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29th May 7.00pm
Performing Arts Musical Theatre Showcase
31st May 7.30pm
Pre-Sixth Form Conference
2nd July 8.45am - 4.00pm
Art (Fine Art)
This diverse course at Blackpool Sixth Form offers a range of techniques spanning both traditional and contemporary practice. The course offers opportunities to explore a variety of methods, techniques and processes including research into relevant artists/designers. Skills taught in session time and during extra curricular workshops are transferable to all areas of art and enhance student creativity and innovation.
Did you know? Students at Blackpool Sixth Form are provided with the opportunity to work alongside contemporary artists/designers including Jennifer Collier, Priscilla Jones, Debbie Smyth, Julieanne
Long and Victor Sloan.
Specific requirements
What will I study?
Drawing, painting, mixed media, installation and printmaking. You
will also be introduced to a wide range of contemporary and historical practitioners to inform the development of your own
practice.
You will be encouraged to research, experiment and develop personal yet innovative responses informed by relevant artists/ practitioners. Visits to galleries, universities and outdoor excursions are an important part of the course.
The AS course consists of 2 units:
- Unit 1 is comprised of a 6 week introductory project followed by a 13 week project
- Unit 2 is a practical exam project undertaken over several weeks
The A2 Course consists of 2 units:
- Unit 3 is comprised of an introductory project followed by an extended final project
- Unit 4 is a practical exam project undertaken over several weeks
Assessment
50% exam and 50% coursework in both years.
Where does it lead
Past students have successfully progressed onto art/ design based courses at a variety of universities, into employment for example the Art Council, galleries, museums, art education, art therapy, architecture and some have achieved great success as independent artists and designer-makers.
Exam board: AQA GCE Art & Design (Fine Art) ARTb
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