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Mrs. Layden - Rm 163 clayden@bhbl.org
Mrs. Layden - Rm 163 clayden@bhbl.org
COURSE DESCRIPTION
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In this class students will build upon previously learned drawing techniques and skills as you plan for more complex and conceptual artwork. Students will work in a variety of drawing mediums to produce original, well-crafted artwork suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. The focus of class work will be on further developing drawing skills and more individualized conceptual work, aesthetic judgment and developing critical awareness. Artists and art styles past and present and events going on around you and in the world will be used as inspiration as well as provide a global connection. Students will be expected to research, photograph references, sketch and plan their subject matter for longer projects, exploring associated symbolism to create effective and compelling compositions.
In this class students will build upon previously learned drawing techniques and skills as you plan for more complex and conceptual artwork. Students will work in a variety of drawing mediums to produce original, well-crafted artwork suitable for inclusion in a portfolio. The focus of class work will be on further developing drawing skills and more individualized conceptual work, aesthetic judgment and developing critical awareness. Artists and art styles past and present and events going on around you and in the world will be used as inspiration as well as provide a global connection. Students will be expected to research, photograph references, sketch and plan their subject matter for longer projects, exploring associated symbolism to create effective and compelling compositions.
TOPICS/SKILLS TO BE EXPLORED
TOPICS/SKILLS TO BE EXPLORED
- Historical and contemporary artists/artwork relating to the subjects, media and processes learned in class
- Historical and contemporary artists/artwork relating to the subjects, media and processes learned in class
- Sketching/shading in different media for skill building
- Sketching/shading in different media for skill building
- Sketching and planning for expressing conceptual & global connections
- Sketching and planning for expressing conceptual & global connections
- Composition: Utilize the basic elements and principles of design for effective page layout and use of space
- Composition: Utilize the basic elements and principles of design for effective page layout and use of space
- Experimenting with mixing/layering media & possibly drawing on the computer
- Experimenting with mixing/layering media & possibly drawing on the computer
- Use black and white and color media and imagery expressively and symbolically
- Use black and white and color media and imagery expressively and symbolically
- Critique and reflection by discussion and writing about your own work or the work of other artists
- Critique and reflection by discussion and writing about your own work or the work of other artists
COURSE WORK:
COURSE WORK:
- Personal Sketchbook/Drawing Journal Assignments - Preliminary sketches, idea formation and research for projects. Home skill practice
- Personal Sketchbook/Drawing Journal Assignments - Preliminary sketches, idea formation and research for projects. Home skill practice
-In class drawing exercises for practice/skill building or review prior to projects.
-In class drawing exercises for practice/skill building or review prior to projects.
- 2-3 Projects per quarter
- 2-3 Projects per quarter
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
• Approximately 4-5 projects (50-100 pts. each) - usually 2-4 weeks each depending on complexity (longer term projects may count twice)- 5C's of artwork: Concept, Composition, Contour, Contrast/Color, Craftsmanship
• Approximately 4-5 projects (50-100 pts. each) - usually 2-4 weeks each depending on complexity (longer term projects may count twice)- 5C's of artwork: Concept, Composition, Contour, Contrast/Color, Craftsmanship
• In-Class and Home Drawing Assignments and planning sketches (10-25 pts.each - varies) - Very important for success of projects in this class. Drawings are required for the exploration of ideas, planning of your projects as well as practice for use of design elements and observation.
• In-Class and Home Drawing Assignments and planning sketches (10-25 pts.each - varies) - Very important for success of projects in this class. Drawings are required for the exploration of ideas, planning of your projects as well as practice for use of design elements and observation.
• Written Critiques and Statements - Written critiques as a means of expressing artistic observations and ideas. It is also important for artists to be able to communicate their ideas and talk about their own artwork verbally or in written form.
• Written Critiques and Statements - Written critiques as a means of expressing artistic observations and ideas. It is also important for artists to be able to communicate their ideas and talk about their own artwork verbally or in written form.
• Studio Maintenance and Safety - Take part in daily clean up of space, tools and materials as per instruction and safety precautions
• Studio Maintenance and Safety - Take part in daily clean up of space, tools and materials as per instruction and safety precautions
• Overall Participation/Performance/Effort (100 pts. per quarter) - Based on effort on projects, assignments, meeting deadlines, following instructions and safety precautions, contribution to class discussions and attendance
• Overall Participation/Performance/Effort (100 pts. per quarter) - Based on effort on projects, assignments, meeting deadlines, following instructions and safety precautions, contribution to class discussions and attendance
• Final Project (Exam)- Major project completed during class time and exam block
• Final Project (Exam)- Major project completed during class time and exam block
FINAL is ⅕ of overall course average. Each quarter is worth ⅖.
FINAL is ⅕ of overall course average. Each quarter is worth ⅖.
MATERIALS & FEES
MATERIALS & FEES
Sketchbook & Pencil
Sketchbook & Pencil
OPTIONAL For 3 College Credits: $150 Payment to SAGE Colleges
OPTIONAL For 3 College Credits: $150 Payment to SAGE Colleges
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