Use drawing methods to apply knowledge of conventions appropriate to design
This standard asks you to use drawing techniques to show you understand and apply design conventions properly. You'll create design drawings that might include sketches, research notes, concept ideas, or prototypes—all arranged using visual elements like line, shape, colour, and tone, plus design principles like balance and contrast. The key is proving you can select and use the right drawing methods for the design purpose you have in mind.
You use drawing methods and apply some knowledge of design conventions—your drawings show visual elements and principles arranged in ways that support a design.
You select specific drawing methods and apply targeted knowledge of design conventions to suit your intended design purpose—your choices show you understand why certain techniques work for your particular project.
You critically select and use particular drawing methods and apply in-depth knowledge of design conventions—your work demonstrates careful, purposeful decisions about materials, techniques, and visual principles that directly strengthen your design solution.
Standards typically taken alongside or after this one. Same subject, grouped by level.