Welcome to ART!  This class teaches students color theory, proper painting techniques and how to apply some of the Elements & Principles of Design.  We will also be doing clay in 5th and 6th grade.  Students demonstrate creative thinking and problem solving when designing their artwork. 

To see a more in depth look at what we have done in class in the past, please visit my art blog:  http://artligs.blogspot.com/                       

Students are to check Google Classroom daily for the grade level assignment details.

Grade level work assignments and due dates are in Google Classroom and Infinite Campus.

Grade 5

Emoji Bowls (pinch and pull technique)

Contour Line Shoe Drawing with inspired background by artist, Mr. Doodle

Final Shoe Painting applying color theory and watercolor

Grade 6 

Clay (Coil Project)

4 Step Morph Sketch

4 Step Morph Composition Inspired by Artist, MC Escher 

Grade 7

Aerial Perspective City

Shading/Value techniques to learn the illusion of depth on a flat surface

Grade 8 

4 Graffiti Sketches

Select one from the 4 for a Graffiti Final Painting

or...

Team Word Build Sculpture using the graffiti style to influence a 3D creation

How can I be successful our art class? 

Be prepared

Bring a pencil to class

Bring a charged Chromebook

Have a positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges! :)

Grades 5-8 receive grades based on the the following criteria: 

*You will receive a letter grade in art and will be graded on the following...

Following Directions

Creativity/problem solving

Craftsmanship

Time Management