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Do you like drawing or painting?
I like drawing as a way to relax, although I am not very talented. I sometimes sketch people or landscapes in a notebook.
Did you learn art at school?
Yes, we had one lesson per week. I enjoyed it because the teacher gave us freedom to be creative, not just copy pictures.
Do you visit art galleries?
Occasionally. I like modern art because it makes me think, even when I do not completely understand it.
Is art important in education?
Yes. It develops creativity and patience, and it gives students who are not strong in other subjects a chance to succeed.
Do you have any paintings at home?
A few. My mother likes landscape paintings, so there are several in the living room, and one of them was painted by my uncle.
Would you like to improve your drawing skills?
Yes, I would like to take a short course. Learning basic techniques would let me express my ideas better.
Useful vocabulary
- sketch — a quick drawing
- gallery — a place to display art
- creative — using imagination
- landscape — a picture of natural scenery
- express yourself — show your feelings or ideas
- talented — having natural ability
- modern art — art from recent times
Tips for this topic
- It is fine to say you are not an expert; explain what you enjoy.
- Use “would like to” for plans.
- Give a reason why art matters.
Study guides
How Is IELTS Scored in Speaking and Writing? Criteria, Weighting and Rounding
The short answer first, then the Speaking and Writing criteria tables, how Task 1 and Task 2 combine and how the overall band is rounded.
IELTS Speaking Band Descriptors Explained in Plain English
The IELTS Speaking test is marked on four criteria. Here is what each one means at bands 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, with short examples you can compare with your own answers.
IELTS Speaking Part 2: How Many Minutes to Speak (With a Practice Timer)
How long Part 2 lasts (1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak), a practice timer, a four-step structure and a model answer.