Grade 9 Pre-AP Studio Art - Course Syllabus

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1 Instructor- Ms. Racioppo COURSE DESCRIPTION Grade 9 Pre-AP Studio Art - Course Syllabus The goal of the grade 9 Pre-AP Studio Art class is to provide a solid foundation in the creative, technical and historical aspects of studio art. Basic drawing skills will be developed through an exploration of line, value, form, and perspective. Color theory will be explored through media such as drawing, painting and/or printmaking. Twodimensional and three-dimensional designs will integrate the elements of art to produce works with intentional composition. Students will maintain a sketchbook for use in conjunction with in-class and out-of-class assignments. The program encourages individual growth and development through a broad range of studio and academic experiences as we move toward developing an AP portfolio. OBJECTIVES When you complete the grade 9 Pre-AP course, you will: Be able to create intentional compositions through the use of the elements of art. Learn to draw from direct observation Build a vocabulary for describing and reacting to art Be aware of different mediums and a variety of surfaces. EXPECTATIONS The grade 9 Pre-AP course is a demanding course that requires a significant commitment. As an AP student, you are expected to: Attend class regularly Submit all assignments on time Complete summer assignments and submit them at the beginning of the year Keep a sketchbook and use it for both class work and independent exploration Participate in class critiques in a positive and constructive manner Participate in extended learning opportunities Participate in open studio time after school

2 Come to class prepared to work Work in a manner that maintains artistic integrity Be an active leaner and member of our creative community Assist in maintaining the studio in clean and safe work space CRITIQUES Participation in critiques is mandatory in this course. They are an opportunity to engage in conversations about your work with your peers, your teacher, and visiting guest artists. Critiques are to take place in a positive and supportive atmosphere, and are meant to provide you with constructive criticism and feedback. They are meant to take place throughout the creative process so that you can act on the feedback you receive. It is important to be an active participant in critiques. This means that you provide positive support and feedback for your peers when you are critiquing a classmate s work; and that you take notes, listen actively, and provide explanations when your work is being critiqued. INDEPENDENT/SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS Independent/Summer assignments are a mandatory component of this course, and will be marked. You will be required to complete one of these assignments over the summer, and two of these assignments during the course. Summer assignments are due on your last class of the second week of school. Independent assignments are due on your last classes in November and March. The assessment rubric and reflection questions for your summer assignment are attached. Please hand it in with your assignment. 1. Create a series of observational drawing of three crushed or broken objects (crushed can of pop, crumpled ball of paper, a broken plate ). 2. Select a single object, and draw it from three different viewpoints (top, side, bottom, inside ) in three different mediums (pencil, ink, pastel, marker ). 3. Create a series of three illustrations of packaging labels close up. You should not be able to see the entire product name or identifying logo in your illustrations.

3 All works must be no larger than 11 x 17 in size. You may work in any medium of your choosing. You may choose from paper, illustration board, canvas or found materials as a surface for your independent/summer assignment. SKETCHBOOK Keeping a sketchbook is a vital part of the ongoing creative process. Your sketchbook helps with ideation, the formation of ideas. It is a place where you are free to make mistakes, try new things out, and develop your ability to make critical and informed decisions about your art making. Your sketchbook should be your constant companion. Draw in it, write in it, glue things in it, and make it your own. It should be a record of your experiences and inspiration. As an AP art student, you are expected to use your sketchbook for both class assignments as well as independent exploration outside of class time. Thoughtful and consistent use of your sketchbook will help you to grow as an artist, and provide an ongoing document of your studio experiences. Please keep the following in mind: 1. Write the date on the back of each page. 2. Fill each page. Use the space. 3. Don t worry about creating perfect, polished drawings. Your sketchbook is a place to experiment. Don t abandon a sketch partway; always endeavor to finish what you start (and rework what you don t love). 4. Don t tear pages out of your book because you don t like what s on them. Rework instead. 5. DO NOT draw from the internet, photographs or magazines. This can constitute a form of plagiarism. Please see the Artistic Integrity and Ethics in Artmaking section of this syllabus for an explanation of plagiarism in art. Draw what you see instead. 6. Challenge yourself! Draw things that you think are difficult to draw. Work with subjects that you have avoided working with. Experiment with different media. Our greatest growth comes from moments of discomfort.

