Unit 1 - Photoshop

What are we learning?

• I can learn the tools & commands for Photoshop 

• I can apply these tools and techniques to accomplish several formative assignments

• I can take what I learned through the formatives, and create a larger project that involves more creativity and planning (Magazine Summative)

What to expect in this unit?

• Students will get a chance to practice and learn the tools and techniques

• Students will see examples of past student work and young artists

• Students will learn how to properly edit and save their work

• Students will update and use their digital portolio and google classroom to document their work.

Why does this unit matter?

• We will continue to build on the skills learned during this unit and apply it to Unit 2.

Unit 2 - Painting (Studio Art)

What are we learning?

• I can use a thin brush to outline and mix a variety of colors

• I can use a variety of sizes of brushes and stay inside the lines 

• I can properly clean my palette, brushes, table and store my artwork in my drawer and drying rack

• I can take the time to fix mistakes, and use my class time well

What to expect in this unit?

• Students will get a chance to get to practice their paint skills with 2 formatives to build their confidence and try new techniques before starting our summative painting.

• Students will get to choose a character they wish to paint.

Why does this unit matter?

• This unit comes after a rigorous drawing unit. Painting is relaxing for some students, and some of the skills we learned will apply to this unit.