Art in Newham: Pupil research in class
About this record
Hartley’s year 4 pupils have used online search engines to find a range of artists that were born or are based in Newham.
They have been amazed at the rich culture that Newham has on their doorstep and loved looking at the range of artwork.
They discussed what they enjoyed about the artist’s work and what thoughts they had when they saw the artwork.
There are so many artists in Newham and they all have different styles and ideas.
Pupils researched a range of artists and their work
I like the different patterns and strokes on the artwork.
Learning that took place
In each art unit, artists are incorporated to make connections and develop a greater understanding of the skills that are being taught. With this project, pupils have looked at a range of artists that were born or bred in Newham. They began with a hook, trying to match artwork to an artist’s name. They were surprised to see how many artists came from Newham and how some, like Madge Gill, were close to school.
A screen grab of a lesson about Newham artists
I like how people draw their feelings and emotions on a page.
To view more of the pupil’s work, register here for free tickets for the exhibition at East Ham Library that is taking place in June.
Additional record details
- Contributor: Hartley Primary School
- Type: Art ResourcePhotographsWriting
- Date created: 23rd March 2023
- Location: Hartley Primary School, Hartley Avenue, East Ham, London, E6 1NT.
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