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This is the beginning Art class with particular emphasis on the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. Student are also exposed to a wide range of art disciplines including painting, drawing, and sculpture using multiple different media. Art-1 is a prerequisite for all other, more advanced art subjects at NBHS.
Visual Arts 1 Introduction & Syllabus
Visual Arts 1 Introduction & Syllabus
Welcome to Visual Arts Beginning-
The purpose of this course is to give you and introduction to the basic ideas that drive the process of art making. There are no prerequisites for this class but this class is a prerequisite to more advanced art courses. (Art 2/3/4/Mixed Media/Photography/Ceramics/Sculpture/AP art)
You are not expected to have any prior experience making art in order to take this course, however, there will be opportunities for those with experience to improve their skills.
This course will introduce the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design. It will also give you the opportunity to apply these building blocks and create your own art for each Element and Principle of Design project. You will also have weekly homework assignments to be completed in your sketchbook/drawing pad.
Most of the assignments can be completing with some very basic art materials. The syllabus includes a list of the recommended materials for this class.
We will begin by learning about how to use the Canvas platform. Second we will be creating a "ALL About Me" worksheet. This will allow you to get the opportunity to show off your skills and understand how the class will function. It will also allow you to explore and ask unique questions.
If at any point throughout the course you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me through canvas or email.
Recommended Materials for the Class:
Pencils of different hardness. Include at least the following: 2H, 2B, 4B and 6B. You are welcome to buy others if you want to.
A set of water color paints (the Crayola ones are good enough for this class but I would not recommend them for advanced art courses).
Drawing paper- I have available if needed.
Drawing/Sketch pad with at least 25 or more pages.
A box of color pencils. It must at least include the primary and secondary colors, plus black and white. Prismacolor pencils are very nice but not required. Most art stores sell individual pencils so you can replace only what you need. If you feel these are too pricy, I recommend the Crayola brand color pencils, specially the water color pencils. Those are almost as good as the professional brands. Stay away from generic brands. They are usually not as good.
Some scissors, glue or glue stick, construction paper of different colors (wait on this one, I’ll let you know when we will use it).
optional- not required
Colorful markers (Primary/secondary)
Charcoal sticks: Soft, medium and hard
Paper stumps and tortillions (blending paper rolls)
Acrylic Paint
Goals:
Goal 1: Students will be able to describe an image using the elements of art as part of the creative process
Objective 1: Students can define the elements of art
Objective 2: Students can identify at least three elements of art given an image
Objective 3: Students can create a piece of art and describe at least three elements of art in their work
Goal 2: Students will be able to create visuals with a composition that is aesthetically pleasing
Objective 1: Students can define the principles of design
Objective 2: Students can produce an example for each of the principles of design
Objective 3: Students create a piece of art and describe its composition in terms of the principles of design
Goal 3: Student will apply the contexts of histories and traditions to create a piece of art
Objective 1: Students will research a traditional cultural or famous artwork from Art museum
Objective 2: Students will create a piece of art depicting one idea or selected art style
Objective 3: Students will present their drawings/pieces to their classmates, critique
Goal 4: Students will create and revise a work of art
Objective 1: Students will create a work of art using the media of their preference
Objective 2: Students will describe, in writing, the purpose of the work of art
Objective 3: Students will provide feedback on the piece of art to another student
Objective 4: Students will revise their work based on the feedback provided
The course will include a final exam where you will apply everything that you have learned about art-making. The purpose of this test is to demonstrate improvement and knowledge gained from course. It is also important that you follow directions and do not cheat with your work, otherwise you will be tricking yourself into a high grade that will be meaningless.
Grading
Grading for semester will be based on
40% Art Projects
25% Test & Attendance
35% Homework, worksheets
Percentage
Grade
90 -100% . A . 80 – 89% . B . 70 – 79% . C . 65 % - 69% D
Late Assignments
All assignments will be due on the Monday of the week after they are assigned. Assignments can be submitted late up to a week with a 10% penalty. You will have until the end of the week to turn it in.
Discussions
Some assignments require that you participate in discussion boards. Please make sure that you complete those as well, as they are part of your grade.
Special Cases
If for some reason you are unable to turn in an assignment in time and require more time or special arrangements, make sure to contact me directly so that I can work with you.
If you need special accommodations to complete the course, whether it is an assignment or another element, please contact me and I will provide you with an alternate assignment.
