Yr 10 Art
10VRT Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs S. Waanders.
Recommended Prior LearningOpen Entry
You will learn to:
Develop and refine practical skills by applying knowledge of art and design elements and principles.
Apply appropriate control of a range of materials, techniques and technologies in 2D and 3D art forms.
Use a range of media and processes to communicate ideas in art informed by established practice.
Generate, develop, and refine ideas in response to visual arts in context to create finalized artworks.
Students are introduced to the idea of solving visual problems by using a range of 2D and 3D materials exploring drawing and painting techniques. Technical and conceptual approaches are also explored within sculpture and printmaking fields.
Course Overview
Term 1
Two term/one semester course
Skills unit - introducing a range of 2D and 3D media to develop skill and practical knowledge.
Development of drawing skills across all units of work.
Unit of work exploring a theme within a specific field - painting or design.
Term 2
Two units of work exploring a theme within two specific fields - painting, design, photography, sculpture and printmaking.
Assessment Information
Assessment of -
Practical Knowledge -
- Attention to detail in the outlining of shape and recording of tone
- An understanding of colour theory evident in the use of paint
- Good control of the brush when painting
- Always willing to experiment with techniques to refine
Developing Ideas -
- Able to develop and apply ideas in a way that shows an understanding of the concepts presented
- Is interested in the work of the artists presented and is able to adapt many aspects into their work