Art and Mathematics
Publisher: Virtual Image
2nd Edition packed with new material, explores interplay between mathematics and visual arts from the invention of single point perspective during the Renaissance to fractals and beyond. Topics covered: Spiritual Geometry, Perspective, Holbein's Ambassadors, Knots & Links, The Divine Proportion, Regular Polyhedra, Magic Squares, New Geometries, Fractal Geometry. Interactive Whiteboard compatible.
Format: Windows CD-ROM
Key stage: 4
Age range: 16+
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Art in the National Curriculum
Publisher: AVP
Reference collection providing useful resources relating to topics and artists in the National Curriculum. Includes works of art by some of the artists specifically mentioned in the National Curriculum and many examples by other artists covering suggested themes. Scottish A-E.
Format: Windows CD-ROM Mac CD-ROM
Key stage: 1, 2, 3
Age range: 5-15
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Art off the Wall
Publisher: Heinemann Library
The inspirational Art off the Wall, 5 volume series, introduces students to a range of Visual Arts and Media forms, focusing on techniques. Includes activities to assist skill development, information on careers in the field, case studies, a useful glossary and sources for further information. Large colour photographs add appeal. This motivational 5 volume series draws all pupils into the world of art. It explores the array of media and technology used by professional artists to create everything from comics to illusions including cartoons, animations, computer games and technical art. The books include information about how professionals create and develop their art into different end products, including a look at the technology used. There is also careers information on what people's job titles are, how they got the position, and what type of art they make. The books are highly visual, with lots of big artworks featured, including skills information so the readers can feel that they could one day produce works like those shown. Project ideas for both art and technical subjects. Careers information and advice on where to start. Large colourful photography of artwork. The 5 volumes are: Cartoons & Animation, Comics & Graphic Novels, Computer Games & Film Graphics, Design & Technical Art, Illusion Art. Volumes can be purchased separately, or as a 5 volume set. Scottish Levels S1-S3
Format: Print
Key stage: 3
Age range: 11-14
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Art on the Wall
Publisher: Heinemann Library
This is a new, exciting and informative series that explores a range of art movements and styles. Each title in the series looks at the history behind the movement and discusses the techniques used by its artists. Text is supported with stunning full colour examples of paintings and other artworks that illustrate each art style. Also included are biographies of well-known artists; try it yourself activities that encourage readers to create their own works of art using the techniques of the movement, as well as a timeline and further information sections.
Abstract Expressionism: Who were the leading Abstract Expressionist artists? What were the different types of Abstract Expressionist art? This book answers these questions. It also explains how Abstract Expressionism developed in New York and was the first American art movement to become internationally famous, investigates the ideas and techniques of "action painters" and "colour-field painters," and considers how modern artists continue to be influenced by the Abstract Expressionists. Impressionism: How did the Impressionists get their name? Who were the most famous artists? Did the Impressionist style have a lasting impact? 'Impressionism' answers all these questions. It also discusses how and why the Impressionist movement began, looks at how the Impressionists captured the changing effects of light and colour in nature, and examines the different subjects Impressionist artists chose for their paintings. Pop Art: When did Pop art begin? Who were the most famous Pop artists? How has Pop influenced the art of today? 'Pop Art' answers all these questions. It also shows how Pop art developed in the new consumer society of the mid-1950s and 1960s, explores the Pop artists' ideas and how people have responded to their works, explains the techniques and materials the artists used. Post Impressionism: What is Post-Impressionism? Why did the Post-Impressionists avoid realistic colours? Did Post-Impressionism have an impact on later art styles? 'Post-Impressionism' answers all these questions. It also discusses how Post-Impressionism developed, examines the distinctive styles of individual Post-Impressionist artists, and looks at how the Post-Impressionists used colour, shape, and composition to create paintings with a powerful visual and emotional impact. The Renaissance: What brought about the Renaissance revolution in art? Where did Renaissance art flourish? Did Renaissance artists become famous in their lifetimes? 'The Renaissance' answers all these questions. It also discusses how a revival of interest in the classical world inspired a new approach to art, describes the developments that took place in art during the Renaissance period, and examines how Renaissance artists created lifelike paintings and sculptures.
Surrealism: Why did artists in the 1920s begin to create surreal pictures and sculptures? Who were the main Surrealist artists? Where can you see their influence today? 'Surrealism' answers all these questions. It also explains the Surrealists' interest in dreams and the subconscious, identifies the different styles and interests of many of the leading Surrealist artists, and shows how Surrealism included writing, music, theatre, and film, as well as art. Books can be ordered separately or as a complete set. Scottish Levels S1 - S3
Format: Print
Key stage: 3
Age range: 11-14
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Book of Kells
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
The Book of Kells manuscript, a pinnacle of Celtic Christian art. This award-winning DVD-ROM is a unique opportunity to study all 680 richly illuminated pages in specially photographed, beautifully reproduced detail. Audio-visual guides add wealth of information on history & art of its time, technique, materials, themes behind the book's creation. The only authorised digital version. No network version.
