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Get fully prepped for the June 2025 Art & Design Externally Set Assignment (ESA) with this all-in-one resource pack. For just £20, you’ll have everything you need to help students smash their exam prep and final outcome. Fully customisable and packed with all the tools and inspiration to make teaching this years theme easy! What’s Inside: Complete ESA Breakdown A clear and detailed guide to the 2025 theme, “Gathering”, with creative prompts for both Fine Art and Photography students. Step-by-step project plans to help you develop, refine, and present your ideas with confidence Artist & Photographer Inspiration Explore an amazing collection of artists and photographers like Andy Warhol and Spencer Tunick. Packed with ideas to help you connect their work to your theme and make your project stand out Easy-to-Use AO Checklists Simple, student-friendly checklists for hitting top marks in AO1 to AO4. Tips for everything from developing ideas to presenting a meaningful final piece​ Why This Pack? Save Time: No need to start from scratch – everything’s ready to go and easy to tweak. Maximise Marks: Designed to help your students meet all the criteria and push for those top grades. Affordable & Effective: All the resources you need for less than the price of a takeaway!

Struggling to help students write about art? Whether you’re teaching IB Visual Arts 2025 onwards (HL & SL), A-Level Art, or GCSE Art, this comprehensive guide will transform how students analyse, describe, and evaluate artwork. This newly updated edition of a tried-and-tested resource has been enhanced with AI support, clearer student examples, and structured writing models to align with the new IB Visual Arts curriculum, GCSE assessment objectives, and A-Level art analysis requirements. I’m currently reviewing and updating all my IB Visual Arts resources to reflect the new course structure, so watch this space for more guides, lessons, and schemes of work coming soon! Perfect for: IB Visual Arts students needing structured support for the HL Artist Study A-Level Art students refining their written analysis for coursework and exams GCSE Art students improving their annotation and critical analysis for sketchbooks Art teachers looking for a ready-made guide to help students write effectively about art What’s inside? How to analyse and describe artwork using the seven formal elements (composition, line, colour, space, texture, and more) Sentence starters and writing frameworks to structure strong art analysis Step-by-step breakdowns of GCSE, A-Level & IB writing requirements Annotated student examples demonstrating successful responses Expanded art vocabulary lists for structure, colour, mood, tone, and style Real-world artist examples linked to IB and A-Level assessment objectives How to reference sources correctly and avoid plagiarism in art writing This is an essential guide that will serve as the central point of writing in my IB Art classroom—a tool that makes art analysis accessible, engaging, and meaningful. Download now and give your students the tools to write confidently about art—whether they’re preparing for IB Visual Arts coursework, an A-Level Art essay, or GCSE Art sketchbook annotations!

This introductory unit to GCSE Photography offers a comprehensive, engaging start for Year 10 students. Spanning the first three weeks of the course, it introduces key concepts, outlines assessment methods, and immerses students in practical tasks, including the exciting ‘Photo Safari’ project. Key Features: Clear Course Breakdown: Students explore the structure of GCSE Photography, understanding how both their coursework (60%) and externally set task (40%) will be assessed. Interactive Learning: The Photo Safari project encourages students to capture images inspired by a guided brief, fostering creativity while honing compositional skills. Assessment Tools: Students learn to produce evidence for their work through annotated contact sheets and reflective notes, all presented creatively in a sketchbook. Practical Skills Development: The unit includes step-by-step guides on how to evaluate, critique, and improve photography, with detailed instructions on creating contact sheets using Adobe Photoshop. Perfect for GCSE teachers looking to set the foundation for their students’ success, this unit blends technical skills with artistic exploration. Complete with engaging tasks and structured outcomes, it sets students up for a successful journey through GCSE Photography.

The Year 7 unit titled “Material Things” focuses on developing students’ drawing skills, particularly in observing and depicting texture. Through a combination of photography, drawing, and visual analysis, students explore the formal elements of art such as texture, tone, and line, using fabric as a central subject matter. Key Objectives: Exploring Texture: Students will be introduced to different types of texture, both actual and implied. They will study examples from artists like Leonardo Da Vinci, exploring how folds in fabric are represented in art across different time periods. Photography Techniques: As part of their learning process, students will take primary source photographs of fabric, experimenting with scrunching, folding, and layering to capture interesting textures that will later be used for drawing. Drawing from Observation: The unit emphasizes careful observation of texture, form, and tone. Over several lessons, students will create large A3 observational drawings from their photographs, using pencil to capture the intricate details of the fabric. Developing Technique: Students will practice using varying pressures with their pencils to create depth and tone in their drawings, filling the entire page to encourage dynamic and immersive compositions. Extensions are available for students to continue working on their drawings at home to refine and improve their work. The project fosters an understanding of texture and the ability to translate visual elements into art through both photography and drawing, helping students build foundational skills in observation and representation.

