Art and crafts (KHV01‑02)
Core elements

The core element craft skills involves mastery, and the development of practical skills and patience by using a variety of tools and materials. The pupils become aware of the characteristics, functionality and expression of materials through their own creative work. They use hard and soft materials, plastic and digital tools in an ethical, safe and environmentally friendly way throughout their education.

The core element art and design processes involves the development of curiosity, creativity, courage, the joy of innovation, patience and problem-solving skills. The core element emphasises both open and explorative processes, as well as incremental processes with development and innovation as goals.

The core element visual communication involves being able to read, understand and use visual language. The development of drawing skills is fundamental in order to communicate ideas, experiences, messages and contexts. The pupils consciously and experimentally use visual instruments in 2D, 3D and digital expressions.

The core element cultural awareness involves exploring modern visual culture and cultural heritage in different parts of the world as experiential and inspirational sources in their own creative practice. The pupils encounter examples of and reflect on how art, crafts and design mirror and play a role in the shaping of culture, social development and human identity. Knowledge of visual and material cultures lays the foundation for making conscious choices as a consumer and fellow citizen, as well as in one's own creative work.