Format: Windows DVD-ROM / Mac DVD-ROM
ISBN: 904720373
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English Architecture
Publisher: AVP
Full range of styles and periods that make up this rich and unique heritage are illustrated. Story progresses along 2 strands, religious and secular. The former commences with Saxon churches and the latter with the Norman castles. Interactive Whiteboard compatible. Scottish A-E.
Format: Windows CD-ROM Mac CD-ROM
Key stage: 1, 2, 3
Age range: 5-15
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Grove Art
Publisher: Oxford Online
Brings critically acclaimed text of Grove Dictionary of Art to the Internet. Features: Regular updates to existing database of 41,000 articles; 3 fast accurate ways to search 26 million word database; Access to 22,000+ researched web links; Free access to Bridgeman Art Library image database. Essential source of art information; indispensable for researchers, students, professionals. Also available as part of the Oxford Arts Bundle which includes: Grove Art, Grove Music and Encyclopedia of Popular Music. Other bundle deals also available on whole range of Oxford Schools Online titles - please contact us for details. Prices increase on 1st April each year. 34 Volume Print Edition also available, either cloth or leather bound.
Format: Online
Key stage: 3, 4+
Age range: 11-16+
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Ref: GRO-990336-02
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Grove Art : FE, HE & Public Libraries - pricing available on request
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Ref: GRO-990336-03
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Grove Art : Print Set - pricing available on request
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Impressionism to the 20th Century
Publisher: AVP
Unique introduction to the works of Post Impressionist masters such as Cezanne, Gauguin, Seurat and Van Gogh. Reaching back as far as the later work of Monet and Degas and forward to the early work of Picasso and Matisse. The work of Toulouse Lautrec, the Nabis and British painters at the turn of the 19th Century are also discussed. Scottish D-S4.
Format: Windows CD-ROM Mac CD-ROM
Key stage: 3, 4+
Age range: 11-16
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National Gallery DVD
Publisher: 4 Learning / Espresso Education
Features 13 x 5-minute programmes. Curriculum Connections: Visual perception, literacy and understanding; Appreciation of the richness of our European cultural heritage. Each programme features themed groups of some of the finest works in London’s National Gallery, ideal for illustrating key learning points and breaking up lessons. 1. Madonnas and Goddesses: Venus and Mars, Sandro Botticelli. 2. Mothers and Sons: Cupid Complaining to Venus, Lucas Cranach, and The Adoration of the Kings, Jan Gossaert. 3. Portrait of a Couple: Mr and Mrs Andrews, Thomas Gainsborough. 4. Important People: The Ambassadors, Hans Holbein. 5. Myself and Others: The Arnolfini Portrait, Jan van Eyck, and Self Portrait at the age of 63, Rembrandt. 6. Perspective I: Coronation of the Virgin, Jacopo di Clione, and The Annunciation, Carlo Crivelli. 7. Perspective II: Landscape, Peter Paul Rubens, The Avenue, Middelharnis, Meindert Hobbema, and Rain, Steam and Speed, JMW Turner. 8. Ordinary Lives: Calais Pier, JMW Turner. 9. That’s Entertainment: An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump, Joseph Wright, and A Winter Scene, Hendrik Avercamp. 10. Everyday Life: Bathers at Asnières, Georges-Pierre Seurat. 11. Blood and Gore: Perseus Turning Phineas and His Followers Into Stone, Luca Giordano. 12. Off With Her Head: Execution of Lady Jane Grey, Paul Delaroche. 13. Love Story: Bacchus and Ariadne, Titian. How can the - National Gallery DVD - enhance my lessons? Each programme is only 5 minutes in length, ideal for lesson introductions to a painter, technique or specific painting and the perfect length for keeping students’ attention. Offers greater flexibility and control, making it easy to incorporate into your lessons. Can be used with DVD players, on computers with DVD-Rom drives and is ideal for use on interactive whiteboards. It is fully searchable, allowing you to go straight to what you need - saving you time planning lessons and enabling you to spend more time overseeing other areas of work. Interactive Whiteboard compatible. Published 2004. FREE PREVIEW: this DVD is available on 14 day FREE PREVIEW, simply click the option below - an invoice will be issued for any items retained after this time.
