Pupils are given a wide range of opportunities to develop skills in art, craft and design activities. They build on their understanding and appreciation of art in a variety of forms and styles, and from a variety of cultures. Children are encouraged to observe natural phenomena and to develop an awareness of shape, colour, texture and pattern, as well as an understanding of the properties of materials.
Art overview
Art EYFS | To know how to use different tools.
To know how to mix colours.
To know how to name colours.
To know how to do basic stamping patterns.
To know how to print with a range of colours and techniques showing a RESILENCE to complete tasks.
| To know how to use an effective grip with a range of tools.
To know how to work alone and as part of a group.
To know how to use scissors effectively.
To know how to use glue in a variety of ways.
To know how to select resources according to shape, colour, texture.
| To know how to use lines and patches of colour to represent images.
To know how to paint directly without drawing an outline.
To know how to choose colours for a purpose.
| To know how to experiment and select appropriate equipment.
To know how to use one brush for varying colours.
| To know how to use 3D materials to choose appropriate fixing methods.
To know how to experiment with 3D objects.
To know how to add height and width with 3D shapes.
To know appropriate language linked to sculpture.
| To know how to spot printed patterns in the environment.
To know how to print using a dipped technique.
To know how to print with a range of colours and shapes to create images and patterns and be INNOVATIVE with their creation .
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Art Year 1 | To know how to mark make.
To know what sketching is.
To know how to do an observational drawing.
To know how to recognise and mix primary and secondary colours.
To know how to work with different paint consistencies.
To know how to work with different brush sizes.
To know how to work with different sized brushes.
To know how to use random controlled tearing.
To know how to cut strips, shapes, snip and fringe.
To know how to create a simple collage and be INNOVATIVE with their creation.
Artist: Eric Carle
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To know the terms shape, form, and texture.
To know how to use appropriate fixing materials.
To know how to scrunch paper.
To know how a variety of materials can be used to create a sculpture and show RESPECT for their artist studied Anthony Gormley
Artist: Anthony Gormley
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| Printing/Patterns Focus
To know how to recognise and mix primary and secondary colours.
To know how to work with different paint consistencies.
To know how to print repeat motifs in one colour to create patterns.
To know the meanings of horizontal left to right orientation for printing.
To know how to use a range of tools to print.
To know how to clean equipment.
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Art YEAR 2 |
To know how to use observations for textile work.
To know how to do a group weaving.
To know how to thread beads.
To know how to cut fabric.
To know how to use different textile materials.
To know how to do simple dyeing.
To know how to do basic stitching.
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To know how to sketch.
To know how to explore shading.
To know how to use smudging.
To know how to talk to others about my work.
To know how to mix primary and secondary colours.
To know how to select appropriate brushes.
To know how to use a range of paints.
To know how to complete a simple colour circle.
Famous Artists. Jackson Pollock, Kandinsky, Piet Mondrian. PAINT/DRAWING |
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To know how to use monoprinting and be INNOVATIVE with their creation.
To know how to print in straight lines from left to right.
To know how to use two colours to print.
To know how to make a simple block for relief printing.
To know how to clean equipment.
To know how to use appropriate materials for a purpose.
To know how to match textures from the environment.
To know how to use fixing techniques.
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Art YEAR 3 | To know how to use drawing for different purposes.
To know how to use a sketchbook to record observations.
To know how to use different marks can be made with different tools.
To know how to use outlines with reference to size and shape.
To know how to understand how artists work in different ways.
To know how to use tools effectively.
To know how to paint a colour wash.
To know how to use the colour wheel including hues and harmonising colours.
To know how to use to the term complementary colours.
To know how to work on a picture over a period of time INNOVATIVE with their creation.
DRAWING /PAINTING |
| To know how to collect my ideas in a sketchbook.
To know how to use tools correctly.
To know how to construct simple assemblages.
SCULPTURE |
| To know how to use clay tools to create surface textures.
To know how to use decorative techniques.
To know how to make a shape out of one piece of clay.
CLAY |
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Art YEAR 4 | To know how to make detailed marks with attention to tone.
To know how to use a range of drawing techniques to record observations.
To know how do observational drawing from different viewpoints.
To know how to understand different marks can be made if I vary the pressure.
To know how to draw from memory/imagination.
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| To know how to compare the work of two different artists
To know how to develop my techniques of overpainting and resist work.
To know how to work with tints and shades.
To know how to mix tertiary colours, (browns, neutrals, flesh)
Artists: Ofili, Derain & Matisse
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| To know how to use three colour printed patterns, including over printing for colour mixing.
To know how to use engraved patterns – polystyrene/press prints.
To know how to use a roller.
To know how to work cleanly and neatly.
To know how to explore materials to make relief blocks, e.g. string, found materials.
PRINTING
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Art YEAR 5 |
| To know how to use sewing as a joining technique.
To know how to use batik.
To know how to use applique.
To know how to use textiles to create a piece of work.
To know how to use colour language – tint, tone, shade
Artist Hokusai
TEXTILES | To know how to use simple perspectives.
To know how to discuss my work.
To know how to develop a composition.
To know how to paint from observation.
To know how to colour mix and can revise my understanding.
DRAWING/PAINTING
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| To know how to use decorative techniques.
To know how to combine clay techniques to create structures.
To know how to select the correct method for making a pot.
To know how to use simple carving to create sculptures INNOVATIVE with their creation.
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Art YEAR 6 | Unit 6c (Landscape Art) To know how to use other sources to influence my drawing.
To know how to use a viewfinder for composition. I know compositions can be made up.
Artists Studied Henry Moore
SKETCHING WAX RELIEF
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| South and Central American Art (3D Focus) Artists Studied Frida Kahlo with a focus on DIVERSITY and showing COMPASSION for the artist.
To know how to develop the concept of design to incorporate balance, contrast, emphasis, and pattern.
To know how to use techniques such as photomontage to create collages INNOVATIVE with their creation.
Artist Kurt Schwitters
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| To know how to select appropriate resources for making formers to create a sculpture.
To know how to select appropriate resource for surface textures.
To know how to work in low relief.
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Art and design progression of skills
| EYFS | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 |
Exploring and developing ideas (ONGOING) |
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Evaluating and developing work (ONGOING) |
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others’ work and say what they think and feel about them.
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others’ work and say what they think and feel about them.
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others’ work and say what they think and feel about them.
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Painting |
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| Explore colours through paint. Use colour language – tint, tone, shade Plan and create different effects and textures with paint. |
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Printing |
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Textiles/collage |
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