Louisiana K–6 visual art standards

Use elements and principles of design and basic art vocabulary for expressing responses to the work of others

Recognize and respond to concepts of beauty and taste in the ideas and creations of others through the study of visual arts

Explore the beauty in nature and discern images and sensory qualities found in nature and art

Recognize that there are many possibilities and choices in the processes for designing and producing visual arts

Participate in guided inquiry into the basic question, "What is art?" and share personal feelings or preferences about various works

Identify where and how the visual arts are used in daily life and in the community

View works of art and express observations about how the elements and principles of design are used in the works

Identify images, colors, and other art elements that have specific meanings in cultural contexts

Express and explain aesthetic judgments about the created (built) environment

Express and explain opinions about visual works of others using basic art vocabulary

Express interpretations about works of art and give supporting reasons

Explore and identify imagery from a variety of sources and create visual representations

Explore and discuss techniques and technologies for visual expression and communication

Use art vocabulary and the elements and principles of design to convey the language of art (create and discuss own artwork)

Experiment to create various art forms, including art forms from other cultures

Draw on imagination, individual experience, and group activities to generate ideas for visual expression

Identify relationships among visual arts, other arts, and disciplines outside the arts

Maintain a sketchbook or journal, or develop a portfolio

Identify the subject, basic style, and culture represented by various works of art

Recognize universal symbols and how works of art communicate a universal language

Identify art images and themes from the past and present and discuss historical differences

Identify media used in works of art throughout history and recognize the importance of available resources

Recognize professions in the visual arts and the role and status of the artist in various cultures and time periods

Recognize great artists and works of art that have shaped the history of art

Use elements and principles of design and expanded art vocabulary for responding to the aesthetic qualities of various works

Recognize that concepts of beauty differ by culture and that taste varies from person to person

Perceive the aesthetic value and influence of organic forms and the natural environment as reflected in works of art

Demonstrate awareness of various new ideas, possibilities, options, and situations pertaining to the art world

Discuss the question "What is art?" and express intuitive reactions and personal responses to various works

Describe the use and value of the visual arts in daily life, the workplace, and the community

View works of art and analyze how artists use design elements and principles to achieve an aesthetic effect

Analyze and interpret art images for their symbolic meaning, purpose, and value in place and time

Express and justify aesthetic judgments about the created (built) environment

Critique works of art sing expanded art vocabulary

Develop interpretations about works of art and give supporting reasons

Demonstrate art methods and techniques in visual representations based on research of imagery

Select and apply media techniques, and technology to visually express and communicate

Use the elements and principles of design and art vocabulary to visually express and describe individual ideas

Develop skills in creating various art forms, including art forms from other cultures

Produce ideas for art productions while engaging in individual and group activities

Understand and visually express relationships among visual arts, other arts, and disciplines outside the arts

Maintain a sketchbook or journal and develop a portfolio

Identify and classify works of art by their subject, style, culture, and time period

Understand how works of art cross geographical, political, and historical boundaries

Understand the meaning and significance of ideas, themes, and messages in works of art from the past and present

Distinguish media and techniques used to create works of art throughout history

Describe and compare careers in visual arts and the role and status of the artist in various cultures and time periods

Identify major works of great and influential artists and recognize their achievements