Thomas E. Weightman Middle School Visual Arts

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          The TEWMS art classes have a full and exciting year ahead of them. During this time each student will have the opportunity to explore many interesting aspects of art production, history, aesthetic, and criticism. In art class we will work on drawing techniques; improving and excelling all talent levels. My students are going to learn color theory and apply it to a number of different painting and drawing projects and exercises. All of your children will be exposed to sculpture, architecture, printmaking, weaving, ceramics, computer generated art, and all related vocabulary. All projects done in class will be assessed and sent home with your students.

         I hold nothing but the highest levels of expectations from each individual student’s ability level. In art all learners work and achieve at different levels. Therefore my instruction is differentiated to meet the needs of all my students from the greatest drawing ability to the best reader. My art class is for every student who walks through the door; no one is left out.

         I am looking forward to a great year with a lot of excellent work deriving from my classroom. Parents are always encouraged to stop in, email, or call. I am always available throughout the school day.

azondor@pasco.k12.fl.us

Thank You

Adam Zondor

Art Instructor

M/J Exploring Three-Dimensional Art  

Grades 7 and 8

azondor@pasco.k12.fl.us

813-794-0200 (before and after school)

Pasco Vision: The vision of the District School Board of Pasco County is that all our students achieve success in college, career, and life.

TEWMS Vision: Through Collaboration with our community, we empower our students to be their personal best:  Respectful, Open-minded Achievers, Rising Together!

– BOARD POLICY 2240 – CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES:

The Board recognizes that a course of study or certain instructional materials may contain content and/or activities that some parents find objectionable. If after careful, personal review of the program lessons and/or materials, a parent indicates to the school that either the content or the activity conflicts with his religious beliefs or value system, the school will consider a written request for his child to be excused from a particular class for specified reasons. The student, however, will not be excused from participating in the course and will be provided alternate learning activities during times of such parent requested absences.  Below are additional resources to help with questions related to Board Policy 2240: For information on the standards taught within this course, please visit https://www.cpalms.org/public/search/Standard. There are instructional mandates that are required by the Florida Department of Education that may be covered within this course. For more information on these, please review Florida Statute 1003.42, Required Instruction. Florida legislation and the Parent’s Bill of Rights Webpage can be reviewed to assist with information and statutes on parental rights. https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/oll_documents/parent-bill-of-rights https://www.fldoe.org/academics/standards/rules-statutes.stml. 

Course Description:  Students learn to translate their two-dimensional skills into three-dimensional forms through the exploration of natural, abstract, and synthetic sculptural forms using materials that may include, but are not limited to, clay, plaster, and mixed media for creative expression. These student artists develop perceptual, creative, technical, and problem-solving skills in a sculptural context as they design and produce works of art with personal expression. Students in M/J Exploring Three-Dimensional Art focus on use of safety procedures for process, media, and techniques. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials.

Focus Standards:

V.A.68.S.3.3 Demonstrate understanding of safety protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.

VA.68.F.3.4 Follow directions and complete art tasks in a timely manner to show development of 21st-century skills.

V.A.68 H.1.2 Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and or community cultural events.

VA.68.S.2.3 Use Visual-thinking and problem-solving skills in a sketchbook or journal to identify, practice, develop ideas, and resolve challenges in the creative process.

Grading:

A- 90-100

B – 80-89

C – 70-79

D – 60-69

F – 59

Core Learning:  70%

Supplemental Learning:  30%

Academic Integrity: Students at all levels are expected to pursue their studies with integrity and honesty in all school settings. All work that a student submits will be the original and authentic work of the individual student unless otherwise specified in the assignment.

Make-up Work:  Students may make up any and all assignments, tests or related work assigned on the day(s) of any excused or unexcused absence at full credit. The student is responsible for asking the teacher(s) for make-up tests, assignments, and related work. Students will be given a minimum of two (2) calendar days per day or period of absence to make up all tests, assignments, and related work. Students may be given additional time as stipulated on their IEP or based on teacher discretion. Work due to be turned in on the day of the absence will be turned in upon return and be given full credit. Students who have been assigned out-of-school suspension (OSS) may make up all tests, assignments, and related work for full credit.

