Grade 8 Art

In this unit, students will build confidence as artists, develop classroom routines and expectations, and demonstrate their incoming art skills through introductory activities and pre-assessments.

In this unit, students will use shading and shadowing techniques to create three-dimensional effects and dimension, beginning with basic forms such as spheres, cubes, and cylinders and advancing to letters and ribbon drawings.

In this unit, students will build on prior printmaking skills by exploring more advanced techniques, including string printing and linoleum stamp carving, to create original printed artwork.

In this unit, students will represent aspects of their identity through collage and mixed media by making purposeful choices about materials, images, colors, textures, and composition.

In this unit, students will review watercolor, acrylic, and tempera painting techniques and apply combination strategies to create artwork on unique surfaces.

In this unit, students will use clay slab construction techniques to create masks that incorporate personal connections, symbolism, and three-dimensional design choices.

In this unit, students will apply previously learned art skills through a choice-based personal project by brainstorming meaningful project ideas, creating project planners, problem-solving throughout the creative process, and reflecting on their final work.