This Art and design video supports teachers in guiding learners through the initial stages of a sculptural project rooted in self-expression. The lesson introduces the concept of ‘self’ through artistic reflection, encouraging learners to explore personal memories and experiences as inspiration for three-dimensional work.
Subject: Art and design
Teacher video: Fiona Rae
This Art and design video supports teachers in guiding learners through an exploration of abstract painting inspired by contemporary artist Fiona Rae. The lesson focuses on developing visual literacy through discussion, interpretation and personal response.
Learner video: Painting skills
This Art and design video demonstrates an abstract painting activity inspired by the work of Fiona Rae. The activity encourages creative expression, thoughtful use of colour and experimentation with mood and shape.
Learner video: Painting techniques
This Art and design video demonstrates expressive painting techniques using tools like cotton buds and sponges. The activity encourages playful exploration, creative mark-making and confidence with materials.
Teacher video: Painting techniques
This Art and design video supports teachers as learners explore a variety of painting techniques to represent animals in imaginative ways. From stippling and pointillism to washes and textured paints, the video demonstrates how different methods can be used to create depth, texture, and mood.
Learner video: Animal art inspiration
This Art and design video demonstrates a drawing activity inspired by the imaginative animal artwork of Lisa Ericson. The activity encourages observation, creative thinking and storytelling through detailed imagery.
Learner video: Drawing for impact
This Art and design video demonstrates a street art activity where learners bring their planned ideas to life. The activity encourages bold mark-making, creative expression and confident use of materials.
Learner video: Planning street-art-inspired design
This Art and design video demonstrates a street art design activity that uses drawing to express a personal message. The activity encourages thoughtful planning, bold composition and creative use of perspective and visual features.
Teacher video: Supporting ideas
This Art and design video supports teachers in guiding learners as they plan their own street art designs. With an emphasis on independence and ownership, learners make decisions about composition, materials and techniques, considering their message and audience.