Classroom Rules:

  • Speak when it’s your turn.
  • Take care of your surroundings.
  • Let all students learn.
  • Keep hands, feet, etc. to self.
  • Graffiti free zone
  • Do your own work.
  • Actively participate in discussions, group work, etc.
  • Pay attention & take notes.
  • Bring materials.
  • Read & follow directions.
  • Follow all rules.
  • Check MyStudent frequently.
  • Ask thoughtful, relevant questions.
  • Do your work to the best of your ability.
  • Arrive on time.
  • Have all materials and assignments ready.
  • Know the expectations.
  • Check MyStudent and other online resources.

Classroom Attendance:  Students will be held accountable for arriving to class on time prepared to learn.  The attendance policy also states that students cannot leave class without teacher permission.

myStudent: It is important to check myStudent regularly. Grades and behavior will be logged in myStudent for parents and students to monitor. Student grades, attendance, Progress Reports, and Report Cards can be checked online for all TEWMS students at: https://launchpad.classlink.com/dsbpc. You will be prompted on how to create your account. We have found that this is a very helpful tool. Attendance is updated daily and grades are updated every time a teacher enters a grade (which could be daily or weekly depending on the course). Grading codes for myStudent are listed in detail at the end of this student binder

PASSES: Students are not permitted in the halls or on the grounds during class periods unless they are accompanied by a staff member or have a pass. Passes must be used for its intended purpose and only to/from the designated locations.  Passes from the art classroom are given to students by the art instructor.

Classroom Materials:  Bring a pencil every day to class; all other materials will be provided to students.

Calendar of Lessons:  Not All Projects will be Completed During One Participation Period

Timeline of Units and Lessons: 

Not All Projects will be Completed During One Participation Period

Portraiture:

              Exploring Visual Design: Chapter 6: Texture

              Grid Portrait Drawing Exercise

              Large Grid Portrait Drawing

              Collage Grid Portrait Drawing

Printmaking:

            Read and Discuss Printmaking

            Printmaking Vocabulary Exercise

            Black and White Animal Drawings

            Styrofoam Printing Plate Animal Prints

            Linoleum Block Printing Plate Animal Prints         

Art History:

            Artist Biography Exercise

            General Analysis of a Work of Art Exercise

            Art Criticism Steps Activity

            Position Essay

Elements and Principles of Art:

            Read and Discuss  Elements and Principles of Art

            Elements of Art Vocabulary Activity

            Principles of Art Vocabulary Activity

Ceramics

            Read and Discuss Ceramics Handbuilding

Ceramics Vocabulary Activity (vocab and definition matching)

            Ceramics Vocabulary Quiz

            Ceramic Shapes Vase

            Ceramics Slab Figure

            Ceramics Coil Sculpture

            Ceramic Coil Pot

            Ceramic Slab Box

            Ceramic Fish

            Ceramic Gnome

            Ceramic Piggy Bank

Painting:

            Color Wheel:  vocabulary

            Color Wheel Quiz

            Tinting and Shading Activity

Painting Ceramics:  Monochromatic Color Scheme, Complimentary Color   Scheme

            Read and Discuss color theory

            Color Vocabulary Activity

            Exploring Visual Desing Chapter 4 Color

Sculpture:

            Read and Discuss Sculpture

            Sculpture Vocabulary Activity

            Paper Mache Sculpture

            3 Dimensional Collage Portrait

            Paper Mache Fish

            Paper Scuplture:

                        Flextangle

                        Exploring Visual Design: Chapter 11 Pattern

                        3 Dimension Train

                        Making 3 Dimensional Shapes

Textiles

            Read and Discuss Crafts

            Crafts Vocabulary Activity

Coil weaving

            Loom Weaving

            Loom Beading

            Bracelet Beading

Textbook:  Exploring Visual Design

            Chapter 6 Texture

            Chapter 7 Balance

            Chapter 8 Unity

            Chapter 9 Contrast

            Chapter 10 Emphasis

            Chapter 11 Pattern

            Chapter 12 Movement and Rhythm

District EOC:  End of the course Exam

Focus Standards:

VA.68.S.3.3: Demonstrate understanding of safety protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.

VA.68.F.3.4: Follow directions and complete art tasks in a timely manner to show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.68.H.1.2: Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and/or community cultural venues.