VISUAL ART 1 Beginning Sketchbook Assignments
VISUAL ART 1 Beginning Sketchbook Assignments
Each assignment is due in the listed dates unless otherwise noted by a teacher. Put at least 1 hour into your sketches. NO CREDIT will be given to hurried work with minimum effort. Use various media, experiment, explore, research, and above all be self-expressive. Sketchbook will signed for on the due date only.
Each assignment is due in the listed dates unless otherwise noted by a teacher. Put at least 1 hour into your sketches. NO CREDIT will be given to hurried work with minimum effort. Use various media, experiment, explore, research, and above all be self-expressive. Sketchbook will signed for on the due date only.
· ____ Draw a food scene using contour line. Have items leaving the page, overlap, make things large and small and add color.
· ____ Draw a food scene using contour line. Have items leaving the page, overlap, make things large and small and add color.
· ____ Create a sketch of the opposite gender in prehistoric times.
· ____ Create a sketch of the opposite gender in prehistoric times.
· ____ Try to make as many types of lines as you can filling the whole sheet of paper. Repeat each type of line several times. Try all types of lines: wavy, curly, jagged, dashes, fat, thin, etc.
· ____ Try to make as many types of lines as you can filling the whole sheet of paper. Repeat each type of line several times. Try all types of lines: wavy, curly, jagged, dashes, fat, thin, etc.
· ____ Draw two pieces of trash and a large ribbon. Incorporate shading
· ____ Draw two pieces of trash and a large ribbon. Incorporate shading
· ____ Draw your foot holding an object that you wouldn’t expect to see between your toes.
· ____ Draw your foot holding an object that you wouldn’t expect to see between your toes.
· ____ Draw a piece of fruit or vegetable. Draw it a second time twice its original size. Show a massive amount of detail.
· ____ Draw a piece of fruit or vegetable. Draw it a second time twice its original size. Show a massive amount of detail.
· ____ Create a contour drawing of 3 toys. Color the negative space with color scheme of your choice.
· ____ Create a contour drawing of 3 toys. Color the negative space with color scheme of your choice.
· ____ Enlarge something that is miniature (tiny, small). (section of a ballpoint pen, radio dial, coins, insect...)
· ____ Enlarge something that is miniature (tiny, small). (section of a ballpoint pen, radio dial, coins, insect...)
· ______ Write out the art elements and show example of each.
· ______ Write out the art elements and show example of each.
· ______ Separate your paper into 4 boxes. Each box must be completed but cannot be related to another box!
· ______ Separate your paper into 4 boxes. Each box must be completed but cannot be related to another box!
· ____ Draw the last thing you touch before you go to sleep at night. Fill the space and show details.
· ____ Draw the last thing you touch before you go to sleep at night. Fill the space and show details.
· _____ Find a famous piece of artwork and recreate. Label artist name, date and title. No tracing!
· _____ Find a famous piece of artwork and recreate. Label artist name, date and title. No tracing!
· _____ Look in the mirror and draw yourself (full body)
· _____ Look in the mirror and draw yourself (full body)
· _____ Create a drawing of your dirty laundry. Think creative! Maybe the laundry is drawn hanging outside of the basket, or on the floor, or piled on a chair in the corner of your room. Since you are drawing fabric you will need to use value (shading)!
· _____ Create a drawing of your dirty laundry. Think creative! Maybe the laundry is drawn hanging outside of the basket, or on the floor, or piled on a chair in the corner of your room. Since you are drawing fabric you will need to use value (shading)!
· ____ Use your imagination, Create a scene that could only take place in your wildest dreams. Mythical creatures such as dragons, sea serpents, and unicorns are also part of the fantasy world.
· ____ Use your imagination, Create a scene that could only take place in your wildest dreams. Mythical creatures such as dragons, sea serpents, and unicorns are also part of the fantasy world.
· ____ Ask a family member to assign you a drawing. (Please write the assignment at the top of the page.)
· ____ Ask a family member to assign you a drawing. (Please write the assignment at the top of the page.)
· ____ Write out the principles in art and find a famous piece of artwork that displays each principle. Write down artist name and title of work for each.
· ____ Write out the principles in art and find a famous piece of artwork that displays each principle. Write down artist name and title of work for each.
· BONUS~ Assign yourself a challenging sketch. Write at the top of the paper.
· BONUS~ Assign yourself a challenging sketch. Write at the top of the paper.
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