Level 1 Visual Art (VAF101)
VAF101 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr R. Hatcliffe.
Recommended Prior LearningCompletion of Year 10 art would be an advantage but not essential.
This course offers the same assessments to those in Level 1 Design and Photography, so it's important to note that students cannot take VAF101 and DAP101
This Level 1 Visual Arts course enables students to further develop their creativity and provides opportunities for them to extend their interests in painting and sculpture. Students will learn how to generate, develop, refine and modify their own ideas around a theme and teacher directed programmes. Artist models will be researched to understand processes and procedures to assist students in expanding ideas using a range of mixed media. Students will be able to explore a variety of cultural contexts and produce a portfolio of finished paintings and drawings.
This course is recommended for students wishing to take Level 2 Painting and/or Level 2 Photography.
Course Overview
Term 1
The first assessment focuses on comparing and contrasting personal treasures and those from different cultures.
We create a large A3 Visual sketchbook which shows students using drawing, sketching and painting skills and conventions.
Term 2
We will be studying a variety of different sculptures. Students will design their own sculpture which reflects the culture of our school, creating small maquettes before creating a final sculpture.
Term 3
Our final assessment starts in Term 3 and extends into part of Term 4. A single folio board is used to produce a sustained body of related artworks in response to an art making proposition.
Term 4
Finalising folio boards.
Level 1 optional courses, Visual Arts
Detailed Course Outline Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
Level 2 Painting (PNT202), Level 2 Photography (PHO202)
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Contributions and Equipment/Stationery$55 Art pack purchased through College