VA.68.C.1.1: Apply a range of interests and contextual connections to influence the art-making and self-reflection processes.

VA.68.C.2.3: Examine artworks to form ideas and criteria by which to judge/assess and inspire personal works and artistic growth.

VA.68.C.3.1: Incorporate accurate art vocabulary during the analysis process to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.

VA.68.F.1.1: Use non-traditional thinking and various techniques to create two-, three-, and/or four-dimensional artworks. Remarks/Examples: e.g., potential to transfer and incorporate technological applications

VA.68.O.1.2: Identify the function of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and reflect on artwork.

VA.68.H.3.3: Create imaginative works to include background knowledge or information from other subjects.  Remarks/Examples: e.g., from history, environment, literary works.

VA.68.S.3.5: Apply two-dimensional techniques and media to create or enhance three-dimensional artwork.

VA.68.S.3.1: Use two-dimensional or three-dimensional art materials and tools to understand the potential and limitations of each.

VA.68.S.2.2: Create artwork requiring sequentially ordered procedures and specified media to achieve intended results.

VA.68.H.2.4: Explain the purpose of public art in the community.

VA.68.S.1.2: Use media, technology, and other resources to derive ideas for personal art-making.

VA.68.F.2.1: Investigate career opportunities available in the visual arts to determine requisite skills and qualifications for each field.

VA.68.H.3.3: Create imaginative works to include background knowledge or information from other subjects. Remarks/Examples: e.g., from history, environment, literary works

VA.68.C.3.1: Incorporate accurate art vocabulary during the analysis process to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.

VA.68.S.3.4: Demonstrate respect for copyright laws and intellectual property ownership when creating and producing works of art. Remarks/Examples: e.g., ethics, plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources

M/J Exploring Two-Dimensional Art  

Grades 7 and 8

azondor@pasco.k12.fl.us

813-794-0200 (before and after school)

Pasco Vision: The vision of the District School Board of Pasco County is that all our students achieve success in college, career, and life.

TEWMS Vision: Through Collaboration with our community, we empower our students to be their personal best:  Respectful, Open-minded Achievers, Rising Together!

– BOARD POLICY 2240 – CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES:

The Board recognizes that a course of study or certain instructional materials may contain content and/or activities that some parents find objectionable. If after careful, personal review of the program lessons and/or materials, a parent indicates to the school that either the content or the activity conflicts with his religious beliefs or value system, the school will consider a written request for his child to be excused from a particular class for specified reasons. The student, however, will not be excused from participating in the course and will be provided alternate learning activities during times of such parent requested absences.  Below are additional resources to help with questions related to Board Policy 2240: For information on the standards taught within this course, please visit https://www.cpalms.org/public/search/Standard. There are instructional mandates that are required by the Florida Department of Education that may be covered within this course. For more information on these, please review Florida Statute 1003.42, Required Instruction. Florida legislation and the Parent’s Bill of Rights Webpage can be reviewed to assist with information and statutes on parental rights. https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/oll_documents/parent-bill-of-rights https://www.fldoe.org/academics/standards/rules-statutes.stml

Course Description:  Students investigate a wide range of media and techniques, from both an historical and contemporary perspective, as they engage in the art-making processes of creating two-dimensional works, which may include drawing, painting, printmaking, and/or collage. Student artists reflect on their own artwork and that of others through critical analysis to achieve artistic goals related to craftsmanship, technique, and application of 21st-century skills. Opportunities are provided for creative decision-making in the context of the structural elements of art and the organizational principles of design. This course incorporates hands-on activities and consumption of art materials.

Focus Standards:

V.A.68.S.3.3 Demonstrate understanding of safety protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.

VA.68.F.3.4 Follow directions and complete art tasks in a timely manner to show development of 21st-century skills.

V.A.68 H.1.2 Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and or community cultural events.

VA.68.S.2.3 Use Visual-thinking and problem-solving skills in a sketchbook or journal to identify, practice, develop ideas, and resolve challenges in the creative process.

Grading:

A- 90-100

B – 80-89

C – 70-79

D – 60-69

F – 59

Core Learning:  70%

Supplemental:  30%

Academic Integrity: Students at all levels are expected to pursue their studies with integrity and honesty in all school settings. All work that a student submits will be the original and authentic work of the individual student unless otherwise specified in the assignment.

