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VISUAL ARTS DESIGN To be successful in this course you need to: • be a curious and creative thinker who is willing to share your imagination • have a passion for visual arts and design and wish to build confidence as an artist • be interested in working in collaborative teams. In this course you will: • learn how to develop and refine your artwork, starting from exploring the initial sources of inspiration to experimenting with a range of materials and techniques to create finished works. • work within a purpose-built studio using industry standard equipment and materials • Study artists and designers to develop visual literacy, conceptual depth and critical thinking skills • Develop strong communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts • improve your ability to work to deadlines and with teams. Class activities include: • the opportunity for collaboration with our Artist in Residence on works of your choice • developing critical and analytical skills by creating Vblogs, Podcasts, and Virtual Exhibitions • visiting galleries and conduct interviews with real world artists to foster creativity and critical thinking. Each Module is designed so that students gain knowledge and develop critical thinking skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to a driving question, problem or challenge. Semester 1 Module 1: Jewellery Design creating rings and pendants using sustainable materials and industry standard silversmithing techniques. Form: Designed Object Module 2: Skateboard Design challenging the definition of art in the creation of a deck of your own. Form: Painting and Drawing. Semester 2 Module 3: Contemporary Ceramics including wheel throwing and creating trending pieces of your choice. Form: 3D Sculptural. Module 4: Street Art using airbrushes and spray paint to create artworks that effectively challenge social and political issues you care about. Form: printmaking and screen printing. Module 5: Fashion Design involving designing and creating your own brand and product. There is opportunity to explore graphic design, photography and printmaking. Form: Drawing and Illustration. This course could lead to: • Level 2 or Level 3 Visual Art, Photography, Graphic Design and Digital Art and Media in Years 11 or 12 • tertiary study in art and careers within the field of art and design. ST MARY’S COLLEGE YEAR 10 COURSE GUIDE 2022
