When I’m tired, marking a drawing takes twice as long. This useful list of comments, questions and statements really helps me mark more quickly, as it does the thinking for me! It suggests you write a positive comment and then either a question or a statement for improvement. Of course, you need to be mindful of […]
Wouldn’t it be great to have a beautifully presented list of natural forms artists to have at your fingertips, or to hand to a student should they be researching that theme? Oh, hang on a minute…here it is! When you have the free subscription, you can download 3 of my free resources every month.
This one page, editable Word document, is an overview of a four-week art skills module, designed to help students make the leap from GCSE to A Level. This would be a suitable introductory course for students aged 16/17 years. It includes experimental drawing from direct and indirect sources, photography, photography, photoshop, Apps, Painting, monoprinting and […]
Give your students the tools to create one of those eye-catching Elements of Art sketchbook pages you see on Pinterest—filled with doodles, colour, and creativity. Many students love this kind of visual task, but some can struggle with drawing neat outline fonts. That’s where this worksheet comes in. Each word is ready for them to […]
You will use this Key Words list again and again. It’s a great way to help and encourage students to use a broader vocabulary in your art lessons, and a simple way to incorporate art literacy. It includes keywords for the following categories: Tone/Value Line Colour/Colour composition Form & Shape Mood Texture There are two […]
I set up The Arty Teacher because I have a passion for my subject that I want to share with other art teachers around the world.
I have been a high school art teacher for over 20 years, so I understand what it’s like to be in front of a class of students, often with very different abilities and attitudes.
I wanted to develop resources that would help teachers to bring out the best in every student in every class. I also wanted to free-up staff from time-consuming lesson preparation to let them focus instead on delivering exciting, motivating, dynamic lessons, supported by excellent resources.
