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1 SChools programme 2016/17 History art Design culture wattsgallery.org.uk/learn 1

Book now 01483 901805 WATTS GALLERY - ARTISTS VILLAGE Galleries Chapel Artists Home & Studios Join us at the Artists Village in 2017 for our historic bicentennial year, celebrating 200 years of

2 Book now WATTS GALLERY - ARTISTS VILLAGE Galleries Chapel Artists Home & Studios Join us at the Artists Village in 2017 for our historic bicentennial year, celebrating 200 years of George Frederic Watts. Explore the newly opened Watts Studios dedicated to the work of G F and Mary Watts, and gain insight into the space where they created their masterpieces. Discover inspiring cross-curricular learning through art, architecture and design themes, which supports the national curriculum and post-14 exam syllabuses. G F and Mary Watts passionately believed that art was for everyone. They helped young and emerging artists, teaching art and design to people with little access to it. This practice continues today with our contemporary art and learning programme for all ages. A class visit will support learning objectives in the national curriculum and post-14 exam syllabuses and contribute to students spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. The learning I observed was based on excellent first-hand experiences and offered the children real opportunities to engage with the art which surrounded them. The range of activities allowed the children to stay on task and fresh throughout the day. Folly Hill, November 2015 Watts Gallery - Artists Village Exhibitions 3 Self-Guided Visits 4 Tours 5 Workshops 6 Exclusive Teacher Events 10 Facilities 12 Booking Your Visit 13 wattsgallery.org.uk/learn schools@wattsgallery.org.uk 2 Watts Gallery - Artists Village Down Lane, Compton, Surrey, GU3 1DQ

3 wattsgallery.org.uk/learn Watts Gallery Foyle Pottery Studio Watts Studios & Clore Learning Studio Watts Chapel The Tea Shop & Old Kiln Wilfrid Blunt Woodlands Toilet & Changing Facilities Mini Bus Parking Coach Drop Off 4 1

Watts Gallery artists village Book now 01483 901805 Watts Gallery Be inspired by the paintings and sculptures on permanent display in Watts Gallery, which opened in 1904 and was purpose built to

Greek myths, portraits, famous Victorians, symbolism, public art and art & design techniques are just some of the themes to be explored.

Immerse yourself in the studio of G F Watts, where unfinished canvases are displayed on easels, with tools and furniture placed back in their original setting.

Explore materials, design, heritage techniques, nature and social history. Watts Chapel Discover Arts & Crafts design at this Grade I listed building, designed and built by Mary Watts.

4 Watts Gallery artists village Book now Watts Gallery Be inspired by the paintings and sculptures on permanent display in Watts Gallery, which opened in 1904 and was purpose built to display work by the famous Victorian artist, G F Watts. Explore the social and environmental ideas Watts cared about from women s rights and poverty to pollution and the protection of birds. Greek myths, portraits, famous Victorians, symbolism, public art and art & design techniques are just some of the themes to be explored. Watts Studios Visit the new museum situated within the former home of G F and Mary Watts. See films, portraits, diaries, sketchbooks and artefacts that tell the history of the Artists Village. Immerse yourself in the studio of G F Watts, where unfinished canvases are displayed on easels, with tools and furniture placed back in their original setting. Visit the Mary Watts Gallery to explore design in different materials including pottery, sculpture and painting through tactile exhibits and films. Explore materials, design, heritage techniques, nature and social history. Watts Chapel Discover Arts & Crafts design at this Grade I listed building, designed and built by Mary Watts. Covered with patterns and symbols inspired by nature and cross-cultural themes, the decorative terracotta tiles and unusually painted chapel interior were designed by Mary and created by the local community. Explore symbolism, local history, pottery, architecture and design. The De Morgan Collection The display of The De Morgan Collection festures ceramics and oil paintings from William and Evelyn De Morgan. The remarkable ceramics and oil paintings allow students to explore nature, materials and the use of pattern. 2

photographic items from the Watts Gallery Collection and loans from London Stereoscopic Company.

See images of Victorian celebrities, and discover the rise of photography as art through the images of Julia Margaret Cameron and Henry Holiday.

