Fine Art AQA
What will I be studying? Our Fine Art course provides the opportunity to develop technical skills, inventiveness and critical awareness. What does this subject involve? Emphasis is placed on drawing as a means of recording and communicating ideas and students are encouraged to explore a variety of media areas: painting, printmaking, mixed media and lens based media.
What about future prospects and careers? The combination of practical work and theory produces an A-Level which is respected by universities. Coursework forms the basis for a portfolio for all art and design related courses. Previous students have gone on to study courses including Fine Art, graphic design, architecture and landscape design, interior design, jewellery design, conservation, fashion and art history.
What skills or qualities will I need?
Do I need to have studied this for GCSE?
• An enjoyment and interest in drawing and painting
Yes but there are occasional exceptions.
• Interest in developing the following media areas: painting, printmaking, mixed media, photography • Enjoyment at looking at and researching work of artists and designers
Additional information • Curriculum gallery trips and optional study tours abroad • Artist in residence/community projects • Occasional opportunity for involvement in design for creative arts and theatre productions
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