Art and Design

Course summary

The subject provides opportunities for students to become visually and aesthetically literate. It allows you to be expressive in an imaginative and creative way, encouraging independence and building your self confidence. You will be able to perceive, react, talk, analyse, judge and value Art. You will have an opportunity to explore a variety of mediums from paintings, photography to sculpture. In order to succeed at this level, students need a very high standard of skill in a variety of mediums and disciplines as well as an ability to analyse and research. There is a strong emphasis on realistic drawing in the new specs. A Level Year 12 In Year 12, we give you an opportunity to explore and build your confidence in a variety of mediums and techniques as a very high level. In the first two terms you will be working with drawing, painting, photography, video and sculpture. You will be given a theme to develop independently through exciting investigations and critical understanding. In term 3, you will begin working on your Personal Study (Unit 1 of Year 13). This will allow you to: Trips and visits: Visiting Art galleries and museums are an integral part of the course. The students will regularly visit galleries in London, which enhances their knowledge of artworks and helping them to develop their own creativity and styles. A trip abroad is also available alternate years. Lectures: Partnerships with the Saatchi Gallery, Tate Britain / Modern, National Portrait Gallery and V&A will encourage students to attend lectures by practising artists and art historians. Camden Arts Centre: Weekend workshops and portfolio preparation courses. Become a member of the Youth Collective and work with other young people to create interesting and independent artwork. Workshops and work experience: Summer and Easter workshops will be available at either The Tate Gallery, The Saatchi Gallery or National Portrait Gallery.