In this course, students will have an opportunity to create and respond to visual arts, focusing on drawing, design, color, painting and sculpture. This course will introduce students to a variety of techniques and mediums that they will apply while creating original artwork. A variety of design elements, such as line, space, form, color, value and texture, as well as a variety of design principles, including balance, unity, contrast, emphasis, movement, rhythm and pattern, will be studied. Students will have an opportunity to appreciate and interpret works of art in terms of history, aesthetics and culture. Students also will begin developing a portfolio of original artwork.
In accordance with the CTECS Visual Arts program philosophy, the arts program is responsive to our learners in the CTECS schools. The program supports the CTECS mission, teaches visual literacy and 21st century skills. The curriculum focus of art classes at Ellis Tech are implemented using the National Core Arts Standards. Individual units/lessons are designed using a combination of approaches, Disciplined Based Art Education (DBAE), Understanding by Design ( UbD™) framework and Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB). Combining these methods increases student engagement and deepens their understanding of the what it means to be an artistically literate citizen. Learning goals are identified, effective and engaging activities are planned with increasing student choice, and assessments are relevant to student learning.
Aligning with the National Core Arts Standards, found here, students will be assessed based on the four main areas of the artistic process.
Creating: 25%
Presenting: 25%
Responding: 25%
Connecting: 25%
Name and describe the Elements of Art.
Use the Elements of Art in creating their own artwork.
Learn to develop ideas and find inspiration.
Develop and refine their art skills (shading, composition, color theory, etc.).
Use 2D & 3D art media (drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture).
Write about/reflect on their own artwork (artist statement) and the work of others (critiques/essays).
Research artists/art history.
Use & properly care for art materials and the art room.
Develop a portfolio of personal artwork.