Montana K–6 visual art standards

engage in creative play with art materials

create artworks or designs that represent natural and constructed objects

explain the artistic process while making artworks

choose art objects for a personal portfolio and display

explain the purpose of a portfolio or collection

explain the purpose of an art museum

identify uses of artwork within one's personal environment

identify subject matter and details in artworks

explain reasons for selecting a preferred artwork

create art that tells a story about a personal experience

identify a purpose of an artwork.

engage and collaborate in creative investigation of art materials

create artwork that identifies uses of everyday objects

use art vocabulary to describe choices while creating art

explain why objects, artifacts, and artwork are valued differently by different audiences

identify how artwork should be prepared for a presentation

identify the roles and responsibilities of people who visit and work in museums

select and describe artworks that illustrate daily life comparing different images that represent the same subject

describe characteristics of artworks

classify artwork based on reasons for preferences

identify reasons to create art outside of school

describe the reasons that people from different places and times create artwork.

discover multiple approaches and solutions to an art or design problem

demonstrate personal interest in an artwork or design using various materials, tools, and everyday objects

discuss choices made in creating artwork

categorize artwork based on a theme or concept for an exhibit

describe different materials or artistic techniques for preparing artwork for presentation

describe how exhibited art, in a variety of venues, contributes to communities

describe aesthetic characteristics of the natural world and constructed environments based on expressive properties

describe the mood suggested by an artwork

use art vocabulary to express preferences about artwork

create artworks about events in home, school, or community life

discuss cultural uses of artwork from different times and places.

apply knowledge of available resources to enhance personal ideas through the art-making process

create artwork using a variety of artistic processes and materials

elaborate on artwork by adding details to enhance meaning

research and discuss the possibilities and limitations of physical and digital spaces for exhibiting artwork

prepare artworks for presentation

explain how and where different cultures record and illustrate stories and history of life through art

identify processes an artist uses to create artwork

discuss the use of media to create subject matter, form, and mood in artwork

evaluate artwork based on criteria

develop artwork based on observations and details of surroundings

compare how responses to art change based on knowledge of the artwork's cultural and historical context.

collaborate on multiple approaches to a creative art or design problem and develop a plan from concept to completion for an artwork

apply research to art-making for the purpose of communicating about constructed environments

revise artwork on the basis of insights gained through discussion

describe how past, present, and emerging technologies impact the preservation and presentation of artwork

analyze considerations for presenting and protecting artworks

compare purposes of art museums, art galleries, and other venues with the types of experiences they provide

compare components of visual imagery

analyze subject matter, form, and use of media in artwork

apply criteria to analyze artworks

create artworks that reflect community cultural traditions

interpret artworks through observation and information about context.

combine diverse concepts and artistic methods to choose an approach and create an artwork

create artworks that document places or objects of personal significance

create artist statements using art vocabulary to describe personal choices in art-making

explain the role of a curator

discuss responsible and effective use of materials and techniques for preparing, presenting, and preserving artwork

cite evidence to explain how an exhibition presents ideas and provides information about a specific concept or topic

compare personal interpretations of artwork to others' interpretations

analyze use of structure, context, and visual elements to convey ideas and mood in artworks

evaluate artworks based on styles, genres, and media

apply formal and conceptual knowledge of art and design to make artwork

identify how artworks are used to inform or change beliefs, values, or behaviors of an individual or society.

design project steps and criteria to reach an identified goal and investigate personally relevant content for art-making

demonstrate awareness of issues and ethics of appropriation as they create artworks and design

apply criteria to plan revisions for artwork or design

compare similarities and differences associated with preserving and presenting two- dimensional, three-dimensional, and digital artwork

evaluate methods for preparing and presenting artwork based on criteria

explain and cite evidence about how exhibits reflect history and values of a community

explain how a person's aesthetic choices are influenced by culture and environment

collaborate to interpret artworks

develop criteria to evaluate artwork

use art to express ideas and current interests

distinguish different ways that artworks represent, establish, reinforce, and reflect group identity.