Visual Art

Prep

Transdisciplinary Theme

Sharing the Planet 

Central Idea

The wonders of the sea spark creativity, imagination and connection. 

This term in Visual Arts, students will dive into the wonders of the sea, exploring how marine life, colour, pattern and natural forms inspire creativity and imagination. Through a variety of hands-on art experiences, they will experiment with different materials, techniques and mixed-media processes to develop imaginative and expressive artworks inspired by the ocean. 

Students will also explore the impact of human activity on marine environments, considering how art can communicate ideas and encourage greater awareness of the need to protect our oceans. As open-minded and caring learners, students will develop a deeper connection to the natural world and discover how creativity can inspire appreciation, responsibility and care for our marine ecosystems. 

We look forward to an exciting term of creativity, discovery and ocean-inspired artistic expression! 

Year 1

Transdisciplinary Theme

Sharing the Planet Central Idea

Our natural environment inspires creativity. 

This term in Visual Arts, Year 1 students will explore how the natural world around us can inspire artists and spark creative ideas. They will investigate the shapes, patterns, colours and textures found in nature and discover how artists use natural materials and the environment as part of their creative process. 

Through a variety of hands-on art experiences, students will experiment with natural and everyday materials, exploring pattern, texture, colour and three-dimensional form. They will develop an appreciation for how art can connect us to our environment while making creative contributions to the spaces around them. 

As inquirers and risk-takers, students will be encouraged to look closely, experiment with new ideas and confidently make creative choices.  

We look forward to an exciting term of nature-inspired creativity, exploration and discovery! 

Year 2

Transdisciplinary Theme

Where We Are in Place and Time 

Central Idea 

Art reveals the many ways different cultures celebrate. 

This term in Visual Arts, Year 2 students will explore how celebrations around the world are expressed through art, colour, pattern, symbols and traditional design. They will discover how different cultures use art to celebrate important events and traditions, and how these artistic forms can tell stories and bring people together. 

Through a range of creative experiences, students will explore pattern, line, colour, form and mixed-media techniques while developing an appreciation for the diverse ways people celebrate. They will draw inspiration from cultural traditions across the world and use their learning to create artworks that celebrate diversity and connection. 

As Open-minded and Inquirers, students will be encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas and appreciate different cultural perspectives.  

We look forward to a vibrant term of creativity, cultural discovery and celebration through art! 

Year 3

Transdisciplinary Theme

How the World Works 

Central Idea

Kinetic sculpture captures the creative and artistic thought of invention. 

This term in Visual Arts, Year 3 students will explore the exciting connection between art, invention and movement. They will discover how artists and inventors have combined imagination, design and scientific thinking to create artworks that move, transform and challenge the way we think about art. 

Through a range of creative experiences, students will investigate movement, shape, scale, balance and colour while experimenting with drawing, watercolour, printmaking and three-dimensional construction. They will be encouraged to think like inventors, developing original ideas and exploring how artistic and scientific thinking can work together. 

As Thinkers and Risk-Takers, students will embrace experimentation, problem-solving and creative challenges.  

We look forward to an exciting term of invention, imagination and artistic exploration as students bring their ideas to life! 

Year 4

Transdisciplinary Theme

How the World Works Central Idea

Australian Aboriginal artists blend tradition with contemporary art, showing the resilience of their culture. 

This term in Visual Arts, Year 4 students will explore how Australian Aboriginal artists draw on rich cultural traditions while embracing contemporary materials, techniques and ideas. They will discover how art can communicate strong connections to Country, nature, culture and community, while recognising the incredible diversity of Aboriginal cultures and artistic traditions across Australia. 

Through a range of creative experiences, students will explore pattern, symbols, texture, colour and form, experimenting with both traditional and contemporary approaches to artmaking. They will consider how artists continue to adapt and evolve their practices while maintaining important cultural connections and stories. 

As Caring and Reflective learners, students will develop greater appreciation and respect for the diversity, resilience and continuing evolution of Australian Aboriginal art.  

We look forward to a meaningful term of creativity, cultural learning and artistic exploration. 

Year 5

Transdisciplinary Theme

How the World Works

Central Idea

Australian Aboriginal artists blend tradition with contemporary art, showing the resilience of their culture. 

This term in Visual Arts, Year 4 students will explore how Australian Aboriginal artists draw on rich cultural traditions while embracing contemporary materials, techniques and ideas. They will discover how art can communicate strong connections to Country, nature, culture and community, while recognising the incredible diversity of Aboriginal cultures and artistic traditions across Australia. 

Through a range of creative experiences, students will explore pattern, symbols, texture, colour and form, experimenting with both traditional and contemporary approaches to artmaking. They will consider how artists continue to adapt and evolve their practices while maintaining important cultural connections and stories. 

As Caring and Reflective learners, students will develop greater appreciation and respect for the diversity, resilience and continuing evolution of Australian Aboriginal art.  

We look forward to a meaningful term of creativity, cultural learning and artistic exploration. 

Year 6

Transdisciplinary Theme

Who We Are 

Central Idea

Self-portraits reflect our personal identity through artistic techniques and expression. 

Building on their Term 3 exploration of self-portraiture, Year 6 students will continue developing their personal artworks, with a greater focus on Media Arts and animation. Students will explore how digital tools can transform a still self-portrait into a moving visual story, using computer-aided animation, movement and music to bring their artwork to life. 

Students will also complete their ceramic pieces, adding painted detail and personal elements that reflect their interests and identity. Through these processes, students will consider how traditional and digital art forms can work together to communicate ideas and express individuality. 

As Reflective, Communicator and Risk-taking learners, students will experiment with new technologies and techniques while confidently extending their creative ideas.  

We look forward to an exciting term of digital creativity, animation and self-expression as students bring their unique artworks to life!