Art Studio 1

Grades: 8-12

This is the first in the series of HS level art courses.

This is a full-year introductory course which emphasizes perceptual drawing and introduces the student to the basic elements of art and principles of design. It is the foundation for the three-year sequence required of all art majors who are participating in the IAAP program as well as an experimental course for students who do not anticipate taking any further art courses. Consideration is given to basic skill building, personal development, interdisciplinary and real-world connections, and experience in a studio environment. There are weekly art challenges that are to be completed as homework. A final portfolio will be presented at the end of the year.

This course will satisfy the graduation requirement.

Our goals are:

To strengthen our art skills and techniques

To produce work to be proud of

To ENJOY being an artist

Units include:

Drawing

Painting

Sculpture

Printmaking

Grading policy:

Artwork- 80%

Participation- 20%

Participation includes engagement (getting right to work, staying on task during class, handing in work on time) effort and attitude (stays focused on art during class and tries their best), Classwork (Bellwork, ATCs, skill building activities) homework (work is complete and handed in a timely manner), conduct (respectful, takes care of materials and tools, no phone policy) and clean up.

Adaptive Art

Student artists will learn about the process of art and improve upon their artistic skills. We will explore various mediums and techniques including paint, oil pastels, collage, clay, and mixed media. This class focuses on art experimentation and having fun with the process of art.

Grading is based on class participation. This includes staying on task, putting in 100% effort, following directions, and completing the daily tasks.

Our goals are:

To strengthen our art skills and techniques

To produce work to be proud of

To ENJOY being an artist