Communication & Expression

The artist conveys a specific message or intent (through his or her work).

7- Artist demonstrates advanced skills in conveying his or her message.
- The artist chooses and effectively utilizes specific symbols, signifiers, and/or techniques that enable viewers to “read” his or her message or ideas clearly
- The artist successfully communicates a specific message or intent to the viewer without explanation

6 - Artist demonstrates proficiency in conveying his or her message
- The artist utilizes specific symbols signifiers, and/or techniques that enable viewers to “read” his or her message or ideas clearly
- The artist communicates a message or intent to the viewer with limited explanation needed

5- Artist needs improvement in conveying his or her message
- The artist utilizes few or vague symbols, signifiers, and/or techniques
- The artist’s message or intent requires explanation for viewer understanding

4- Artist does not meet the standard in conveying his or her message.
- The artist does not utilize symbols, signifiers, and/or techniques to communicate ideas
- There is no evidence of the artist’s message, and a full explanation is required for the viewer