Visual Arts Painting Level 1
11PAI Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms K. Robson.
Entry RequirementsLevel 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
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.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
Visual Arts Design Level 2, Painting Level 2, Photography Level 2