5 Exhibitions wattsgallery.org.uk/learn Close Up & Personal: Victorians & Their Photographs 14 June - 13 November 2016 Close Up & Personal: Victorians & Their Photographs is an exciting new exhibition of photography and photographic items from the Watts Gallery Collection and loans from London Stereoscopic Company. The exhibition explores how the Victorians adapted this new medium for their entertainment and quickly became obsessed by it. See images of Victorian celebrities, and discover the rise of photography as art through the images of Julia Margaret Cameron and Henry Holiday. Interact with stereoscopic viewers (the first 3D photographic technique), and take a Victorian-style photograph in costume. Untold Stories: Pictures from Private Collections 22 November June 2017 Untold Stories Pictures from Private Collections is an exhibition about the art of collecting, offering a unique opportunity to look behind the closed doors of private collections and uncover the personal history of pictures rarely in the public eye. Paintings by famous artists such as Dante Gabriel Rossetti ( ) and John Singer Sargent ( ) will sit alongside works by artists much sought after by collectors such as Thomas Cooper Gotch ( ) and Alan Beeton ( ). England s Michelangelo 20 June - 26 November 2017 In 2017, the Artists Village will stage a major exhibition to celebrate the bicentenary of G F Watts s birth. This dynamic display will bring together a carefully chosen selection of the artist s most striking and impressive works, on loan from collections both in the UK and abroad. This exhibition will reinvigorate Watts s reputation, while showcasing and exploring the wide range of his artistic genres, from symbolism, social realism and spirituality to portraiture, philanthropy and pictorial allegory. 3

SELF-GUIDED VISITS Book now 01483 901805 Tuesday Friday Free Pre-booking essential Discover the Artists Village independently with a Self-Guided Visit.

6 SELF-GUIDED VISITS Book now Tuesday Friday Free Pre-booking essential Discover the Artists Village independently with a Self-Guided Visit. Bring your cameras and sketchbooks, and use our teachers notes to help uncover the history of the Artists Village. I really enjoyed my visit to the new Watts Studios, as it gives insight into the processes of Watts s work. Year 10 Student, January 2016 Spark creative ideas by exploring the permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, sculptures, architecture and woodlands to inspire projects in Literacy, Geography and Science. 4

TOURS ART HISTORY DESIGN ENGLISH wattsgallery.org.uk/learn 1 hour, 40 Maximum group size 30 Develop students knowledge and understanding of Art, History, English and Design with interactive tours.

inspiring temporary exhibitions. Costumed Tour Recommended for KS 1 2 Explore the Artists Village with G F Watts as your guide.

7 TOURS ART HISTORY DESIGN ENGLISH wattsgallery.org.uk/learn 1 hour, 40 Maximum group size 30 Develop students knowledge and understanding of Art, History, English and Design with interactive tours. See portraits of famous Victorians, inspiring Art Nouveau design, paintings with political messages, Arts & Crafts architecture, decorative ceramics, dramatic sculpture, sketches, photographs and inspiring temporary exhibitions. Costumed Tour Recommended for KS 1 2 Explore the Artists Village with G F Watts as your guide. Become an artist s apprentice and be inspired by stories about the famous people he painted, the materials he used and what inspired his work. Art Detective Tour Recommended for KS 1-5 Use magnifying glasses and props to discover Watts Gallery. Popular themes for KS 1-2 include Greek Myths & Legends, Portraiture, Materials and Victorian Life. Popular themes for KS 3-5 include Pre-Raphaelite Art, Political Art, Art Techniques and Portraiture. Design Detective Tour Recommended for KS 3 5 Take a tour of the Artists Village to discover more about the Arts & Crafts design movement and Art Nouveau. Investigate architecture, typography, pattern, colour, materials and cross cultural influences. Make a record of your design discoveries on digital tablets and in sketchbooks to take back to school. Heritage Tour Recommended for KS 1 3 Join a storytelling adventure to discover more about the lives of G F and Mary Watts. Use digital tablets to undertake interactive activities around Watts Studios, discovering hidden archival materials, drawings, maps and diaries to put together the story of how the Wattses created the Artists Village. Local History 5

WORKSHOPS ART CRAFT DESIGN NATURE Book now 01483 901805 4 hours, including lunch break, 90 Maximum group size 30 Maxium group size for pottery 15 Explore the Artists Village in the morning, before

Practical workshops provide an inspiring opportunity to engage students interest and develop creative thinking, communication and analytical skills.

Explore different techniques they used before making drawings of sculpture casts in the galleries and experimenting with different drawing materials at easels in the Clore Learning Studio.

