Introduction

Board: EdExcel

This course can be taken in combination with other Art and Design and Graphics, although due to similarities with the course structure advice should be taken if you plan to do this.

You would normally be expected to have achieved a good pass, (B or above) in GCSE Textiles.

This is an art based textiles course working from a starting brief or theme. You will creatively explore textiles and how far you can manipulate the materials, stretch ideas and push boundaries, perhaps using materials that may not be considered “textiles”. You will build upon skills learnt at GCSE Textiles. You will work in sketchbooks to develop and experiment with ideas and will be encouraged to make these personal and reflective of your own style. You will develop your knowledge of textile artist/designers throughout your course and will use this knowledge to inform and inspire your own work. This will be integral to your sketchbook development.