Subject
Subject: Visual Arts
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Open
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites:
None
Course description: Welcome to the visual arts as a foundation for further study. In this course you will be introduced to the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials. Preview Course
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
- If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
Grade: 9
Credits:1.0
Type: Open
Language of Study: English
Prerequisites:
None
Course description: Welcome to the visual arts as a foundation for further study. In this course you will be introduced to the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials. Preview Course
Course fees are partially subsidized for most Ontario residents. The administrative fee covers the cost for us to process your application.
Interested in taking this course?
- If you are a student already enrolled in an Ontario High School, please contact your school about taking courses with TVO ILC.
- If your goal is to earn a high school diploma or if you are a homeschool student, an academic assessment of your application must be done before choosing courses, please visit Apply Now to start your application.
Course Overview
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. You will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques, and styles. You will use the creative and critical analysis processes and will interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context. This course was created in conjunction with the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa. You will see and learn about the wonderful artworks that are housed in the National Gallery of Canada, without travelling there!
Course Syllabus
This course is designed for independent study. Our courses are routinely reviewed for errors and adherence to AODA accessibility standards. We appreciate your patience as we work towards delivering high-quality digital learning for all.
This course is designed for independent study. Our courses are routinely reviewed for errors and adherence to AODA accessibility standards. We appreciate your patience as we work towards delivering high-quality digital learning for all.
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20 Lessons
1.1
The elements of art and principles of design
1.1
The elements of art and principles of design
1.2
The creative process
1.2
The creative process
1.3
Drawing on observation
1.3
Drawing on observation
1.4
Value and form
1.4
Value and form
1.5
Composition and criticism
1.5
Composition and criticism
2.1
Colour
2.1
Colour
2.2
Painting with acrylics
2.2
Painting with acrylics
2.3
Landscape painting in Canada
2.3
Landscape painting in Canada
2.4
Perspective
2.4
Perspective
2.5
Portal painting
2.5
Portal painting
3.1
Communicating with art
3.1
Communicating with art
3.2
Graphic art
3.2
Graphic art
3.3
Printmaking
3.3
Printmaking
3.4
Collage and portraits
3.4
Collage and portraits
3.5
Self-portraits
3.5
Self-portraits
4.1
From pattern to abstract
4.1
From pattern to abstract
4.2
Working in mosaic
4.2
Working in mosaic
4.3
Making a memory box
4.3
Making a memory box
4.4
Careers in art
4.4
Careers in art
4.5
Your altered book
4.5
Your altered book
