VISUAL ARTS
ST. JOSEPH S. S.
GRADE 10 VISUAL ARTS ~ CRAFTS - AWA 20 (Prerequisite: None)
This course enables you to develop your skills in producing and presenting art by introducing you
to new ideas, materials, and processes for artistic exploration and experimentation. You will learn to
apply the elements and principles of design when exploring the creative process. You will use the
critical analysis process to reflect on and interpret art within a personal, contemporary and historical
context. The artwork you create will reflect who you are becoming at this time in your life. The art of
Craft is the focus for this course; we will use a variety of materials, which may include glass, clay, wood,
and/or textiles.
COURSE
INFORMATION
AWA 201
GRADE 10, OPEN
VISUAL ARTS CRAFTS
EARN YOUR REQUIRED
ARTS CREDIT
EARN YOUR “GROUP 1”
CREDIT IF THIS IS YOUR
1st ARTS COURSE
LEARN THROUGH STUDIO PROJECTS
 CERAMICS – Handbuilt & Wheel Thrown
 TEXTILE – Fibre Art & Silkscreen Printing
 GLASS – Stained Glass & Mosaic
 WOOD – Assemblage & Wood Burning
 DRAWING – Free hand, Sight, and Technical
 DESIGN – Font, Product & Industrial
LOOK FORWARD TO…
 Developing Craftsmanship skills
 Building Technical skills
 Enjoying the Studio Environment
 Contributing to our Community
 Building Self Confidence
 The Courage to Create
CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION
 Choice
 Design Process
 Problem Solving
 “How to” Demonstrations
 Guided Instruction
 Positive Feedback
ART APPRECIATION & CRITICISM
 The power & influence of craft
as inspiration for Unit Projects
 Relevant Historical Art and
Artisans
 Relevant Contemporary Art and
Artisans
VISUAL ARTS – ENGAGE YOUR MIND!