A complete 33-page KS3 Art workbook exploring colour theory, landscapes, mark-making, Post-Impressionism, Vincent Van Gogh and David Hockney**. Includes practical colour-mixing activities, artist research, landscape studies, final piece planning, literacy support, WAGOLL examples and DIRT reflection pages. Perfect for Years 7–9 Art & Design lessons.

A comprehensive 33-page Art & Design workbook designed to develop students’ understanding of colour theory, landscape art, artist research, mark-making, and creative experimentation**. This engaging project guides learners through practical and contextual activities inspired by the work of Vincent Van Gogh and David Hockney, culminating in the planning and development of a personal final piece.

What’s Included:

Colour Theory Worksheets
Colour Mixing Activities (Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Colours)
Warm & Cool Colour Studies
Tints, Tones & Shades Investigations
Formal Elements of Art Activities
Artist Research: Vincent Van Gogh
Artist Research: David Hockney
Post-Impressionism Study
Mark-Making Exploration & Practical Tasks
Landscape Analysis Activities
WAGOLL (What A Good One Looks Like) Examples
Planning & Developing a Final Piece
Reflection & DIRT Assessment Pages
Literacy and Vocabulary Support Resources

Skills Developed:

• Colour theory and colour mixing
• Drawing and mark-making techniques
• Artist analysis and contextual understanding
• Landscape composition
• Visual literacy and evaluation
• Planning and development of ideas
• Critical thinking and reflection
• Independent creative decision-making

Artists Studied:

Vincent Van Gogh

• Post-Impressionism
• Expressive brushwork and mark-making
• Landscape painting
• Colour and movement

David Hockney

• Contemporary landscape painting
• Bold colour palettes
• Composition and visual impact
• Experimental approaches to image-making

Ideal For:

✔ KS3 Art & Design (Years 7–9)
✔ Cover lessons
✔ Homework projects
✔ Independent learning
✔ Art clubs
✔ Colour Theory Schemes of Work
✔ Landscape Art Units

Resource Details

33 Pages
PDF Format
Print-and-go
Suitable for mixed ability classes
Includes practical, written and reflective tasks

Students build confidence in colour theory and artistic analysis while producing creative responses inspired by two of the most influential artists in art history. The workbook combines technical skill development with contextual understanding, making it an excellent resource for both specialist and non-specialist teachers.