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K–12 Standards

Fine Arts: Visual Art (1st Grade)

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Creative Process (CP)CP

  • 1

    Learn and use vocabulary and concepts related to visual arts. VA.CP.1

    1. 1

      Describe personal artwork while referencing introductory art vocabulary (e.g., various elements of art and principles of design). 1.VA.CP.1.1

    2. 2

      Describe the content of works of art while referencing various elements of art and principles of design. 1.VA.CP.1.2

  • 2

    Practice and refine techniques and skills related to visual arts. VA.CP.2

    1. 1

      Engage collaboratively in exploration and imaginative play with materials. 1.VA.CP.2.1

    2. 2

      Practice the use of common tools and materials in art making (e.g., cutting lines and curves, using a ruler to draw straight lines, using stencils, etc.). 1.VA.CP.2.2

  • 3

    Make creative choices and practice individual expression in application of concepts, vocabulary, techniques, and skills. VA.CP.3

    1. 1

      Describe steps involved in creating artwork using art vocabulary (the elements of art and principles of design). 1.VA.CP.3.1

    2. 2

      Use appropriate vocabulary (elements of art and principles of design) to express how art can portray emotions. 1.VA.CP.3.2

Production (P)P

  • 1

    Utilize a variety of ideas and subject matter in creation of original works of visual art. VA.P.1

    1. 1

      Gather references from diverse sources and create works using various subject matter. 1.VA.P.1.1

  • 2

    Use different media, supplies, and tools in an appropriate and safe manner in the creation of original visual artworks.VA.P.2

    1. 1

      Explore the elements of art (e.g., line, color, form, shape, texture, value, and space) and principles of design (e.g., rhythm, balance, contrast, movement, center of interest, and repetition) using a variety of art materials, supplies, and tools in various media (materials). 1.VA.P.2.1

    2. 2

      Use supplies and tools in a safe and responsible manner to create original art. 1.VA.P.2.2

  • 3

    Demonstrate appropriate skill level in the application of knowledge, techniques, skills, and concepts, through the creation of original visual artworks. VA.P.3

    1. 1

      Engage in art- making, exploring knowledge of art vocabulary, materials, techniques, and skills.1.VA.P.3.1

    2. 2

      Use observation and teacher established criteria to refine a piece of original artwork until its completion. 1.VA.P.3.2

  • 4

    Revising and refining artworks to create finished works of art. VA.P.4

Cultural and Historical Perspectives (CHP)CHP

  • 1

    Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural and historical context to deepen understanding. VA.CHP.1

    1. 1

      Observe works of art from various times, places, and cultures. 1.CHP.1.1

    2. 2

      Explore the variety of reasons and materials used to create art.1.CHP.1.2

Aesthetic Response & Critique Methodologies (ARCM)ARCM

  • 1

    Perceive, analyze, interpret, and evaluate artistic work. VA.ARCM.1

    1. 1

      Demonstrate respect for personal artwork and the artwork of others. 1.VA.ARCM.1.1

    2. 2

      Identify connections between visual art and other domains of learning. 1.VA.ARCM.1.2

    3. 3

      Describe choices made in personal works of art. 1.VA.ARCM.1.3

    4. 4

      Explore potential art related careers. 1.VA.ARCM.1.4

    5. 5

      Select and collect personal works of art. 1.VA.ARCM.1.5

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 1
Where can I read the official document?
Oklahoma Academic Standards

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