Art Wrapped: A Creative Introduction to GCSE Component 2

Photography Wrapped is a fun, modern, and engaging introduction to GCSE Component 2 (Art & Design).

Designed in the style of Spotify Wrapped, this resource helps students explore their personal interests, creative preferences, and visual inspirations before beginning their 10-hour exam project.

This pack guides students through a structured but exciting series of slides where they identify themes they love, explore new ideas, collect high-quality inspiration, analyse photographers, take their own photographs, and begin shaping potential final outcomes. It’s an ideal way to ease students into the exam process with confidence and enthusiasm.

What’s Included:

• Google Slides / PowerPoint template with a “Art Wrapped” design
• 8 fun, high-impact slides that introduce key Component 2 expectations
• Tasks covering:
• Theme exploration
• Inspiration boards
• Photo-taking tasks
• Editing challenges
• Artist research
• Visual analysis
• Final piece planning
• Clear prompts aligned with GCSE Assessment Objectives

Why Teachers Love It:

• Turns a daunting exam project into something accessible and exciting
• Perfect for January “exam launch” lessons
• Helps students generate genuine, personal ideas rather than last-minute themes
• Builds a strong foundation for AO1, AO2, and AO3
• Works for all exam boards and is ideal for Year 11 students

Why Students Love It:

• Familiar, fun visual style inspired by Spotify Wrapped
• Encourages self-expression and personal interests
• Gives them ownership of their exam project
• Makes research and planning feel modern, relevant, and enjoyable