At Wheelers Hill Primary School students in all classes are immersed in regular structured Visual Art sessions in a purpose built Visual Arts room. We aim to deliver an exciting and engaging Visual Arts Program which focuses on sequential development in the main areas of the Art program.

This enables students to develop skills, techniques and processes in the following discipline areas:

• drawing

• painting and printmaking

• construction

• collage

• textiles and

• clay modelling.

These areas are taken individually or combined, with the students working at a level appropriate to their needs.

Participation in the Visual Arts Program fosters group participation, problem solving, confidence, persistence, time management, responsibility, risk taking and personal pride.

By enabling students to experiment with a broad range of materials and styles, we endeavour to nurture individual expression and creativity, cultivate aesthetic awareness and develop an understanding of the elements and principles of art and design.

While working in the Art Room, students are encouraged to develop their own critical awareness and ability to analyse artworks and appreciate the role of technogical change.

Students study work from a range of artists and are encouraged to identify specific art styles and discuss their responses to selected art work. The program also has a strong focus on student engagement and improving social skills. Creativity is the ability to think outside the square, which is paramount in achieving success in all walks of life.

A highlight for all of our students at WHPS is the biennial whole school Art Show, where our gymnasium is totally transformed into a spectacular Gallery Space.  Each student has a beautiful individual piece of art work on display, presenting a colourful visual feast enjoyed by the whole school community. By celebrating and showcasing the work of our students at an event as special as the art show, we are reinforcing that we value their creativity and, importantly, that we value their effort and endeavour.

Student work is on display throughout the school which the school community is welcome to view and enjoy. All work is valued and frequently placed on display for a period of time before taking it home.