REDWATER ISD

Welcome to HS Art

Carrie Slay

(903)671-3421

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Daily Schedule

• Tutoring is on Request.

Syllabus

• Art  Grades 9-12

Student Assignments 

Supply List

• Sketchbook 8.5 x11 or lager

• Pencil

• notebook paper

• Colored Pencils (crayola and prisma color brand)

Course Description

Art 1 Grades:  9-12 Credit: 1 

This course introduces the elements and principles of art and attempts to provide experiences that will enable students to express creative ideas through a variety of mediums: design, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Students will acquire basic skills necessary to complete assignments and improve their manual dexterity

Students must be able to complete sketchbook assignments 3 per 9 weeks to be turned in on Fridays. Sketchbook assignments are homework and are to be done on the students own time. 

Art 2: Grades:  9-12 Credit:  1

In level II art courses, students will hone the basic skill, and begin building on concepts/ideas behind the artwork.  Students will apply design skills in creating practical applications. Students will analyze specific characteristics of artworks in various cultures and incorporate studies into artwork.. Students will be required to photograph all artwork and upload to an electronic portfolio. Students must be able to complete sketchbook assignments 3 per 9 weeks to be turned in on Fridays. Sketchbook assignments are homework and are to be done on the students own time. Students will be encouraged to complete a VASE piece.

Art 3-4:                 Grades:  10-12 Credit:  1

In level III art courses, students will focus on a specific media/concept/idea. Students will gain a more in depth study of the different media, art styles, and techniques required of each media.  Students will illustrate flexibility in solving problems, creating multiple solutions, and thinking imaginatively. Students also will trace influences of various cultures on contemporary artworks; will analyze original artworks, portfolios, and exhibitions; and will provide examples of in-depth exploration of one or more themes. Students must be able to think creatively and work independently, and meet deadlines. Students will be required to photograph all artwork and upload to an electronic portfolio. Students must be able to complete sketchbook assignments 3 per 9 weeks to be turned in on Fridays. Sketchbook assignments are homework and are to be done on the students own time. Students will be required to complete a VASE piece, or write a research paper.