Examples of

information and
images included in
The Complete Art
Curriculum
This document provides examples of the type of information included within the Complete
Art Curriculum. The actual resource is massive – 38 linked Art lesson plans (154 pages),
leading students through the key elements of Art, Design and Creativity. Each Art lesson plan
provides differentiation, lesson outline, lesson structure, materials required, and homework.
Each lesson also provides a printable information sheet for students, written in a student
friendly style.

Also included is a 40 image slideshow of example student work to inspire your own students.

Themes covered include drawing styles, observation, abstraction, figure drawing, mask
making, sculpture, landscape painting, portraiture, ceramics, color theory, architecture ... and
much more. Ideal for students aged 8 to 14.

Here is a rundown of the lessons in the Complete Art Curriculum:

Lesson 1 Tone
Lesson 2 Observation
Lesson 3 From observation to abstraction
Lesson 4 Relief
Lesson 5 Portraiture
Lesson 6 Portraiture part 2
Lesson 7 Portraiture part 3
Lesson 8 Clay
Lesson 9 Clay part 2
Lesson 10 Clay part 3
Lesson 11 Color
Lesson 12 Color part 2
Lesson 13 Color part 3
Lesson 14 Three dimensional
Lesson 15 Three dimensional part 2
Lesson 16 Three dimensional part 3
Lesson 17 Three dimensional part 4
Lesson 18 Human figure
Lesson 19 Human figure part 2
Lesson 20 Human figure part 3
Lesson 21 Human figure part 4
Lesson 22 Architecture
Lesson 23 Architecture part 2
Lesson 24 Architecture part 3
Lesson 25 Architecture part 4
Lesson 26 Color abstraction
Lesson 27 Color abstraction part 2
Lesson 28 Color abstraction part 3
Lesson 29 Color abstraction part 4
Lesson 30 Masks

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Lesson 31 Masks part 2
Lesson 32 Masks part 3
Lesson 33 Masks part 4
Lesson 34 Dramatic landscapes
Lesson 35 Dramatic landscapes part 2
Lesson 36 Dramatic landscapes part 3
Lesson 37 Abstract landscapes
Lesson 38 Abstract landscapes part 2

The lessons have been purposefully written to lead on from each other, allowing students to
build upon their ever increasing skills sets through the Key Stage 3 years.

The resource has been written by Mael Matthews, experienced Head of Department, Senior
Art Moderator and Professional Artist. They have been used in an Art department judged by
Ofsted to be Outstanding (The top grade in UK).

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 Example lesson structure

Lesson 24

ARCHITECTURE
PART 3

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How will work be assessed?
Work will be assessed via the final outcome. Consideration should be given to
the quality of formal skills, control of materials and overall creative and
imaginative ability.

Students will continue to develop their knowledge of architectural styles. They

will also develop drawing, cutting and modelling skills.

Differentiation

All: develop relief work in response to their architectural studies

Most: develop relief work in response to their architectural studies. They will
demonstrate understanding of composition

Some: develop relief work in response to their architectural studies. They will
demonstrate understanding of composition and control in relation to cutting and
forming

Lesson Structure
Before the lesson starts ensure that students’ drawings have been photocopied
and enlarged if necessary. Demonstrate how to create a relief using layers of cut
cardboard and the photocopied drawings. Discuss with students the need to
think carefully about which elements are in relief to ensure that an exciting
composition is formed.

Students are to work on the background first and draw around the outline of the
whole drawing onto cardboard and cut out. Cut away the first of the background
layers from the photocopy and glue to the cardboard outline.

Draw around the outline of the photocopy onto another piece of card and cut out
and glue to the first background card piece.

Cut away the next layer on the photocopy and repeat the process as before,
until the foreground is reached. The details such as archways, architectural
detail etc. may also be cut away and built up in card to enhance the 3D effect.

Students are to continue working on their relief and adding as many layers and
detail in card according their ability.

Discuss work with the group allowing free flowing discussion to develop.
Resources
Photocopies, glue, scissors, card

Cross Curricular Links

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Group discussion skills.

Homework

Ask students to research the style of architecture they have chosen for their
cardboard relief. To be presented to group on completion of relief work.
Encourage pupils to use ICT skills to present their research.

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Notes for students
We are going to be using the sketches from last lesson to build up a piece of
work that is in relief. Relief artwork has features that stick up off the backboard.

You will be shown how you can use cardboard and photocopies of your original
sketches to develop work that is in relief. It is a layering up process.

You will need to think about which areas you want to be most prominent (stick
out the most). Your decision might be based on which bits of the actual building
stuck out the most.

Many artists have worked in relief. One of the most famous was Ben Nicholson.
He used blocks of wood to build up his pictures. A lot of his pictures were simply
painted white because he wanted the interest to come from the 3D shape, not
the colors.

You will have to take care whilst cutting out the pieces of card. You will probably
be able to do most of the cutting with scissors. Very difficult bits could be done
with a craft knife, but take advice from your teacher before using one. Also take
care with sticking. Don't use too much glue because it will spurt out of the sides
if you do. This spoils your work and wastes the glue.

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Examples of student work images included

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Example of images included in the clay workshop slideshow

Examples of pictures used in the 30 image slideshows that are included in the
resource

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