An informed and sensitive response takes into account the contexts of the maker and the viewer and may involve the maker in self-evaluation. The visual arts also involve creating and communicating through images. Creating is a personally or culturally meaningful act dealing with the making of unique images. Communicating through images is a powerful means of expressing ideas and emotions to satisfy a range of personal and social needs. Displaying images is an important part of communication.
Images are powerful learning tools to help students connect to language.
The visual arts involve image-development and design processes that transform ideas and experiences into visual images. Images come from a variety of sources, and their further development requires the use of a variety of strategies. The problem may be initiated by oneself, others, or the environment. Evolving technologies require learners to develop attitudes, skills, and knowledge in response to innovation. It is essential that students at all levels have opportunities for image development using these evolving technologies, including computer technologies.