ART 10-20-30 COURSE INFORMATION

INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Shelley Deck; B.Ed., B.A.

PLEASE NOTE: This course outline is tentative and currently under reconstruction.

Objectives

To develop skilled, intelligent and articulate consumers/creators of visual images;
To acquire skills/awareness of artistic preferences, processes, philosophies and production values as they relate to art education;
To impart a introductory knowledge of the terminology and history of ideas as evidenced in art;
To increase the students’ ability to grow ideas and improve decision making skills;
To impart an enhanced understanding of the interconnectivity of art, society and personal development in each individuals experience with visual images.

Proposed Units of Instruction:

Section 1: Artistic Skills & Knowledge	Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced 2-D Pencil Grid Project Self Evaluation How to Mix Colors reading Color Pencil Grid Project Self Evaluation Chalk or Oil Pastel Project Ink Studies Project and Peer Evaluation Form Color Theory & Watercolor Study Color Theory Assignment Printmaking Project	Portfolio Review Components: Each of the projects to the left are given a value of 100 possible points.
First Report	TOTAL
Section 2: Art in Society & The History of Ideas	Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced 3-D & Art History Plastalina sculpture studies Visual Twin in Art History Project & Presentation Art History Essay Project Feldman & Critical Analysis: artwork critique form Slide Identification Quiz Art History Quiz	Portfolio Review Components: Each of the projects to the left are given a value of 100 possible points.
Second Report	TOTAL
Section 3: Art & Personal Development	Beginner- Intermediate-Advanced Artistic Research & Studio Practices Bookmaking/Altered Art Project Bookmaking/Altered Art Pre-Evaluation Multiples Project Multiples Artist Statement & Exhibit Conceptual Self Portrait (CSP) Final Project Dream Home Project Environmental Art/Andy Goldsworthy Project Word Art/Jenny Holzer Project Final Exam	Portfolio Review Components: Each of the projects to the left are given a value of 100 possible points.
Final Report	TOTAL

Course Materials:

Mark making/manipulating/imaging tools (various - some are supplied)
Notebook
“Sketchbook”
“Portfolio”
Image bank (start collecting visual images of interest)
Miscellaneous TBA (i.e. Personal cameras are not required, but if you do have access to one that you like using…do it!)

Structure:

Art 10-20-30 (3 Credit) and Art 10-20-30 (5 Credit) programs differ significantly in the amount of time each student is expected to contribute to their development in/out of class. One of the wonderful qualities about Art Education is that it heartily expects students to build upon their current levels of artistic growth and integrity through the ’snowball’ effect (unlike, for instance, Mathematics/Music…where one must have an understanding of foundational elements before continued/advanced learning may occur). For this reason, a great deal of emphasis is placed on art student engagement with artistic processes and products. In short, for this class, students are advised that it is those people who do things - and actively pursue interconnectivity - who best succeed in this course…and learn. An attitude that accepts risk taking, experimentation, engagement and tenacity in personal growth is not an option for those involved in quality Art Education learning processes. Our environment is a safe space for experimentation and product failure where mutual respect between all parties involved is expected. However, laziness/disconnection/quitting is an entirely unacceptable practice. Students are encouraged to enter this class with an open mind.

Evaluation:

Various evaluation strategies will be employed throughout the course of the experience - as necessary - as a means to bring about the highest degree of learning possible for each individual. For example: rubrics, group critiques, peer critiques, teacher-student individual education planning, oral and written quizzes, journal writing and responses, brainstorming assignments, external examinations… every moment counts!

Additional Notes:

HOMEWORK IS NOT AN OPTION. IT IS A LABOUR OF LOVE AND AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU TO RESEARCH/RECORD THOSE THINGS YOU FEEL AESTHETICALLY PASSIONATE ABOUT AT THE PRESENT TIME.

EACH CLASS IS EXPECTED TO HELP DEVELOP THE UNIT STUDY TIME LINES WITH THE INSTRUCTOR.

FISH MODELS FOR DRAWING