The present research study deepens the knowledge on the viewpoints of future primary education teaching professionals regarding issues associated with the educational system and its creative capacity. A study was carried out with 216 students undertaking a Primary Teaching Degree at the University of Granada (Spain). Participants were required to develop a conceptual photograph which reflected their thoughts regarding weaknesses of the educational system. The resultant pieces served as a research tool following the performance of formal and content analysis. The future teachers identify weaknesses classified in two broad spheres. The first refers to issues of a political or institutional nature which affect education at a general level, while the second refers to teaching methods and education at a more localised or specific level. This line of work in art education will serve to stimulate a critical view of the educational system with regards to the training of future teachers.