Students are given the opportunity to work in a variety of media, materials, and processes, including Printmaking, Painting, Photograpohy and Design. The processes and techniques involved in these different Visual Art disciplines are taught, practised and discussed with reference to specific examples of artists’ work.

Drawing is an important aspect of each unit, with particular emphasis placed upon learning and developing observational drawing skills.

A strong focus is given to building skills and confidence with different art-making techniques, and to understanding, exploring, developing and resolving ideas through practical activities. Students’ art- making is informed by the study of the contexts in which artworks are made, and students learn how artists communicate ideas, and how artworks are interpreted.

Students engage with the Visual Art Curriculum in a fun and challenging way. Key Competencies are learned and developed through art-making activities.

Future pathway: Year 10 Visual Art prepares students for NCEA Level 1 by extending practical and theoretical knowledge, and by familiarising students with assessment procedures. Students who have an interest in the subject will be encouraged to continue their studies into Year 11.