Most Able - Visual Arts

In Visual Arts, A most able pupil…

Can produce a high standard in their work through a range of different media/or be extraordinarily talented in one style or use of media.
Displays a high level of imagination, recording and observational skills.
Is able to thoroughly replicate an image or idea.
Is confident and sensitive using a whole range of materials and techniques
Seeks to experiment and challenge new ideas and techniques
Has an interest in researching/discovering artist’s work, techniques and new processes in the subject.
Has an interest, almost an obsession, with visual recording, matching the world around them to images which they create;
Has the ability to use their experience and is keen to try out alternative solutions to problems set.
Is able to build contextual reasoning behind their ideas adding a deeper meaning.
Possess or readily acquires draughtsmanship, manual and physical skills/techniques needed to convey his/her message.
Is able to work independently and is able to persevere until successful completion.
Has the ability to relate symbols to reality and to make expressive judgements.
Can make judgements about their own work and the work of others showing understanding and demonstration of a critical appraisal.
Is open to exploring new ideas and ways of working.
Is able to teach others new techniques and ideas.
Is highly motivated showing a special interest in the subject.

Most able Visual Arts students are provided a range of opportunities within the curriculum and via extracurricular activities such as:

A range of exhibitions which celebrate students work.
Most able students are regularly challenged by their teacher to improve their work.
Where appropriate, grouping most able students to encourage higher level thinking.
Educational trips
Afterschool Helpline - provides students the opportunity to ask further questions about their work and how to improve it.

Encourage them to create their own work that follows their own natural interests.
Gallery visits (see list of external organisations for inspiration)
External Observational drawing classes
Encouraging your child to attend helpline afterschool
Encourage them to keep a sketchbook where they record ideas and their drawings

‘Read this if you want to take great photographs’ by Henry Carroll

‘Meeting the Needs of Your Most Able Pupils in Art’ – Kim Earle

‘Setting up your shots’ – Jeremy Vineyard

‘Successful drawing’ – Andrew Loomis

‘Keys to Drawing’ – Bert Dodson

‘Drawing on the right side of the brain’ – Betty Edwards

‘Hand Lettering: Creative Alphabets for Any Occasion’ - Thy Doan

BBC BITESIZE GCSE ART AND DESIGN (www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/subjects/z6hs34j)