Visual Art: Beginning
Grade Level:
9,10,11,12
This is a beginning level class with varied introductions to
visual communication. Visual
Communication students will learn to communicate as both the viewer and the
artist. The above includes the study of
basic knowledge including the following:
aesthetics, art history, art making, art critiques, vocabulary, and
techniques. The Elements of Art and
Principles of Design will be covered, all of which is followed with a hands-on
lesson. Each lesson will be aligned with
the North Carolina Essential Standards. If a student wishes to proceed to the
Intermediate level of Visual Art, they must pass Visual Art Beginning both by
academic standards and attendance procedures.
Visual Art:
Intermediate
Grade Level: 10,11,12
Prerequisite: Visual
Art: Beginning
Visual Art: Intermediate is focused on the application of
knowledge learned in Visual Art: Beginning.
Students will begin to experiment with technique and develop a deeper
understanding of how to create a strong visual statement using the Elements of
Art and the Principles of Design; including aesthetics, art history, art
critiques, vocabulary, and technique. Each lesson will be aligned with the
North Carolina Essential Standards. If a student wishes to move to Visual Art:
Proficient Honors they must pass Visual Art:
Intermediate both by academic standards and attendance procedures.
Grade Level: 10, 11,
12
Visual
Communication Classroom Procedures and Expectations
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I need students that want to learn
about all things art: art making, art
history, art critiques (how to discuss art), and aesthetics (the philosophy of
art).
I expect all students to be
enthusiastic, self-disciplined, well behaved, mature, and always willing to explore
new ways to create. Art is an academic
area of study, and has specific elements and principles that it is based upon
to ensure a strong visual statement (not just self expression). Therefore, please understand that good art
comes from the brain, heart, and hand and never
has to be a photographic image or something “real.” I have very meticulous expectations and
procedures that create an atmosphere that the above goals can be met. If you like the way the class sounds, and if
you can follow the rules, I will enjoy your being a part of my class. As an artist in this classroom, I expect your
full dedication. If you succeed, you
will earn an A.
Grading Scale:
Each
lesson that we do will be a unit lesson; therefore, each part of that unit will
be graded and weighted on a 1 point scale.
The average of each part of the lesson will be weighted on a 2 point
scale making up the entire unit. For
example:
Lesson: Color Theory Painting
-Painting
Technique: Part 1
-Line Modulation: Part 2
-Focal Point: Part 3
-Unit: The average of part 1,2, and 3 multiplied by
2
Below
is a numerical example:
-Painting Technique: 89
-Line Modulation: 84
-Focal Point: 100
-Total: 273 out of 300
points, 273 divided by 3 = 91
The
Unit Grade would be a 91
The
91 would then be factored into the final grade 2 times.
Grades
will be entered into the gradebook as the lessons are completed.
Below are important guidelines to follow because they will be
factored into the final grade, weighted as 2 points, equal to a unit
grade. Those are Conduct, Punctuality,
and Preparedness. A description is given below.
You should have good behavior,
follow the expectations; be polite and kind in words, deeds, and actions to
other students and their artwork.
You should complete all work. You must attempt lessons with an open mind,
and be willing to try everything that you are taught. You should master the concepts and
demonstrate verbally and visually that you can execute what you have
learned. Retaining the above knowledge
will build a strong base for understanding art.
Your artwork will not be graded on how real that it looks, but on how
willing you are to let yourself be creative.
If your level of success isn’t what you expected, don’t get
discouraged. Art is a journey, and the only
way to travel is through attempt. You
must continue, explore, and learn from your efforts. You should understand that
visual art is like all of the arts:
dance, music, drama, etc. It
must be practiced
You should have good attendance and
punctuality. I need you to be focused
and alert in the art classroom, so make healthy choices. If you are absent, you are responsible for
following the procedures of the C.A. Erwin
High School Attendance Policy.
Below are the
requirements for your grades:
To
receive an A, you must have a completed piece of artwork. The work should include craftsmanship of
exquisite quality. Every instruction
that I have given must have been followed (including individual instruction),
and I should see that you are able to apply what we have already covered in
class; including the use of vocabulary when speaking about your art.
To
receive a B, you must have a completed piece of artwork. The work should include craftsmanship of a
great quality. Every instruction that I
have given must have been followed (including individual instruction), and I
should see that you are able to apply what we have already covered in the
class.
To
receive a C, you must have a completed piece of artwork. The work should include craftsmanship of
satisfactory quality. Every instruction
that I have given must have been followed or attempted (including individual
instruction), and I should see that you are able to apply what we have already
covered in the class.
To
receive a D, you must have a completed piece of artwork. The work will have included craftsmanship of
an unsatisfactory quality; however, all of the directions that I have given to
you were still attempted.
