Demonstrate an understanding of methods and ideas from established practice appropriate to design
This standard is asking you to show that you understand how professional artists use established methods and ideas in their design work. You need to research real artworks and explain the techniques and concepts these artists use, paying attention to where and why those artworks were created and how people value them. The focus is on learning from what established artists do and being able to explain their design choices.
You identify and document information about methods and ideas from established artists' practice, with some reference to the context in which the artworks exist.
You clearly identify and document specific information about how established artists use particular methods and ideas, with clear reference to the context in which their artworks are made, viewed, and valued.
You analyse and explain the relationship between artists' methods and ideas, clearly showing how and why their artworks connect to their context—including where they're displayed, who views them, and what that environment means for the work.
Standards typically taken alongside or after this one. Same subject, grouped by level.