Art and Design (Fine Art)

Course summary

Fine Art at A Level is a subject that recognises that individuals need to be able to express their creativity & develop a range of problem solving skills in practical situations. The course is designed to develop personal responses to observations, experiences, environments and cultures, celebrating their individuality and strengths. It encourages personal learning through enquiry into Art and Design and enjoyment of its application in the real world, along with the acquisition of lifelong learning and thinking skills. This is done through careful guidance and individual target setting. We have devised and developed specialist workshops in printmaking, photography, oil-painting and ceramics. Students will be expected to put up their own exhibitions at the end of Year 1 & 2 in the gallery space in preparation for marking. From these workshops and individual interests students then develop a personal investigation and portfolio which really expresses their own individuality and response.