8 WORKSHOPS ART CRAFT DESIGN NATURE Book now hours, including lunch break, 90 Maximum group size 30 Maxium group size for pottery 15 Explore the Artists Village in the morning, before taking part in practical activities with professional artists in the afternoon. Practical workshops provide an inspiring opportunity to engage students interest and develop creative thinking, communication and analytical skills. Drawing Recommended for KS 2 5 Experience what it was like to be an art student in the 19th century. See archival drawings by G F and Mary Watts to discover how they created drawings. Explore different techniques they used before making drawings of sculpture casts in the galleries and experimenting with different drawing materials at easels in the Clore Learning Studio. Design Recommended for KS 2 5 Discover more out about the Arts & Crafts design movement and Art Nouveau style. See designs for bookplates, stamps, weathervanes, rugs, pots, jewellery, fireplaces and architecture. Explore natural and cultural influences from peacocks to Celtic knots and Egyptian art, before returning to the Clore Learning Studio to design and print a calico bag, badge or bookplate. Printmaking Recommended for KS 1-3 Discover how Victorian artists were inspired through nature by seeing paintings, drawings and ceramics by the Wattses and William and Evelyn De Morgan. Explore the outdoor landscape at Watts Studios with an artist, and discover plants to draw and use in a printed artwork. Outdoor Learning 6

9 Painting Recommended for KS 2 5 G F Watts experimented with different kinds of painting materials and techniques. Visit Watts Studios to see unfinished painting experiments and letters to Winsor & Newton that explore how Watts worked. Visit Watts Gallery to see completed paintings on display before stretching canvas, mixing pigments and oils and creating paintings to take away. Painting outdoors is optional in fine weather. Pottery Recommended for KS 1 5 Discover the story of Watts Chapel and how it was made by local people. Explore the symbolism and patterns and the beautiful ceramics of Arts & Crafts artist William De Morgan whilst gathering ideas for designs. See the historic pugmill and watch a professional potter demonstrate techniques before experimenting with clay in the Foyle Learning Studio. wattsgallery.org.uk/learn We had a fabulous time and the girls enjoyed all of the activities we were involved in. Upton House, August 2015 Sculpture Recommended for KS 1 5 Investigate large-scale gesso models, small maquettes and sculptures in different materials around the Artists Village. Create sketches and maquettes to use as inspiration, before watching an artist demonstration and making an individual sculpture in plaster or a collaborative sculpture in willow. 7

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Artists Village. Investigate the diaries of Mary Watts and oral histories of people who worked and lived nearby.

11 WORKSHOPS HISTORY ENGLISH CITIZENSHIP wattsgallery.org.uk/learn 4 hours including lunch break, 90 Maximum group size 30 Local History A Local Study Recommended for KS 2-5 Discover the lives of significant people who visited, lived and worked at the Artists Village. Investigate the diaries of Mary Watts and oral histories of people who worked and lived nearby. Explore maps, outdoor monuments, films and historical photographs to piece together the heritage of the Artists Village. Use your research to create an imaginative report or documentary film in the afternoon that can be shared with the whole school. The children thoroughly enjoyed themselves and learned so much. I always love visiting Watts Gallery, and it was rewarding to share such a lovely place with my young students. Barfield School, August 2014 Campaign Recommended for KS 2 5 Learn about the social, political, spiritual and environmental issues that inspired G F Watts s art. Learn how Victorians campaigned through art and words. Debate social and political questions before making visual campaigns about contemporary issues that matter today. Costumes Recommended for KS 1 2 G F Watts was a famous portrait artist. Examine portraits of well-known Victorians, including Florence Nightingale, before trying on replica clothes to re-enact the stories in the paintings. Create a photographic carte-de-visite to take back to school. 9

Exclusive TEACHERs events Book now 01483 901805 Whole School Professional Development, INSET and CPD50 We plan bespoke training days for your department or whole school.

12 Exclusive TEACHERs events Book now Whole School Professional Development, INSET and CPD50 We plan bespoke training days for your department or whole school. Contact us to discuss your requirements and to develop ideas. Watts Studios Summer School Tuesday 25 Friday 28 July including lunch, refreshments and all art materials throughout the week. Suitable for educators working with KS 1-4 Participate in this intensive one-week summer school to gain inspiration for new ways of working. Develop your history of art and design knowledge, and learn practical art, craft and design skills from contemporary makers. Discover ways of using heritage collections imaginatively in your schemes of work. The new galleries bring the old galleries to life they put them in context. Guildford County, January 2016 Includes teaching materials to use at school 10

wattsgallery.org.uk/learn Teachers Evening Free, refreshments included Book online or RSVP to schools@wattsgallery.org.uk Visit the Artists Village after hours, discover new inspiration and meet with fellow educators.

