Making

Ideas

Exploration of artwork inspired by observation or imagination from various artists and cultures that use materials and techniques to enhance the artist's belief or viewpoint  (ACAVAM114)

Application of visual art elements and selection of materials, media and/or technologies, to communicate an idea, belief or viewpoint (ACAVAM115)

Skills

Development and application of artistic techniques and processes with:

  • shape (exaggerated proportions; motifs; fonts)
  • colour (colour wheel; tertiary colour)
  • line (lines that create an illusion)
  • space (focal point and one-point perspective; basic facial proportions; horizontal and vertical symmetry)
  • texture (real and simulated)
  • value (highlights; shadows; form)

to create artwork (ACAVAM115)

Use of a variety of techniques, art processes and art forms, such as digital imaging, lino printing or stencils to suit purpose (ACAVAM115)

Production

Presentation and reflection of ideas, feelings, beliefs and viewpoints expressed in artwork, including consideration of audience and feedback (ACAVAM116)

Consideration of how to display artwork to enhance visual appeal/aesthetics and meaning (ACAVAM116)