What does art GCSE consist of?
During your fine art module, you can expect to do drawing, painting, sculpting, printmaking, photography, installation and other lens or light-based media and mixed media art as part of your design portfolio.
Can I do art GCSE online?
The course is run over two fun years. In year one (starting at any time) you will gain confidence in drawing, painting and sculpture. You will also make connections between your own work and the work of other artists and designers.
Is art an easy GCSE?
It is a truth universally acknowledged that GCSE Art is a difficult GCSE. You have probably heard it a thousand times that the GCSE work load for all art courses is pretty huge. However, talent is not everything and with so much to do in the course, it is very, very easy to fall behind.
What should an artist study for GCSE?
The Artist study should include:
- Title (artists name) and dates of birth and death.
- Short biography of the artist (information about her life in your own words)
- Find and print examples of her work that you think relevant to the project.
What jobs can Art GCSE get you?
Jobs directly to do with art
- Fine artist. Fine artists create original works of art.
- Art gallery curator.
- Art therapist.
- Art teacher.
- Art lecturer, design lecturer or art history lecturer at a university.
- Art technician/demonstrator at a university.
- Art valuer/auctioneer.
- Illustrator.
What is Art GCSE useful for?
Studying art and design helps to create a broad and balanced curriculum, which is an excellent foundation for whatever you want to do afterwards. The transferable skills you’ll gain, such as creativity, analysis and problem solving, complement a range of other subjects and careers.
How much of art GCSE is coursework?
Component 1: Coursework (60% of final mark) This will include two extended projects responding to a theme in an in-depth way. Evidence will take the form of sketchbooks, development pages and test pieces. Projects will be concluded by a final piece outcome, usually taking the form of a larger scale drawing or painting.
Where can GCSE art take you?
What jobs can art GCSE get you?
Should I do art for GCSE?
Why choose GCSE Art and Design? If you enjoy being creative, want to increase your practical skills and improve your analytical, communication and research abilities, art and design is a great choice. The skills you gain make it a great complement to other subjects.
How do I write my GCSE art?
When writing about your own work, ask yourself the following questions:
- What have I done? Is it a painting a drawing or a sculpture?
- How have I done it?
- Why have I done it/ what have I learnt through doing it?
- What medium or materials have I used?
- What could I improve or what would I change if I were to do it again?
What happens in a GCSE art exam?
The GCSE Art Exam You will have a number of months, to research the theme of your choice (or the theme set out by your course) and create a preparation journey in your sketchbook. Ceramic work should be fired and completed before you present it for assessment, and you’ll need plenty of time for drying-out and firing.