YEAR 12 PAINTING 

The study of Art enhances perception and focus. Art asks profound questions about the things we observe, imagine, and invent. How do we understand what we experience? How might we communicate the most important elements of the things we think, feel and see? 

Art is what makes us human. It helps us to make sense of our own lives and identify with the lives of others. It is also increasingly recognised as a driver of the innovative thinking needed to solve our world’s most pressing problems. Learning and practicing art, and tapping into your creativity, can make you better at whatever you do. It can also be a personal artistic journey and an opportunity for self-expression which is proven to enhance well-being and improves health and happiness. 

Studying Painting can open doors to creative industries such as:

• Artist, Photographer, Printmaker, Sculptor, Performance Art, Filmmaker

• Interior Design, Textile Design, Fashion Design, Costume and Set Designer

• Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Advertising, Web Design, Game Concept Artist, Architecture, Special Effects Designer

• Art Restorer, Gallery Curator, Exhibition Manager, Teacher, Art Historian

Visual skills are essential for a sophisticated workforce, so by studying Art you gain an education in the vital skills of learning to see and develop the ability to interpret and critique our image-saturated world. 

In this course you will learn to lead and manage your own personalised project inspired by your interests and passions, through an independent workbook practice and portfolio. You will advance your drawing skills using pencil, charcoal, pen and ink while developing your ability to draw with realism from observation.

You will learn painting skills through using oil paint, and dvelop understanding of alla-prima painting techniques. You will undertake research relevant to your particular artistic interests which will build your knowledge base of artists and styles. 

This course will provide flexibility and freedom to express your ideas and work creatively, as well as develop critical thinking and the ability to interpret the world around you.

Term 1: Representational painting through portraiture and landscape (Teacher led internal)

• • • Compositional studies through photography - understanding light and shadow 'chiaroscuro'

    • Drawing studies using dry media and ink

    • Painting using oil paint

Term 2: Developing your idea (Student led internal)

• Artist research

• Writing a proposal

• Developing paintings using oil paint

Term 3: Advancing work into folio (Student led external)

• Extend ideas through painting and art research

The whole year is project based and you will have the opportunity to develop a proposal based on whatever sparks your curiosity, guided by your teacher. 

To do this you will generate your own imagery, engage in art based research, and apply your ideas through the action of making artwork through an independent workbook practice and folio. Most of the time, you'll be drawing and painting! 

To find success in Year 12 Art you should enjoy being creative, curious, asking questions, taking risks, and thinking outside the box. You will also need to believe in the power of practice and finding inspiration through working.

It is recommended that you have attained a profienct levels or above in the Year 11 Art Course as this means you have already had experience developing skills within drrawing and painting. However, if you wish to select this subject with no prior Year 11 Art experience you are encouraged to request an interview with the HOD Art.

You may enrol in a maximum of two Year 12 Art courses.

Your work will be assessed through a workbook process for two internals. Your portfolio (consisting of two panels) will be externally assessed in Term 4. 

Achievement Standards:

• 2.2 - Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to painting  (Internal)

• 2.3 - Develop ideas in a related series of drawings appropriate to established painting practice  (Internal)

• 2.4 - Produce a systematic body of work that shows understanding of art making conventions and ideas within painting  (External)

Homework

There is an expectation that you reflect on and refine your work independently outside of the classroom. Homework enables you to practice managing your art tasks and projects through catching up on work, extending your skills and ideas, and sharing your work with your whānau at home. 

School Policy for NCEA Assessment

You should be aware of the school procedures for NCEA assessment.  They can be found on the school website at this link. There you will find answers to frequently asked questions about how NCEA works as well as guidance about how to apply for extensions, reconsiderations or the process for withdrawing from a standard.