appreciating art; painting

Unit 2

Visual Arts: The elements of art and design principles used in creating and appreciating art; painting

In this unit we review the elements of art and the principles of design. You are familiar with these elements and principles, discussed and applied in Grades 7 and 8. Get to know the terminology and visual components used in creating and appreciating art.

This unit also focuses on how to apply elements of art and design principles when creating a two-dimensional artwork (painting). You will explore a variety of painting techniques, brush applications, colour-mixing and combine it with personal interpretation and expression.

Creating art takes time. Take this into consideration when planning your term and weekly timetable. Try to work on the practical tasks and theoretical work simultaneously. Understand the content and expected outcomes of this unit and plan accordingly. Paint takes time to dry; please do not wait for it to do so. Use the time to plan ahead.

CHALLENGE How do I recognise a good work of art?

Learning objectives

After completing this unit, you must be able to:

y name and explain the elements of art and principles of design y identify and discuss the elements of art and principles of design in a variety of artworks (paintings) y plan,executeandreflectonyourownartwork(painting) y identify and discuss artists and artworks of the Pre-Raphaelite

Brotherhood y identify and discuss impressionist artists and artworks y copy the techniques of the impressionists y apply knowledge of the elements of art and principles of design in creating an artwork y apply knowledge of the elements of art and principles of design in the appreciation of art