Textiles
Textiles requires engagement with the aesthetic and intellectual concepts through the use of traditional and/or modern techniques, medias, materials and process for the purpose of self-expression and professional standard designs. Art textiles may be created to explore abstract ideas, communicate messages about the observed world and challenge existing designs.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- GCSE Textiles: Grade 5
- Equivalent BTEC
- Portfolio
RECOMMENDED SUBJECT COMBINATIONS
Digital Film & Video Production
WHAT TO EXPECT
Spend lots of time in the Art and Textiles Studios. Work with sewing machines, explore and experiment independently beyond skills demonstrated in lessons. Work on large scale pieces and mannequins.
UNITS STUDIED
- PERSONAL INVESTIGATION
- EXTERNALLY SET EXAMINATION
HOW IT’S ASSESSED
- Portfolio of work (60%) combined with externally set examination at end of Year 13 (40% of grade)
- 15 hour examination at the end of the course in the second year
- 1000-3000 word contextual essay
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
- Research and investigate
- Analyse and evaluate work
- Develop and experiment
- Refine work as it develops
PROGRESSION
Complements future studies in any Art discipline or the Art industry and Humanities based subjects.
WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT?
This course continues to develop artistic practice and skills with a textiles focus. It enables students to further develop their individuality in their artistic practice, researching and responding to chosen artists and producing textile outcomes in response to design briefs. This course will build a professional portfolio required for higher level art based courses and apprenticeships.