Intro to Art & Design: 7th & 8th grade
An introduction to Elements of Art, fundamental drawing skills, observational skills, and art history.
Introduction to Art and Design K-CTE Standards
Benchmark: 1. 1 Analyze career paths in the visual arts and design fields.
1.1.1 Investigate careers that incorporate drawing and design skills (e.g. graphic design, illustrator, art director, architecture, interior design, animation, apparel/textile design and fine art).
Benchmark: 1. 2 Demonstrate technical skills related to careers in the visual arts.
1.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge and skill in use of tools, materials and drawing techniques.
1.2.2 Build images from basic shapes (i.e. rectangles, squares, circles, triangles and polygons.
1.2.3 Understand value scale gradations and tonal relationships.
1.2.4 Accurately draw 3-dimensional forms using the elements and principles of design.
1.2.5 Render surface textures and patterns.
1.2.6 Understand color theory basics.
1.2.7 Develop compositions that establish knowledge of space (i.e. isometric, atmospheric and/or linear perspective).
1.2.8 Understand the impact of drawing and design styles throughout art history.
1.2.9 Recognize and demonstrate productive attitudes and safe work habits in the studio.
1.2.10 Understand the aesthetic aspects of decision making and critical analysis in the art process.