Visual Studies Overview (Leaving Cert Art): Flashcards
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Visual studies explores
Visual studies explores
How culture & ideas are expressed through visual means
Visual language refers to
Visual language refers to
How cultures, time periods & societies communicate visually
The 3 art strands
The 3 art strands
Research, Create, and Respond
Research strand involves
Research strand involves
Investigating & gathering info about artists, artworks, visual culture
Examples of primary sources
Examples of primary sources
Original artworks, artist statements, historical documents
Create strand involves
Create strand involves
Developing practical skills & making own artworks
Respond strand focuses on
Respond strand focuses on
Analysis, interpretation & critical thinking about art
The 3 content areas
The 3 content areas
Europe & World, Ireland & World, Today's World
Movements in Europe & World
Movements in Europe & World
Renaissance, Baroque, Romanticism, Impressionism, Modernism
Ireland content area examines
Ireland content area examines
Irish art & artists within international context
Today's World focuses on
Today's World focuses on
Contemporary art & visual culture
Written exam tests
Written exam tests
Knowledge & understanding of content areas studied
Creative Engagement Project involves
Creative Engagement Project involves
Working with artists, visiting galleries/museums
Visual diary/sketchbook purpose
Visual diary/sketchbook purpose
Record observations, ideas & responses to artworks
Observational drawing strengthens
Observational drawing strengthens
Practical skills & ability to see visual details