Art and Architecture
This elective is deigned for the complete beginner to intermediate artists who are keen on the art and technique of designing and building. We will explore the work of a variety of artists and architects as well as different styles of recording, including drawing, painting and mixed media work. Basic art resources will be needed for this elective, including pencils, pens, oil pastels or wax crayons, ruler, water colour paints, brushes, different types of paper, scissors and craft knife, and glue for mixed media work. We will explore the work of Pat Perry, John Piper, George Shaw, Laura Oldfield Ford, Evol, Richard Estes, Thomas Heatherwick, and Sir George Gilbert Scott.
Key Information
COURSE SYLLABUS
| Department | Arts |
| Course Length | 10 weeks |
| Live Lessons | One 45-minute lesson per week |
| Homework | Approximately half an hour a week |
| Examination | None |
| Entry Requirements | Pupils need to have an enthusiasm for drawing and an interest in architecture and the built environment. |
Course Syllabus
| Lesson 1 | Introduction and drawing skills, including 2-point perspective |
| Lesson 2 | Exploring the work of John Piper through watercolour and pen |
| Lesson 3 | Develop and complete a John Piper mixed media study |
| Lesson 4 | Exploring the work of Pat Perry through drawing and biro studies |
| Lesson 5 | Develop and complete Pat Perry observational studies |
| Lesson 6 | Exploring the work of Sir George Gilbert Scott and Thomas Heatherwick |
| Lesson 7 | Exploring Evol and mixed media artists to create a mixed media relief piece |
| Lesson 8 | Develop an individual response piece inspired by mixed media artists |
| Lesson 9 | Explore contemporary artists and plan a personal response piece |
| Lesson 10 | Modifying and refining personal response and presenting |