Common Planner
K–12 Standards

Visual Art 9-12

Other Maryland Fine Arts sets

Anchor Standard 1: Investigate, Plan, Make - Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work.VA:Cr1

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    IndicatorsVA:Cr1.I

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    ExpectationsVA:Cr1.E

Act on creative ideas within the context of a given or chosen art problem.VA:Cr1.I:9-12:1

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    Act on creative ideas within the context of a given or chosen art problem.VA:Cr1.I:9-12:1

Utilize media at hand to experiment with process and skills exploring a broad range of ideas.VA:Cr1.I:9-12:2

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    Utilize media at hand to experiment with process and skills exploring a broad range of ideas.VA:Cr1.I:9-12:2

Visualize and hypothesize to generate plans for ideas and directions for creating art or design that can elevate the community and influence social change. Apply knowledge of histories and traditions.VA:Cr1.E:9-12:1

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    Visualize and hypothesize to generate plans for ideas and directions for creating art or design that can elevate the community and influence social change. Apply knowledge of histories and traditions.VA:Cr1.E:9-12:1

Brainstorm ideas to make artwork based on a main/central idea or concept. Following or breaking established conventions, plan the making of a series of works of art or design based on a theme main/central idea or concept.VA:Cr1.E:9-12:2

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    Brainstorm ideas to make artwork based on a main/central idea or concept. Following or breaking established conventions, plan the making of a series of works of art or design based on a theme main/central idea or concept.VA:Cr1.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 2: Investigate - Organize and develop artistic ideas and work.VA:Cr2

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    IndicatorsVA:Cr2.I

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      Implement innovations with objects, places and freedom to design, develop and create artworks.VA:Cr2.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Develop unique ideas working creatively with others to communicate and advance feelings, ideas, or meaning of works of art.VA:Cr2.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Identify specific elements of art and principles of design to a global level of perspective.VA:Cr2.I:9-12:3

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    ExpectationsVA:Cr2.E

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      Explain the importance of balancing freedom and responsibility in the use of various tools, materials, equipment and images in the creation and circulation of art.VA:Cr2.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Create works of art or design that demonstrates how visual and material culture defines, shapes, enhances, inhibits, and/or empowers people’s lives.VA:Cr2.E:9-12:2

    3. c

      Apply visual organizational strategies to create works of art and design that clearly communicate main/central idea. Manage projects within sketchbook/journal.VA:Cr2.E:9-12:3

Anchor Standard 3: Reflect, Refine, Continue - Refine and complete artistic work.VA:Cr3

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    IndicatorsVA:Cr3.I

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      Present an artwork and/or a series based on a study of form, theme, context, style, and purpose.VA:Cr3.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Persistently collaborate to revise and refine work through self-critique and reflection.VA:Cr3.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsVA:Cr3.E

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      Engage in constructive critique to refine works of art and design while considering relevant, traditional, or contemporary criteria and personal artistic vision.VA:Cr3.E:9-12:1

Anchor Standard 4: Select - Analyze, interpret, and select artistic work for presentation.VA:Pr4

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    IndicatorsVA:Pr4.I

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      Interact effectively with others to determine factors that influenced the creation of art objects that provide social commentary in historical time and places.VA:Pr4.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Reflect on the values and beliefs of the society in which they were created.VA:Pr4.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsVA:Pr4.E

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      Analyze, evaluate, select and justify choices to present a body of artwork that explores curating artwork for a collection, exhibit, event, or portfolio.VA:Pr4.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Act on creative ideas from different times and places.VA:Pr4.I:9-12:3

    3. c

      Work effectively with diverse teams to curate and independently present a body of work (portfolio) that explores a contemporary, cultural, and/or social issue.VA:Pr4.I:9-12:4

    4. d

      Student responsibility for the demonstration of craftsmanship and presentation based on established criteria for a collection, exhibit, event, or portfolio.VA:Pr4.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 5: Analyze - Develop and refine artistic work for presentation.VA:Pr5

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    IndicatorsVA:Pr5.I

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      Adapt to change when analyzing artwork based on criteria for presentation or preservation.VA:Pr5.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Working from memory, observation and or experiences analyze a work that represents personal ideas, thoughts and feelings.VA:Pr5.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Apply critical thinking and problem solving with use of art vocabulary to describe, analyze and interpret visual qualities perceived and recorded in works of art.VA:Pr5.I:9-12:3

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    ExpectationsVA:Pr5.E

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      Analyze and evaluate the reasons and ways an exhibition is presented.VA:Pr5.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Compare and contrast methods and criteria used for preserving and protecting art.VA:Pr5.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 6: Share - Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work.VA:Pr6

