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Work Sample : Indra

Activity : Visual Arts: Wire Sculptures

    Visual Arts: Wire Sculptures - Indra : Grade Commentary

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Indra has demonstrated a high level of competence in using materials and forms to represent the subject matter of a face and its features. There is evidence of careful observation in the depiction of the eyes, nose, mouth and jaw line. Indra has investigated various construction techniques and spatial qualities to represent likenesses using a 3D wire sculpture. A high level of competence is evident in the manipulation of techniques in the reinforced hairline with wire looping used to create curls. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade B standard at the end of Stage 3.

Grade B

The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. In addition, the student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations.

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Foundation Statement strands

The following strands are covered in this activity:

  • Visual Arts
    Students make artworks for a variety of audiences using different forms and techniques to convey meaning and represent the likeness of things in the world. They discuss artworks in terms of how subject matter is used and represented, artists' intention and audience interpretation and make reasoned judgements about these artworks.
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