7 Art Tasters

Arts Tasters Program

Subject Length: 2 semesters

Subject Fee: $40 (Cost subject to change)

In Year 7 Art, students will develop an understanding of all areas within the Arts including Music, Performing Arts (Dance and Drama), Visual Art, Visual Communication and Digital Art. Students will explore each of the Art subjects, tasting the theoretical and practical aspects of the area. Throughout the year, students will view and explore music-making, view live and recorded performances, create artworks with various mediums, design logos, explore technical drawing, and create several forms of digital artwork. 

What is studied?

Within this subject student learning is based upon the following key knowledge and concepts:

• Viewing and analysing areas of the Arts

• Exploring mediums, materials and process of art-making

• Development of a Visual Diary and Folio

What type of work is done?

Within this subject student learning is developed and assessed through:

• Theme development

• Creating works

• Presenting works

• Critiques and annotations

Additional Information

Future Pathways: Completion of year 10 Arts will allow students to proceed to VCE Art Subject Unit 1-4 and related VET applied certificate. Arts study is beneficial for entering many careers such as Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design,  Music Industry, Logo Design, Artist, Teacher etc.