KS3: Art Studio
It is an unpleasant reality that humanity has spent large amounts of time designing for doomsday. We have been engaged in a race to perfect some of the most extraordinary weapons and cultivated the conviction they are acceptable to use.
From the grand designs of Inigo Jones to the street style of camouflage, the Royal Armouries collection provides a challenging subject and engaging object of study.
- Develop understanding of historical and contemporary art and design
- Use a range range of media including weaving and textiles, copper and metalwork, modroc, printing and card.
These themes demonstrate some of the ways in which the collection can be approached.
Slavery
- Provocative textile art & print creative art workshop
- Appraising artistic styles like chinoiserie & artefacts financed by the transatlantic slave trade.
- Explore & discuss the causes and long term consequences of the trade triangle across the globe and through time.
Armoured Animals: Sculptured form in three dimensions
- A hands on exploration of the construction & techniques of articulated armours from the natural & manufactured worlds.
- Creative workshop using metal, textiles, leather & card.
Japan
- Printmaking workshop utilizing our Japanese collection to research, record & reinterpret patterns found on kimonos and armour.
Headdresses, Helmets and Hats
- An active and engaging session which explores the possibilities of structure, shape, form and materials of headwear from cultures and traditions across the globe.
The museum collection is an amazing resource for self-led art visits. Ideas, tips and guides for key stage 3 & 4 teachers available.
To Book
- All Art sessions last 90 minutes, with a maximum number of 32 students.
- Our sessions are £4 per student, with one adult free per ten students.
We are happy to discuss your requirements for a bespoke session to fit the needs of your students.
Tel: 0113 220 1888
Email: educate.leeds@armouries.org.uk
