Middle Years Graphic Arts

Students use google tools to design banners, practice printing, tracing, and colouring within lines while expressing their interests through creative use of space and contrast.

Students create 8-bit pixel art, using rulers to draw straight lines while practicing precision and accuracy within the confines of each grid line.

Students use canva to design a themed pack of trading cards or quiz cards, incorporating images, text, fonts, and descriptions. They practice effective use of space and complete the process with machine lamination and precise cuts using a rotary cutter. 

Students design a personal coat of arms, incorporating typography and themed elements to represent themselves. This project emphasizes layout deign, creative expression, and thoughtful use of space and symbolism.

Students design a soup label using google tools or canva, focusing on appropriate use of space and layout. They follow detailed instructions to include image, product name, ingredients, barcode, and other elements to ensure everything fits cohesively within the design.

Students create drawn trading cards or emoji packs, incorporating voice and choice. This project enhances literacy skills, social emotional capability, typography, and design, while encouraging creativity and attention to detail.

Students create pins, personalized license plate magnets or bookmarks, and engage in physical projects. These activities encourage creativity while teaching the step by step process of making physical items, following safety rules, and mastering the art of creation.