Art Special option, with the theory aspects being incidental to the practical piece in hand. These students do not sit the theory examinations. The Year 9 Art course provides a broad range of experiences. The course is divided into four units, one per term. Students complete a unit each of drawing, painting, print making and a three dimensional investigation which includes ceramics.
Emphasis is placed on the generation of creative concepts and the development of craftsmanship.
Throughout the semester students will produce a folio of both two and three dimensional pieces, working in a variety of media. All students will complete a drawing and theory programme using a series of worksheets which will be used both in class and as homework. Computer generated images will be required to answer some of the set tasks. A sketch book will be used for this purpose and parents are asked to examine this periodically. Students will sit for a mid and end of year theory paper based on practical knowledge gained through experiences with the various media, as well as the design skills and fine art theory encountered throughout the year.