Art Grade Syllabus
Level 1 to Level 5 | Ages 8–19
A structured, project-based fine art assessment system
LEVEL 1
Foundation of Drawing & Observation
Recommended Age Group: 8–15 years
Age is indicative only. Student placement is based on skill level and prior experience.
Core Focus
Basic drawing skills, hand control, observation, and creative confidence.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Understand basic shapes and forms
Develop pencil control
Express ideas visually
Observe simple objects and surroundings
Syllabus Coverage
Line drawing (straight, curved, zigzag)
Basic shapes (circle, square, triangle, oval)
Simple object drawing (fruits, toys, household items)
Basic human figures (stick & simple forms)
Nature drawing (sun, trees, flowers)
Introduction to light and dark (no shading yet)
Medium
Pencil (HB, 2B)
Crayons
Colour pencils (optional)
Project-Based Assignment — 80 Marks
20 artworks to be completed from the prescribed Level 1 syllabus
Online Evaluation — 20 Marks (MCQ-Based)
Basic art awareness
Shape and line understanding
Colour identification
Visual comprehension and observation questions
LEVEL 2
Form, Shading & Colour Awareness
Recommended Age Group: 9–16 years
Age is indicative only. Student placement is based on skill level and prior experience.
Core Focus
Form development, tonal values, and introduction to colour application.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Understand 2D to 3D forms
Apply basic shading techniques
Use colours meaningfully
Improve composition
Syllabus Coverage
Shading techniques (light, mid-tone, dark)
Cylindrical, spherical, cuboid forms
Still life (2–3 objects)
Simple landscapes
Introduction to colour wheel
Warm & cool colours
Medium
Pencil (HB–6B)
Poster colours
Water colours (basic)
Project-Based Assignment — 80 Marks
20 artworks to be completed from the prescribed Level 2 syllabus
Online Evaluation — 20 Marks (MCQ-Based)
Shading concepts
Colour theory basics
Form and proportion understanding
Visual problem-solving questions
LEVEL 3
Technique Development & Painting Basics
Recommended Age Group: 10–17 years
Age is indicative only. Student placement is based on skill level and prior experience.
Core Focus
Painting techniques, perspective basics, and subject clarity.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Apply structured painting techniques
Understand space and depth
Develop visual storytelling skills
Syllabus Coverage
One-point perspective
Foreground, middle ground, background
Texture techniques (dry brush, wet-on-wet)
Human proportion (basic)
Landscape & nature painting
Colour harmony and contrast
Medium
Poster colour
Water colour
Mixed media (optional)
Project-Based Assignment — 80 Marks
25 artworks to be completed from the prescribed Level 3 syllabus
Online Evaluation — 20 Marks (MCQ-Based)
Perspective understanding
Painting techniques
Colour harmony and contrast
Art appreciation questions
LEVEL 4
Advanced Painting & Conceptual Thinking
Recommended Age Group: 11–18 years
Age is indicative only. Student placement is based on skill level and prior experience.
Core Focus
Advanced techniques, medium control, and concept development.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Develop artistic themes
Show strong technical control
Interpret concepts visually
Explore professional painting styles
Syllabus Coverage
Acrylic painting techniques
Colour mixing mastery
Portrait basics
Still life with complex objects
Cultural / social themes
Composition & balance
Medium
Acrylic colours
Water colours (advanced)
Pencil & charcoal
Project-Based Assignment — 80 Marks
25 artworks to be completed from the prescribed Level 4 syllabus
Online Evaluation — 20 Marks (MCQ-Based)
Composition principles
Colour application and mixing
Concept interpretation
Analytical art questions
LEVEL 5
Creative Mastery & Portfolio Development
Recommended Age Group: 12–19 years
Age is indicative only. Student placement is based on skill level and prior experience.
Core Focus
Artistic identity, advanced techniques, and portfolio readiness.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
Demonstrate originality
Execute complex compositions
Build a mini art portfolio
Prepare for higher art education
Syllabus Coverage
Oil painting (introductory)
Advanced acrylic techniques
Realistic & expressive styles
Concept art / visual storytelling
Art statement writing (short)
Professional presentation
Medium
Oil colours (introductory level)
Acrylics
Mixed media
Project-Based Assignment — 80 Marks
30 artworks to be completed from the prescribed Level 5 syllabus
Online Evaluation — 20 Marks (MCQ-Based)
Advanced art concepts
Medium-specific knowledge
Artistic intent and interpretation
Visual analysis questions
CERTIFICATION
Successful candidates receive the
Picassian Art Grade Certificate (Level 1–5)
Issued by
Picassian Institute of Fine Arts (PIFA)