Visual Arts

Castlemaine North Primary believes that every child is a successful artist. Students participate in one session each week in a large fully equipped art room located in the heritage building. These sessions provide opportunities for students to creatively express themselves through a variety of media and learn about artists from a range of historical contexts and cultures; with experiences in painting, drawing, textiles, sculpture and printing making.

The program provides an enjoyable and stimulating environment in which fine and gross motor skills are enhanced and the development of creativity and individuality are expressed. Using elements such as line, shape, colour, texture and tone, students in Years 3-6 are introduced to art appreciation. Students’ artwork is displayed around the school to be appreciated by the wider school community.