Visual Composition
8th Grade
Course Description
In this course students create artwork with more in-depth approaches to drawing, painting and 3-D design. This class is designed for students who have a strong interest in Art and can focus collaboratively and independently for on personal and/or group projects in order to further their understanding and appreciation for making art. Students will review and apply the Visual Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Application of these elements to the students’ own original artwork is the major emphasis. In addition, students will be introduced to prominent past, contemporary, and multicultural artists.
Studio Projects
Complementary Color Wheels
Value Wheels
Radial Name Designs
Metamorphosis Linoleum Prints
Linear Perspective Cubes
Value Shading Geometric Forms
Value Shading Organic Forms
Zentangle Portraits