Level 1 Visual Arts is a practical course where students explore and develop their own creative ideas through drawing, painting, and/or printmaking. Students learn how to use established art-making conventions, develop confidence with materials, and build visual communication skills.
The course is designed to help students work independently and creatively while developing technical and conceptual understanding through guided art-making processes.
How to generate and develop visual ideas using drawing as a foundation
Practical skills in painting and/or printmaking
How to research and respond to established artists and art-making conventions
How to document and reflect on your ideas and process in a visual diary
How to create resolved artworks and a related series that clearly communicates your ideas
Achievement Standards
AS 91913 (1.2)
Produce a significant resolved artwork appropriate to established art making conventions
5 credits
Internal
AS 91914 (1.3)
Explore Visual Arts processes and conventions to inform own art making
5 Credits
Internal
AS 91915 (1.4)
Create a sustained body of related artworks in response to an art making proposition
5 Credits
External
Total Credits: 15
This course leads to Level 2 Painting, Printmaking, Design, Photography and sculpture.
Visual Art can lead to careers in a diverse range of professions – see your Art teacher or search Art careers online.
Visual Arts is more than just a subject; it's an opportunity to:
Enhance Creativity: Cultivate your imagination and problem-solving skills through artistic expression.
Develop Technical Skills: Gain proficiency in various art techniques and media.
Boost Confidence: Build self-esteem by creating and presenting your artwork.
Critical Thinking: Learn to analyze and interpret visual information critically.
Cultural Appreciation: Understand and appreciate diverse artistic traditions and contemporary practices.
Studying Visual Arts can lead to a wide array of career opportunities. Some potential paths include:
Artist
Graphic Designer
Photographer
Art Director
Animator
Curator or Gallery Manager
Art Teacher or Educator
Fashion Designer
Architect
Industrial Designer
Multimedia Specialist
Tattoo artist
Product design
There are no formal prerequisites for this course, but a strong interest in Visual Arts and a willingness to engage in the creative process is essential.
$100. Please note 50% of this cost must be paid by the end of Term One with 100% paid in full by the end of Term Two.
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