Fine+Arts

=Art Appreciation + Art Foundations=



The course will cover the use of different materials, techniques, and various ways to create art. Students will create two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks including drawings, paintings, prints, and sculptures demonstrating the elements and principles of art. Students will study art throughout history, with an emphasis on art from around the world, in order to realize the importance all cultures have had in the world of art and our understanding of history. Students will also gain an understanding of the tools and vocabulary used in the visual arts.
 * __Course Description__****:**

· Students will demonstrate a basic understanding of historical, multi-cultural art. · Students will be able to use and identify materials with skill. · Students will demonstrate a basic vocabulary of art. · Students will have proficient skill level in the understanding and application of composition using the elements and principles of art. · Students will be able to articulate personal work and knowledge.
 * __Objectives__****:**

· **Sketchbook -** Students are expected to maintain a sketchbook. Students will create one drawing each day in class using a variety of media. The page must be filled. · **Written Responses –** As a class, we will look at many different types of art throughout history in order to learn more about art and about the impact and the importance of art in learning about human life on earth. Students will be expected to write a one to two paragraph response to all lectures, presentations, and field trips. · **Field Trips** – We will take approximately two field trips each quarter. The field trips are extremely important to the learning process in this class. Each student is provided with a bus pass to use in order to attend all field trips, which will take place during normal class hours. · **Projects –** Students are expected to complete all studio assignments according to the objectives and goals presented for each. We will create projects and exercises exploring the **Elements and Principles of Art** in order to further understand them. (The Elements of Art include: **Form**, **Line**, **Shape**, **Color**, **Texture**, **Space**, and **Value; the Principals of Art include: Emphasis**, **Balance**, **Harmony**, **Variety**, **Movement**, **Rhythm**, **Proportion**, and **Unity.)**
 * __Assignments + Projects__****:**

You have the ability to earn a maximum of fifty points daily for studio credit. If you are absent, you cannot earn points. Points are assigned in accordance to your participation with our projects, classroom discussions, and clean up. This is a studio class, which means that the majority of all work is competed during regular school hours. (Ten points will be deducted if you are late to class.)
 * __Daily Work__****:**

Students are expected to attend all classes and to be on time. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of every class. DO NOT disrupt the class if you come late. Look at the board for the daily assignment, move to your work area, set up, and begin working.
 * __Attendance__****:**

Grades are based on student art projects, daily class participation, studio practice, effort, idea development, and a semester exam. **Quarter Grades:** **40% - Individual Studio Practice / Participation / Effort (Studio Credit)** **40% - Projects / Idea Development (Fulfilling Requirements, Quality, and Craftsmanship)** **20% - Written Assignments / Quizzes** **Semester Grade:** **40% Quarter 1, 40% Quarter 2, 10% Final Exam, 10% Final Project**
 * __Evaluation / Assessment__****:**

If you attend a gallery opening or an art related event outside of school, you may bring a ticket stub or flyer, along with a one-page paper describing the event, the artist(s), a critique of the work, and your experience. Otherwise, students may create a special project or write a short paper on an artist related to subjects covered in class. __
 * __Extra Credit__**:

I have been in touch recently with Dr. Susan Bello of www.spontaneouspainting.com she is interested in our program and focus and is looking for more school partnerships. I haven't had time to look at this but her program is very interesting.

Sounds great! I think giving students exposure to a wide variety of methods and projects is wonderful. She can contact me to come as a visiting artist sometime.

Here is a video of some of the kids at the Nelson, admiring the Native American section: media type="custom" key="6931249"