Make-up Work:  Students may make up any and all assignments, tests or related work assigned on the day(s) of any excused or unexcused absence at full credit. The student is responsible for asking the teacher(s) for make-up tests, assignments, and related work. Students will be given a minimum of two (2) calendar days per day or period of absence to make up all tests, assignments, and related work. Students may be given additional time as stipulated on their IEP or based on teacher discretion. Work due to be turned in on the day of the absence will be turned in upon return and be given full credit. Students who have been assigned out-of-school suspension (OSS) may make up all tests, assignments, and related work for full credit.

Classroom Rules:

  • Speak when it’s your turn.
  • Take care of your surroundings.
  • Let all students learn.
  • Keep hands, feet, etc. to self.
  • Graffiti free zone
  • Do your own work.
  • Actively participate in discussions, group work, etc.
  • Pay attention & take notes.
  • Bring materials.
  • Read & follow directions.
  • Follow all rules.
  • Check MyStudent frequently.
  • Ask thoughtful, relevant questions.
  • Do your work to the best of your ability.
  • Arrive on time.
  • Have all materials and assignments ready.
  • Know the expectations.
  • Check MyStudent and other online resources.

Classroom Attendance:  Students will be held accountable for arriving to class on time prepared to learn.  The attendance policy also states that students cannot leave class without teacher permission.

myStudent: It is important to check myStudent regularly. Grades and behavior will be logged in myStudent for parents and students to monitor. Student grades, attendance, Progress Reports, and Report Cards can be checked online for all TEWMS students at: https://launchpad.classlink.com/dsbpc. You will be prompted on how to create your account. We have found that this is a very helpful tool. Attendance is updated daily and grades are updated every time a teacher enters a grade (which could be daily or weekly depending on the course). Grading codes for myStudent are listed in detail at the end of this student binder

PASSES: Students are not permitted in the halls or on the grounds during class periods unless they are accompanied by a staff member or have a pass. Passes must be used for its intended purpose and only to/from the designated locations.  Passes from the art classroom are given to students by the art instructor.

Classroom Materials:  Bring a pencil every day to class; all other materials will be provided to students.

Calendar of Lessons:  Not All Projects will be Completed During One Participation Period

Timeline of Units and Lessons:  Semester 1

Visual Arts Procedures and Materials

              Classroom Procedures

              Material and Supply Procedures

              Safety and Procedures in Art Class

              Craftmanship in Art Class

Drawing:

              Graffiti Name Tag Designs

Drawing Basics Activity:  Basic Geometric and Organic Lines and Shapes and

                     Vocabulary

              Still Life Drawing:  Fruits, Vegetables, and Real Life Objects

              Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 1:  Line

              Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 2:  Shape and Form

Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 3:  Value

              Value:  Adventures in Value; 3 dimensional shading and cast shadow

              Canyon Drawing Activity:  Shading for practice activity and value study

              Colored Pencil Techniques

              Color:  Apples Activity /color fills and shading over color

              Colored Pencil Barn/Structure Drawings

              Colored Pencil Plant Drawing

              Optical Illusion Color Wheel

Perspective: 

Vocabulary

Ruler Worksheet

Vanishing Point Worksheet

House Perspective Drawing

Train Perspective Drawing

Shapes Perspective Drawing

City Perspective Drawing

Interior Perspective Drawing

Advanced Perspective Drawing

Computer Generated Art:

              Adobe Photoshop CS6

              City on the Water Exercise

              Yearbook Page Background

              Name Designs

              Digital Self Portrait

              Digital Photography

Painting:

              Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 4:  Color

              Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 5:  Space

              Painting: Color Making

              Painting:  Mixing Charts

              Painting:  Technique Sheet

Color Wheel:  Activity and vocabulary

              Tinting and Shading Activity

              Monochromatic Geometric Painting

              Complimentary Colors Geometric Painting

              Animal Patterns Primary Color Painting

 

Elements and Principles of Art:

              Elements of Art Vocabulary Activity

              Principles of Art Vocabulary Activity

 

Portraiture:

