Art

Art is a fundamental means of expression and communication in all societies. Through Art we gain a sense of our social and individual identity. Study in Art gives students access to the cultural diversity in their community and the broader Australian and international context. They learn to recognise and value the cultural forms and traditions that constitute artistic heritage.

COURSE CONTENT

In Art, students learn ways of experiencing, developing, representing and understanding ideas, emotions, values and cultural beliefs. They learn to take risks, be imaginative, question prevailing values, explore alternative solutions, engage in arts criticism, share opinions, extend the limits of Art, as well as to develop, practise and refine techniques.

Drawing and Painting Students will:

• manipulate art materials using painting and drawing observational techniques to represent a range of 3D objects on a 2D surface • use a variety of art materials to create a series of trials leading to a final artwork • respond to a given theme to create artwork/s that represent particular subject matter • analyse and write about their own and other peoples artworks using specific art language: art elements and principles.

Digital Photography Students will:

• use a digital camera as a means for artistic expression • build an understanding of digital photography as a digital form of analogue photography and analyse artworks from both contemporary and past photographers • plan and create digital still life artworks inspired by the work of existing artists • incorporate digital technologies including the use of Adobe programs eg:

Photoshop.

4D

Students will:

• use the media of film to produce artwork • explore time as a contemporary art element and investigate how artists use time to make digital artwork • analyse digital film and discuss how artists use time to make visual qualities in artwork and to tell stories.

ASSESSMENT

• Visual diary documenting the creative process. • Completed artwork. • Analysis.