This comprehensive art resource is designed for Year 7 students and explores Native American Indian art, focusing on totem poles and masks. The unit encourages creativity, collaboration, and cultural understanding through engaging, hands-on activities. What’s Included: Lesson Presentations: Lesson 1 & 2: Introduction to Native American Indian masks, focusing on visual analysis skills, including colour, form, and symbolism. Lesson 3: Exploration of totem poles and animal symbolism, with students choosing an animal for their sculpture. Lesson 4 & 5: Designing totem pole segments, considering the three-dimensional qualities of their chosen animal. Lesson 6-8: Constructing totem pole segments using foil, tape, and papier-mâché. Lesson 9 & 10: Painting totem pole segments using layering and dry brushing techniques to create texture and detail. Lesson 11: Assembling the class totem pole collaboratively and reflecting on the creative process. Worksheets and Handouts: Detailed guidance on analysing Native American Indian masks, including prompts for description, analysis, interpretation, and judgement. A handout on the symbolic meanings of animals to inform design choices for totem pole segments. Assessment Opportunities: Mid-year assessment task focusing on visual analysis of Native American Indian masks. Success criteria for all tasks (Working Towards, Meeting, Exceeding), enabling differentiated learning. Creative Outputs: Students produce a portfolio of work, including mask analyses, totem pole designs, and a collaborative sculpture. Key Features: Cultural Exploration: Engages students with Native American traditions, fostering appreciation for diverse artistic practices. Skill Development: Builds foundational skills in sculpture, painting, and visual analysis. Collaboration: Encourages teamwork through the creation of a class totem pole. Differentiated Learning: Includes clear success criteria and extension activities to challenge all abilities. Why Use This Resource? Aligns with Key Stage 3 Art & Design curriculum. Integrates history and cultural studies into art lessons. Encourages creativity and critical thinking. Easily adaptable for higher year groups or GCSE preparation. Bring Native American art and culture to life in your classroom with this engaging and educational resource pack!

Year 6 Transition Art: Life Below Water Badge Design Activity This creative resource is perfect for Year 6 transition days or environmental awareness activities. The session combines art with sustainability, encouraging students to explore the beauty of marine life while considering the challenges our oceans face. Key Features of the Resource: Theme: Focuses on “Life Below Water,” inspired by UN Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans. Educational Content: Highlights the importance of healthy oceans, covering topics like oxygen production, biodiversity, climate regulation, and the impacts of pollution, overfishing, and climate change. Engaging Activity: Students design their own marine-themed badges using simple materials like templates, felt-tip pens, and a badge-making machine. Clear Instructions: Step-by-step guidance ensures students can independently create vibrant, meaningful designs that celebrate and raise awareness about ocean conservation. Inspiration: Includes examples and prompts to help students visualise their ideas and bring their designs to life. Why Use This Resource? Suitable for transition days, art lessons, or environmental awareness events. Engages students with a hands-on creative activity. Promotes awareness of sustainability and marine conservation. Easy to adapt for different year groups or contexts. Bring environmental awareness and creativity together with this engaging art activity, perfect for inspiring young learners!

Unlock your students’ creativity with The Maker’s Studio (Art Making Starting Points) – a fully customisable resource designed to inspire independent exploration in A-level and IB Visual Arts. Perfect for students developing their own artistic voice, this pack includes 10 unique starting points that blend practical tips, artist links, and innovative challenges. What’s Inside: Dynamic Tasks: Engage students in diverse techniques, from abstract photography to map-based art. Artist Inspiration: Connect projects to renowned artists like Vivian Maier, Julie Mehretu, and Imran Qureshi. Practical Guidance: Step-by-step instructions for each task, encouraging skill-building and conceptual thinking. Why You’ll Love It: Ideal for both structured lessons and independent projects. Encourages experimentation, reflection, and personal expression. Seamlessly supports the IB and A-level Visual Arts criteria. Whether your students are creating miniature paintings or mapping personal memories, this resource provides the foundation to develop ambitious and meaningful artworks. Get your students started on their creative journey!

Teaching the new IB Visual Arts course for first assessment in 2027? Or supporting GCSE & A-Level Art & Design students with research and academic writing? This MLA 9th Edition Referencing Guide is an essential resource for ensuring students cite their sources correctly and avoid plagiarism. Why This Guide? Designed for the new IB Visual Arts curriculum, covering the Process Portfolio, Comparative Study & Exhibition Texts Ideal for GCSE & A-Level Art students who need clear, structured referencing support Step-by-step MLA referencing for artworks, books, journal articles, and online sources Guidance on captioning images correctly in sketchbooks and digital portfolios Common referencing mistakes explained, with solutions to ensure accuracy Academic integrity reminders, helping students avoid plagiarism and strengthen their research skills Who is this for? IB Visual Arts students preparing for the 2027 first assessment GCSE & A-Level Art & Design students learning how to reference correctly Teachers looking for a structured, student-friendly resource to support coursework and exam preparation Key Features: Essential for IB Extended Essays in Visual Arts Easy-to-follow format for independent study Supports all Art & Design students needing structured referencing guidance Instant download – print or share digitally with students. Only £4 – a must-have referencing guide for IB Visual Arts, GCSE & A-Level students. Get your copy today and help your students succeed with academic referencing in Art & Design.

Overview This resource distills the six core assignments of the new IB Visual Arts syllabus—3 at HL and 3 at SL—onto 6 separate pages, with one assignment per page. Each page clearly outlines the task requirements, submission expectations, and assessment criteria in a succinct, teacher- and student-friendly format. What’s Inside HL Art-Making Inquiries (EA Task 1) HL Artist Project (EA Task 2) HL Resolved Artworks (IA Task 3) SL Art-Making Inquiries (EA Task 1) SL Connections Study (EA Task 2) SL Resolved Artworks (IA Task 3) Why You’ll Love It One Assignment per Page: No more sifting through lengthy guides—each task is explained on a single, dedicated page. Accurate & Up-to-Date: Aligns with the first assessment year 2027, saving hours of research and cross-referencing. Student Engagement: Give students a clear roadmap so they can track their own progress and stay motivated. Time-Saving for Teachers: Ideal for lesson planning, term overviews, and quick referencing. How It Helps Clarity & Organization: Each page breaks down requirements, criteria, and weighting, ensuring no details are missed. Confidence & Independence: Students can easily see what’s expected, helping them manage their creative process efficiently. Easy Implementation: Perfect for classroom handouts, digital boards, or as a teacher’s personal reference. This compact 6-page guide took considerable effort to create, ensuring it’s both comprehensive and easy to digest. Grab it for £6 and simplify your IB Visual Arts planning and preparation. Happy teaching!