Grades 3, 4, 5, 6
Creating and Presenting - D1
D1.1 Creating a two or three-dimensional work of art inspired by the environment. (Nature Sculptures)
D1.3 Use the elements of design in artworks to communicate ideas, messages, and understanding (Elements of Design Slideshow)
Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing - D2
D2.1 Expressing feelings and ideas about art experiences and images (Photography Presentation and Slideshow)
D2.2 Explaining how the elements of design are used to communicate meaning or understanding in their own and other’s artwork (Taking and Editing photos with Classmates)
Grades 7, 8
Creating and Presenting - D1
D1.1 Creating artwork using a variety of traditional forms and current media technologies (Photography, Editing, Nature Sculptures)
D1.2 Demonstrate an understanding of composition, using multiple principles of design and the “Rule of Thirds” (Discussion about “Rule of Thirds”, can do Principles of Design Slideshow)
D1.3 Use the elements of design in artworks to communicate ideas, messages, and understanding (Elements of Design Slideshow if desired otherwise touched on in Principles)
Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing - D2
D2.1 Expressing feelings and ideas about art experiences and images (Photography Presentation and Slideshow)
D2.2 Explaining how the elements of design are used to communicate meaning or understanding in their own and other’s artwork (Taking and Editing photos with Classmates)
Grades 9, 10, 11
Creating and Presenting - A
A1.1 Use a variety of strategies to generate ideas and develop plans for the creation of artworks (Discussion Groups over Elements and Principles of design and how they would change the art)
A1.2 Use exploration/experimentation, reflection, and revision when producing artwork (Experimenting with different camera settings and editing techniques, reviewing photo edits, and adjusting)
A1.3 Document their use of the creative process in a portfolio (7 best-edited photos in a group slideshow)
A2.1 Explore the Elements and Principles of Design and apply them to create artwork that communicates ideas and information (Macro Photography Slideshow talking about the elements and principles of design in photography)
Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing - B
B1.1 Identify and describe their initial reactions to a variety of artwork as well as identifying elements and principles or design (Macro Photography Slideshow involving group discussions on the photos seen)