A creative project for those exploring Day of the Dead.

This resource encourages an alternative approach to homework which is engaging and creative. The task requires students to think in the mindset of a famous artist and design a three dimensional bedroom in their style. The powerpoint shows visual examples of a number of different bedroom designs from Banksy to Hockney with iconic furnishings and bedroom decor in the style of their artwork. A homework marking sheet is also attached for quick convenience in assessing the homework submission. Could also work as a class task.

A powerpoint resource explaining the process of 'felting'.

This resource has been the most successful Christmas activity used across the school. On the resource there are interesting and quirky drawing tasks to get the Christmas spirit alive and the creativity flowing. It can be made into a competition or just used for fun in lessons as we head up to Christmas.

A resource to support students who are selecting an independent project. This powerpoint introduces sub categories centered around the theme of 'Altered Nature'. The guide inspires pupils with interesting and exciting artists and has worked successfully in 2 departments who have needed a revamp in pupil interest. I have used this SOW as the main coursework project (unit 1 60%) for GCSE Art.

This resource provides a structured guide on how pupils can assess the work of others and encourage reflection upon their own work. There is also a short powerpoint to accompany the worksheet to ensure students know what they should 'critique' about the work.

A resource demonstrating how to draw graffiti lettering step by step and how to apply a watercolour gradient.

A PowerPoint resource and follow-along worksheet looking at 1 point perspective using graffiti lettering. The resource includes an artist link to Banksy and discussion points around his work. The PowerPoint also includes a step by step exemplar drawing guide and an appropriate structure and format worksheet to allow students to easily follow.

This resource is an ideal lesson/ activity for the holiday season, looking at the animation and illustration behind the snowman and snow dog. Students are then introduced to the snowdog trails, an event in which the snow dog design is recreated by artists around the country. Students can then use the snowdog template attached to design their own snowdog illustration. Why not make it into a competition too!

A newsletter template to help students grasp an understanding of careers out in the big wide world. Use to promote to students and keep them updated on the career industry.

Assessment objective interim marking - great for project assessment - simply highlight areas of strength and areas to improve for a quick feedback

An interesting resource to get students thinking about the components of a successful advertisement (AIDCA). Pupils will be required to analyse and evaluate this concept against some powerful WWF media resources and will then research around the charity and campaigns. Students are given an artist link in which they can recreate an origami endangered animal in the style of Murray (all resources and banknote template paper included).

A PowerPoint explaining the purpose of studying graphics and the exciting careers which it can lead to. The resource includes an introduction in to the formal elements and the purpose of its use in design.

After a lot of research and networking around this issue as well as attending the latest AQA CPD on Assessment. I have devised a marking matrix which will help you to assess students against the latest 9-1 grade boundaries. Due to OFQUAL not releasing any grade boundaries, this is only a guide summarised by converting last years grade boundaries against the old letter grade systems and analysing it against the new assessment criteria and marking format.

This resource is perfect for all students who need guidance on how to annotate their work. It provides everything a student could need to help improve their annotation and writing skills. A must have resource for the classroom.

This resource allows students to develop their drawing skills by sketching through a grid method. Pupils are encouraged to apply tone by experimenting with different pencil pressures. The resource includes a starter task to allow pupils to practise their tone by replicating a tonal bar.

A perfect resource for PSHE to encourage students to reflect on them selves and their emotional wellbeing.

A powerpoint to help recruit the right students for your GCSE Art and Design course. Adaptable if necessary.

Get students engaged in this current resource looking at the characteristics of design through animation and illustration. Students are set the task to design a monster profile based upon the Fortnite characters.