Art

Art inspires the imagination, it encourages pupils to open their eyes and see as they have never seen before. Girls will discover ways to make and create, whilst developing knowledge about other artists work. Best of all, girls learn about themselves as artists. Art is a very popular subject, and the department aims to create an exciting environment where pupils of all abilities can explore and develop their artistic potential.
The girls enjoy experiencing the work of artists’ first hand during educational visits to Madrid, Figueres and Barcelona. In addition, selected pupils exhibit their work at the prestigious Lowry Art Gallery and the girls’ work is on permanent exhibition at The Christie Hospital in Manchester. 

The department has a history of winning competitions, the most recent being an all inclusive trip for the Year 10 girls to see the sites of Ancient Egypt sponsored by Manchester Museum’s Tutankhamun exhibition and Red Sea Holidays.

Art is taught to all pupils in Years 7, 8, and 9. The subject provides new experiences in the use of materials, vocabulary and creative techniques. Girls will gain a sound awareness of contemporary and traditional artists whilst developing their own skills.

In Year 7 the girls experience the joy of colour mixing and control, painting, design and lettering, artists’ colour palettes and techniques. The girls also complete a Photoshop course.

The focus of study in Year 8 is the development of observation skills. The girls focusing on different drawing techniques; learn about the presentation of a creative workbook; undertake research of sculptors and artists. In addition, the girls produce a 3D sculpture.

In Year 9 the girls continue to build on their foundation skills whilst working on an in-depth project; they also work with mixed media and participate in relevant research and large scale group work.