Category: The Arts

Above And Beyond! Some people are naturally gifted at art and some have to practise their craft. Whether a pupil considers themselves to be an artist or not, it is…

Navajo rugs ahoy and plasticine (Fimo) modelling for stop motion.   Keep Calm and Be Creative! This has been a tough start to the New Year but there is no…

Year 4 used socks, stuffing and their imagination to create a snowman or a sock bunny. They were reassured when I told them that the socks were new and not…

With the daylight at a minimum, the Year 7 pupils have been working on their Celtic inspired illuminated initials.  They have listened to Gregorian chants and imagined what it would…

Year 4 have been revising their colour theory through their creations inspired by Antonio Gaudi.  They have used materials which show an understanding of work in relief, using mod-roc and string….

As part of the Year 7 theme of ‘Conflict’, the pupils have produced posters to highlight issues about which they feel passionately.  Whether other people agree or not, they were…

Year 5 have been experimenting with Photoshop and discovering the many different tools available.  It has been a steep learning curve for some but a time to try new things…

The FOV were thrilled to receive a large amount of entries for the Natural World Art Competition.  There was a very high standard of photographic entries and some fantastic paintings,…

Year 5 Digital Art Week Using an industry standard application, Year 5 have been working in Photoshop to design a symmetrical image. Their topic is mixed media and they have…

After a long absence, we are dusting off the arty cobwebs and getting creative. We are excited to offer a range of topics and opportunities to experiment. We are also…