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Visual Arts

A young woman with a cheerful expression is holding a colorful painting in a room with various art supplies and equipment.

All students at AIS, from the Primary through Upper Schools, participate in the International Baccalaureate Visual Arts program. This provides them with an avenue to explore and inquire about the critical issues of the world, and to take action, through artistic expression.

A collage of various colorful and eclectic images, stickers, and graphics covering the entire frame, creating a vibrant and visually stimulating composition.
A vibrant mural depicting various people, symbols, and scenes, including a large sun-like figure, houses, and several individuals with expressive faces.
A vibrant, abstract artwork composed of colorful, geometric shapes and patterns adorns the wall, creating a visually striking and eye-catching display.
Two women in colorful, patterned clothing are engaged in conversation in front of a wall displaying various artworks.
The image depicts a group of people, likely students, examining various artworks displayed on the walls of what appears to be an art gallery or exhibition space. The artworks feature a range of styles and subjects, including abstract and representational pieces, with vibrant colors and intriguing compositions.
The image shows a group of people engaged in conversation in what appears to be an art gallery or exhibition space, with various artworks and displays visible in the background.
A group of people, mostly young adults, gathered in what appears to be a classroom or office setting, with various items and supplies visible in the foreground.
The image shows a group of people gathered in what appears to be an office or workplace setting, with a woman in the foreground holding pink star-shaped balloons.
The image shows a colorful geometric artwork on the wall, with a decorative skull-shaped object placed on a pedestal in the foreground.
The image depicts a glass display case containing a wooden box, with a colorful abstract portrait of a person's face painted on the glass.
The image shows a hand holding a can of spray paint in front of a canvas displaying vibrant pink and white daisy flowers against a dark background.
The image displays a large colorful painting of a tropical fish on a black background, with various art materials and displays in the foreground.
Two people, a man and a woman, are standing in an art gallery or exhibition space. The woman is wearing a purple sweater and smiling, while the man is facing her. The background includes colorful abstract artwork displayed on the walls.
The image depicts a wall covered with various artworks, including paintings, drawings, and photographs, arranged in a collage-like manner.
The image depicts a group of people standing in a hallway, examining artwork displayed on the walls. The foreground shows several individuals engaged in conversation, while the background reveals a variety of framed artworks and posters adorning the walls.
A framed display showcasing a preserved human figure, surrounded by a blue and yellow backdrop, with a descriptive label visible below.

In all the art courses, the emphasis is on nurturing individual expression and acquiring the practical skills to communicate this.

Throughout the Primary Years,  Middle Years, and Diploma Programs, Visual Arts grows more advanced and sophisticated in nature, mirroring the student journey. They engage in the creative cycle - planning, creating, and evaluating art and develop skills that benefit them not only in visual arts, but across other disciplines and throughout their lives.

A young woman in a blue shirt and apron is intently focused on painting a colorful abstract artwork on a canvas in a studio setting with various art supplies visible in the background.

The visual arts are an integral part of everyday life, permeating all levels of human creativity, expression, communication and understanding.
International Baccalaureate Organization