Key stage 3

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The Art curriculum at KS3 is based upon the learning of skills via the formal elements. Projects themes are interleaved to allow the development, consolidation and extension of skills alongside the teaching of 20thC and contemporary artists, craftspeople and designers. In year 7 we begin by teaching colour theory and mark-making in colour with a focus on British values and identity through the work of David Hockney. Moving onto the Hundertwasser project, consolidating knowledge on colour theory and introducing 3D relief construction skills by looking at architecture and Eco design. Then finally, the Insect project that consolidates knowledge of drawing and mark making and extends 3D skills creating a fully 3D insect from wire with a focus on the contemporary artist Rosalind Monks. 

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In year 8 we begin by revisiting colour theory and 3D construction skills through the ‘Day of the dead project’. This project introduces students to world cultural identities. Moving on to the Bold design project with a focus on British female artists consolidating and extending understanding of colour theory and British design and lettering. Then finally, the ‘Portrait project’ that consolidates and extends their drawing and mark-making skills, understanding of proportion and scale with a focus on Van Gogh and Freida Kahlo extending students understanding of identity through portraiture and symbolism.  

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In year 9 the main focus throughout this year is Pop Art. We begin with the Oldenburg cake project, extending students 3D construction skills with a focus on fast/ junk food and consumerism. Moving on to Lichtenstein portraits with a focus on comic strips, bold colour, pattern and outlines. This project also touches upon the portrayal and roles of females in the 50’s/60’s societies and how this has changed and revisits British values and the emerging cultural and youth identities drawing parallels with current issues.