Visual Arts PHSC

Course: Visual Arts Task 1, Marking Scale, Task 2, Task 3, Task 4

Course Description:

This course focuses on the importance of the student's development of increasingly more autonomous ways of understanding what is learned through the study of Visual Arts. The course is organised in terms of written and practical components in art making, art criticism and art history.

Assessment Schedule:

	Syllabus Weightings	Task 2	Task 4	Task 1	Task 3	Task 5
Nature of Task		Canvas Painting	Body of Work	Essay	Case Study	Preliminary Exam
Timing of Task		Term 2 Week 1	Term 3 Week 7	Term 1 Week 6	Term 2 Week 9	Term 3 Week 10
Marks	100	25	25	15	15	20

Marking scale

Marking Guidelines

Practical Marking Guidelines

PRACTICAL MARKING GUIDELINES

Criteria	Marks
• Demonstrates an articulation of ideas and concepts that are elaborated, reiterated, subtle and sustained coherently in the form(s) of the work. Meanings make significant references and register on a number of levels • Displays technical sensitivity, refinement, discrimination, moderation, and is respectful of the conditions set by the selection of materials and limitations including course prescriptions	41–50
• Demonstrates an articulation of ideas and concepts showing some elaboration and reiteration that is more coherent and subtle in some aspects of the work than in others. Meanings and references register on a number of levels but are not as significant • Displays technical sensitivity and moderation, although some aspects are more refined while others are elaborated and/or overworked. Generally respectful of conditions set by the selection of materials and limitations including course prescriptions	31–40
• Demonstrates an articulation of idea/concept showing some connection that is more apt and coherent in some aspects of the work than in others. Meanings and references register on some levels but in limited ways • Displays technical proficiency yet not very sensitive or refined. Some display for display’s sake, thus little moderation. Some respect for conditions set by the selection of materials and limitations including course prescriptions	21–30
• Demonstrates an articulation of idea/concept confined to some aspect(s) of the work. Meanings and references register in restricted and obvious ways • Displays little refinement or subtlety. Some repetition or inconsistent application. Little discrimination or moderation, limited respect for conditions set by the selection of materials and limitations including course prescriptions	11–20
• Demonstrates a simplistic, immediate articulation of idea/concept. Meanings register in banal ways. References are limited, driven by the image • Displays neither technical accomplishment nor moderation. Unsubtle, unrefined, incongruous, superficial. At variance with conditions set by selection of materials and limitations including course prescriptions	1–10

TASK 1

BARRENJOEY HIGH SCHOOL

Faculty of Visual Arts

Visual Arts - Preliminary HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE

Assessment Task 1

Weighting : 20% of course mark

Select a portrait painter and develop a study of their practice. You should discuss:

Themes,

influences,

working methods,

how they produce a painting,

other artists,

and the artists perception on being an artist.

Remember: As this is a research essay, you must include a bibliography and acknowledge any quotes. Failure to do so will result in a ZERO mark.

Date : 23rd March 2009

Outcomes that may be assessed :

The student ~

Explores the conventions of practice in artmaking. P1

Explores the roles and relationships between the concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience. P2

Identifies the frames as the basis of understanding expressive representation through the making of art. P3

Investigates subject matter and forms as representations in artmaking. P4

Investigates ways of developing coherence and layers of meaning in the making of art. P5

Explores a range of material techniques in ways that support artistic intentions. P6

Explores the conventions of practice in art criticism and art history. P7

Explores the roles and relationships between concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience through critical and historical investigations of art. P8

Identifies the frames as the basis of exploring different orientations to critical and historical investigations of art. P9

Explores ways in which significant art histories, critical narratives and other documentary accounts of the visual arts can be constructed. P10

Remember:

Assessment tasks are very important. You should only be absent or fail to submit a task by the due date, if you are sick or there has been an extreme family problem. You should have a doctor's certificate for illness and/or a letter, presented to the Principal, from a parent/caregiver for family reasons. Refer to the relevant section of the Year 11 assessment book for details of your obligations.

You must complete an Illness/Misadventure form for any task that is missed. Failure to do this will result in a ZERO MARK, and a non-attempt being recorded.

This your responsibility!

Marking Scale

TASK:

It is expected that this essay, being a research essay that can include images should be at least 3 A4 pages in length.

Task 2

BARRENJOEY HIGH SCHOOL

Faculty of Visual Arts

Visual Arts - Preliminary HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE

Assessment Task 2 Practical Drawing & Painting

Weighting : 25% of course mark

Date : Thursday 14th May - Week 3 Term 2

Outcomes that may be assessed :

The student ~

Explores the conventions of practice in artmaking. P1

Explores the roles and relationships between the concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience. P2

Identifies the frames as the basis of understanding expressive representation through the making of art. P3

Investigates subject matter and forms as representations in artmaking. P4

Investigates ways of developing coherence and layers of meaning in the making of art. P5

Explores a range of material techniques in ways that support artistic intentions. P6

Explores the conventions of practice in art criticism and art history. P7

Explores the roles and relationships between concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience through critical and historical investigations of art. P8

Identifies the frames as the basis of exploring different orientations to critical and historical investigations of art. P9

Explores ways in which significant art histories, critical narratives and other documentary accounts of the visual arts can be constructed. P10

TASK:

Through a study of Post Modernist practices, students will develop a Body of Works based on their identity within an appropriated image. Students will show differing approaches and techniques required at this level to resolve their artwork.

a body of work in drawing/painting revealing resolution of practise and concept.

