Higher
The Art & Design course, includes the three elements of expressive, design and critical/evaluative activities which is a feature of art and design in Scotland. Within and across these elements, candidates develop knowledge, understanding and appreciation and are involved in creative and aesthetic activities associated with art and design practice. These activities are experienced across a range of cultural, social and historical contexts which enable candidates to explore personal interests and develop technical skills.
COURSE
Candidates might select from the areas of Portraiture, Figure Composition, Still Life, Natural Environment, Built Environment, or Fantasy and Imagination.
Expressive Activity
Candidates will develop Expressive Activity through the study of a single context or related contexts, and explore and use one or more selected media process(es). Expressive Activity includes:
identifying and investigating themes and ideas of personal interest and relevance
investigating and responding to visual and/or other stimuli
analytical drawing from first-hand sources
developing drawing from first-hand sources
developing media-handling skills and creative techniques
developing and resolving personal ideas and interpretations creatively
communicating personal thoughts, feelings, ideas and interpretations through the production of two and/or three-dimensional artwork.
Design Activity
Candidates will develop Design Activity through the study of a single context or related contexts and one or more selected media process(es).
Design Activity is concerned with developing and applying skills of flexible, creative thought and action through:
identifying a design need or problem
investigating the requirements and constraints of a design need or problem
considering design issues
developing and considering approaches and possible solutions.
Candidates might select from the areas of Graphic Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Environmental/Architectural Design, Jewellery Design or Textile/Fashion Design.
Art & Design Studies
Art & Design Studies cover the development of knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the visual art and design, historical and contemporary, through:
researching and investigating selected areas of Visual Arts and Design.
demonstrating a critical awareness and communicating informed personal views, opinions and judgements.