Art III – Mixed Media Illustrations February 25, 2010

Art III will explore mixed media artwork. Students will view a number of pieces that use a variety of different mediums together to created a a rich layered end result.

In addition students will study visual exploration and how art can be used to communication a message visually, without using words.

Students will then create a work of art using at least 5 different mediums that visually communicates one of the following themes:
1. a Visual Pun
2. Lyrics from a song or poem
3. Life and death
4. Metamorphosis
5. Social/Political Issue

Project Due 3/5 (primary grade)
3 developmental sketches due 2/26 (secondary grade)

Example of a mixed media piece of art

Example of a Visual Pun (Palm Pilot)

Art I – Themed Pots/Vases February 25, 2010

Students will focus on how ceramics can be used to create functional artwork and how clay has been utilized by various cultures around the world for thousands of years.

We will focus on the following techniques: wedging, slab, coil and slipping and scoring. All of which will be demonstrated in class.

Students will then use these techniques to create a themed flower pot or vase that is both fully functional and aesthetically pleasing and/or interesting. The piece have a recognizable theme (i.e. person, animal, recognizable object) that contains 3D elements.

The finished piece will go through a bisque firing and then be glazed and fired again.

Along with creating a vessel, students will focus on the difference between art and design and the marketing aspect of design. They will fill out a marketing workshop and create a color illustration for their piece as if they were selling a product.

Clay project will be due 3/19 (primary grade)
Marketing worksheet and illustrations will be due 3/15 (secondary grade)

AP/Art IV – Mid-term January 11, 2010

AP/Art IV Mid- Term Breadth Assignments

Art IV must choose one of the following themes for your Mid-Term Project and AP must choose two.  This piece/pieces must show your best work and will be done in the medium/s that you feel best suites your idea.  The piece/s must be completed for a critique during your mid-term block.  This is to be done outside of class and must be no smaller than 9” x 11”.

•    Self-Portrait done in analogous, monochromatic or complimentary colors and the colors are used to enhance the emotion of the piece

•    Piece that represents the theme “Circus”

•    Troubled times – a piece of artwork that shows your views on the current state of our economy and how it has affected the nation.

•    Drawing or painting inspired by cells or atomic structures (if you did this for Science, no you cannot use the same piece)

•    An illustration of a fairy tale character in a modern setting

•    Ink drawings done on printed pages of type.

•    A heroic self-portrait – you as your “ideal you”

•    Mixed media collage – a 2-D piece using paper and other embellishments combined with drawing or painting.

•    Create an artwork that shows the power and stereotypes found in children’s toys.

•    Optical Illusion – create a work of art that contains an optical illusion (see Mrs. O’Neill’s book for ideas)

•    Take the artwork of 2 different artists and merge them together to create a new unique work of art

Mid-term is Wed 1/28/10, during the 1st block.

Students will have 45 mins. to work during exam block and then have a critique of mid-terms, concentration portfolios to date, followed by time given to fill out self-evaluations.

Art III – Mid-Term January 11, 2010

For their mid-term students are to select an art related topic and write a short research paper (minimum of 2 pages typed and double spaced, with a font size no larger than 12 pt).  Anything that has been plagiarized will result in a failing grade.

In addition to the paper students will present their topic to the class during the Mid-term block.  Students must dress professionally, include some type of visual and incorporate some type of activity that involves that class. i.e. class discuss, art related activity, quiz, Q&A, student volunteers.

The presentations will take place during their mid-term blocks and papers will also be due at that time.

1st Period – Tuesday 1/26 – 1st block

2nd Period – Wednesday 1/27 – 1st block

AP/Art IV- Concentration Deadline Updates January 11, 2010

AP

All AP Students must have 3 more concentration pieces done by the end of the marking period, which is 2/1/10.  All pieces must tie together visually, must not be copied directly from a photograph unless the student took the photograph and must be no smaller than 8″ x 10″.  Giving them a total of 6 pieces of artwork for the marking period.

Art IV

All Art IV Students must have 2 more concentration pieces done by the end of the marking period, which is 2/1/10.

All pieces must tie together visually, must not be copied directly from a photograph unless the student took the photograph and must be no smaller than 8″ x 10″.  Giving them a total of 6 pieces of artwork for the marking period.

All work due 2/1

Art I – Color Theory Bases Diptych Paintings January 11, 2010

Students will create two 8″ x 10″ Acrylic Paintings that work together as one piece using two different color harmonies (i.e. warm and color, natural color and monochromatic, analogous and monochromatic).  Color theory will be covered in class prior to beginning the piece.

Students will see several examples in class.

The canvas can be put together however the students choose and will learn a variety of acrylic techniques.

Due for critique: Feb 16th

Art III – Symbolic Self-Portraits January 11, 2010

Students will create a work of art representing who they are as a person, rather than what they look like.

This piece can be done in the medium or mediums of the students’ choice, which may also reflect the students interests and preference.

The piece must be at least 9″x14″

Students will fill out a survey about themselves before beginning the assignment, to help them brainstorm ideas.

They must also do 2 sketches before beginning their final piece.

Assignment will be due on Friday Jan. 15th for a Critique

Art III – Oil Painting November 18, 2009

Students will create 2 oil paintings:

1 – 6″ x 6″ (which will count as a secondary grade) due on Monday 11/23

1 – 9″ x 14″, 12″ x 12″ or 6″ x 12″ (which will count as a primary grade) due on Friday 12/11

Students can choose whatever theme they choose for the assignment and may use a picture (or pictures) as a reference as long as they change it substantial amount. 

AP/Art IV – Concentration November 5, 2009

In order to prepare for concentration development.

Write a 1 -2 paragraph proposal for your concentration.  This will be counted as a Secondary grade.
Due Monday 11/10

Concentration Info:

•    You must create 15- 20 pieces of artwork that utilizing the theme that you select (10 – 15 pieces for Art IV)
•    These pieces must show a progression and discovery both thematically and technically.
•    You must keep a daily WRITTEN log of your progress, discoveries, struggles, etc. – which will be done through your daily warms and closures
•    The work selected for your final “concentration portfolio” should be your best work and show that

Things to Keep in Mind…
Choose Wisely!! Make sure that you select a topic that you find interesting because you will be spending A LOT of time investigating this topic!

Do not get hung up on grammar, spelling or finding the perfect way to articulate your idea – we will work on that later.  I do not want that to inhibit you – I am more concerned with you coming up with a solid idea that you are happy with – if you are having trouble putting your ideas into words include a couple sketches ALONG with your paragraph – I will be sitting down with each of you in class next Wed. and Thurs. and we will discuss and make necessary adjustments.

Think of this as you would a scientific experiment/investigation – your will start off as a hypothesis and your idea may further develop through out your investigation – your work should show a process or maturity and discovery

Art I – Self-Portrait using the Grid System November 5, 2009

Students will create a Self-Portrait from photographs taken in class and they  will utilize the grid system in order to enlarge their drawing.  The grid systems also helps students focus on small areas rather than the entire drawing which will help them create a more realistic portrait.

The project must meet the following requirements:

• Utilize the grid
• Have accurate value and texture
• Resemble the photograph being used
• Include a patterned background that demonstrates understanding of repetition
• Demonstrate creativity in the background design

Due Wed. 11/25 for in class critique