To
receive an F, you must have an incomplete piece of artwork. The work will have included craftsmanship of
an unsatisfactory quality, and you did not follow the instruction given to you.
*If a
piece of artwork is not finished when we move to the next lesson, it is your
responsibility to make arrangements to finish it. I can not allow you to take my supplies home
with you. You will have until week 7 of the 9 weeks to have all work complete.
Expectations and
Procedures:
1-
Listen and focus. All attention should
be on the teacher. In this class, I do
not use a text book; therefore, all the demonstrations, directions, answers to
questions, and base knowledge comes from me.
When I speak, put down your art tool, focus your attention on me, and
listen. During studio time, focus on
your artwork. Never disturb another student,
and stay on task!
2-
Do not talk while listening or working! This
is a silent class. Raise your
hand to be recognized. Everything that
comes into your mind does not need to exit your mouth. No student is to behave in a manner that is
disruptive to listening or learning.
3-
Students should be in the classroom at the sound of the bell. If you are not, then you are tardy. The bell you hear after the warning bell is
the tardy bell. Get all materials needed
for class from your locker before coming to class.
4-
The seat you are in right now is your assigned seat. Sit facing the front of the classroom. Do not move your chair to join another
student without permission. You may not
change your seating assignment when a student is absent. A substitute will have a seating chart. When we watch a video, you will remain at
your table but face your chair toward the TV, unless you can’t see the TV. If you can’t see the TV you may move your
chair
5-
A sharp pencil and usable eraser is REQUIRED everyday! Keep several in your book bag. No artwork is
ever to be signed or drawn in pen.
6-
Do not touch materials placed on your desk until you have been given
permission. Do not touch another
student’s artwork from either your class or another class unless given
permission.
7-
Art tools must be handled with care.
They can be dangerous. They are
never to be used as toys or weapons.
Sometimes we must share tools.
Take good care of the tools so that they stay in good working
condition. When you wash a brush, put it
back into the container stem down, bristle up.
8-
The art classroom is not a salon. Please
groom yourself outside of the classroom.
Dress appropriately by the school dress code. We will be working with messy materials;
therefore, dress suitable in case you spill art materials on your clothes.
9-
You are responsible for cleaning your area, the sink area, and any other area
designated by me. I am very meticulous
with how I expect you to clean up. Do
not start clean up until directed. Clean
up, go directly to your assigned seat, and stay there until the bell
rings. You may not move around the room
after you have cleaned up! Keep
your table in line, and push your chair in when you leave. Fourth period students will put the chairs up
after the dismissal bell rings. You are
responsible for both chairs at your set of tables. If your partner is absent, you may put
his/her chair up when you finish your clean up.
10-
No eating in the classroom, and no drinking coffee or soda in the classroom. Clear water in clear bottles are fine and
recommended. No visible food items are
allowed. If you bring food into the
classroom, you will be instructed to put it away or put it in the trash.
11-
You may not go out the backdoor exit except during a drill or with special
permission. You may not go into the art
room office, the upstairs loft, under the loft, or next door without permission each and every
time. If we have a fire drill, exit
through the backdoor, turn left, and go to the second light pole in the parking
area.
12-
I expect you to continue working without comment or staring when we have a
visitor. A visitor is anyone (students
included) that come through the art room door for any reason.
13-
You should have behavior that exemplifies that of ladies and gentlemen
respectively, and never make a comment to another student that is negative or
hurtful. Be kind to others! When you have
a substitute, you must be on your best behavior, or it will result in a
referral.
Leaving The Classroom:
Before you may be excused to the
restroom, raise your hand, wait to be recognized, and ask to be excused. Do not ask to go to another teacher’s
classroom, or ask to use the classroom phone.
The answer is NO! Third
period students should visit the restroom during lunch.
Wait Time: You will need something everyday to occupy your waiting time or
drying time. You may read a book, read a
magazine, draw on your own paper, write, do homework etc. There may be days that I ask to see what you
have brought to class for waiting and drying time. Whatever you have brought must be both art
room and school appropriate.
Choices: Every action that you do in this classroom comes from a thought
before the action. Please make sure that
you think about your actions and make good choices concerning your behavior,
your artwork, and your attitude in the class.
You have complete control of how successful you are in art. You also
have complete control of the success between me as your teacher, and you as my
student. Your choices (I’m positive will
all be excellent!), will create the atmosphere in which you are learning. I look forward to a wonderful semester in art
with you!
ALL ERWIN HIGH SCHOOL
RULES AND REGULATIONS WILL BE ENFORCED IN THIS CLASS. READ ALL THE RULES IN YOUR RIGHTS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES HANDBOOK!