Grade 9 Open Visual Arts (AVI1O1):
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design, and the expressive qualities of various materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques, and styles. Students will use the creative and critical analysis processes, and wil interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Grade 9 Open Expressions of First Nations, Metis and Inuit Cultures (AVI1O1):
"Expressions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Cultures” focuses on both art appreciation and art creation. It allows students to analyze First Nations, Métis, and Inuit works in the various arts and, acting ethically and responsibly, to create art works and/or productions that integrate aspects of these disciplines. This course encourages creative expression and fosters the development of skills and knowledge that prepare students for lifelong learning and participation in the arts and arts-related activities. Students will explore creative challenges through the use of elements, principles, materials, techniques, and tools associated with two or more arts disciplines, including dance, drama, media arts, music, and visual arts. Students also explore the functions of, influences on, and impact of art works from various disciplines and from several different First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures.
Grade 10 Open Visual Arts (AVI2O1):
This course enables students to develop their skills in producing and presenting art by introducing them to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic exploration and experimentation. Students will apply the elements and principles of design when exploring the creative process. Students will use the critical analysis process to reflect on and interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Grade 10 Open Non-Traditional Visual Arts (AWT2O1):
Students explore urban, street design, and art forms together with social justice issues. The course emphasizes: the elements and principles of design; observational drawing using a variety of media and techniques; as well as critical and creative thinking skills. The course utilizes a hands-on approach to explore the creative process in both 2 and 3 dimensional projects. Students use art as a vehicle through which they will examine their own world and express themselves.
Grade 11 Open Drawing and Painting Focus Course (AWM3O1):
This course enables students to further develop their knowledge and skills in visual arts with a specific focus on drawing and painting. Students will use the creative process to explore a wide range of themes through studio work in various forms of drawing and painting, as well as the creation of collage, multimedia works, and works using emergent technologies. Students will use the critical analysis process when evaluating their own work and the work of others.
Grade 11 University/College Ceramics/Glass Fusion Course (AWC3M1):
Prerequisite: Grade 9 or 10 Visual Arts
This course enables students to further develop their knowledge and skills in visual arts with a specific focus on pottery and glass studies. They will use the creative process to explore a wide range of themes and techniques through studio work in pottery and glass. Students will focus on pottery wheel work, glaze dipping/mixing, mold building and a variety of contemporary and experimental glass fusion techniques. Students will continue to develop their critical skills as well as an appreciation of more contemporary work.
Grade 11 Open Photography (AWQ3O1):
The focus of this course is the introduction to the field of photography and will allow students to improve technical skills while pursuing their own creative interests. Students will also explore photography within a personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural context. This course is designed to give students a sound working knowledge of the art and science of digital photography. Students will become familiar with post-process editing, the elements and principles of design and the materials, processes, techniques and styles of photography. The majority of the assignments require the use of a digital camera (student-supplied SD card). There is no prerequisite for this course.
Grade 12 Workplace Visual Arts (AVI4E1):
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Visual Arts, Drawing and Painting, Ceramics/Glass Fusion OR Photography
This course focuses on a practical approach to a variety of art and design projects related to the workplace. Students will use the creative process to produce a traditional and/or digital portfolio of their work in a variety of media. Students may focus on various aspects of visual arts, including advertising, ceramics, fashion design, graphic arts, jewelry design, and/or web design.
Grade 12 University/College Visual Arts (AVI4M1):
Prerequisite: Grade 11 Visual Arts, Drawing and Painting, Ceramics/Glass Fusion OR Photography
This course focuses on enabling students to refine their use of the creative process when creating and presenting two- and three-dimensional art works using a variety of traditional and emerging media and technologies. Students will use the critical analysis process to deconstruct art works and explore connections between art and society. The studio program enables students to explore a range of materials, processes, and techniques that can be applied in their own art production. Students will also make connections between various works of art in personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural contexts.
