REFLECTIVE JOURNAL

The Reflective Journal is a body of work reflecting the student’s exposure to the theory, process and practice of Visual Arts with special reference to the Expressive Forms studied. The Journal must show evidence of research undertaken inclusive of samples, photographs, interviews, critiques, descriptive and personal statement and reflections.

The Reflective Journal should contain approximately 1000 words and must be presented in a booklet no smaller than 21cm x 30cm and no larger than 30cm x 40cm.

On completion of the Reflective Journal, the student should have acquired:

• knowledge of:

  a) Aspects of Visual Arts in the Caribbean through a study of the work done and the techniques used by artists and craftpersons;

  b) Facts relevant to the topic of study;

  c) Description, interpretation and evaluation of artwork studied;
   

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills, in particular the ability to:

  a)  Identify and define problems related to art materials and processes;

  b)  Analyze evidence and arrive at a personal opinion and solution;

  c)  Interpret, compare, contrast and evaluate visual material;
   

• Attitudes, feelings and sensibilities, so that the student is open-minded enough to examine alternative ideas rationally and to change position when the evidence warrants it;
   

• Social and research skills, including the ability to:

  a)  Work independently;

  b)  Use a variety of research sources;

  c)  Select and organise visual material relevant to written content;

  d)  Compile and present a journal that is logical, neat and legible using skills in illustration and layout.