Learning
ArtSpark is a series of free learning resources that bring you closer to artworks and artists in the Government Art Collection. Age is no limit – there are activities and ideas for children and adults. Teachers and families will find plenty of ideas and inspiration to support classroom and online learning.
Find suggestions on how to engage with Lubaina Himid’s artwork in the Collection – from exploring the artist’s themes and techniques, to pointers on curriculum links.
Explore Samuel Fordham’s work with photography, text, video and sound that tells intimate stories highlighting childhood, family welfare and equality.
Michaela Yearwood-Dan often depicts topics based on observations of society and self. Did she always know she was going to be an artist?
Explore Madelynn Green’s art – how does she use photo and video, as well as her imagination to create art?
Mohammed Sami talks about personal things in his art, like how, when he came from Sweden, his plug didn’t fit the British socket.
This sculpture is by Black British artist, Ronald Moody. Find out about this sculpture’s amazing journey around the world.
What is the story behind Gillian Wearing’s 1994 video work Dancing in Peckham? Make some moves of your own, or try making your own film.
The oldest work in the Collection is a portrait of King Henry VIII. But what links Henry VIII to Stormzy?
This is the earliest work by a woman in the Collection. Discover the story of the portrait and its artist.
Our learning content is royalty free, all we ask is that the artists and the Government Art Collection are credited where appropriate.