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What is English for Art?
“English for Art” refers to specialised English language instruction that develops vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills relevant to visual arts, art history, and related creative fields. Many universities offer academic English courses tailored for students on art degrees, helping them write critical analyses, present artistic concepts, and engage with scholarly debates in the arts (AEUK, 2026).
Describing Artwork (with a practice activity)
A short video on the four elements to include when describing a piece of art.
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Video Worksheet: click here
Describing Artwork
Describing Famous Paintings [new 2025]
This lesson provides students with structured language for describing famous paintings. Using set phrases organised under four categories: general description, style and technique, colours and mood, and personal interpretation, students analyse and describe five famous paintings. Suggested answers and expert commentary are provided for support. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Language Phrases for Describing Artwork [new 2025]
When describing art, we usually focus on four areas: general description, style and technique, colours and mood, and personal interpretation. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Grammar in Art Workbook
Grammar in Art Workbook [new 2025]
This 90+ page workbook supports students in practising essential grammar for academic English through the theme of art. Covering key structures such as tenses, passive voice, relative clauses, modals, and conditionals, each unit moves from explanation and sentence-level practice to short academic writing tasks. Activities include matching, gap fills, reordering, and guided paragraph writing with peer feedback checklists to encourage reflection and accuracy. Designed for classroom or self-study use, the workbook helps learners connect grammar practice directly to academic contexts. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Vocabulary in Art Workbook
Vocabulary in Art Workbook [new 2025]
ART Reading & Summary Writing Tests
Abstract Art
Reading Test: Abstract Art [new 2025]
Writing Summary: Abstract Art [new 2025]
This writing summary introduces students to the development, debates, and contemporary relevance of abstract art while building key academic reading skills. The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answer. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
The Terracotta Army
Reading Test: The Terracotta Army [new 2025]
This reading test explores the discovery, construction, purpose, and conservation of the Terracotta Army, one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds of the twentieth century. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true/ false; reference words; citations; and a vocabulary task. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Writing Summary: The Terracotta Army [new 2025]
This summary writing explores the discovery, construction, purpose, and conservation of the Terracotta Army, one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds of the twentieth century The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answer. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Ceiling
Reading Test: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Ceiling [new 2025]
Writing Summary: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Ceiling [new 2025]
Listenings: English for Art TED-Ed Art Downloads
Mona Lisa
Leonardo da Vinci
The Scream
Edvard Munch
The Black Square
Kazimir Malevich
Guernica
Pablo Picasso
Judith Beheading Holofernes
Artemisia Gentileschi
Why is the Mona Lisa so famous? by TED-Art (2022) [new 2025]
The focus of this 5.19-minute lecture is to examine the reasons behind the Mona Lisa’s extraordinary fame. It begins by introducing Leonardo da Vinci’s artistic achievements and innovations in the painting’s technique. It then looks at the theft of the Mona Lisa in 1911 and how media attention boosted its status. Finally, it considers how reproductions, pop culture, and modern tourism have helped maintain its global reputation. The worksheet includes short-answer questions, matching tasks, gap fill, and critical thinking prompts. Level ***** [B2/C1] Video [05.19]
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Why is “The Scream” screaming? by TED-Ed Art (2024) [new 2025]
The focus of this 5-minute lecture is to explain the history and meaning of Edvard Munch’s The Scream. It begins with the artist’s personal life and events that shaped his emotional expression. It then explores the painting’s composition, symbolism, and colour choices, highlighting how Munch conveyed anxiety and human vulnerability. Finally, it discusses the painting’s cultural impact and continued relevance. The worksheet includes short-answer questions, gap fill, and critical thinking prompts. Level *****[B2/C1] Video [05.03]
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Why is this painting of a black square famous? by TED-Ed Art (2023) [new 2025]
The focus of this 5.40-minute lecture is to explore Kazimir Malevich’s revolutionary painting Black Square. It begins with the historical context of its first exhibition in 1915 and early public reactions. It then examines the painting’s unusual visual features, Cubist influence, and the symbolism behind its abstract simplicity. The talk also discusses technical analysis revealing hidden layers beneath the surface and reflects on the painting’s lasting influence in the art world. The worksheet includes short-answer questions, matching tasks, and critical thinking prompts. Level ***** [B2/C1] Video [05.40]
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Why is this painting so shocking? TED-Ed Art (2019) [new 2025]
The focus of this 5-minute lecture is to explain the historical and artistic significance of Pablo Picasso’s Guernica. It begins by outlining the events of the 1937 bombing of the Basque village and Picasso’s motivation for painting the work. It then examines the painting’s style, symbolic elements, and emotional impact, before discussing its enduring influence as an anti-war statement. The worksheet includes short-answer questions, gap fill, and critical thinking prompts. Level *****[B2/C1] Video [05.04]
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Artemisia Gentileschi: The woman behind the paintings by TED-Ed Art (2022) [new 2025]
The focus of this 5.30-minute lecture is to explore the life and work of Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi. It begins with her early training and career in Rome before examining her groundbreaking depictions of women in art. The talk analyses selected works for their themes, symbolism, and dramatic style, and considers the challenges she faced as a female artist in the 17th century. The worksheet includes short-answer questions, gap fill, matching tasks, and critical thinking prompts. Level ***** [B2/C1] Video [05.30]
The Terracotta Army
Video Lecture
A short 11:25 minute PPT lecture on ‘The conservation of the Terracotta Army’.
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Listening Test
Listening Test: The conservation of the Terracotta Army [new 2025]
This listening test examines the scientific, ethical, and practical challenges of conserving the Terracotta Army. Question types include gap-fills, definition writing, true/false questions, open-ended responses, and multiple-choice. It also includes teacher’s notes, pre-listening vocabulary task, note-taking pages, answer key and full transcript with highlighted answers. Level *****[B1/B2/C1] VIDEO [11.25 / MP3 / PPT DOWNLOAD /
Reading Test & Writing Summary
Reading Test: The Terracotta Army [new 2025]
This reading test explores the discovery, construction, purpose, and conservation of the Terracotta Army, one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds of the twentieth century. The reading test includes: matching headings to paragraphs; true/ false; reference words; citations; and a vocabulary task. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Writing Summary: The Terracotta Army [new 2025]
This summary writing explores the discovery, construction, purpose, and conservation of the Terracotta Army, one of the most extraordinary archaeological finds of the twentieth century The summary task includes: note-taking worksheet with key, summary writing exercise with one sample summary, and a critical thinking worksheet with suggested answer. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
Topic-based Lesson: Terracotta Army
The Terracotta Army Lesson PDF Book [new 2025]
AMAZING VALUE – Five lessons in one book. Introduction, reading test, summary writing, lecture listening test & seminar.
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Speaking Test Lesson: Terracotta Army
The Terracotta Army Speaking Test [new 2025]
This academic speaking test is similar to the Cambridge B2 First (FCE) speaking exam. It provides valuable speaking practice around the topic of the Terracotta Army. The test is divided into four parts; general topics, photograph comparison, a task and opinion based questions. Level ***** [B1/B2/C1]
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