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About the Courses
High school art courses concentrate on the elements of art and principles of design, the foundation for all art. Art 1 focuses on fundamentals and techniques, Art 2 is a continuing art class, which can be repeated as many times as desired. This year I will also be teaching a New West Charter + course focuses on creating works of art with acrylic, watercolor, and multi-mediums. In addition to art production, there will be reading, writing, and vocabulary components for each lesson.
In all courses we will cover the Visual Art Content Standards set out by the California Board of Education, which are:
In all courses we will cover the Visual Art Content Standards set out by the California Board of Education, which are:
- ARTISTIC PERCEPTION
- CREATIVE EXPRESSION
- HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CONTEXT
- AESTHETIC VALUING
- CONNECTIONS, RELATIONSHIPS, APPLICATIONS
Supply List for All Courses
Students should come prepared to
class with the following materials everyday.
class with the following materials everyday.
Art 2 and Advanced Painting Supplies
Two 18” x 24” canvases for acrylic painting (recommended, but alternatives will be provided)
Suggested donation for materials $30 per student.
We would like to make sure that your student has access to all different kinds of media, for painting and drawing, in their studio art classes.
With our growing numbers of students, any amount that you can donate will greatly help make sure the art studio is fully stocked. We are really excited to be looking to expand our programs through the purchase of a kiln and installing display cases throughout the school to show off student work.
We would like to make sure that your student has access to all different kinds of media, for painting and drawing, in their studio art classes.
With our growing numbers of students, any amount that you can donate will greatly help make sure the art studio is fully stocked. We are really excited to be looking to expand our programs through the purchase of a kiln and installing display cases throughout the school to show off student work.
Sketchbook
Students will use sketchbooks for research, vocabulary, and homework assignments. Sketchbooks will be checked for completed assignments throughout the unit and turned in for a grade at the end of each unit. Students will have class time to complete the majority of sketchbook assignments; homework assignments will be kept to once or twice a week. Each of these assignments will receive a stamp if they are completed on time to help ensure the student is properly progressing through each project. This is to ensure students are prepared to work on projects in class. A list of sketchbook entries required for each unit check is provided on the unit board sheet that students receive at the beginning of each new unit.
Art Criticism and Critiques
An important part of art class will be art criticism and critiques. In art, it is important to look at art and be able to talk and write about its appearance and meaning. We will be analyzing artwork from the canon of art history and peer artwork. When we talk or write about a student’s work in class, every student is expected to be courteous and respectful. Failure to act appropriately will negatively affect your student’s grade and potentially result in a referral.
Grading
While art is a skill-based subject, effort and improvement are also considered during grading. At the beginning of each project a rubric will be provided explaining how the project will be graded. Students are expected to turn in their very best, original work. We will also be utilizing ArtSonia for digital gallery archives, and an additional email form will be provided for parent permission. Students who engage in New West Sports, and are off campus on the day of due date of project and are required to turn in their project ahead of time. Projects have a set due date at least a week in advance.
Late Work- Only excused absences will be given consideration for extensions on work. Most due dates in this course are set well in advance, so students have ample time to turn in work ahead of schedule. Communication from student is key PRIOR to due date for accommodations to be made.
Late Work- Only excused absences will be given consideration for extensions on work. Most due dates in this course are set well in advance, so students have ample time to turn in work ahead of schedule. Communication from student is key PRIOR to due date for accommodations to be made.
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Grades in art class are weighted as follows:
Projects: 45% of grade Sketchbook: 30% of grade Art Criticism: 15% of grade Art Show: 10% of grade |
Letter Grade Grade Point Percentages
A 4.0 90-100% B 3.0 80-89% C 2.0 70-79% D 1.0 60-69% F 0.0 0-59% |
With the upcoming expansion of our school, and promote academic literacy across all subject areas, we are looking to build our ART LIBRARY! Art Reference Books will count towards Parent volunteer hours.
Your Donation.
We are delighted to receive your donation! The Art library benefits from your donation, and students are able to reference and use these books for academic research for developing their own portfolios.
Types of Donations.
Books, Art Magazines (Such as American Painter or Juxtapose), & DVDs are all accepted. Donated books should be clean, dry and in generally good condition.
How to Donate.
Please have your student deliver donations to the Art Instructor, or drop off at the front office.
How to Get Credit for Your Service Hours for Donations
You will need to go through the portal on the New West Charter website, but you can receive an hour per book donated to give you credit for your time invested for acquiring and delivering donation material(s).
Your Donation.
We are delighted to receive your donation! The Art library benefits from your donation, and students are able to reference and use these books for academic research for developing their own portfolios.
Types of Donations.
Books, Art Magazines (Such as American Painter or Juxtapose), & DVDs are all accepted. Donated books should be clean, dry and in generally good condition.
How to Donate.
Please have your student deliver donations to the Art Instructor, or drop off at the front office.
How to Get Credit for Your Service Hours for Donations
You will need to go through the portal on the New West Charter website, but you can receive an hour per book donated to give you credit for your time invested for acquiring and delivering donation material(s).