Remember:

Assessment tasks are very important. You should only be absent or fail to submit a task by the due date, if you are sick or there has been an extreme family problem. You should have a doctor’s certificate for illness and/or a letter, presented to the Principal, from a parent/caregiver for family reasons. Refer to the relevant section of the Year 11 assessment book for details of your obligations.

You must complete an Illness/Misadventure form for any task that is missed. Failure to do this will result in a ZERO MARK, and a non-attempt being recorded.

This your responsibility !

Task 3

BARRENJOEY HIGH SCHOOL

Faculty of Visual Arts

Assessment Task 3

Theory Task – Case Study

Preliminary Higher School Certificate

Weighting: 15% of final course mark

Date Due: Friday 3^rd July 2009

Total: 25 Marks

Outcomes that may be assessed:

The student ~

Explores the conventions of practice in art criticism and art history. P7

Explores the roles and relationships between concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience through critical and historical investigations of art. P8

Identifies the frames as the basis of exploring different orientations to critical and historical investigations of art. P9

TASK: Case Study – The Found Object / Landscape in Art.

Research the use of the found object / Still life / Landscape in at least TWO of the artists from the list below.

Marcel Duchamp Anselm Kiefer Joseph Beuys

Jasper Johns John Olsen William Robinson

Andy Goldsworthy John Davis Fred Williams

Rosalie Gasgoine Damian Hirst Ricky Swallow

In your response refer to TWO relevant ARTWORKS by each artist.

Include images of these works (and others if possible).

Include a bibliography.

Length: 2-3 A4 pages on each artist, excluding images.

Remember:

Assessment tasks are very important. You should only be absent or fail to submit a task by the due date, if you are sick or there has been an extreme family problem. You should have a doctor’s certificate for illness and/or a letter, presented to the Principal, from a parent/caregiver for family reasons. Refer to the relevant section of the Year 11 assessment book for details of your obligations.

You must complete an Illness/Misadventure form for any task that is missed. Failure to do this will result in a ZERO MARK, and a non-attempt being recorded.

This is your responsibility!

Complete the following on each artist:

Use the information below to structure your research and investigation.

a. Artmaking practice:

The practice of an artist can be defined in general terms as the artist’s approach or intention – the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of their artmaking. When investigating an artist’s practice, much can be gained from the artist’s own published statements. (Try to include a short, relevant quote regarding the artist’s work by the artist or an art critic.)

Include information on:

the artist’s use of materials, techniques and technologies

the development of a recognisable style, treatment of subject matter and selection of genre, possible connection to an art movement

the development of the artist’s ideas and concepts

b. Structural frame:

The frames are used to investigate, explain and evaluate artworks. You are to critically analyse TWO ARTWORKS by the artist using the Structural Frame.

Include the following:

the title, date, size of the artwork

an image of the artwork

describe the artwork – What is it of? How was it made? What materials and techniques have been used in this specific work? Comment on the composition and what the work looks like.

The artist’s use of the visual elements – line, colour, tone, size, texture and shape – to communicate the artist’s intention

the use of signs and symbols to communicate the artist’s interests and beliefs

c. Conceptual Framework:

The conceptual framework concerns the roles and relationships between the artist, artwork, audience and world. Comment on the following:

the artist’s response to the world, events and/or issues as evidenced in their artwork

the audience response & interaction with the artwork. Who sees this work & where?

the art critics and art historians statements and reactions to the artwork and the artist or group of artists

Task 4

BARRENJOEY HIGH SCHOOL

Faculty of Visual Arts

Visual Arts – Preliminary HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE

Assessment Task ~ Body of Work

Weighting : 25% of course mark

Date : 22nd September 2009

Outcomes that may be assessed :

The student ~

Explores the conventions of practice in artmaking. P1

Explores the roles and relationships between the concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience. P2

Identifies the frames as the basis of understanding expressive representation through the making of art. P3

Investigates subject matter and forms as representations in artmaking. P4

Investigates ways of developing coherence and layers of meaning in the making of art. P5

Explores a range of material techniques in ways that support artistic intentions. P6

Explores the conventions of practice in art criticism and art history. P7

Explores the roles and relationships between concepts of artist, artwork, world and audience through critical and historical investigations of art. P8

Identifies the frames as the basis of exploring different orientations to critical and historical investigations of art. P9

Explores ways in which significant art histories, critical narratives and other documentary accounts of the visual arts can be constructed. P10

TASK:

You are to create a Body of Work from at least ONE of the following categories. The Body of Work is to be based on the Found Object/Still Life or Landscape. You may like to include humour in your work.

Sculpture

Low relief and cutouts

Collage/2D mixed media

Printmaking / Stenciling

Painting/Photography

Drawing

Your Body of Work should show a rich layering of sophisticated meanings and possible interpretations. Refinement of your work is through experimentation. You must document all progress in your VAPD.

Conceptual Strength and Resolution will be the basis of assessment.

Remember:

Assessment tasks are very important. You should only be absent or fail to submit a task by the due date, if you are sick or there has been an extreme family problem. You should have a doctor’s certificate for illness and/or a letter, presented to the Principal, from a parent/caregiver for family reasons. Refer to the relevant section of the Barrenjoey Home page for details of your obligations.

You must complete an Illness/Misadventure form for any task that is missed. Failure to do this will result in a ZERO MARK, and a non-attempt being recorded.

This your responsibility !