Examples of Student Work & Creative Projects
Here is a small selection of work created by students at Stanhill Tutoring, showcasing their creativity, knowledge and skill development across a variety of subjects.
From GCSE coursework to art scholarship assessments and 11+ preparation, students across Oswaldtwistle, Blackburn, Accrington and surrounding areas have explored a wide range of topics using both traditional and experimental techniques.
Acrylic Painting – 16+ Art Scholarship
Irises
Painted using acrylics on canvas and cartridge paper for a 16+ art scholarship project.
Portrait Work
Mixed media using acrylic and oil wax crayons on canvas.
GCSE Textiles
Motif Designs
Year 9 students explored stitching techniques on felt to create textile motifs.
Sunflower Weaving
Inspired by close-up photography of real sunflowers, students created loom-woven pieces using cotton and wool yarns.
Clay Sculpture – 13+ Art Scholarship
Life & Death Series
Students explored symbolism and sculpture using clay and professional tools, inspired by the work of Michelangelo.
Includes clay skulls, leaves, pots and Viking masks.
Day of the Dead – KS3 Art, Design & Textiles
Students researched colours, symbols and traditions behind Día de los Muertos.
Work included:
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Mood boards and concept development
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Skull designs in felt with decorative stitching
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Paper-based stitched artwork
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Mark-making with crayons, drawing pens and pencils
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Tone and shadow exploration
Insect Illustration – Year 9
Students studied insect anatomy and texture using lead powder and pencil.
Detailed watercolour butterfly artworks were displayed in class exhibitions.
Calligraphy & Gilding – Historical Manuscripts
Inspired by a museum visit, students explored medieval manuscript techniques.
They practised live drawing, gouache painting and applied real gold leaf.
The Human Eye – GCSE Art
Highly detailed lead powder and pencil studies by Year 10 students as part of their GCSE coursework. These drawings demonstrate tone, texture and shading techniques.
Dancing Ladies – 16+ Scholarship
A 16+ student created a series exploring movement and form.
Work includes layered lead pencil sketches, ink detailing, and tonal development.
Maths in Practice
GCSE and 11+ students working on a range of maths topics:
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Geometry and algebra
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Practice exam papers
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Step-by-step problem solving
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Real-world maths applications
11+ Entrance Exam Preparation
Student work from 11+ and Common Entrance revision sessions, covering:
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Verbal reasoning
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Non-verbal reasoning
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Grammar and comprehension
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Step-by-step maths questions
Art & Design Scholarship Work – 13+ & 16+
Displayed student work for 13+ and 16+ art scholarship assessments, showcasing a wide range of media and techniques:
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Fine art
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Sculpture
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Product design
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Photography
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Textile (felting, weaving, silk painting, batik)
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Mixed media using pastel, acrylic, oil, chalk, ink and lead powder
Students explored how light, shadow and contrast affect mood and composition in visual art.
