Sixth Exploratory Art

Course Description:  This is a nine weeks course in which sixth grade students are introduced to creative expression through the use of hands-on activities that incorporate the use of the Elements and Principles of Art.  They are exposed to a variety of techniques, media, and major artists.

Resources: Portfolios: State of the Arts Program, Scholastic Art, Artists' Monthly

  I. Elements and Principles of Art
        A. Line
        B. Shape and Form
        C. Color and Value
        D. Space
        E. Texture

II. Principles of Art
        A. Balance
        B. Rhythm and Repetition
        C. Movement
        D. Contrast and Variety
        E. Center of Interest
        F. Unity


Seventh and Eighth Visual Art

Course Description:  This year course provides studio experiences in applications of the Elements and Principles of Art.  Students draw, paint, and create three-dimensional prjects with confidence and skill. The hands-on learning experiences allow for creative expression while incorporating varieties of media, artistic styles, and historical periods.

Resources: Art Talk,  Exploring Art,  Portfolios:_State of the Art Program,  Artists' Monthly
 
  I. Drawing
        A. Terms and Techniques
        B. Basic Drawing
        C. Shading
        D. Visual Journaling

 II. Design
        A. Terms and Techniques
        B. Elements of Art
        C. Principles of Art
        D. Visual Journaling

III. Color Theory
        A. Terms and Techniques
        B. Color Wheel
        C. Color Schemes and Application
        D. Visual Journaling
 
 IV. Painting
        A. Terms and Techniques
        B. Watercolor   
        C. Acrylic
        D. Tempera