Year 10 Visual Art

Why study Visual Art?

Creativity is essential in a global economy that needs a workforce that is knowledgeable, imaginative and innovative. Making and participating in the Arts aids the development of skills that will be necessary for our ākonga (students) futures. Leading people in any field are those who can think creatively and innovatively. Creativity is cited by business leaders as the top leadership competency for the future. Studying the arts teaches determination and resilience – qualities useful to any career. It teaches us that it is okay to fail, to not get things right the first time and to have the courage to start again. 

Not to mention, it is lots of fun and always hands-on!

In Year 10 Art ākonga learn to work both independently and collaboratively to construct meanings and produce artwork. Ākonga learn through practical work and the study of others’ art. They learn to make objects and images, to source and develop ideas, and to communicate and interpret meaning.  

Year 10 Art focuses on the concepts of creativity and connection. This course is divided into three interrelated areas (units) that explore a common ‘big picture’ idea – Whakapapa / Focus: Taha Whānau & Whenua.

The units of work are:

1. drawing into contemporary abstract painting (exploring Aotearoa's flora & fauna - whenua), 
2. an introduction to printmaking (a range of approaches that includes stencil making & using spraypaint), and
3. an introduction to sculpture (3D art-making practical skills).  

This course has been created as an introductory course for the specialist courses available in the senior school – it is a prerequisite for the Year 11 Visual Art and Digital Arts courses.

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Ākonga within this course will be able to participate in a group exhibition.