              Exploring Visual Design: Chapter 6: Texture

              Grid Portrait Drawing Exercise

              Large Grid Portrait Drawing

              Collage Grid Portrait Drawing

              Oil Pastel Layering Exercise

              Oil Pastel Grid Portrait Drawing

 

Printmaking:

              Printmaking Vocabulary Exercise

              Black and White Animal Drawings

              Styrofoam Printing Plate Animal Prints

              Linoleum Block Printing Plate Animal Prints

 

Art History

              Artist Biography Exercise

              General Analysis of a Work of Art Exercise

              Art Criticism Steps Activity

              Position Essay

Art Criticism, Aesthetics, and Art History Read and Discuss Art Criticism, Aesthetics, and Art History Vocabulary Activity

 

Textbook: 

               Exploring Visual Design

               Chapter 1 Line

                Chapter 2 Shape and Form

               Chapter 3 Value

               Chapter 4 Color

               Chapter 5 Space

               Chapter 6 Texture

District EOC:  End of the course Exam

              Focus Standards:

VA.68.S.3.3 Demonstrate understanding of safety protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.

VA.68.F.3.4 Follow directions and complete art tasks in a timely manner to show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.68.H.1.2 Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and or community cultural events.

VA.68.S.2.3 Use Visual-thinking and problem-solving skills in a sketchbook or journal to identify, practice, develop ideas, and resolve challenges in the creative process.

 VA 68.C.3.1 Incorporate accurate art vocabulary during the analysis process to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.

VA.68.C.2.3 Examine artworks to form Ideas and criteria by which to judge/assess and inspire personal works and artistic growth

VA.68.S.2.2 Create artwork requiring sequentially ordered procedures and specified media a achieve intended results.

  1. 68.0.1.1Make connections between the structural elements of art and the organizational principles of design to understand how artwork is unified.

V.A.68.S.3.4 Demonstrate respect for copyright laws and intellectual properties and ownership when creating and producing works of art.

VA.68.F.2.1 Investigate career opportunities available in the visual arts to determine requisite skills and qualifications for each field.

Digital Art Imaging 1

Grade 8

azondor@pasco.k12.fl.us

813-794-0200 (before and after school)

Pasco Vision: The vision of the District School Board of Pasco County is that all our students achieve success in college, career, and life.

TEWMS Vision: Through Collaboration with our community, we empower our students to be their personal best:  Respectful, Open-minded Achievers, Rising Together!

– BOARD POLICY 2240 – CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES:

The Board recognizes that a course of study or certain instructional materials may contain content and/or activities that some parents find objectionable. If after careful, personal review of the program lessons and/or materials, a parent indicates to the school that either the content or the activity conflicts with his religious beliefs or value system, the school will consider a written request for his child to be excused from a particular class for specified reasons. The student, however, will not be excused from participating in the course and will be provided alternate learning activities during times of such parent requested absences.  Below are additional resources to help with questions related to Board Policy 2240: For information on the standards taught within this course, please visit https://www.cpalms.org/public/search/Standard. There are instructional mandates that are required by the Florida Department of Education that may be covered within this course. For more information on these, please review Florida Statute 1003.42, Required Instruction. Florida legislation and the Parent’s Bill of Rights Webpage can be reviewed to assist with information and statutes on parental rights. https://www.pasco.k12.fl.us/oll_documents/parent-bill-of-rights https://www.fldoe.org/academics/standards/rules-statutes.stml.  

Course Description:  Students explore the fundamental concepts, terminology, techniques, and applications of digital imaging to create original work. Students produce digital still images through the single or combined use of computers, digital cameras, scanners, photo editing software, drawing and painting software, graphic tablets, printers, new media, and emerging technologies. Through the critique process, students evaluate and respond to their own work and that of their peers to measure artistic growth. This course incorporates hands-on activities, the use of technology, and consumption of art materials.

Focus Standards:

VA.912.S.3.4 – Demonstrate personal responsibility, ethics, and integrity, including respect for intellectual property, when accessing information and creating works of art. VA.912.F.2.1- Examine career opportunities in the visual arts to determine requisite skills, qualifications, supply-and-demand, market location, and potential earnings.

VA.912.S.3.11- Store and maintain equipment, materials, and artworks properly in the art studio to prevent damage and/or cross-contamination.

