Fine Art
If you enjoy drawing, painting, sculpture or simply developing ideas with a range of media, then this course is for you. Students are able to enjoy a series of creative coursework projects exploring themes such as the figure, structures and natural forms. Visual awareness and creativity are developed via areas of study including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and digital media.
In Year 12, students undertake an intensive foundation period of creative study under the guidance of specialist tutors, learning a range of experimental techniques, how to develop ideas and how to analyse artwork. Key skills are reinforced and developed and project work helps students to understand how to respond to the assessment objectives.
In Year 13, students further specialise in their strongest area of interest, developing a highly personal direction supported by tutors. There are opportunities for gallery visits, trips abroad and a regular figure drawing class for A Level students. The practical elements are supported by a written related study in which students explore the artists who have influenced them. Students combine their knowledge and understanding to support their coursework portfolio.