We thought we’d share some of the work of KS3 Years 7 and 8 Art students who have been completing some outstanding work as part of their programme of study. They have shown excellent focus and have got to grips with the essence of the art movements they have been learning about in class
Year 8: Exploring Narrative Art Through Japanese Ukiyo-e Prints
Year 8 students recently completed a compelling unit on Japanese Ukiyo-e prints, specifically examining their role in conveying narratives within Eastern art. Originating in Japan during the Edo period (17th to 19th centuries), Ukiyo-e, or “pictures of the floating world,” vividly depicted popular culture, including the well-known Wave by Hokusai. These woodblock prints are renowned for their bold outlines, flat planes of colour, and often dynamic, asymmetrical compositions.
Students in year 8 really enjoyed responding to this material. They demonstrated a keen ability to discern the storytelling inherent in the Ukiyo-e genre. Their own artistic responses, which aimed to tell a narrative through visual means, frequently incorporated stylistic elements observed in the Ukiyo-e examples, showcasing both thoughtful engagement and creative interpretation.
Year 7: Light, Colour, and Technique in Impressionism and Pointillism
Concurrently, Year 7 students embarked on a journey through the Impressionist movement, culminating in a practical exploration of Neo-Impressionism and the intricate technique of pointillism. The Impressionist movement, a late 19th-century French movement, revolutionised art by focusing on capturing the ephemeral “impression” of a scene, emphasising light, colour, and atmosphere through visible, often loose brushstrokes. Building upon this, Neo-Impressionism adopted a more scientific approach to colour application.
This led students to pointillism, a technique where small, distinct dots of pure colour are meticulously applied to a surface. When viewed from a distance, these individual dots optically blend, creating luminous and vibrant hues. The Year 7 students truly embraced the precision required for this technique. Their completed works are striking, exhibiting careful attention to detail in the application of the dots. The effective optical blending of colours in their pieces is a testament to their patience and understanding of how different hues interact. This hands-on experience provided them with a deeper appreciation for the historical context and technical innovations of these art movements.
We look forward to sharing with you some of their future pieces as they continue to grow in confidence throughout their creative journey in KS3
The Art Department
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