4 EVALUATION Your grades in this course are based on the evidence of thought, care, and effort demonstrated in your work over time. Rubrics based on AP standards and ministry curriculum expectations will be provided at the beginning of each assignment. CULMINATING ACTIVITY For your end of year culminating activity you will curate an exhibit of your own work. Work to be included in your exhibit will include work created specifically for the exhibit and work produced during the course that display the elements of arts, and relate to a general theme that link all the pieces together. You will also produce a promotional item that will connect you and your work with an intended audience. You will also be required to write a curatorial statement indicating the intent of your body of work and how each piece relates to your selected theme. ARTISTIC INTEGRITY AND ETHICS IN ARTMAKING You are expected to use artistic integrity throughout the duration of the course. All your work must be original. Works based on photographs or the work of other artists must exceed mere duplication and significant alteration to the artwork for it to be considered original. Ongoing activities and discussions will take place that will help us understand how artistic integrity, plagiarism, and moving beyond duplication are incorporated into every aspect of the course. You are to work from direct observation, individual imagination, and their own photographic compositions and designs. COURSE CONTENT The following is a list of areas of focus, as well as possible activities for this course. Please note that the order of delivery and specific assignments might be different than what is listed on the following pages.

5 Skill Contour drawing Assessment/Performance Task Exploration of blind contour and contour drawing Creation of a series of drawings using various contour drawing techniques. Life Drawing Exploration of gestural drawing Creation of a series of gestural figure drawings. One point perspective The Elements and Principles of Art Drawing of imagined interior space Create a drawing using one point perspective of an imagined interior space Mixed Media Elements and Principles Grid and materials exploration Create a series of small, non -representational works in a variety of wet and dry media/using a variety of techniques that demonstrate application of the Elements and Principles of Art. The elements of a critique Group critique of a work of art An exploration of the elements of a critique, using a famous work of art as a basis for the critique. This will build the skills and vocabulary needed for participation in the class, small group, and individual critiques that are mandatory in both pre AP and AP studio art classes. 3-D Work Clay Vessel Create a clay vessel with a specific function, using a variety of hand building and finishing technique Observational Drawing Still Life drawing Construct and draw a variety of still life images, exploring both contour drawing and drawing with value. Working with descriptors Fictitious animals Create a fictitious animal based on a list of written descriptors provided by a classmate, using a medium of your choice

6 Skill Material exploration and creative problem solving Repurpose a common item Assessment/Performance Task Use the common item distributed in class to create an artwork, using your creative problem solving skills Colour Theory Acrylic painting Explore and apply colour theory through the creation of a tessellated acrylic painting. Ongoing Media Exploration Sketchbook Ongoing material and media investigation, both in class and independent, is recorded in the sketchbook. Preparation work for assignments is also recorded in the sketchbook. Sustained Investigation Writing about your art ISU- Curating an exhibit Submission of a body of work centred around a theme, as well as a promotional item and curatorial statement about the work. This ISU lays the groundwork for the sustained investigation (Concentration Portfolio) that is part of the AP course.

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8 Knowledge Knowledge and understanding of project requirements SUMMER PROJECT- RUBRI C Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of project requirements Demonstrates solid knowledge and understanding of project requirements Demonstrates some knowledge and understanding of project requirements Demonstrates limited knowledge and understanding of project requirements Knowledge and understanding of a range of media and techniques /10 Demonstrates a thorough knowledge and understanding of a range of media and techniques Demonstrates solid knowledge and understanding of a range of media and techniques. Demonstrates some knowledge and understanding of a range of media and techniques Demonstrates limited knowledge and understanding of a range of media and techniques Thinking Use of creative problem solving Highly successful use of creative problem solving evident Successful use of creative problem solving evident. Emerging use of creative problem solving evident. Inconsistent use of creative problem solving evident. Interpretation of project requirements /10 Project requirements interpreted in a highly imaginative/inventive way Project requirements interpreted in an imaginative/inventive way Project requirements interpreted in somewhat imaginative/inventive way Project requirements interpreted in a way that shows limited or emerging imagination or inventiveness Communication Use of chosen media and technique Highly skilled use of chosen media and technique. Skilled use of chosen media and technique. Somewhat skilled use of chosen media and technique. Emerging skill evident in use of chosen media and technique. Reflection on process /10 Questions are completed and show thoughtful and reflective consideration of process. Questions are completed and show reflective consideration of process. Questions are completed and show some consideration of process. Questions are incomplete. Application Application of elements and principles of art Demonstration of growth Highly successful application of elements and principles of art Strong demonstration of growth is evident Successful application of elements and principles of art Demonstration of growth is evident Somewhat successful application of elements and principles of art Some demonstration of growth is evident Emerging skill in application of elements and principles of art Limited demonstration of growth is evident /10

9 REFLECTION AND FEEDBACK- INDEPENDENT PROJECT #1 1. Why did you choose to start with this particular project? 2. Describe a challenge you encountered when completing this project, and explain how you worked through it. 3. Describe one skill, technique, or ah-ha! moment that you encountered while doing this project that you will use again. Teacher feedback: