A curated artist research pack for the Edexcel GCSE Art & Design ESA June 2026 theme FOUND. Includes clear artist explanations, key ideas and direct links to the theme to support strong AO1 research and independent responses. What’s included: A clear introduction explaining the theme FOUND in student-friendly language 20+ artists and photographers covering: Painting and drawing Sculpture and installation Photography Mixed media and assemblage Each artist page includes: A short explanation of the artist’s work Key ideas students could explore A clear section explaining how the work links to the theme FOUND High-quality visual examples to support visual analysis A final section with GCSE-specific guidance on: Analysing artist work Making meaningful links to personal ideas Writing stronger annotations Avoiding purely descriptive research Why this resource works: Fully aligned with Edexcel GCSE Art & Design AO1 requirements Encourages independent thinking, not copying Suitable for Fine Art, Photography, 3D, Textiles and Mixed Media pathways Ideal for: Introducing the ESA theme Supporting sketchbook research pages Homework or cover work Differentiation and extension Suitable for: June 2026 Component 2 GCSE Art & Design (Edexcel) Year 11 GCSE Art & Design Students Teachers and non-specialists Remote learning and classroom use Format: PDF & PPT versions Ready to print or use digitally Works well for whole-class teaching or individual research I used AI to help with the wording on some of these artists so the text is clear for students to access.

Researching an artist? This sheet supports the children to begin to: Choose an artist to focus on Find out information about their chosen artist, including the art form they use Find out interesting facts about Identify pieces of art created by the artist An opportunity to have a go at the artists piece of work and draw the artist themselves. Consider what they think of the artwork of an artist A great template to use to begin to focus on a particular artist, as a springboard for discussions and further information gathering about artists!

This download consists of six artist related, printable A4 word searches. Each word search has a black and white copy and an artist illustrated copy, as well as a word bank to help students find all of the available words. Could be used as a lesson starter / do it now task, or as part of a cover lesson. Artists Included: Banksy Frida-Kahlo Henri-Matisse Lichtenstein Picasso Van-Gogh If you’re looking for other stand alone resources, then I also have a Dean Russo drawing activity. If you find my resources useful, then please leave some feedback.

A selection of about 60 different artists which can be used to help pupils to research and develop ideas for coursework and exam prep. Artist names included in PPT

This International GCSE Art & Design artist resource is a curated collection of relevant artists and practitioners to support students completing the Externally-Set Assignment (ESA) 2026 on the theme CRUSH. Designed specifically for Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Art & Design, this resource helps students understand how artists explore ideas such as pressure, force, intensity, compression, control and transformation through a range of Fine Art approaches. Each artist page follows a clear, student-friendly structure, making it ideal for ESL learners and independent study. What’s included: A clear introduction explaining how artists interpret the theme CRUSH A wide range of Fine Art practitioners, including: Figurative artists exploring physical and emotional pressure Object-based artists working with compression and damage Artists responding to natural forces and environments Individual artist pages with: A short artist overview Key ideas students could explore Clear explanations of how the artist links to CRUSH Visual examples to support understanding and analysis Final guidance pages showing students how to research, analyse and apply artist influence to their own work Why this resource works: Fully aligned to the ESA 2026 exam paper Focused on Fine Art (no photography dependency) Written in clear, accessible language for ESL students Supports AO1 and AO2 through strong artist analysis Encourages personal responses rather than copying styles Ideal for lesson use, homework, artist research pages or exam preparation This resource is perfect for IGCSE Art teachers who want a ready-to-use, exam-relevant artist pack that clearly connects artist research to the theme CRUSH and supports students in developing confident, well-informed personal outcomes. I have used AI to make sure the language is ESL friendly :)

This is a GCSE coursework project on a theme called ‘Surfaces’ giving you loads of ideas to develop with your students. It deals with developing ideas to gain confidence with different media and to develop sketchbook skills. It is about the process of developing the Examboard Assessment Objectives AO1- Develop ideas from artists and AO2 Exploring different media for coursework. It gives a set of observational photographs to work from for Assessment Objective 3 - AO3. It gives you different artists to look at to gather resources on and students will be able to use these as artist studies and begin to explore these artists techniques and do studies in their book. This if for Assessment Objective 1 and students can gain ideas on ways to develop their skills in techniques through these artists and in so doing ‘Develop ideas’. There are further sets of techniques for Assessment Objective 2 and one can explore, experiment with ideas for developing ‘creativity’ in your classroom. That is, exploring a number of different media and showing how one can take risks with the media in order to create an interesting effect. There are slides giving you a set of techniques to use - explaining how to use media in creative ways. These techiques link with the list of artists given on slides to start with. The experimental techniques are: =white paint printing, =wax and scratch, =distressing surfaces, =dripping paint, scraping paint, =using sgrafitto, =cardboard collaging =layering digital manipulations with collage =using fabric and sewing into surfaces. Emphasis here is that students should play and take risks and experiment with different materials and begin to layer and be able to draw on different surfaces. It is a fun set of techniques at GCSE and/or A-level with students using their own resource material and developing their confidence and fluency with making creative experiments. Students can develop their own responses using the techniques. There are questions so that students can write a final evaluation. After this set of work students should be confident and independent enough to find their own photographs and to develop their own idea for a final piece for Assessment Objective 4.

This resource contains: Information about the artist Antony Gormley, his piece " Field for the British Isles" and a working sheet for students,

Bring the world of textile art to life with this engaging 3-page resource, perfect for students or as a quick reference for all Art & Design courses. Packed with clear visuals, artist examples, key techniques, and creative prompts, this resource helps students explore texture, pattern, fabric manipulation, and mixed-media approaches with confidence. Includes: Concise artist profiles and visual inspiration Key vocabulary and textile techniques Practical tips and creative starting points for sketchbooks or coursework Ideal for classroom displays, student handouts, or independent research tasks, this printable resource supports both teachers and learners in developing textile-based projects that shine. Perfect for: Art & Design teachers, textile specialists, and creative learners looking for structured inspiration! or someone who just wants a good poster.

14 Malaysian Artists. One page per artist. Suitable for display. Please leave feedback if you found this resource helpful!

A list of useful artists and designers for both GCSE Art & Design and Graphic Communication. Each slide has examples by the artist as well as their name. These are useful for students looking to research artists as part of more independent projects.

A homework sheet looking at the artist and style of work of Rex Ray. Suitable for key stage 3.

Ppoint that goes through in detail some key designers

Enhance your students’ creative responses to the 2025 Pearson Edexcel GCSE Photography theme, “Gathering,” with this comprehensive artist research resource. This guide introduces a diverse selection of 33 artists and photographers whose work explores the concept of “Gathering” through innovative techniques, cultural narratives and thought-provoking compositions. What’s Included? Artist Profiles: Detailed insights into practitioners such as Magdalena Abakanowicz, Nan Goldin, and Archibald Motley, showcasing how their work connects to “Gathering.” Practical Analysis Tips: Suggestions on how students can analyse composition, lighting, and subject matter to inspire their own creative work. Research and Annotation Guidance: Prompts to help students link artist techniques and concepts to their personal projects. Diverse Media and Perspectives: Examples of traditional and contemporary practices across sculpture, photography, painting, and digital art, broadening students’ understanding of the theme. This resource aligns with the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Photography specification but can be easily adapted for use with other exam boards. It’s an ideal tool for guiding students as they research, analyse, and develop ideas for their final outcomes, ensuring a thoughtful and well-rounded approach to the 2025 theme.

Portraiture PPT

14 Emirati Artists. One page per artist. Suitable for display. Please leave feedback if you found this resource helpful!

A selection of different artists that can be used to help pupils to develop ideas for coursework and exam prep. Artist names included in PPT

Four landscape artists handouts for KS3, 4 & 5. Perfect for any art project. Each is A4 with several pictures and a brief introduction to the artist.

This worksheet gives your students 2 x A3 sheets of high quality imagery based around natural monoprinting with plants. The sheets have artist information and images of their process that can be undertaken for a full artist & technique development - ideal for helping GCSE and A Level students work more independently whilst guiding them with strong development tasks.

A selection of famous artists quotes to display in any art classroom, from Stephen Wiltshire to Freda Kahlo. Designed to be printed on a3 paper.

A super useful resource to support students when they annotate an artists work.

Project to teach KS3 students about the life and works of Artist and Architect Antoni Gaudi. Slides will enable students to analyse his works and then demonstrate their understand through a range of creative design activities.