AS Level Fine Art (Edxcel)

AS Level Fine Art (Edxcel)
This is a Fine Art course, aimed at developing students†skills, techniques and creativity in Fine Art. The aim of the course is to develop a highly ambitious and creative portfolio of work underpinned by solid skills, techniques and knowledge of the Fine Art world. Thoughtful and creative approach to ideas is encouraged, backed up with teaching strong skills and providing a wide visual language vocabulary.

What will I be doing?
The course will start with an in depth introduction to visual language and formal elements. You will be taught a variety of drawing methods, mark making methods and painting to build up your skills and give you the foundation to develop your creativity and ideas in your specialised area.
You will then go on to develop your skills through small workshops in Fine Art techniques. Developing skills in a variety of painting techniques, photographic silk-screening, sculpture, drawing, mark making printing, photography and computer work. You will learn how to develop ideas through traditional means and computer based mediums. Your work will be underpinned by a solid understanding of other artists to help inform your work. You will go on to develop your own interests using the skills you have learnt to create your own work

How will I be assessed?
A Level Fine Art comprises 4 units. 2 externally set exam assignments and 2 internally set assignments. 2 Units will be studied in the first year and 2 units will be studied in the second year. All units will be internally marked and externally moderated. 2 formal assessments a year will take place with 1:1 tutorial feedback. Continuing assessing will take place through weekly, marked homework.

After completion of the course, you may go on to a Foundation Course at university or Art College to further your design career.