Rotorua Lakes High School Rotorua Lakes High School

Year 10 Art

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Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms M. Malcolm.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 9 Art. However, beginners are welcome.


This course is a fun introduction to the many pathways available in Arts.  The course is designed to cover the disciplines of Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Design and Sculpture.  This course will prepare students for the continuation in Visual Arts in the Senior school by introducing them to a variety of media and techniques.

The option will teach students:

  • How to draw and paint from observation
  • A range of technical skills using a range of media
  • The units are fun, easy and designed as entry level for all students that have an interest or passion for creative career pathways, or want to develop their creative talents.

Continuation:  Level 1 Painting & Printmaking, Level 1 Mixed Media Photography and Level 1 Sculpture


Departments:

Arts


Pathway

NCEA Level 1 Mixed Media and Photography, NCEA Level 1 Visual Arts Paint and Print

Career Pathways

Animator/Digital Artist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artist, Artistic Director, Tattoo Artist, Graphic Designer, Make-up Artist


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

It is strongly recommended that students purchase a manila folder, pencil , eraser, and black pen.