Visual Arts Painting Level 1
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Robson.
PAINTING - YEAR 11
NCEA LEVEL 1
CODE: 11PAI
Aims:
This course will focus on the theme of the students whakapapapa (genealogy) and tuakiti ahurea (Identity). Students will learn to develop ideas in this theme through curiosity and critical thinking. As a part or our NZ curriculum students must learn our oral histories which we will do through learning about the Taonga Tuku Iho (local histories) of West Auckland.
Course Content:
The focus of the course is to strengthen skills in:
- Practical ability in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.
- Whakapapa, tuakiri auhurea and local curriculum
- Critical thinking, Idea development and sustainability.
Where can this subject take you?
Success in Level 1 Art will provide students with the basic knowledge and skills that will be useful for studying Level 2 Painting, Design, and Photography. This course is also important if students want to study Art and Design based degrees or want to make their career in a creative industry.
Total Credits Available 20
For further information see: Ms Robson.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 Painting will suit students who enjoy drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. To be successful at this subject it would be useful if students have some skill in the various artforms we will be doing (painting, printmaking, and sculpture). Students will need to be able to think creatively and imaginatively to develop ideas. Students would also need to finish off artworks outside of lesson
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Copywriter, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Dancer, Beauty Therapist, Tattoo Artist, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Make-up Artist, Curator, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Visual Merchandiser, Media Producer, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Hairdresser/Barber, Model, Photographer,
Disclaimer
Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2024. You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.
Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.
New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.