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Work Sample : Ariel

Activity : Visual Arts: Insect drawings

    Visual Arts: Insect drawings - Ariel : Grade Commentary

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Ariel has demonstrated an adequate level of competence in using forms and techniques to represent the qualities of the subject matter. There is sound choice of materials and evidence of observation in the antennae and detailed legs but the body shape is incorrect. Proportion and perspective have been considered but the three-dimensional structure is lacking. A variety of colours has been used and Ariel has experimented with materials in an attempt to create texture and represent body shape. A sound understanding of the subject matter is evident in the inclusion of an appropriate habitat. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade C standard at the end of Stage 2.

Grade C

The student has a sound knowledge and understanding of the main areas of content and has achieved an adequate level of competence in the processes and skills.

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Foundation Statement strands

The following strands are covered in this activity:

  • Visual Arts
    Students make artworks that represent a variety of subject matter and make choices about the forms and techniques used to best represent the qualities of the subject matter. They discuss reasons why artists make particular artworks and why different interpretations are possible, recognising similarities and differences in how subject matter is represented.
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