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K–12 Standards

Visual Arts: Art II

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Creative Processva.cp

  • 1

    The student will apply creative thinking to original artistic works.AII.1

    1. a

      Select materials, media, and processes of personal interest to communicate ideas in artworksAII.1.a

    2. b

      Communicate a personal style and point of view in artwork.AII.1.b

  • 2

    The student will apply a creative process to develop ideas and artworkAII.2

    1. a

      Refine and edit original works of artAII.2.a

    2. b

      Expand the use of a digital or traditional process art portfolio to include research, inquiry, preliminary sketches, completed works, critical writings, and reflections.AII.2.b

    3. c

      Select, prepare, and submit works of art for exhibition.AII.2.c

Critical Thinking and Communicationva.ctc

  • 3

    The student will analyze, interpret, and evaluate artwork.AII.3

    1. a

      Identify common characteristics of works of art and design that are presented as a series or sequenceAII.3.a

    2. b

      Describe, analyze, interpret, and evaluate personal, peer, and professional works of art and designAII.3.b

    3. c

      Expand on constructive approaches to critique such as in-progress (formative), self-reflective, and summative.AII.3.c

  • 4

    The student will formulate a definition for art and defend that definition in relation to objects in the world.AII.4

  • 5

    The student will demonstrate personal responsibility for the care and safe use of shared art materials.AII.5

History, Culture, and Citizenshipva.hcc

  • 6

    The student will understand historical and cultural influences of art.AII.6

    1. a

      Identify diverse historical and contemporary artists and artworks.AII.6.a

    2. b

      Examine and discuss social, political, economic, and cultural factors that influence works of art and designAII.6.b

    3. c

      Investigate how art and design can be viewed from a variety of personal, cultural, and historical perspectivesAII.6.c

  • 7

    The student will identify ways that art can be used to address community needs.AII.7

  • 8

    The student will apply and justify ethical choices when creating works of art and designAII.8

Innovation in the Artsva.ia

  • 9

    The student will describe various art-related skills that relate to a variety of postsecondary educational and career opportunities.AII.9

  • 10

    The student will identify how digital media, and technology tools can be used to create, edit, and present works of art.AII.10

  • 11

    The student will explore and respond to works of art that are inspired by other fine arts and fields of knowledge.AII.11

Technique and Applicationva.ta

  • 12

    The student will employ elements of art and principles of design to effectively communicate intended meaning in works of art and designAII.12

  • 13

    The student will use a variety of perspective techniques such as linear, atmospheric, and/or multi-point perspective to create the illusion of space in works of art.AII.13

  • 14

    The student will expand on observational skills to create expressive and meaningful artworksAII.14

  • 15

    The student will demonstrate proficiency, skill, and control in the use of media and techniques.AII.15

  • 16

    The student will combine traditional and nontraditional media to create works of art.AII.16

  • 17

    The student will interpret a subject in an original style or point of view.AII.17

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?
Virginia Department of Education

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