A detail from <i>Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear</i>, 1889, oil on canvas by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890). Image credit : The Courtauld
A detail from Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear, 1889, oil on canvas by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890). Image credit : The Courtauld
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A detail from <i>Surprised!</i>, 1891, oil on canvas by Henri Rousseau (1844–1910). Image credit : The National Gallery, London
A detail from Surprised!, 1891, oil on canvas by Henri Rousseau (1844–1910). Image credit : The National Gallery, London
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A detail from <i>The Tailor</i>, 2010, acrylic on paper by Lubaina Himid (b.1954) © the artist. Image credit: Manchester Art Gallery
A detail from The Tailor, 2010, acrylic on paper by Lubaina Himid (b.1954) © the artist. Image credit: Manchester Art Gallery
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A detail from <i>An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump</i>, 1765, oil on canvas by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734–1797). Image credit : The National Gallery, London
A detail from An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump, 1765, oil on canvas by Joseph Wright of Derby (1734–1797). Image credit : The National Gallery, London
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A detail from <i>An Old Woman Cooking Eggs</i>, 1618, oil on canvas by Diego Velázquez (1599–1660). Image credit : National Galleries of Scotland
A detail from An Old Woman Cooking Eggs, 1618, oil on canvas by Diego Velázquez (1599–1660). Image credit : National Galleries of Scotland
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Connecting children to art

The Superpower of Looking is transforming the visual literacy skills of children throughout the UK, using artworks as a starting point.
 
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The superpower of looking is the result of a partnership between ArtUk and the Freelands Foundation
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Art Adventure

Head on a journey with artist Sarah Graham to discover inspiring artworks from two galleries – all from your own classroom.

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The Superpower of Looking... at murals!

Join street artist Scott Irving for an introduction to the exciting world of murals.

Be inspired to to discover street art where you live and to create your own mural.

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Teacher Champions

Sign up for our scheme to support and reward teachers who use The Superpower of Looking in their classrooms.

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Everyone learning

Inclusive and adaptable ways to explore artworks to engage all students.

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Cross-curricular activities

Use The Superpower of Looking beyond the Art and Design curriculum.

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The Superpower of Looking videos

Each video features a different presenter exploring how they use the skill of close looking in their own lives.

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The Superpower of Looking Kit

Investigate and analyse any painting with this essential guide to unlocking the power of images.

Image credit: Dave Madden Photography

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Initial teacher training (ITT)

The Superpower of Looking for beginning and early-career educators teaching art.

Creative Break Time Residency. Image credit: Freelands Foundation

Creative Break Time Residency

More resources from Freelands Foundation

Explore a curated selection of practical and insightful resources and events to support primary school teachers in the art classroom.