Why art?
Visual art develops observation and perception, creative expression, historical and cultural relevance, and critical evaluation and response.
Students rely on personal observations and perceptions, which are developed through increasing visual literacy and sensitivity to surroundings, communities, memories, imaginings, and life experiences as sources for thinking about, planning, and creating original artworks.
Students communicate their thoughts and ideas with innovation and creativity.
Students learn to use art to express themselves creatively and therapeutically.
Photo left: My daughter draws a portrait of Kurt Cobain in my class. I was her art teacher all four years of high school. She is now an art major at UNT.
Art 2 Class Overview
Art 2 is a year-long intermediate course exploring the elements and principles of art and applying them to produce a variety of two and three-dimensional art media. This includes drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and fibers. The student expands visual literacy skills using critical thinking, imagination, and the senses. Students expand on skills to articulate critical assessments of art. Prerequisite: Art 1
Art 3 Class Overview
Art 3 is a year-long ADVANCED course exploring the elements and principles of art and applying them to produce a variety of two and three-dimensional art media. This includes drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and fibers. The student develops disciplined effort and progressive problem-solving skills to create original artworks, and demonstrates an understanding of art history and culture. The student analyzes artworks of self and others, contributing to the development of the lifelong skills of making informed judgments and reasoned evaluations. Students engage in building a process-based portfolio in this course. Prerequisites: Art 1, Art 2
About Me
Hey y'all! My name is Ms. Daniels, and I am so excited to be your art teacher!
I am originally from Denison, Texas, and earned my Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Southeastern in 2006.
I have one daughter, Anna, who is currently an art major at UNT.
This is my second year in Denton ISD, and my 16th year to teach art. We are going to have a wonderful year!
Here is a link to some of my artwork, as well as some work by students.
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[RMS Artist Spotlight (coming soon)]