Format: DVD Video
Key stage: 4+
Age range: 14-19
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Talking Art DVD
Publisher: 4 Learning / Espresso Education
Series of artists talking about what they do and why. Each film features three prominent artists speaking in an accessible way about an aspect of their work that they have in common. Among the artists included in the series are Howard Hodgkin and Tracey Emin, Anish Kapoor and Rachel Whiteread, Sam Taylor-Wood and Gilbert & George. 1. Art and Architecture: Anish Kapoor , Martin Creed, Richard Wilson. 2. Art and the Earth: Boyle Family, Mona Hatoum, Dalziel and Scullion. 3. Art and the Moving Image: Graham Gussin, Dalziel & Scullion, Sam Taylor-Wood. 4. Art in Public: Mark Wallinger, Rachel Whiteread, Anish Kapoor. 5. The Art of Drawing: Tracey Emin, Liliane Lijn, Karl Weschke. 6. Big Art: Antony Gormley, Richard Wilson, Mona Hatoum. 7. In the Studio: Gilbert and George, Tony Cragg, Malcolm Morley. 8. Me and Art: Sam Taylor-Wood, Marc Quinn, Tracey Emin. 9. The Old and the New: Howard Hodgkin, Yinka Shonibare, Gavin Turk. 10. Painting is Alive and Well: Chris Ofili, Lisa Milroy, Howard Hodgkin. 11. Painting People: Lisa Milroy, Julian Opie, Gary Hume. 12. Performing Art : Graham Gussin, Stuart Brisley. 13. Simply the Best: Martin Creed, Gary Hume, William Turnbull. How can the - Talking Art DVD - enhance my lessons? This is a very comprehensive resource, covering the work of over 40 artists all on just one DVD saving you time sourcing and preparing different resources. Can be used on DVD players, computers with DVD drives. Ideal for use on interactive whiteboards. Saves time planning lessons, enabling you to spend more time overseeing other areas of work. Curriculum Connections: Exploring the visual arts; Using materials, techniques, skills and media; Expressing feelings, ideas, thoughts and solutions. Interactive Whiteboard compatible. Published 2006. FREE PREVIEW: this DVD is available on 14 day FREE PREVIEW, simply click the option below - an invoice will be issued for any items retained after this time.
Format: DVD Video
Key stage: 4
Age range: 14-19
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Tate Modern DVD
Publisher: 4 Learning / Espresso Education
15 x 5-minute programmes. Curriculum Connections: Appreciation and understanding of modern art, Symbolisation in art, How artists interpret reality, Different themes and ideas within art. Programmes are only 5 minutes in length and are ideal for lesson introductions to a painter, technique or specific painting, and the perfect length for keeping students’ attention. Introduction: 1. Distortion: Auguste Rodin, Umberto Boccioni, Pablo Picasso. 2. Abstract Art: Wassily Kandinsky, Jackson Pollock. 3. Still Life: Sir William Nicholson, Paul Cezanne. Objects: 4. Objects in Odd Places: Marcel Duchamp, Michael Craig-Martin, Rebecca Horn. 5. Different Dimensions: Carl Andre, Cornelia Parker. 6. Pharmacy: Damien Hirst. Places: 7. Abstracting Landscape: Piet Mondrian. 8. Sculpture From Nature: Constantin Brancusi, Dame Barbara Hepworth, Joseph Beuys. 9. Outside In: Richard Long. War: 10. First World War: William Orpen, Henri Gaudier-Brzeska, Max Beckman. 11. Second World War: Salvador Dali, Francis Bacon. 12. The Effects of War: Jean Fautrier, Alberto Giacometti, Hannah Collins. People: 13. Beautiful People?: Lucian Freud, Arman, John Coplans. 14. A Different Point of View: Sonia Boyce, Sarah Lucas, Nan Goldin. 15. Myself and Others: Louise Bourgeois, Annette Messager. How can the Tate Modern DVD enhance my lessons? Enhances students’ visual perception, literacy and understanding of art though giving them access to the world’s most famous gallery of modern art. DVDs offer greater flexibility and control, making them easy to incorporate into your lessons. Can be used with DVD, on computers with DVD-Rom drives and are ideal for use on interactive whiteboards. The DVD is fully searchable, allowing you to go straight to what you need without cueing, saving you time planning lessons and enabling you to spend more time overseeing other areas of work. Interactive Whiteboard compatible. Published 2004. FREE PREVIEW: this DVD is available on 14 day FREE PREVIEW, simply click the option below - an invoice will be issued for any items retained after this time.
Format: DVD Video
Key stage: 4
Age range: 14-19
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