The document summarizes the expectations and curriculum for Grade 9 visual art courses. It outlines what students are expected to know from Grade 8 and how the Grade 9 curriculum will build on that by having students apply principles of design and create more research-based and sophisticated art dealing with social and cultural issues. It provides an exemplar of a Grade 9 student art project and discusses potential career paths and post-secondary programs related to visual arts.

1. Grade 9 Visual Art AVI10 Sarah Kim and Jennifer Ellis

2. Transitions The transition into high school can be daunting….. Building on prior knowledge can give students confidence….. The grade 9 curriculum focuses on the students’ culture and perspectives. Use this knowledge to create more sophisticated art in Grade 9

3. Grade 8 Expectations: What do they already know? organize their art works to create a specific effect, using at least two of the principles of design specified for this grade produce two- and three-dimensional works of art that communicate a range of thoughts, feelings, and experiences for specific purposes and to specific audiences; describe, in their plan for a work of art, the main idea they wish to communicate and the artistic decisions they have made to support that message.

4. Grade 9 Expectations: How they will build use materials and processes to create art objects that express their intent; apply the elements and principles of design; produce two- and three-dimensional artworks, using a variety of materials, tools, processes, and technologies; apply the creative process (i.e., perception, exploration, experimentation, production, and evaluation) in their work; explain the function of research and technology in visual arts.

5. Overall, The Students will….. Apply their knowledge of the principles of design and create work that is more research based and one that exemplifies a process to making art. The work will deal with issues of social and cultural issues that are often perceived in art. The students will refine their drawing and painting skills by learning different techniques and perspectives used in art.

6. Sample Student Work Grade 9: Level 4 Exemplar

7. What Can Art Lead to? Many parents assume that art leads to a life of poverty and struggle. However, art can lead to a wide range of interesting possibilities for students who wish to pursue their artistic side.

8. Jobs Related to Art Interior/Exterior Design Creative Director Advertising Animation and Technology Fashion Design Architecture Photography Web Designer Art Therapy Set Design/Production Film Make-Up Artist Magazine Layout Product Designer Art Conservation Curator

9. Art Schools in Canada Ryerson University: Urban Planning, Interior Design, Film, and Fashion. Sheridan Tech College: Animation York University: Fine Arts The Art Institute of Vancouver: Graphic Design Concordia University: Art Therapy University of Toronto: Architecture Queen’s University: Art Conservation OCAD: Criticism and Curatorial Practice

10. More than just P a i n t ! We work with other disciplines to explore and showcase our talent!

11. Cross-Curricular Connections Art with no Borders

12. Production Design Students can use art and creativity to get involved in school productions, such as plays and musicals.

13. History History and art go hand in hand. While viewing master works, students will learn the artists’ political and social intentions.

14. Science Student learn aspects of movement, perception, depth, and colour in visual arts.

15. Mathematics Students will learn the “golden ratio” in a composition, a classical compositional technique used to divide the picture plane using an easily-calculated formula corresponding to the golden ratio of 1:1.6, which can be seen in examples like da Vinci's Vitruvian Man

16. D IPLOMA AND RELATED PROCEDURES The Requirements for the OSSD earn 18 compulsory credits ; earn 12 optional credits complete 40 hours of community involvement activities; successfully complete the provincial school literacy test.

17. Compulsory Credits 4 credits in English ( 1 credit per grade ) 1 credit in French as a second language 3 credits in mathematics ( at least 1 credit in Grade 11 or 12) 2 credits in science 1 credit in Canadian history 1 credit in Canadian geography 1 credit in the arts 1 credit in health and physical education .5 credit in civics .5 credit in career studies

18. PLUS 1 additional credit in English, or a third language, or social sciences and the humanities, or Canadian and world studies 1 additional credit in health and physical education, or the arts , or business studies 1 additional credit in science (Grade 11 or 12) or technological education (Grades 9–12)

19. Types of Art Courses: Academic, Applied, and Open Academic- Emphasis on theory and abstract concepts, application. Applied - Focus on practical applications and concrete examples. Open - An overview in the arts to enrich their overall study.

20. Transfer Courses Should goals change, students may take a transfer course which will allow them to change focus of their Diploma.