New Brunswick - Visual Arts 9

Strand: Create

Skill Descriptor:

Synthesize the elements of art and the principles of design to develop skills, language, techniques, and processes.

Achievement Indicators:

Describe a variety of traditional and non-traditional art forms as well as genres

Identify properties of a variety of media and technological processes by their sensory qualities and ability to convey message and meaning

Manipulate and organize design elements to achieve planned compositions

Invent and incorporate unique visual symbols to create personal meaning in their art

Skill Descriptor:

Create and present expressive work in visual arts for specific audiences and purposes using a variety of art media including technology.

Achievement Indicators:

Demonstrate increasing complexity in art skills and techniques through artwork created

Integrate themes found through direct observation, personal experience, and imagination

Analyze elements of art and principles of design in artwork

Curate a display of work from their own portfolio

Skill Descriptor:

Analyze the role of visual art in creating, expressing, recording, and reflecting culture and human experiences.

Achievement Indicators:

Evaluate the ways visual communication systems are a part of everyday life

Compare the characteristics of art styles from a variety of historical, and cultural contexts using the language of visual art

Describe the role and influence of visual images in daily lives, including mass media and popular culture

Analyze ethical, legal, and moral considerations involved in copying works.

Skill Descriptor:

Skill Descriptor: Demonstrate critical analysis skills.

Achievement Indicators:

Determine how artists have used the elements of art and principles of design to convey a message.

Critically analyze artworks with guidance and support.

Skill Descriptor:

Skill Descriptor: Present expressive works.

Achievement Indicators:

Discuss the source of ideas behind their own work and the work of others

Analyze artwork and determine the artist’s intention

Examine the influences of expanding technology on individuals and society

Analyze how meaning is embedded in works of art