Scraperboard - IntroductionThe desire to record thoughts and ideas extramurally has existed from earliest history to the present day - from hieroglyphics to the elaborate machine engraving of the twentieth century. Scraperboard fulfils the innate urge to decorate an otherwise plain surface - but without specialist tools, cumbersome materials or ...

  Before you can start printing, properly preparing your screen is essential. Tacking up your mesh ensures it’s taut, secure and ready for crisp, consistent results. Whether you’re working with 120 TPC, 90 TPC, or 43 TPC mesh, this guide will walk you through the steps to mount and tension your screen correctly, giving you a ...

Recently, we hosted a lino printing workshop with printmaker and educator Nick Morley, bringing together teachers and creatives for an afternoon of carving, printing, and learning new techniques.The session introduced participants to the fundamentals of lino printing while giving them the chance to experiment with tools and produce their own ...

About the School  Dubai English Speaking School (DESS) is one of Dubai’s most respected British curriculum schools, known for its strong academic standards and commitment to a well-rounded education. Creativity plays an important role in the school’s ethos, forming a key part of the student learning experience. To support this, ...

By Sarah Crowther (The Arty Teacher) IntroductionThis lesson effectively builds observational and mark-making skills through a hands on, engaging process that combines photography, coffee staining, and drawing. By working from a personal object, students are naturally motivated, and the structured stages support success while allowing for ...

Pigment powders are colour in its raw form.Before paint was packaged, before brushes standardised mark-making, colour existed loose, ground from minerals, earth and ash. Artists worked directly with it, responding to how it moved, stained and settled.That relationship with colour has never disappeared. Contemporary artists still return to pigment ...

  Elevate your creative practice with our Geometric Pigment & Foil Artwork project with the harmony of Art, Maths and Science.   In this project, you will explore the intersection of precision, physics and creativity. You’ll apply mathematical principles like geometry, symmetry and proportion to ensure accurate measurements ...

Candle Making - IntroductionCandle making is a timeless craft that combines creativity, science, and hands-on skill. From the traditional use of beeswax tapers to today’s wide variety of scented, coloured, and decorative candles, it offers a practical way to explore both artistic expression and material processes.   At its core, candle ...

  Master the fundamentals of three-dimensional design by exploring the anatomy and grace of a deer in clay!   This guide focuses on the transition from raw material to natural form, prioritising structural integrity, realistic proportions and surface detail. By observing the balance and skeletal framework of the animal, you will learn ...

Explore the key properties of different papers, thickness and texture to help you choose the right type for every project!DOWNLOAD