Beginning Visual Art
Course Description:
This course introduces the elements and principles of design through an exploration of a broad range of media. Activities emphasize skills and techniques in the following areas: drawing, painting, graphics, ceramics, art history, and three-dimensional design.
Artworks:
1st 9 weeks
- Make great compositions with the principles of design: - RUBRIC
Contrast, Balance, Emphasis, Unity, Pattern, and Rhythm & Movement
- Line & shape:
Still life shape with a pattern background -
- Value & the illusion of Form:
Tromp L’oeil with objects in your pocket -
- Space:
Attack of the ______________ Cityscape -
- Color:
Mid Term - Travel Poster Painting with a Color Harmony –
2nd 9 weeks
- Expressive Portraits
Finish portraits with multi media –
Art History
Research art styles and movements from the Renaissance to the present.
Use an art style to express yourself and something from your life -
- 3D Form – functional art
- Glazing
- Graphic Design – illustration
Final Exam - Portfolio reflection, art history, and vocabulary test & art room maintenance - STUDY GUIDE