VA.912.S.3.3 – Review, discuss, and demonstrate the proper applications and safety procedures for hazardous chemicals and equipment during the art-making process.

VA.912.F.3.6 – Identify ethical ways to use appropriation in personal works of art.

VA.912.F.3.4 – Follow directions and use effective time-management skills to complete the art-making process and show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.912.S.3.11- Store and maintain equipment, materials, and artworks properly in the art studio to prevent damage and/or cross-contamination.

VA.912.S.1.4 – Demonstrate effective and accurate use of art vocabulary throughout the art-making process.

VA.912.S.2.2 Focus on visual information and processes to complete the artistic concept.

VA.912.F.3.12 – Use digital equipment and peripheral devices to record, create, present, and/or share accurate visual images with others.

VA.912.O.2.2 – Solve aesthetic problems, through convergent and divergent thinking, to gain new perspectives.

VA.912.O.3.1 – Create works of art that include symbolism, personal experiences, or philosophical view to communicate with an audience.

VA.912.S.1.6 – Describe processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.

VA.912.C.1.6 – Identify rationale for aesthetic choices in recording visual media.

VA.912.C.3.1 – Use descriptive terms and varied approaches in art analysis to explain the meaning or purpose of an artwork.

VA.912.C.2.3 – Process and apply constructive criticism as formative assessment for continued growth in art-making skills.

VA.912.F.1.5 – Create a digital or time-based presentation to analyze and compare artists, artworks, and concepts in historical context.

VA.912.C.3.1 – Use descriptive terms and varied approaches in art analysis to explain the meaning or purpose of an artwork.

VA.912.C.2.1 – Examine and revise artwork throughout the art-making process to refine work and achieve artistic objective

VA.912.H.2.1 – Identify transitions in art media, technique, and focus to explain how technology has changed art throughout history.

VA.912.O.1.4 – Compare and analyze traditional and digital media to learn how technology has altered opportunities for innovative responses and results.

VA.912.H.3.3 – Use materials, ideas, and/or equipment related to other content areas to generate ideas and processes for the creation of works of art.

VA.912.H.1.5 – Investigate the use of technology and media design to reflect creative trends in visual culture.

VA.912.S.3.12 – Develop competence and dexterity, through practice, in the use of processes, tools, and techniques for various media.

 VA.912.S.1.8 – Use technology to simulate art-making processes and techniques.

VA.912.F.1.4 – Use technological tools to create art with varying effects and outcomes.

VA.912.S.3.1 – Manipulate materials, techniques, and processes through practice and perseverance to create a desired result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.912.S.2.1 – Demonstrate organizational skills to influence the sequential process when creating artwork.

Grading:

A- 90-100

B – 80-89

C – 70-79

D – 60-69

F – 59

Core Learning:  70%

Supplemental:  30%

Academic Integrity: Students at all levels are expected to pursue their studies with integrity and honesty in all school settings. All work that a student submits will be the original and authentic work of the individual student unless otherwise specified in the assignment.

Make-up Work:  Students may make up any and all assignments, tests or related work assigned on the day(s) of any excused or unexcused absence at full credit. The student is responsible for asking the teacher(s) for make-up tests, assignments, and related work. Students will be given a minimum of two (2) calendar days per day or period of absence to make up all tests, assignments, and related work. Students may be given additional time as stipulated on their IEP or based on teacher discretion. Work due to be turned in on the day of the absence will be turned in upon return and be given full credit. Students who have been assigned out-of-school suspension (OSS) may make up all tests, assignments, and related work for full credit.

Classroom Rules:

  • Speak when it’s your turn.
  • Take care of your surroundings.
  • Let all students learn.
  • Keep hands, feet, etc. to self.
  • Graffiti free zone
  • Do your own work.
  • Actively participate in discussions, group work, etc.
  • Pay attention & take notes.
  • Bring materials.
  • Read & follow directions.
  • Follow all rules.
  • Check MyStudent frequently.
  • Ask thoughtful, relevant questions.
  • Do your work to the best of your ability.
  • Arrive on time.
  • Have all materials and assignments ready.
  • Know the expectations.
  • Check MyStudent and other online resources.

