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ArtExploratoryProgram
2007-2008
Exploratory Art is a year long program where the students are introduced to a broad spectrum of mediums.
WHAT WE DO:
Study of drawing: Still life Drawing
Imaginative Drawing
Abstract Drawing
Pastel*Chalk*Color Pencil
Sketching Assignments
Study of painting: Acrylic painting on canvas
Watercolor
Glass/ Tile
Wire ornaments
Collage
Decoupage
Stained glass
Mosaic
Fused glass
3-Dimensional Art: Hand-built clay
Sculpture
Group Projects: Metro Bus shelter Mural project TBA
Drama/choir support (Back drop)
(8th grade students laying out and drawing of final class tile project)
Christmas Sets
E of E
HOW WE DO IT:
A.) Students are given a lesson plan, with step by step objectives to guide them through an art process.
B.) Students are shown how to do a project by watching a demonstration.
(Assistance is given to students through each step of project)
C.) Drawing exercises, handouts and sketchbook assignments are given to students.
ASSESMENT:
A.) Daily evaluation by instructor on cooperation and focus during class time
B.) One on one evaluation for ongoing projects, during the art process.
C.) Whole class discussions and critiquing of project as a whole.
D.) One on one sketchbook critic. (based on assignments, completion, craftsmanship)
E.) Student’s written self evaluation