Mission: “Every child is born an Artist. The problem is how to remain one once one grows up” -Picasso
Art 1
This course emphasizes the elements of art and the principles of design, color theory, vocabulary. Students are provided a strong foundation in design, drawing, and vocabulary in a teacher-structured environment. Problem solving and decision-making are emphasized throughout art 1.
Required Materials:
-# 2 Pencil
-Black and White Composition Book
Student Goals:
- Give 100% on every project, even if you do not care for it
- Strengthen independent thinking skills
Rules:
-Be on time
-Clean up after yourself
-Do not waste
-Demonstrate respect
-Students must be dress code compliant
Cell Phone Use:
IN this class cell phones are for: photographing artwork, researching reference images, and to listen to music quietly (with earbuds) during independent work time only. Cell phones should not be seen (ie) kept in bookbag with headphones extended out when listening to music.
IN this class cell phones are not for: watching movies/shows/videos, texting, taking selfies, snapchats, social networking, or making calls.
If devices become a distraction or a disruption to learning they will be taken after one warning.
Penalty Procedures:
Students will receive a grade on every project and sketchbook assignment. Each project will be evaluated in the following areas: Followed Directions, Growth/ Progress, Creativity/Effort, Craftsmanship, And Work Habits. Students will be required to complete a written self critique to be turned in with each completed project.
- Failure to do a project = 0
- Missing, Lost, or “stolen” project = 0
- Projects account for 70 % of student’s grade
Sketchbooks:
- A “First Fifteen” sketchbook assignment will be given every day during the first fifteen minutes of class. Students will be expected to work on assignment independently. Sketchbooks will be graded at the end of every week and a single grade for the entire week will be given. Any missed sketchbooks must be made up . Sketchbooks account for 30 % of student’s grade.
- Final art exam comes directly from sketchbook assignments.
- First Fifteen assignments are done in sketchbook.
- Sketchbooks are graded every Friday.
- Daily sketchbook assignments are worth 20 pts. ( 5 days a week=100)
Classroom Procedures:
Entering class- students begin working on sketchbook upon entering class.
Materials- students are expected to have a #2 pencil with them every day
Addressing Class- Teacher will raise hand until all students are facing teacher and quiet while teacher is speaking.
Student work- students present in class are expected to work in class
Sketchbook turn in- students complete a and turn in sketchbooks on every Friday and will be retuned the following Monday.
Projects- Students begin work on projects as they finish their First 15 assignments. Directions and examples are located on board for the duration of the project.
Project turn in- students complete a self critique, paper clip critique to art work, and turn in.
Demonstrations- All students are facing and in close proximity to the teacher. Absences-Students are responsible for all work/assignments missed.
Class work- Students work in assigned seats for duration of class.
Clean up: Students are responsible for cleaning work area and returning supplies.
Dismissal: Students remain in seat until teacher dismisses class. (no lining up at the door)
Sketchbook Grading Rubric (Art 1)100
-full detail in image reproduction
-legible and complete artist info
-detailed and creative drawings
-10 sentences
-definitions and matching imagery for elements of art/ principles of design
Sketchbook is concise, organized, and turned in on time.
99-93
-good detail in image reproduction
-all artist info
-creative drawings
-between 5-10 sentences
-turned in on time.
85-92
-images are recognizable
-all artist info
-drawings are complete and somewhat creative
-4 sentences
-turned in on time
78-84
-all days attempted
-partial information
-drawings present
-3 sentences
77-70
-all days attempted
-2 sentences
-missing multiple items (definitions, elements of art)
69-below
-missing entire days (20 points per day)
-missing definitions
Note: All sketchbooks can be made up or amended without penalty as long as it meets grading criteria. Visit www.first15.weebly.com to view sketchbook assignments you have missed.
Art 1
This course emphasizes the elements of art and the principles of design, color theory, vocabulary. Students are provided a strong foundation in design, drawing, and vocabulary in a teacher-structured environment. Problem solving and decision-making are emphasized throughout art 1.
Required Materials:
-# 2 Pencil
-Black and White Composition Book
Student Goals:
- Give 100% on every project, even if you do not care for it
- Strengthen independent thinking skills
Rules:
-Be on time
-Clean up after yourself
-Do not waste
-Demonstrate respect
-Students must be dress code compliant
Cell Phone Use:
IN this class cell phones are for: photographing artwork, researching reference images, and to listen to music quietly (with earbuds) during independent work time only. Cell phones should not be seen (ie) kept in bookbag with headphones extended out when listening to music.
IN this class cell phones are not for: watching movies/shows/videos, texting, taking selfies, snapchats, social networking, or making calls.
If devices become a distraction or a disruption to learning they will be taken after one warning.
Penalty Procedures:
- Warning
- Conference/ Call Home
- Referral
Students will receive a grade on every project and sketchbook assignment. Each project will be evaluated in the following areas: Followed Directions, Growth/ Progress, Creativity/Effort, Craftsmanship, And Work Habits. Students will be required to complete a written self critique to be turned in with each completed project.