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    IndicatorsVA:Pr6.I

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      Make judgments and decisions by accessing, evaluating and using information from a variety of sources.VA:Pr6.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Propose factors that influence artists and inspire artworks.VA:Pr6.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Communicate clearly cultural values and beliefs, stylistic trends, and technology that have influenced choices to present artwork.VA:Pr6.I:9-12:3

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    ExpectationsVA:Pr6.E

Describe the impact an exhibit or collection has on personal, awareness of social, cultural, or political beliefs and understandings.VA:Pr6.E:9-12:1

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    Describe the impact an exhibit or collection has on personal, awareness of social, cultural, or political beliefs and understandings.VA:Pr6.E:9-12:1

Curate a grouping of objects, artifacts, or art to impact the viewer’s understanding of social, cultural, and/or political experiences.VA:Pr6.E:9-12:2

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    Curate a grouping of objects, artifacts, or art to impact the viewer’s understanding of social, cultural, and/or political experiences.VA:Pr6.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 7: Perceive - Perceive and analyze artistic work.VA:Re7

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    IndicatorsVA:Re7.I

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      Analyze media used in reflecting on the completed work.VA:Re7.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Evaluate the choice and use of media, skills, and knowledge in solving the art problem.VA:Re7.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Communicate clearly appropriate art vocabulary to describe, analyze and interpret qualities of visual form evidenced in works of art globally.VA:Re7.I:9-12:3

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      Implement innovative responses describing and analyzing the role of design and images in the world.VA:Re7.I:9-12:4

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    ExpectationsVA:Re7.E

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      Hypothesize ways visual imagery influences perceptions or affects human experience.VA:Re7.E:9-12:1

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      Use historical and contemporary references to determine if an image effectively influences or represents a culture, time, or audience.VA:Re7.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 8: Interpret - Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work.VA:Re8

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    IndicatorsVA:Re8.I

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      Make judgments and decisions exploring different criteria and multiple models for judging diverse works of art.VA:Re8.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Access, evaluate, use, and manage a selected set of criteria to interpret how artists produce critiques that express personal ideas, thoughts and feelings and of others.VA:Re8.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsVA:Re8.E

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      Construct and justify meaningful interpretation of an artwork or collection of works supported by evidence through describing and analyzing feelings, subject matter, formal characteristics, art-making approaches, contextual information, and key concepts.VA:Re8.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Analyze and comprehend differing interpretations of an artwork or collection of works and explain how various interpretations enrich experiences of art and life.VA:Re8.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 9: Analyze - Apply criteria to evaluate artistic work.VA:Re9

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    IndicatorsVA:Re9.I

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      Analyze and evaluate artwork based on select criteria.VA:Re9.I:9-12:1

    2. b

      Determine the value of unique combinations of formal criteria, purpose and expression of contemporary artists.VA:Re9.I:9-12:2

    3. c

      Make aesthetic judgments and decisions to evaluate a work of art based on various criteria.VA:Re9.I:9-12:3

    4. d

      Think creatively inspired by diverse cultural beliefs and values, trends and technical innovations that influence personal artistic choices.VA:Re9.I:9-12:4

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    ExpectationsVA:Re9.E

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      Establish relevant criteria to evaluate a work or collection of art and determine the relevance of criteria used by others.VA:Re9.E:9-12:1

    2. b

      Construct evaluations for a work of art or collection of art based on different sets of criteria.VA:Re9.E:9-12:2

    3. c

      Engage appropriately as audience participants in formal and informal settings.VA:Re9.E:9-12:3

Anchor Standard 10: Synthesize - Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art.VA:Cn10

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    IndicatorsVA:Cn10.I

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      Access, evaluate, use and manage information to compare similarities and differences in style and technique among schools of art and periods in art history.VA:Cn10.I:9-12:1

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      Make judgments and decisions to create; inspired by art history and personal connections.VA:Cn10.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsVA:Cn10.E

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      Synthesize knowledge of social, cultural, historical, and personal life to create meaningful works of art or design.VA:Cn10.E:9-12:1

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      Identify and communicate reasons to create art outside of school.VA:Cn10.E:9-12:2

Anchor Standard 11: Relate - Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.VA:Cn11

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    IndicatorsVA:Cn11.I

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      Access, evaluate, use and manage information from a variety of sources and connects art history with personal visions or contemporary issues.VA:Cn11.I:9-12:1

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      Determine factors that influenced and inspired artists.VA:Cn11.I:9-12:2

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    ExpectationsVA:Cn11.E

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      Analyze and evaluate the impact of an artist or a group of artists on the beliefs, values, and behaviors of a society and the society’s impact on the artist.VA:Cn11.E:9-12:1

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Maryland State Fine Arts Standards

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