9 Core Art
9ARC Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms T. Farrant.
Through this course students will continue to develop their understanding of the ever growing visual world around them. Students will be introduced to the art fields of Photography, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting and Design and have the opportunity to develop ideas in response to personal investigation and the study of artworks.
KO MAUNGAWHAU TE MAUNGA
Epsom Girls’ Grammar school is situated at the base of Maungawhau and we start by looking at its legends and history.
The theme for the term is based on elements of the students Pepeha, particularly a Maunga or Mountain they may affiliate or identify with.
We will also be looking at some International, Aotearoa and traditional landscape artists for inspiration.
The students will be learning and gaining a lot of experience with drawing, painting, collage and mixed media techniques - culminating in a beautiful panoramic landscape painting with elements that are meaningful or personal to each individual student.
Learning Areas:
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
10 Art (Full year course), 10 Core Art (Half year course)
Course Costs and Equipment/ Stationery requirementsYear 9 take home contribution is $20. Students need an A4 Document Wallet, 6B pencil and ‘700 round taklon paintbrush’ - purchased from the Uniform Shop.
| Description | Type | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Take home contribution | Non-Voluntary | $20.00 |
| $20.00 | ||