- Failure to do a project = 0
- Missing, Lost, or “stolen” project = 0
- Projects account for 70 % of student’s grade
Sketchbooks:
- A “First Fifteen” sketchbook assignment will be given every day during the first fifteen minutes of class. Students will be expected to work on assignment independently. Sketchbooks will be graded at the end of every week and a single grade for the entire week will be given. Any missed sketchbooks must be made up . Sketchbooks account for 30 % of student’s grade.
- Final art exam comes directly from sketchbook assignments.
- First Fifteen assignments are done in sketchbook.
- Sketchbooks are graded every Friday.
- Daily sketchbook assignments are worth 20 pts. ( 5 days a week=100)
Classroom Procedures:
Entering class- students begin working on sketchbook upon entering class.
Materials- students are expected to have a #2 pencil with them every day
Addressing Class- Teacher will raise hand until all students are facing teacher and quiet while teacher is speaking.
Student work- students present in class are expected to work in class
Sketchbook turn in- students complete a and turn in sketchbooks on every Friday and will be retuned the following Monday.
Projects- Students begin work on projects as they finish their First 15 assignments. Directions and examples are located on board for the duration of the project.
Project turn in- students complete a self critique, paper clip critique to art work, and turn in.
Demonstrations- All students are facing and in close proximity to the teacher. Absences-Students are responsible for all work/assignments missed.
Class work- Students work in assigned seats for duration of class.
Clean up: Students are responsible for cleaning work area and returning supplies.
Dismissal: Students remain in seat until teacher dismisses class. (no lining up at the door)
Sketchbook Grading Rubric (Art 1)100
-full detail in image reproduction
-legible and complete artist info
-detailed and creative drawings
-10 sentences
-definitions and matching imagery for elements of art/ principles of design
Sketchbook is concise, organized, and turned in on time.
99-93
-good detail in image reproduction
-all artist info
-creative drawings
-between 5-10 sentences
-turned in on time.
85-92
-images are recognizable
-all artist info
-drawings are complete and somewhat creative
-4 sentences
-turned in on time
78-84
-all days attempted
-partial information
-drawings present
-3 sentences
77-70
-all days attempted
-2 sentences
-missing multiple items (definitions, elements of art)
69-below
-missing entire days (20 points per day)
-missing definitions
Note: All sketchbooks can be made up or amended without penalty as long as it meets grading criteria. Visit www.first15.weebly.com to view sketchbook assignments you have missed.
Art 2
“That which is static and repetitive is boring. That which is dynamic and random is confusing. In between lies Art”- John Locke
Course Description
Art 2 is designed for students to create advanced artwork using a variety of Art making processes. Students are expected to create well planned and well executed projects. Traditional Art Making techniques will be built upon and new techniques will be explored.
Art 2 Students will:
Planning/Idea development (20) ( )
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
Craftsmanship (20) ( )
Timeline
“That which is static and repetitive is boring. That which is dynamic and random is confusing. In between lies Art”- John Locke
Course Description
Art 2 is designed for students to create advanced artwork using a variety of Art making processes. Students are expected to create well planned and well executed projects. Traditional Art Making techniques will be built upon and new techniques will be explored.
Art 2 Students will:
- increase their observational drawing skills
- become much more creative
- master painting skills and techniques
- create advanced work in the third dimension
- create well thought out and well planned projects
- students are given ample class time to complete all projects
- incomplete projects may be taken home and completed with no penalty
- students receive a grade on every project
Planning/Idea development (20) ( )
- pre-planning in sketchbook
- practice
- reference images
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
- obvious visual flow
- intentional placement
Craftsmanship (20) ( )
- well made
- clean
- theme is recognizable
Timeline
- work not completed by due date may be taken home, worked on during flex, or worked on before/after school with no penalty
- Late work must be finished and turned in by the end of the 6 weeks or a “0” will be put in as the grade.
Art 3 honors
“Art completes what Nature cannot bring to a Finish” - Aristotle
Course Description
Honors Art 3 is designed for students to create advanced artwork using a variety of Art making processes. Students are expected to create well planned and well executed projects. Traditional Art Making techniques will be built upon and new techniques will be explored.
Requirements
Grading
Finished Projects- work is finished, photographed, and uploaded to student website
Project Progression/Documentation- Project is photographed in every step of the process to show the thought process and evolution of the finished project. These photos are uploaded to student website.
Artist Statement- This is a description of the finished piece and should provide some insight into the students thought processes, successes, and weaknesses with the finished work. Should be 10 or more sentences long.
Finished work, documentation, and artists statement will be graded from the website
Grading Rubric (art 3)
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
Timeline
“Art completes what Nature cannot bring to a Finish” - Aristotle
Course Description
Honors Art 3 is designed for students to create advanced artwork using a variety of Art making processes. Students are expected to create well planned and well executed projects. Traditional Art Making techniques will be built upon and new techniques will be explored.
