course is designed to stimulate interest and enjoyment and contribute to your development as a thinking, responsible and visually literate individual.
Extensive opportunities are given to the student to develop his/her descriptive, interpretative and analytical skills whilst an emphasis is obviously placed on acquiring necessary subject-based skills and knowledge.
This course is suitable for people who are well motivated and committed to the Arts generally.
The subject is taught by two senior members of the department. On-going discussion about work projects and art based issues is an important method of immersing the students in thinking about all aspects of their own work, and the work of practising artists and craftspeople.
Career Opportunities:
There are opportunities in all areas of fine art, graphic design, 3D design, fashion, textiles, photography and architecture. The list is endless.

Entry Requirements:
Normal Sixth Form requirements. A grade 6 or above in Art is required. In exceptional cases students who have attained a grade 6 in Design Technology or Textiles will be admitted to the course or by interview and viewing of a student’s portfolio.

Assessment Objectives

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to:
- AO1 Develop ideas through sustained and focused investigations informed by contextual and other sources, demonstrating analytical and critical understanding.
- AO2 Explore and select appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes, reviewing and refining ideas as work develops.
- AO3 Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions, reflecting critically on work and progress.
- AO4 Present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and, where appropriate, makes connections between visual and other elements.
Course Structure

Unit 1: Personal investigation 60%

Containing a personal project, which explores a diverse range of media and appropriate artists/cultures. This culminating in a final response/responses. Practical work is underpinned by an illustrated essay of minimum 1000 words. It is a requirement of the related study that all source material and research are listed and acknowledged in a bibliography. Marks are also awarded for creative presentation of this essay. Evidence of independent research and visit to galleries can also be gathered and documented in the form of a research journal.

Unit 2: Externally Set Task 40%

Exam paper given out beginning of February in Year 13. Pupils will sit a 15 hour practical exam in May of that year.

Our Expectations
- Attend all lessons
- Catch up with work missed
- Bring basic equipment to lessons
- Pupils are encouraged to work in the classrooms throughout the day, after school and lunchtimes.
- Homework will be set regularly and be on Show my homework
- Visits to galleries are essential and inform their understanding, and practical work.
Topics

During the first year (y12), various topics will be explored, with the emphasis on improving and developing skills taught at Key Stage 4. The structure of this foundation year also implements new practice and defines expectations. During the second year (y13) students will refine their practice and produce a personal project, essay and research journal.

Techniques and media
- Drawing
- Painting
- Collage (2D and 3D)
- Printing (various)
- Clay work
- Other types of 3D construction
- Paper cutting
- Stencilling
- Tracing/projection
- Drawing pencils
- Colouring pencils
- Fine line pen
- Graphite sticks
- Water colours
- Ready mix paint
- Acrylic paint
- Inks/bleach
- Printing ink
- Felt pens
- Plaster bandage
- Plaster of Paris
- Clay
- Fabrics
- Oil pastels
- Chalk pastels
- Recycled junk
- Magazines Newspapers
- Photographs
Photography

Awarding Board: AQA
Specification Code:7206

Course Aims:

Students will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of photographic media, techniques and processes. They will be made aware of both traditional and new technologies. Students will explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of art, craft and design, from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples. This will be integral to the investigating and making processes. Students' responses to these examples will be shown through practical and critical activities that demonstrate their understanding of different styles, genres and traditions.

A Level components:
3. Personal Investigation -60%
4. Controlled Assignment -40%

Learning Methods:

The course is designed to stimulate interest and enjoyment and contribute to your development as a thinking, responsible and visually literate individual.
Extensive opportunities are given to the student to develop his/her descriptive, interpretative and analytical skills whilst an emphasis is obviously placed on acquiring necessary subject-based skills and knowledge. Students will use either PowerPoint or sketchbooks to present their work. A research journal will also be used to underpin their work where appropriate and house practical experiments. Students may wish to develop their drawing skills in order to produce storyboards, thumbnail sketches and/or diagrams, where appropriate. Annotation of contact sheets is essential. Students will use traditional methods and/or digital techniques to produce images.
Students will be aware of the four assessment objectives to be demonstrated in the context of the content and skills presented and of the importance of process as well as product.
This course is suitable for people who are well motivated and committed to Photography and the Arts generally.
The subject is taught by three senior members of the department. On-going discussion about work projects and Photographic based issues is an important method of immersing the students in thinking about all aspects of their own work, and the work of practising artists and craftspeople.

Career Opportunities:

There are opportunities in all areas of fine art, graphic design, 3D design, fashion, textiles, photography and architecture. The list is endless.

Entry Requirements:
Normal Sixth Form requirements. A grade 6 or above in Art is required. In exceptional cases students who have attained a grade 6 in Design Technology or Textiles will be admitted to the course or by interview and viewing of portfolio of work.

Assessment Objectives:

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to:
- AO1 Develop ideas through sustained and focused investigations informed by contextual and other sources, demonstrating analytical and critical understanding
- AO2 Explore and select appropriate resources, media, materials, techniques and processes, reviewing and refining ideas as work develops
- AO3 Record ideas, observations and insights relevant to intentions, reflecting critically on work and progress
- AO4 Present a personal and meaningful response that realises intentions and, where appropriate, makes connections between visual and other elements
Course Structure

Unit 1: Personal investigation 60%

Containing a personal project, which demonstrates a sustained development of appropriate photographic methods. This culminating in a final response/responses. Practical work is underpinned by an illustrated essay of minimum 1000 words. It is a requirement of the related study that all source material and research are listed and acknowledged in a bibliography. Marks are also awarded for creative presentation of this essay. Evidence of independent research and visit to galleries can also be gathered and documented in the form of a research journal.

Unit 2: Externally Set Task 40%

Exam paper given out beginning of February in Year 13. Pupils will sit a 15 hour practical exam in May of that year.
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