Classroom Attendance:  Students will be held accountable for arriving to class on time prepared to learn.  The attendance policy also states that students cannot leave class without teacher permission.

myStudent: It is important to check myStudent regularly. Grades and behavior will be logged in myStudent for parents and students to monitor. Student grades, attendance, Progress Reports, and Report Cards can be checked online for all TEWMS students at: https://launchpad.classlink.com/dsbpc. You will be prompted on how to create your account. We have found that this is a very helpful tool. Attendance is updated daily and grades are updated every time a teacher enters a grade (which could be daily or weekly depending on the course). Grading codes for myStudent are listed in detail at the end of this student binder

 

PASSES: Students are not permitted in the halls or on the grounds during class periods unless they are accompanied by a staff member or have a pass. Passes must be used for its intended purpose and only to/from the designated locations.  Passes from the art classroom are given to students by the art instructor.

 

Classroom Materials:  Bring a pencil every day to class; all other materials will be provided to students.

Calendar of Lessons:  Not All Projects will be Completed During One Participation Period

Timeline of Units and Lessons:  Semester 1 

Visual Arts Procedures and Materials

              Classroom Procedures

              Material and Supply Procedures

              Safety and Procedures in Art Class

              Craftmanship in Art Class

Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 1:  Line

Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 2:  Shape and Form

Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 3:  Value

Drawing Design

            9/11 Memorial Drawings/Designs

            School Logo Drawings/Designs

            8th Grade T-shirt Drawings/Designs

            Adventures in Value

            Colored Pencil Techniques

              Perspective

Yearbook

            Photography

            Press Pass Buttons

            Page Layout

            Copyright

Computer Generated Art:

              9/11 Memorial Posters

              Adobe Photoshop CS6

              City on the Water Exercise

              Yearbook Page Background

              Yearbook Sales Poster

              Name Designs

              Digital Self Portrait

              Digital Photography

              Scanning

              Printing

              File Types

              Exploring Visual Design:  Chapter 4:  Color    

Elements and Principles of Art:

              Elements of Art Vocabulary Activity

              Principles of Art Vocabulary Activity

Digital Photography

              Adobe Photoshop

              Photograph Editing

              Digital Cameras

              Athletic Event Photography

              School Event Photography 

Art History

              Artist Biography Exercise

              General Analysis of a Work of Art Exercise

              Art Criticism Steps Activity

              Position Essay

              Art Criticism, Aesthetics, and Art History Read and Discuss Art Criticism,

                        Aesthetics, and Art History Vocabulary Activity

Digital Design

            Adobe Illustrator

            School Logo Design

            8th Grade T-Shirt Designs

            Business Card

            Vector Name Designs

            File Type

Digital Arts Imaging 1

  

Unit Name

Focus / Reasonings / Concepts

 

  

Unit 1 – Concepts

Focus on Procedures, Plagiarism, Copyright, Ethics, and Careers.

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 2 – Elements of Art

Focus on Line, Shape, Form, Texture, Value, Color, and Space within Digital Artworks.

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 3 – Principles of Design

Focus on Balance, Unity, Variety, Emphasis, Movement, Pattern, Proportion, Rule of Thirds, and Golden Mean within Digital Artworks.

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  
     

 

  

Unit 4 – Symbolism

Focus on Personal Symbolism, Psychological Symbolism, Mythological Symbolism, and Symbolism in Literature and how it relates to Digital Artwork.

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 5 – Art Criticism and Reflection

Focus on Analyzing, Evaluating, and Reflecting on own and others works of Art.

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 6 – History of the Camera

Focus on Timeline and Development of Technology

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  
     

 

  

Unit 7 – Photography Part 1

Focus on Studio Photography

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 8 – Photography Part 2

Focus on Independent Photography

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 9 – Photo Editing

Focus on Photoshop, PhotoPea, ProCreate, or Alternatives

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  
     

 

  

Unit 10 – Vector Graphics/Graphic Design

Focus on Illustrator, Gravit, or Alternatives

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 11 – Moving Image/Animation

Focus on Variety of Video or Animation Techniques, Styles, and Applications

  

 

  
 

 

  
 

 

  

Unit 12 – Independent Practice/Studio

Focus on Review and Enriching Content