Requirements
- create well thought out and well planned projects
- all projects must be documented and posted to student website
- students will create a personal art website dedicated to documenting each project
Grading
Finished Projects- work is finished, photographed, and uploaded to student website
Project Progression/Documentation- Project is photographed in every step of the process to show the thought process and evolution of the finished project. These photos are uploaded to student website.
Artist Statement- This is a description of the finished piece and should provide some insight into the students thought processes, successes, and weaknesses with the finished work. Should be 10 or more sentences long.
Finished work, documentation, and artists statement will be graded from the website
Grading Rubric (art 3)
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
- pre-planning in sketchbook
- practice
- reference images
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
- obvious visual flow
- intentional placement
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
- well made
- clean
- theme is recognizable
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
- 10 meaningful sentences
- 5 about process
- 5 about philosophy/style
- 5 or more
- start to finish
- clear and identifiable images
- no stock images (weebly)
- images match art/project
- easy to navigate
- projects on individual pages
- response forms
Timeline
- Students will have ample time to complete all projects in class by due date
- work not completed by due date may be taken home, worked on during flex, or worked on before/after school with no penalty
- Late work must be finished and turned in by the end of the 6 weeks or a “0” will be put in as the grade.
Art 4 honors
“Creativity takes courage” - Henri Matisse
Course Description
Honors Art 4 is designed for students to explore a variety of Art making processes independently. Students are expected to design and execute their own projects with minimal teacher instruction. Students are encouraged to experiment with new art making techniques and processes as well as further explore familiar ones. Honors Art 4 students are leaders in the art room because of their art experience and artistic maturity.
Requirements
Art 4 Grading Rubric
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
Finished Projects- work is finished, photographed, and uploaded to student website
Project Progression/Documentation- Project is photographed in every step of the process to show the thought process and evolution of the finished project. These photos are uploaded to student website.
Artist Statement- This is a description of the finished piece and should provide some insight into the students thought processes, successes, and weaknesses with the finished work. Should be 10 or more sentences long.
Students will receive 3 grades every 6 weeks
Finished work, documentation, and artists statement will be graded from the website
Timeline
“Creativity takes courage” - Henri Matisse
Course Description
Honors Art 4 is designed for students to explore a variety of Art making processes independently. Students are expected to design and execute their own projects with minimal teacher instruction. Students are encouraged to experiment with new art making techniques and processes as well as further explore familiar ones. Honors Art 4 students are leaders in the art room because of their art experience and artistic maturity.
Requirements
- create 9 works of art using 9 different materials (or processes)
- all projects must be unified by a theme (even though they are different materials)
- create a personal art website dedicated to documenting each project (can use sites created in art 3)
Art 4 Grading Rubric
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
- pre-planning in sketchbook
- practice
- reference images
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
- obvious visual flow
- intentional placement
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
- well made
- clean
- theme is recognizable
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
- 10 meaningful sentences
- 5 about process
- 5 about philosophy/style
- 5 or more
- start to finish
- clear and identifiable images
- no stock images (weebly)
- images match art/project
- easy to navigate
- projects on individual pages
- response forms
Finished Projects- work is finished, photographed, and uploaded to student website
Project Progression/Documentation- Project is photographed in every step of the process to show the thought process and evolution of the finished project. These photos are uploaded to student website.
Artist Statement- This is a description of the finished piece and should provide some insight into the students thought processes, successes, and weaknesses with the finished work. Should be 10 or more sentences long.
Students will receive 3 grades every 6 weeks
Finished work, documentation, and artists statement will be graded from the website
Timeline
- First 6 weeks: Complete 3 projects, Create website, Load website
- Second 6 weeks: Complete 3 projects, load website
- Third 6 weeks: Complete 3 projects, load website
Sculpture
Goal: Grow student 3D skills, awareness, and abilities
Projects and Timeline:
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
Websites:
use www.weebly.com
Goal: Grow student 3D skills, awareness, and abilities
Projects and Timeline:
- Modular Cardboard Sculpture 2 days
- Wire Sculpture 3 days
- Biomorphic form 1 day
- Nevelson Assemblage 1 week
- Henry Moore Plaster carving 1 week
- Butterfield’s Shoes 1 week
- Plaster/Styrofoam Abstract relief casting 1 week
- Laminated Wood Carving 2 weeks
- Book Carving 1 week
- Andy Goldsworthy Installations 3 days
Planning/Idea development (10) ( )
- pre-planning in sketchbook
- unique ideas
- reference images
Knowledge of Composition (10) ( )
- obvious visual flow
- intentional placement
Craftsmanship (10) ( )
- well made
- clean
- work is 360 degrees
Websites
Complete artist statement (10) ( )
- 10 meaningful sentences
- 5 about process
- 5 about philosophy/style
- 5 or more
- start to finish
- clear and identifiable images
- no stock images (weebly)
- images match art/project
- easy to navigate
- projects on individual pages
- response forms
Websites:
use www.weebly.com
- create individual pages for each project
- Photo document evolution of projects from start to finish (sketches included). The idea is to visually demonstrate the evolution of an idea. 5 pictures minimum.
- Include a 10 sentence artist statement for every project
- update websites with every project
- All work is graded from the website