Welcome
Hello everyone and welcome to my webpage. I am Mr. Anthony Carone, an art teacher at Bayonne High School. I've provided my email address below for contact purposes if you need to reach me with any questions. Feel free to review the syllabi I have included below. This information has also been provided to students on Schoology, our virtual learning platform so that each student can better understand their course and how to move forward this year in the class for the year.
Art I - Comic Book Illustration - My Artistic Self
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us."
- J.R.R. Tolkien
ART I
Course Description:
Art I is a course designed for disciplined art students interested in potentially pursuing a career in fine and commercial art. The course will help students become more proficient in the creative process with the use of tools available to them and applied critical thinking. They are encouraged to create their own artistic style that will help best express themselves in a visual manner. Students that complete the course will be prepared for optional courses offered in Bayonne High School such as Art 2, Photography, Computer Graphics, Painting & Drawing, etc. if the student is interested in continuing in art.
Course Objectives:
- Develop creativity and critical thinking skills
- Understand, analyze, and solve problems that visual artists share
- Critique and reflect on their own work in a constructive environment
- Discover their own style/niche that best expresses their ideas and thoughts
- Prepare a portfolio that highlights their skills and knowledge
Class Expectations and Policies:
See Student Contract.
Supplies Needed:
- Sketchbook
- Notebook or Chromebook for taking notes (Note: Device must be charged before class.)
- Graphite Pencils (6B, 2B, 2H)
- Eraser (kneaded, gum, etc.)
- Travel or “Flash” drive (USB) to store and transport scanned work (optional)
- Access to a digital camera for classroom use, field trips, and homework assignments
* Additional supplies may be requested at later date.*
Assignments:
Students will be given a comprehensive list of all assignments due for each marking period. All assignments will be collected and returned after grading them. Some may be kept for art exhibitions or contests, if any. Some may include deadline dates that may occur prior to the end of the marking period. It is recommended that you start on those first. Students will also be involved in a critique and evaluation of their own work and the works of others throughout the year. Any homework assigned will be announced beforehand as so students will be notified how and when to complete/submit their work.
Additional Assignments:
Students may be required to participate in art and poster contests throughout the year as part of the curriculum. These will count as regular class assignments for which you will be given a grade. Extra credit will be given for any work over and above the regular assignments.
Field Trips:
Students will have an opportunity to attend any field trips planned during the year. All costs of transportation and admission, where applicable, will be incurred by the student. Permission slips and itineraries will be sent home prior to each expedition.
Evaluation (Grading Policy):
Your marking period grades will be determined by these key factors:
- Creativity/Originality
- Craftsmanship & Application (i.e. content knowledge)
- Attitude and Responsibility (i.e. timeliness, attendance and participation, preparedness, etc.)
- Effort
In addition, there will be a quarterly exam for each marking period and a final assessment at the end of the year.
- 60% of your MP grade will be determined by the successful completion of class assignments. This will also include behavior, participation, preparedness, enthusiasm, and time management.
- 20% of your MP grade will be based on “homework”, which will the accumulation of original photographs, drawings, and additional research required for project completion. In addition to photographs and drawings, online weekly discussions on Google classroom will be accounted for.
- 15% of your MP grade will be based on your quarterly exam grade. Your “final exam” grade will be based on the average of your four MP quarterly exams.
- 5% of your MP grade will be based on quiz grades. Some practice assignments and studies may count as quiz grades.
- Your final “yearly” grade will be based on each marking period grade plus the average of the four MP quarterly exams plus the final assessment.
Note: You are responsible for any tools, supplies, materials, and equipment borrowed from the classroom. You must replace or pay for lost items.
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COMIC BOOK ILLUSTRATION
Course Description:
This is an advanced art course that will allow students to use their skills and ideas to create visual storytelling that is both compelling and relatable. They will learn how to create visual narratives, including characters and settings, in a convincing manner and format sequences that shall allow viewers to read easily and fluidly. As well, students will be learning some of the histories of comic books. This will include popular characters, story arcs, and even the illustrators who created them. Also, students will discuss how they each have been adapted into other media such as film, television, and gaming.
Course Objectives:
- Develop and strengthen creativity and critical thinking skills
- Interpret and adapt textual prompts into convincing visual narratives
- Incorporate experiences into visual narratives that audience members can understand and relate to
- Understand, analyze, and solve problems that visual artists and illustrators share
- Critique and reflect on their own work in a constructive environment
- Discover their own style/niche that best expresses their ideas and thoughts
- Prepare a portfolio that highlights their skills and knowledge
Class Expectations and Policies:
See Student Contract.
Supplies Needed:
- Sketchbook (Preferably mixed media paper – Canson XL has the best price.)
- Bristol Paper Pad
- Graphite Pencils (2H and 6B)
- Eraser (kneaded and gum)
- Twin-Tip Sharpie
- Correction Ink (White-Out) Pen
- Travel or “Flash” drive (USB) to store and transport scanned work (optional)
- Access to a digital camera for classroom use, field trips, and homework assignments.
