This workshop has been designed to integrate key techniques: batik, screenprinting, image transfer, applique and stitch. These were introduced within the context of subcultures and explored through an initial moodboard phase. The techniques detailed below are equally applicable to Textiles and Art and Design subject areas, and can be adapted for Key Stage 4 but are aimed at KS3.
The following National Curriculum specifications are covered within the below programmes of teaching and learning;
1.1 Creativity
a Producing imaginative images, artefacts and other outcomes that are both
original and of value.
b Exploring and experimenting with ideas, materials, tools and techniques.
1.2 Competence
a Investigating, analysing, designing, making, reflecting and evaluating
effectively.
b Making informed choices about media, techniques and processes.
1.3 Cultural understanding
b Understanding the role of the artist, craftsperson and designer in a range
of cultures, times and contexts.
1.4 Critical understanding
a Exploring visual, tactile and other sensory qualities of their own and
others’ work.
b Engaging with ideas, images and artefacts, and identifying how values
and meanings are conveyed.
3 Range and content
a work in, and across, the areas of fine art, craft and design, including both
applied and fine art practices
b exploration of media, processes and techniques in 2D, 3D and new
technologies
c study of a range of artefacts from contemporary, historical, personal and
cultural contexts
d understanding of art, craft and design processes, associated equipment
and safe working practices.
