Goals, Objectives & Expectations
Classroom Procedures and Expectations
(The Behavior Manifesto)
It will be expected that each student consistently come to class on time and is involved everyday in the development of their project responsibilities. We will follow the required procedures of the art room by; obeying school rules, showing respect to others, listening when the teacher is speaking, maintaining a clean and safe work space, getting appropriate authorizations, valuing classroom materials and the potential for unnecessary waste, respectfully cleaning after one’s self, properly stowing artwork in progress and returning tools and other such materials to the appropriate locations. Excessive absences and tardies could significantly affect a student's academic standing in the class.
Grading
The projects will be assessed on the basis that students work diligently and use care and thoughtful consideration in the conception, construction and development of each project. Grades might be given during specific stages in the development of each project and/or for the final finished piece. It is important that each student develop their work in the required timeline and avoid a last minute attempt to complete the assignment. To assure a quality piece, it is imperative that the artist establish the proper time for reflection and revision to ensure well finished and resolved artwork. In the event that students do not take their work seriously or do not use their time constructively, the grades will reflect that unfortunate behavior. In the event that a final project does not fully function or reach its intended outcome, the grade will take into account and reflect the amount of effort the student contributed to the work. The ultimate “dissatisfaction” of a piece that has been sufficiently labored over may not hurt one’s academic standing in the class (provided they adequately addressed all requirements), for the simple fact that this is an opportunity to learn, and the vast potential for learning happens even in the face of ultimate dissatisfaction.
General Art Rubric
Students will be assessed according to this general course rubric, as well as, project specific objectives.
It will be expected that each student strive to achieve these 4 goals : Grades will reflect the degree in which the project satisfies each category.
1. Effort- shows that one is engaged and devoted to the challenge of the project
2. Craftsmanship- takes the time to craft a well produced and thoughtful product
3. Creativity- shows evidence self expression and imagination
4. Originality – has a distinct, and individual style and approach
The bulk of the assessment will be gauged with close attention to “effort” and “craftsmanship”.
“A+” - Work must possess ”unique” qualities, show evidence of thoughtful “creativity”, produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“A” - Evidence of thoughtful “creativity”, produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“A-“ - Work must be produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“B+” and below - Work shows lesser degrees of all or some of the above categories.
It will be expected that each student strive to achieve these 4 goals : Grades will reflect the degree in which the project satisfies each category.
1. Effort- shows that one is engaged and devoted to the challenge of the project
2. Craftsmanship- takes the time to craft a well produced and thoughtful product
3. Creativity- shows evidence self expression and imagination
4. Originality – has a distinct, and individual style and approach
The bulk of the assessment will be gauged with close attention to “effort” and “craftsmanship”.
“A+” - Work must possess ”unique” qualities, show evidence of thoughtful “creativity”, produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“A” - Evidence of thoughtful “creativity”, produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“A-“ - Work must be produced with quality “craftsmenship”, and approached with strong “effort”.
“B+” and below - Work shows lesser degrees of all or some of the above categories.
Course Goals:
- Use materials: acrylic paints, brushes, wood, canvas, digital technology, etc.
- Experiment in a range of art mediums: painting, sculpture, digital, performance, etc.
- Identify various artistic movements (Pop Art, Impressionism, etc.)
- Create a painting from a design
- Visually convey a concept
- Use a model to create an original piece of art within the same style
- Learn the principles of perspective and proportion
- Learn the elements of design (composition, balance, symmetry, etc.)
- Become familiar with the physical properties of the materials
- Research and become familiar with a particular movement in art
- Develop work that has a specific theme
- Create works of art that are personal and unique
- Seek out an art profession and obtain an intern/apprenticeship*
- Become proficient at using the language of the trade to discuss your work
- Enter your original art in a competition*
- Exhibit artwork in a public "real world" venue
- Catalogue or develop a portfolio of your artwork
- * may only happen during specific semesters
State Standard Objectives:
- Develop perceptual skills and visual arts vocabulary. (CDE 1.1)
- Analyze art elements and principles of design. (CDE 1.2)
- Develop skills for creative expression. (CDE 2.0)
- Develop and refine skill in the manipulation of digital imagery. (CDE 2.3)
- Create a two or three-dimensional work of art that addresses a social issue (CDE 2.6)
- Understand the historical contributions and cultural dimensions of the visual arts. (CDE 3.0)
- Identify and describe trends in the visual arts and discuss how the issues of time, place, and cultural influences are reflected in selected works of art. (CDE 3.3)
- Analyze, assess, and derive meaning from works of art, including their own work. (CDE 4.0)
- Articulate the process and rationale for refining and reworking one of their own works of art. (CDE 4.4)
- Demonstrate an understanding of the various skills of an artist, art critic, art historian, art collector, art gallery owner, and philosopher of art (aesthetician). (CDE 5.4)
Advanced Objectives:
- Analyze their works of art as to personal direction and style. (CDE 1.3)
- Describe the use of the elements of art to express mood in one or more of their works of art. (CDE 1.6)
- Create original works of art of increasing complexity and skill in a variety of media that reflect their feelings and points of view. (CDE 2.1)
- Assemble and display objects or works of art as a part of a public exhibition. (CDE 2.3)
- Demonstrate in their own works of art a personal style and an advanced proficiency in communicating an idea, theme, or emotion. (CDE 2.4)
- Identify contemporary styles and discuss the diverse social, economic, and political developments reflected in the works of art examined. (CDE 3.1)
- Identify contemporary artists worldwide who have achieved regional, national, or international recognition and discuss ways in which their work reflects, plays a role in, and influences present-day culture. (CDE 3.2)
- Analyze and articulate how society influences the interpretation and message of a work of art. (CDE 4.3)
- 4.4 Apply various art-related theoretical perspectives to their own works of art and the work of others in classroom critiques. (CDE 4.4)
- Prepare portfolios of their original works of art for a variety of purposes (e.g., review for postsecondary application, exhibition, job application, and personal collection) (CDE 5.3)