Assignments:
Students will be given a comprehensive list of all assignments due for each marking period. All assignments will be collected and returned after grading them. Some may be kept for art exhibitions or contests, if any. Some may include deadline dates that may occur prior to the end of the marking period. It is recommended that you start on those first. Students will also be involved in a critique and evaluation of their own work and the works of others throughout the year. Any homework assigned will be announced beforehand as so students will be notified how and when to complete/submit their work.
Additional Assignments:
Students may be required to participate in art and poster contests throughout the year as part of the curriculum. These will count as regular class assignments for which you will be given a grade. Extra credit will be given for any work over and above the regular assignments.
TABLETS/PENS
If you need to borrow a tablet in class, you must sign them out using your student ID. You may not get your ID back until the tablet and pen are returned.
Field Trips:
Students will have an opportunity to attend any field trips planned during the year. All costs of transportation and admission, where applicable, will be incurred by the student. Permission slips and itineraries will be sent home prior to each expedition.
Evaluation (Grading Policy):
Your marking period grades will be determined by these key factors:
- Creativity/Originality
- Craftsmanship & Application (i.e. content knowledge)
- Attitude and Responsibility (i.e. timeliness, attendance and participation, preparedness, etc.)
- Effort
In addition, there will be a quarterly exam for each marking period and a final assessment at the end of the year.
- 60% of your MP grade will be determined by the successful completion of class assignments. This will also include behavior, participation, preparedness, enthusiasm, and time management.
- 20% of your MP grade will be based on “homework”, which will the accumulation of original photographs, drawings, and additional research required for project completion. In addition to photographs and drawings, online weekly discussions on Google classroom will be accounted for.
- 15% of your MP grade will be based on your quarterly exam grade. Your “final exam” grade will be based on the average of your four MP quarterly exams.
- 5% of your MP grade will be based on quiz grades. Some practice assignments and studies may count as quiz grades.
- Your final “yearly” grade will be based on each marking period grade plus the average of the four MP quarterly exams plus the final assessment.
Note: You are responsible for any tools, supplies, materials, and equipment borrowed from the classroom. You must replace or pay for lost items.
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MY ARTISTIC SELF
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will serve as an introduction to the field of visual communication and expression. It is specially designed for incoming freshman students or just anyone who may have an interest in visual art or creative expression and are looking to expand their skills and knowledge in a nurturing environment with like-minded individuals. With a stronger focus on social-emotional learning, students will be able to look at, think, reflect, and create art similarly to professional artists with the appropriate skills and tools while still feeling uniquely personalized to each student.
Course Objectives:
● Develop creativity and critical thinking skills
● Promote individual expression
● Understand, analyze, and solve problems that visual artists share
● Critique and reflect on their own work in a constructive environment
● Prepare a portfolio that highlights skills and knowledge
Class Expectations & Policies:
● Respect
● Class participation & preparedness
● Attendance & time management
● Electronic devices & social media
● Dress code
Supplies:
● Canson XL Mixed Media Book
● Graphite Pencils (8B or 6B, 2B, and 2H)
● Eraser (kneaded or rubber)
● Access to a Digital Camera (phone or actual camera)
ASSIGNMENTS
All assignments will be demonstrated and explained before starting them. Homeworks are assigned at the beginning of the marking period with assigned due dates to be graded by and with instructions on how to complete them. Failure to submit assignments on time, if at all, will result in point deduction. All artwork will be stored in the classroom until the end of the school year. Some artwork will be displayed in class, online, or in exhibitions or contests, especially for our annual year-end art exhibit. Students will also be involved in a critique and evaluation of their own work and the works of others throughout the year. Additional assignments such as extra credit may be assigned and will be factored into grading to help boost or balance grade point averages.
FIELD TRIPS
Students will have an opportunity to attend any field trips planned during the year. All costs of transportation and admission, where applicable, will be incurred by the student. Permission slips and itineraries will be sent home prior to each expedition. Unless stated otherwise, a first-come-first-served basis is implemented for each student to “lock in” their place on a trip due to a shared open opportunity across classes.
GRADING
Your marking period grades will be determined by these three factors:
● Creativity
● Craftsmanship & Content Knowledge
● Character
In addition, there will be a quarterly exam for each marking period and a final
assessment at the end of the year.
Percentage Breakdown:
● 60% of your MP grade will be determined by the successful completion of class assignments. This will also include behavior, participation, preparedness, enthusiasm, and time management.
● 20% of your MP grade will be based on “homework”, which will be the
accumulation of original photographs, drawings, writing assignments
(papers, online discussions, etc.) and additional research required for
project completion.
● 15% of your MP grade will be based on your quarterly exam grade. Your
“final exam” grade will be based on the average of your four MP quarterly
exams at the end of the year.
● 5% of your MP grade will be based on quiz grades. Some practice
assignments and studies may count as quiz grades.
Note: You are responsible for any tools, supplies, materials, and equipment
borrowed from the classroom. You must replace or pay for lost items.