LEVEL: Year 10
LENGTH: 1 Semester or a Full Year
Recommended background: Completion of Year 9 Art or Year 9 Design is preferred.
Content
This course consists of exploring and experimenting with a wide range of media, including: drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, assemblages and/or sculpture work. All areas developed will contain exercises of a preparatory nature and folio development, leading to major artworks.
Semester B:
Theory focus will be on major art movements including Surrealism and Pop Art, creating links and connections with both traditional and contemporary practical works.
Assessment
Students’ performance will be determined according to the subject’s Achievement Standards as outlined in the framework of the Australian Curriculum. Grades A to E will be used for reporting purposes.
Special Requirements: Students are required to supply an A3 display folio.
Leads to: Stage 1 Visual Arts – Art or Stage 1 Visual Arts – Design