art that does not depict a recognisable picture, place, person or object in the real world

art that is purposefully temporary, work that will change over time

an art form based on designed activities on film or confined to a time and place

That's not art!

Art and design

In this unit pupils enhance their critical thinking exploring art from various perspectives. They discuss what defines art, study galleries and museums and art's connection to the curriculum. They consider drawing and how emotions are expressed using this medium.

An overview of art

Abstract art does not depict a {{ }} picture, place, person or object in the real world.

an art form based on designed activities confined to a time and place

art that includes recognisable objects, people or places in them

Match the term with the correct definition.

Which two art forms do not aim to be permanent?

These artforms allow artists to take risks and be creative without boundaries.

These artforms allow artists to work outside of the gallery in nice weather.

These artforms allow artists to make fun work without a serious message.

These artforms allow artists to create work for a gallery or museum display.

Which statement best expresses the artistic benefits of performance and ephemeral artforms for artists?

Is the statement try or false? Art should be something we instantly recognise and physically last a long time.

Mark-making is only used to depict realistic drawings.

Complete the sentence.  When artists try to persuade and influence others about an issue or cause, it is called ...

The wide variety of marks of differing size, shape and density an artist can invent is called ...

Abstract art does not depict a recognisable picture, place, person or object in the {{ }} world.

Art should always be something we recognise and show a high level of skill.

Art should be something that expresses feelings, experiences and observations.

Art should be something that lasts a long time, made of expensive materials.

by challenging opinions and changing policies

Starter Quiz