Researching different styles of art is really important for students in their first year of Art & Design. It helps them come up with new ideas. Here are some ways that learning about these art movements helps students develop their own concepts:

1. Understanding the Background and Getting Inspired

• Students look into different art movements like Impressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. For example, when studying artists like Monet, who showed how light works in their paintings, students can get ideas about using colors and brush strokes in their own artwork.

2. Trying New Things

• By looking at different artistic styles, students feel encouraged to think outside the box. For instance, they might take ideas from Abstract art, where shapes are changed or exaggerated, and use that to create their own unique versions of real-life scenes.

3. Starting Conversations

• Researching art sparks interesting discussions in class. Students can talk about how Expressionism makes people feel compared to the detailed work of Realism. This helps them explain their thoughts better and improve their ideas.

4. Using New Techniques

• Learning about different sculpture styles might inspire a student to make 3D art with mixed materials. Imagine a student creating something using paper-mâché inspired by Louise Nevelson’s sculptures made from different objects.

In short, studying art movements gives students a lot of ideas, techniques, and viewpoints. This boosts their creativity and helps them express their own artistic skills better.