The following courses are available for students to study in 2026

Practical Art 10Arx and 10Art (Half Year and Full Year options) 

Students will have the opportunity to experiment, create and express themselves and ideas through drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Students will develop a variety of artworks using different techniques, materials and concepts ranging from acrylic painting and woodblock carvings to charcoal drawings and ceramic sculptures. Students will also be introduced to a range of local and international artists, who will inspire and inform their art-making processes.

Students who are taking the full year course will have the opportunity to explore further, with more techniques and projects that will help them develop their skills and ideas.

Next step: Year 11Art Practical courses

Contact Person: Mrs Aindow cja@shirley.school.nz

Art Digital 10Adx (Half Year) 

Students will have the opportunity to experiment, create and express themselves and ideas through photography, digital drawing and illustration, design and animation. 

This course aims to teach technical skills using a variety of digital media, as well as developing ideas and providing an introduction into a number of artist models. Students will develop several artworks using different techniques, materials and concepts. This course will help students develop their creative thinking, problem solving, and visual communication skills – along with digital artwork that they are really proud of. 

Contact Person: Mrs Aindow cja@shirley.school.nz