Prerequisites
At least three semesters of visual art & design courses
Home Learning
Moderate
Course Description
Independent Studio is an advanced multidisciplinary course that offers motivated students an opportunity to shape their own learning. The course is structured into three checkpoints, which allows students to investigate ideas and materials of their choice. Techniques and concepts will be introduced in relation to student interests through teacher and student-led demonstrations, studio experimentation, class discussions and critique. This course is ideal for students building a portfolio for art and design programs.
*This course may be repeated.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
- Use the design cycle and studio process to generate, analyze and implement ideas for their studio work.
- Develop a body of work that communicates personal and/or conceptual meaning.
- Research and analyze the work of artists from a wide range of historical, cultural and social contexts.
- Understand and apply advanced technical skills in a range of media, techniques and processes.
- Experiment, take risks and problem solve in the studio to make informed decisions about media and techniques.
- Reflect on their work and the work of others through critique, written reflections and presentations.
- Completion of 5-8 portfolio ready pieces.
Assessment
- Studio Projects
- Portfolios + Process Work (research, development of ideas, reflections, media experimentation)
- Critiques + Class Discussions
- Presentations
Grades
10,
11,
12
Grading Scheme
Standards-based Course