Syllabus for 2D
Requirements:
- Participation, communication, respect for everyone in the room.
- Punctuality, ability to accomplish objectives; time management, focus, & commitment to projects.
- Respect for tools and materials, proper set up and clean up
- Following the steps to creative problem solving: Answer the question- write- visualize- sketch- create final work of art.
Projects:
- Each project will have five criteria- each worth 20-25 points.
- Genuine effort and following the criteria is the most important in project grades.
- Classroom projects will have official last days, however, extra time will be available in case of absence or if a student would like to progress with a project further than the requirements.
- Turning in Projects: It is your responsibility to turn in each project when required.
- Completed artwork must have a name and period number on it as well as on the rubric in order to be graded.
- We work independently as well as collaboratively to develop personal innovative visual solutions, avoiding cliché. Students will develop personal statements using a variety of visual media.
Homework
- Homework assignments are worth 20 points and vary from sketchbook assignments to writing assignments
Participation
Studies will include the fundamentals of visual art, color theory, artistic vocabulary, and art critique. Students are graded based on class participation, discussions, critiques, and challenges.
Possible Projects/ Media
The media explored are (but not limited to): pencil, ink, marker, watercolor, charcoal, acrylic paint, and any combination of these. Projects include drawing from observation, self-portraiture, painting, figure drawing, and printmaking. The art room should be a place to explore personal talents and creativity in a safe and productive atmosphere.
Here is a sample rubric:
2-Point Perspective City/Town ScapeName: ______________________________ Hour: ___ Date: _________
Directions: Grade yourself by placing an “X” in the boxes that describe your performance. Mrs. Acton- 2D Art
DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: |
EXCEPTIONAL (20 points) |
COMMENDABLE (17 points) |
ADEQUATE (15 points) |
LIMITED EVIDENCE OF ACHEIVEMENT (13 points)
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NO EFFORT (11 points)
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CREATIVITY & IDEAS- Original, well thought out, thoroughly developed throughout project. Drawing reflects concepts of 2-point perspective. Design incorporates elements of art in effort to create the illusion of depth. Unique winding object shows thought and creativity.
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Outstanding display of creativity and unique
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Imaginative ideas
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Predictable ideas
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Barely defined ideas or copied
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No creativity or ideas defined
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USE OF CLASS TIME & EFFORT- Organized and prepared, using time wisely, working to highest potential.Met deadlines and did their part during clean up.
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Strong effort |
Good effort |
Limited effort |
Weak effort |
Little or no effort
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CRITERIA MET/ DIRECTIONS FOLLOWED- Goals and objectives are thoroughly achieved.Final product demonstrates artist’s abilities and ideas. Boxes were created using correct perspective drawing. Problem solving skills evident.
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Above and beyond directed requirements
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Achieved requirements
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Most requirements met
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Some requirements met
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Few or no requirements met
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CRAFTSMANSHIP- Demonstrates knowledge of medium and techniques, leading to a superior project.Shading and coloring was done in a controlled fashion; student used line direction and line control when coloring. Boxes are shaded consistently. All pencil lines and smudges were erased
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Remarkable expertise
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Excellent craftsmanship
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Good craftsmanship
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Craftsmanship could be neater
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Craftsmanship is sloppy
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QUALITY OF FINISHED ARTWORK- Careful attention to all details, successful execution of pursued outcome. Final work shows consistent drawing ability. Artwork was mounted carefully and evenly. Mounting and nametag was completed correctly.
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Professional quality
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Good Quality
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Inconsistent quality |
Minimal quality
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Quality missing |