What a find...

Check out this visual resource online. It's great for art, textiles, graphics and product.

A large collection of images related to a range of themes from design history, vintage fashion, typography and much more. www.vads.ac.uk

words of wisdom

Hope you are all getting out and about to gather primary sources.
There are some amazing exhibitions on at the moment, certainly worth checking out.
Don't forget check out the websites to gather extra information.
Saatchi online and Young Tate are great starting points!
Use the links on here to direct you.....

Looking forward to seeing what you have done and getting motivated for the final run up to your exam....

Go team Go :)

Happy New Year!!!

Welcome back to a new term.

This term will bring exciting new modules for KS3 and important exam preparation for GCSE and AS/A levels for Art and Product Design.

This week (4th Jan) there are GCSE mock exams (controlled assessment). We hope the year 11's are prepared! Please note there will be room changes to look out for!

Coursework deadline for GCSE and AS/A level Art, Textiles & Graphics is FEBRUARY 1ST. Final pieces and sketchbooks must be complete for hand in. We will start marking from this time.

Exam themes will be issued from this date. You will need to buy new sketchbooks for exams and ensure they are labelled with candidate numbers. (ask teacher for appropriate label.)

Year 11s have an exciting trip planned in February which will go towards exam research.

AS/A level students should be looking into appropriate places to visit!!!

It will be a busy new year for us all. Let's ensure we all work together to get the results you really deserve.

PS. Don't forget to check back for updates, what's on and links to handy sites!

PPS. Big Brother is watching you!!!

Welcome Back

Hope you are all settling into your new timetables and enjoying the new art department- pretty awesome ay!!

Look out for news of upcoming events, catch up sessions, competitions etc that will be happening during the year.

Also look out for your art work that will be selected and displayed in and around the department soon!

Feeling Crafty this term? Then check out the latest show at the Visual Arts Centre, 'Craft Counts'. The Arts centre is also running a number of workshops during Oct half term so if you fancy trying a hand at some new exciting skills. Check it out!!

Congratulations!!

*Well done to all our students that have worked so hard this year and reaped the rewards on results day! So big pats on backs and a round of applause.

Both GCSE and AS/A Levels were successful meaning they get their 6th Form/College or Uni placements and can look forward to the new and exciting experiences that await them!

To all of you; Good Luck, stay safe and keep us updated!!

:)

If you are looking for inspiration and want to look at whats new and fresh in the creative realm then you should check out this graduate show 'New Designers.' The show covers different deisgn disciplines including illustration, product deisgn, graphics, fashion, textiles.

The show that offers the chance to discover, or be discovered, is back with another crop of new graduates. Their enthusiasm is contagious so a visit is always inspiring.
Part 1: 1-4 July, Textiles, Fashion & Accessories.
Part 2: 8 - 11 July Product & furniture design, graphics and illustration.
Check it out at the Business Design Centre, London, N1,
From 11 May save over 25%, quote 'ND53' when booking tickets, discounted ticket £10, onsite ticket £14, call T: 08448 480 140
www.newdesigners.com

Get out and about at Easter

Stuck for things to do over Easter?

Worried about your exams?

Needing to get inspiration and primary research?

Why not check out the events happening at the galleries and museums over the holiday. Check out the weblinks from this page or visit http://www.timeout.com/london to see what other cool things are happening.

Have fun!!!!

V&A introduces QUILTS 1700-2010

An exciting and inspiring exhibition exploring over 300 years of British Quilting history.

Examine the designs, techniques and uncover the stories.

Artists include: Tracy Emin, Jo Budd and Grayson Perry.

* Recommend

Local exhibition

Check out new exhibition by artist,

Denise Hickey. (19th Mar - 2nd April)

Her new exhibition consists of objects made from textiles and explores the theme of domesticity, community and environments.

Visit Visual Arts Centre, Romford.

For more details check the noticeboard in the Art Dept.

http://www.denisehickeyart.blogspot.com