ART
Aims The Art course aims to equip students with the ability to develop an independent and informed body of personal work , drawing on individuals ’ interests , strengths and passions .
Skills A range of transferable creative skills are formally taught through a foundation period . This aims to develop students ’ confidence , knowledge and understanding of approaches to conceiving and developing coherent and creative work .
Content During a foundation phase , students will experience a broad range of disciplines such as drawing , painting , sculpture and printmaking , digital imaging , photography , ceramics and a full range of mixed media . Beyond this period , the content is determined by the nature of the individual students ’ work . For example , some students may focus on digital process , while others might prefer a broader or more traditional , fine art approach .
Enrichment The Portfolio releases students to pursue their creativity in a supportive , flexible and ambitious creative environment . Contact with a wide range of specialists provides a rich , creative workplace . It is intended that the approach to the creation of independent , accomplished , informed work is ideal preparation for students who decide to pursue their interests through the IB Visual Arts Course .
Examples of work produced in the Middle School can be seen here : www . sevenoaksschoolart . org
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