About the Course
We follow the AQA specification for Art Textiles. This course aims to provide students with a broad foundation in Textiles, promoting the individual and creative development of students’ work. Art Textiles offers a varied and creative approach to fabric development generated by an understanding of professional contexts including fashion, interior design and accessory design. An exploration of surface pattern, texture and material construction processes enable students to develop a creative portfolio of work. Students explore visual information to develop creative investigations into textiles and fashion. Experimentation into techniques and processes includes print, stitch, dye, embroidery, weave and garment construction, to develop an understanding of shape, form, pattern, texture and colour. All practical work is supported by critical analysis of relevant sources. Students are encouraged to visit exhibitions and galleries in order to gather primary and secondary research. Research methods including drawing, photography and fabric manipulation will also be used to generate a wealth of ideas. Students’ diverse and individual approaches can be realised in a variety of outcomes including fine art textiles, fashion design, illustration and textile design. Establishing confidence and skillfulness with a variety of textile processes is key to the course.