Students who are identified as being gifted in the arts exhibit several or all of the following characteristics:

1. The student exhibits superior ability in expressing ideas visually and can create art works in drawing and a variety of mediums.

2. The student possesses a high curiosity level and active imagination.

3. The student seeks challenging experiences and is goal‐oriented with high personal standards.

4. The student is capable of original thinking and develops unique, unconventional solutions to artistic problems.

5. The student responds with ease and enthusiasm to creating art projects.

6. The student works well independently, with concentration and focus, for long periods of time