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7–10Visual Arts 7–10 Syllabus

Record of changes
Implementation from 2027
Expand for detailed implementation advice

Content

Stage 4

Art critical and historical studies: Artworld concepts
Artist
  • Investigate the roles and work of selected artists, including groups of artists in different times, places and contexts

  • Describe and explain how and why artists represent their ideas and intentions in their artworks

  • Identify the contribution of artists in different cultures and contexts, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artists

Artwork
  • Explore different art forms considering their representational properties

  • Explain how artworks are constructed to convey meaning to audiences

  • Interpret the meaning of artworks across historical and contemporary eras, art movements, art periods and contexts

  • Explore representations of Cultural identity, Spirituality and connections to Country and/or Place in artworks by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Artists

World
  • Explore how the world is a source of ideas and interests for artists in art making

  • Explain how and why artists represent the world in different times and places in artworks

Audience
  • Explore the roles and functions of audiences in different times, places and contexts

  • Explain how audiences make judgements when interpreting the meaning of an artwork

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