Visual Arts
AVI10-GRADE 9
Course Code:
AVI10
Subject:
Visual Arts
Course type:
open
Prerequiste:
None
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AVI10 – Visual Arts is a dynamic, hands-on course that invites students to discover and develop their creative potential through visual expression. Designed for both new and experienced artists, this course introduces the fundamental elements and principles of design while encouraging students to think critically and communicate visually.
Through engaging studio projects and guided experimentation, students learn how to apply line, shape, colour, space, and texture to create meaningful artwork. They explore a variety of techniques and materials—including drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media—building confidence in both technical skill and personal style.
Beyond the studio, students develop visual literacy by analyzing and reflecting on the role of art across cultures and time periods. They explore how artistic movements, Indigenous art forms, and contemporary works express identity, tell stories, and shape society. This exposure nurtures cultural awareness and helps students appreciate the diverse ways art can connect people and ideas.
AVI10 fosters creative risk-taking, personal reflection, and artistic growth, preparing students to engage thoughtfully with the visual world around them. Whether pursuing future studies in the arts or simply exploring a new form of self-expression, students leave this course with a deeper understanding of how to see, interpret, and shape the world through art.
Unit 1: Elements and Principles of Design
Students begin with the building blocks of visual composition, learning how to apply key design principles in their artwork. Lessons include:
Lessons include:
- Introduction to Elements of Design
- Line, Shape, and Form
- Texture, Space, and Colour
- Principles of Balance and Contrast
- Unity and Emphasis in Composition
Unit 2: Techniques and Media Exploration
This unit focuses on applying learned concepts through the use of different artistic tools, materials, and mediums.
Lessons include:
- Introduction to Elements of Design
- Line, Shape, and Form
- Texture, Space, and Colour
- Principles of Balance and Contrast
- Unity and Emphasis in Composition
- Safe and Responsible Use of Materials
Unit 3: Art History and Cultural Context
Students explore how art reflects society by studying a range of artistic movements and cultural expressions.
Lessons include:
- Art from Ancient Civilizations
- Renaissance to Modern Movement
- Indigenous Art and Symbolism
- Cultural Representation in Contemporary Art
Unit 4: Final Exam and Culminating Project
In this final unit, students consolidate their learning through a major culminating assignment and prepare for the final exam. This unit provides an opportunity to reflect on their artistic growth and showcase their understanding of visual concepts.
Lessons include:
- Planning and Executing the Culminating Portfolio
- Preparing for the Final Written Critique
Student achievement in AVI10 is evaluated through a mix of ongoing activities and final evaluations:
- 70% of the final grade is based on coursework completed throughout the term. This includes studio projects, sketchbook work, written reflections, and unit assignments.
- 30% of the final grade is based on final evaluations completed in Unit 4
10% Culminating art portfolio
20% Final written critique or exam
All assessments are aligned with Ontario Ministry of Education expectations and are designed to evaluate both technical proficiency and creative thinking in the visual arts.
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