13 wattsgallery.org.uk/learn Teachers Evening Free, refreshments included Book online or RSVP to Visit the Artists Village after hours, discover new inspiration and meet with fellow educators. Explore the collection with staff from the Artists Village, see examples of recent school case studies and work with an artist to explore how the collection links to your subject area. Wednesday 5 October pm, Watts Studios Discover more about the archival material available on site, including original glass plate negatives. Work with an artist to explore how the Wattses used photography and how to inspire learning in subjects including Art, Science, English, History and Design. Wednesday 8 February pm, Watts Studios Hear about the latest plans in advance of the bicentenary of Watts s birth on 23 February Work with artists and conservators to explore his painting and sculpture techniques in new ways, and find out about upcoming school projects to celebrate 200 years of G F Watts. 11

FACILITIES Book now 01483 901805 The Clore Learning Studio The newly opened and fully accessible Clore Learning Studio boasts a purpose-built studio (accommodates 30 students) as well as an outdoor

The Clore Learning Studio is equipped with materials and tools for a range of activities including easels, printing presses, mannequins, sewing machines, projectors, height adjustable tables and

Equipped with a kiln, pottery wheels and numerous carving and moulding tools, the Foyle Pottery Studio is an inspiring space to work in with natural light and an outdoor terrace.

14 FACILITIES Book now The Clore Learning Studio The newly opened and fully accessible Clore Learning Studio boasts a purpose-built studio (accommodates 30 students) as well as an outdoor learning space. The Clore Learning Studio is equipped with materials and tools for a range of activities including easels, printing presses, mannequins, sewing machines, projectors, height adjustable tables and digital tablets. The Foyle Pottery Studio A unique building accommodating 15 students for pottery classes. Equipped with a kiln, pottery wheels and numerous carving and moulding tools, the Foyle Pottery Studio is an inspiring space to work in with natural light and an outdoor terrace. The Artists Village Woodlands Surrounding Watts Gallery and Watts Studios, the woodlands were a source of inspiration and wellbeing for G F and Mary Watts. Explore the natural environment and historical monuments. WCs Fully accessible lavatories are located at Watts Studios and Watts Gallery. Lunch space Schools can eat a picnic lunch outside in fine weather or in The Old Kiln or Clore Learning Studio in poor weather. Parking Mini-bus parking bays can be booked. There is a coach drop-off point with nearby parking on the Loseley Estate. 12

BOOKING YOUR VISIT wattsgallery.org.uk/learn To book 01483 901 805 schools@wattsgallery.org.uk Watts Gallery Artists Village, Down Lane, Compton, Surrey, GU3 1DQ All visits (including self-guided visits) must be booked at least three weeks in advance.

Arrange a free pre-visit Contact us to arrange a free pre-visit with a member of the learning team or to discuss how we can meet your school needs. Charges Self-guided school group visits are free.

15 BOOKING YOUR VISIT wattsgallery.org.uk/learn To book Watts Gallery Artists Village, Down Lane, Compton, Surrey, GU3 1DQ All visits (including self-guided visits) must be booked at least three weeks in advance. Where possible, times of workshops and tours can be adapted to meet the needs of schools. Arrange a free pre-visit Contact us to arrange a free pre-visit with a member of the learning team or to discuss how we can meet your school needs. Charges Self-guided school group visits are free. Prices for workshops and tours exclude VAT. Cancellation charges apply when less than ten days notice are given. Access and Special Educational Needs Watts Gallery, Watts Studios, Clore Learning Studio and Foyle Pottery Studio are fully wheelchair accessible. Please note that the walk to Watts Chapel is quite steep, and the Chapel is not currently wheelchair accessible. All tours and workshops can be adapted, and we welcome students with special educational needs. Staff are experienced at working with young people with learning and physical disabilities. We offer multi-sensory tours for students with visual impairments and PMLD. 13

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Art & Design GCSE. Ms Parks, Head of Art & Design

Art & Design GCSE. Ms Parks, Head of Art & Design Results In 2017 65% of students achieved A*- A 91% of students achieved A*- B 100% of students achieved A*- C grades Technology Why Study Art? We live in a visual world Animation Look around you.how many