Year 8
Duration Full Year
This course is designed to extend students’ opportunities to express ideas visually using a range of media and techniques, both 2D and 3D. They will also apply the design process to create visual communication designs within each design field.
Students will complete a folio of paintings, drawings, mixed media and three dimensional works. Students will acquire a vocabulary of appropriate art/design terminology and appreciate works of various art/design styles and artists/designers. The unit will also enable students to develop an awareness and appreciation of historical and cultural artworks.
Goal
To encourage students to express their ideas visually using a variety of media
To develop skills and techniques using a range of materials both 2D and 3D
To encourage students to develop confidence in working with art and design materials
To foster an appreciation of artworks and design works made with particular cultural and historical context
Assessment Tasks
Artworks and Visual Arts Journal
Art Appreciation
Contact teacher: Ms Fiona Szabo
credit: TRAN Andy , Ceramic Turtle , 2022, Melbourne