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Advanced Studio (ACP) 840
Overview

TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 11-12
CONTACT:

         MAP LEVEL:
01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART

01.4.1.9.1 -- Students will apply media, techniques and processes with sufficient skill, confidence and sensitivity that their intentions are understood

01.4.1.9.2 -- Students will conceive and create original works of art that demonstrate a connection between personal expression and the intentional use of art materials techniques and processes

01.4.1.9.3 -- Students will communicate ideas consistently at a high level of effectiveness in at least one visual arts medium.

01.4.2.9.1 -- Students will judge the effectiveness of different ways of using visual characteristics in conveying ideas

01.4.2.9.2 -- Students will apply comprehension and skill in incorporating the elements of art and principles of design to generate multiple solutions to and effectively solve a variety of visual art problems.

01.4.3.9.1 -- Students will use, record and develop ideas for content over time

01.4.3.9.2 -- Students will use subject matter, symbols, ideas and themes that demonstrate knowledge of contexts, and cultural and aesthetic values to communicate intended meaning.

01.4.4.9.1 -- Students will analyze and interpret art works in terms of form, cultural and historical context, and purpose

01.4.4.9.3 -- Students will compare works of art to one another in terms of history, aesthetics and culture; justify conclusions made and use these conclusions to inform their own art making.

01.4.5.9.2 -- Students will reflect critically on various interpretations to better understand specific works of art

01.4.5.9.3 -- Students will defend personal interpretations using reasoned argument

01.4.5.9.4 -- Students will apply critical and aesthetic criteria (e.g., technique, formal and expressive qualities, content) in order to improve their own works of art.

01.4.6.9.2 -- Students will compare the creative processes used in the visual arts with the creative processes used in the other arts and non-arts disciplines

03.0 LANGUAGE ARTS

03.0.2.9.5 -- Students will engage in writing speaking and developing visual texts through frequent reflection, reevaluation and revision; students will maintain a multimedia portfolio which, along with providing a means for collecting their work, provides opportunities for student reflection and teacher/student dialogue regarding the students creative processes.



1. What are effective, expressive works in visual art?
2. How does an artist develop and produce a concentration of work?
3. How does the figure serve as effective subject matter?
4. How does the self-portrait become an effective, expressive work of art?
5. How does an artist produce art everyday?




This course emphasizes advanced drawing techniques, advanced composition, observational assignments, concentration series, color theories, figure drawings, self-portraits, an exposure to a variety of post-secondary schools and educational opportunities, and a journal sketchbook.



When students are creating expressive, advanced level work, they will develop the ability to:
-- intrepret and demonstrate appropiate sketching techniques for specific purposes,
-- demonstrate a proficiency in drawing from observation,
-- observe and communicate the figure as expressive subject matter,
-- use appropiate drawing tools and techniques to achieve specific effects,
-- illustrate ways that illusions of weight, mass, and volume are achieved in drawing,
-- demonstrate good compositonal skills,
-- identify, explore, and research a theme for a concentration of work,
-- express feelings through the venue of self-portraits,
- examine selected styles and movements in art,
-- express ideas through verbal, written, and visual formats.






All students will:

-- perceive and respond to ideas, experiences, and the environment in order to appreciate nature and human endeavors,
-- apply thinking processes in organizing knowledge and ideas to communicate visually,
-- demonstrate, analyze, and apply criteria to make visual judgements,
-- demonstrate a strong proficiency in drawing media and techniques,
-- demonstrate a proficiency in drawing form observation,
-- research the artistic styles of various artists of contemporary and historical significance,
-- create thematically-connected works,
-- create visual expressions based on the figure and self-portraits,
-- respond to and receive feedback on their own artwork,
-- create and produce work outside of class.



1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
2. Quizzes and tests are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
4. A portfolio demonstrates skills learned and personal, aesthetic growth. The body of work stands as a visual record of the creative process experienced throughout the semester.
5. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem solving, providing an avenue for learning, how to talk about art, how to view art, and how to improve one's skills.