ART III: Advanced Intermediate 9140Prerequisite: ART II

Course Syllabus

School Year 2011-2012

ART III: Advanced Intermediate 9140Prerequisite: ART II

The curriculum follows the Virginia Standards of Learning for Visual Arts. There is no end-of course SOL test with this class, however, a B or better grade must be achieved in order to enroll in the next level of art.

Teacher: Thelma Blake – Room 221

Planning Period: 8th (2:25-3:12)

Contact telephone: (276) 642-5300

E-mail address:

Web address:

Textbooks/Resources used:ARTTALK Textbook

Themes & Foundations Textbook

Library Resources

Artists Videos

Videos pertinent to topic being studied

Art Slides & Art Posters

Art related Internet Sites

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE:

Advanced Intermediate Art continues to build on the development of abilities to organize and analyze visual art content, concepts, and skills in creating works of art with an emphasis on problem solving. The focus on art history, critical evaluation, and aesthetics is increased following the Virginia Standards of Learning for Visual Arts at this advanced level. Students are afforded the opportunity to develop a personal direction in the production of their works of art, which includes the use of technology as an artistic medium. Production activities include drawing, painting, sculpture and technology. A sketchbook/journal is maintained for research that students use to develop a series or sequence of related works. Students analyze a selected art career and identify necessary action for realization of a professional art goal. Selected works of art will be added to the portfolio and carried forward to the next level of study.

ASSESSMENTS USED AND WEIGHT:

A 14-point grading scale is used that corresponds to the Washington County 100 pt. scale. Tests/written assignments count as approximately 1/3rd (33 points) and projects constitute approximately 2/3rds (67 points) of the nine-week grade. Two nine-week grades are averaged with the exam grade to determine the semester grade for the course. Semester exams will cover knowledge gained during the previous 2 nine-week periods and will require students to analyze and evaluate concepts learned through a variety of question formats, a written communication section, and a practical component consisting of studio practices. Semester examinations will be two hours unless student qualifies for exemption by grade, attendance, and behavior.

TOPICS STUDIED BY GRADING PERIODS:

Specific vocabulary pertinent to each topic and Visual Arts Standards of Learning are addressed at the beginning of each new concept. Written assignments and tests are given periodically and announced ahead of time.

Review:

Elements of Art – video(SOL AIII.3)

Principles of Art – video(SOL AIII.3)

Studio Safety

Ethical Procedure and Copyright (SOL AIII.9)

Craftsmanship (SOL AIII.6)

Gesture drawing in Sketchbook (SOL AIII. 1)

Edit and Update Portfolio (SOL AIII.2)

Analyze selected Art Career (SOL AIII.11)

Architectural Unit (SOL AIII.1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 16)

Historical Architectural Styles

Vocabulary and Architectural Symbols

Written Report – Architect and style (SOL AIII.18, 19, 22, 24, 27)

Draw architectural design with given specifics

Construct 3-d form (house model) from 2-D design

Oral Presentation of Project (SOL AIII.10, 16, 20, 28, 29)

Class Critique (SOL AIII.13, 15, 17, 21, 23, 26)

Washington County Calendar Contest

Drawing and Acrylic Painting (SOL AIII.1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 18, 21, 22, 27) Matting & Mounting of 2-D artwork (SOL AIII.6, 8, 10)

19th & 20th Century Art (SOL AIII.12, 13, 14, 17, 25)

Stretching a Canvas

Painting “In the Manner of…” (SOL AIII.12, 17, 26, 27)

Library Research (SOL AIII.1, 3, 6, 7, 9)

Sketch (SOL AIII.1, 3, 8, 9)

Acrylic Painting (SOL AIII.2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9)

Class Presentation (SOL AIII.10, 13, 25)

Second Acrylic Painting on Canvas (SOL AIII.3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)

Class Critique (SOL AIII. 18, 20, 21, 22)

Examination is required unless obtaining exempt status.

Draw portrait having shading to show facial planes

Combined frontal and profile views

Class Critique (SOL AIII.18, 20, 21, 22)

Three-dimensional Figure study

Di Vinci measurements

Personal measurements and draw to scale

Translate drawing to 3-Dimensions

Written Critique (SOL AIII.18, 19, 22)

Crafts (SOL AIII.1, 3, 4, 5, 6,8, 9, 10)

Marbling Paper

Creating Handmade Paper

Altered Books

Design and construct Handmade Books

Japanese stab binding

Accordion Fold

Examination is required unless obtaining exempt status.

LIST OF MATERIALS STUDENTS NEED FOR CLASS:

Spiral bound Sketchbook (8 ½” x 11”) for sketching and note taking

Additional materials and media added by student choice

MAKE-UP WORK POLICY AND PROCEDURES:

Students who are absent will have two days from the day missed to complete make-up work and turn it in; otherwise a zero grade will be recorded. It is the student’s responsibility to ask for work missed. Make-up tests and quizzes shall be done before school unless otherwise agreed upon.

HOMEWORK POLICY:

Homework is usually not assigned.

DISCIPLINARY REFERRAL PROCEDURES (behavior, attendance, tardies):

Follows school procedures.