Esther STEWART<br/> <em>Autofiction</em> (2020) <!-- (recto) --><br /> synthetic polymer paint on aluminium, aluminium<br /> (221.1 x 413.5 cm)<br /> National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne<br /> Gift of an anonymous donor through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program, 2022<br /> 2022.581<br /> © Esther Stewart <!--149290-->
Esther STEWART
Autofiction (2020)
synthetic polymer paint on aluminium, aluminium
(221.1 x 413.5 cm)
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of an anonymous donor through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program, 2022
2022.581
© Esther Stewart

Look, Think, Write | Exam preparation for senior students
Levels 10–VCE

Mon–Fri, 10am, 11.30am, 1 pm & 2.30pm
NGV International & The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia

Are you looking to strengthen your students’ ability to respond confidently to unfamiliar artworks in their VCE Art exams? Through guided looking, discussion and timed writing practice, this educator-led program uses works from the NGV Collection to build the descriptive, analytical, and interpretive skills required in both VCE Art Making and Exhibiting and VCE Art Creative Practice.

This program would also be suitable for Year 10 students preparing for VCE.

Teachers wishing to include work by First Nations artists should ensure they book this program at NGV Australia.

Students will

  • Analyse and interpret the visual language of unfamiliar artworks through guided looking and discussion
  • Expand their arts vocabulary to describe materials, techniques, art elements and principles
  • Craft clear, evidence-based responses that link visual language to meanings and messages
  • Practice and reflect on exam-style responses to at least 2 different artworks

Duration: 1 hour
Cost: $11 per student

Booking Form

We require four weeks notice for all bookings.

Changes to your booking must be made in writing. Changes can be made up to 14 days prior to your visit. Invoices will be sent prior to the visit. Full program fees will be incurred for late cancellations or amendments.

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Group details

If less than 10 students attend a program, minimum fees may apply
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Program Selection

Are you booking another program on this date?
Please provide details of any relevant themes and skills your students are learning about at school. While we cannot offer individually tailored programs, our museum educators will consider this information when selecting and discussing works of art during the program.

Date Selection

We recommend you provide three date options for your program to avoid disappointment. We will do our best to accommodate your first preference, however due to high demand this may not always be possible.

Terms and Conditions

We do not take tentative bookings. Bookings are considered firm at time of booking. Any amendments, including changes to participant numbers, must be made by email at least 14 days prior to the program. Invoices will be sent prior to the visit. Full program fees will be incurred for late cancellations or amendments. Payment must be paid at least one week prior to the visit.

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