Teacher in Charge: Ms W. van Heeswijk.
Who would be interested in this course?Any student with an interest in drawing and or painting.
This course emphasises development of practical visual art skills across a range of activities which include drawing, painting and printmaking. Students learn how to generate and develop visual ideas through mind mapping and concept drawing. Students are also introduced to art theory as well as New Zealand and international artists. Students will maintain a workbook for the duration of this course.
The course provides a foundation for NCEA Level 1 Visual Art, Level 1 Digital Media and Level 1 Photography.
Year 10 Options, Creative Arts
Year 11 Art - Digital Media, Year 11 Art - Painting, Year 11 Art - Photography
Career PathwaysFashion Designer, Valuer, Animator/Digital Artist, Architectural Technician, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Auctioneer, Automotive Refinisher, Tattoo Artist, Film/Television Camera Operator, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Conservator, Make-up Artist, Curator, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Photographer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryAll course related materials for use in class will be supplied by the school.