Week 38 (6/10 - 6/14)
Mon (K)7, 1, 3, 5, Lunch, 2, 4, 6
Mount both on 12x18 white paper with 1" border on all sides. Optional: Touch up prints with sharpie and/or paint on creative print with watercolor. Turn in tomorrow: Final b/w and color print. Mrs. M grading sketchbooks 2/4/6 Senior Check Out No late work accepted. |
Tues (L)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (L)2e, 4e, 6e
PostSecrets DUE today! Turn in to me showing only your student ID#. Perspective Print Critique:
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Thurs (L)1e, 3e, 5e
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Fri (L)2e, 4e, 6e
PostSecret Reveal! Before we begin, reiew PS Rules: 1. All phones in the phone holder. 2. No touching the secrets. Leave an arms length between you and the secrets at ALL times. 3. Monitor your reactions. Even if something seems funny to you, resist the urge to laugh because the person whose secret it is might not have intended it to be funny. 4. NO secret solving; do not talk about or try to figure out whose secret is whose. That's not the point of this activity; it should remain anonymous. 5. Our secrets do not leave this room. The secrets shared here are ours and ours alone; they are different from every other classes secret. This is a unique experience that connects us all, so keep our secrets between us and these four walls. PostSecret Reflection & Discussion Take all work home. No late work accepted. |
Week 37 (6/3 - 6/7)
Mon (B)2, 4, 6, 7
No warm up; work on your project while I grade SBs! Perspective Project: Continue to build up a second layer on top or your pencil lines with carefully cut-out cardboard pieces. This will be a relief print, which means you will roll on ink to the raised surfaces you add to the base cardboard. Therefore, pay close attention to the detail and accuracy of the added materials. To cut out cardboard, use scissors. You can reuse your perspective drawing to poke holes through your cardboard pieces to create guides for where to cut. Incorporate variety of texture, value, proportion, etc. *End of Year Late Work Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm, Friday, June 7th |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Finish building cardboard relief. Begin printing process: 1st make a proof on newsprint Adjust your design or printing process if needed. Use your proof print as a folder to keep your stamp and final print together for turn in. Put your name and period clearly on the bottom corner of EVERYTHING that's yours. Required prints:
Printing should be completed by Friday. *End of Year Late Work Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm, Friday, June 7th |
Thurs (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Fri (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
You should be finished printing by the end of today. First make a proof (test print) on newsprint to test out your cardboard design. Complete 2 prints Final 1: Black ink on white paper Final 2. Any color ink on any color paper. Due: Two prints completed by the end of the period. Write your name on ALL your prints and keep them together until critique day on the 12th. *End of Year Late Work Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm TODAY. |
Week 36 (5/27 - 5/31)
Mon
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Tues (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Draw three things you did over the long weekend (not basic human needs like breath, sleep, etc.) Perspective Project: It is now time to transfer your design to an 8x10" cardboard. You can redraw your design onto the cardboard by hand or trace your design onto a new 8x10" piece of paper using a light box, then tape the copy to your cardboard and pierce along the lines with a pin to transfer your design. OR you can rub graphite (pencil) on the back, then retrace your lines to transfer the design in pencil to the cardboard. Turn in on the table by the end of the period: 1. Perspective Drawing (in sketchbook, 50 points) 2. Sketchbook (50 points:) *10 definitions *6 boxes (2 altered) in 1-point perspective * 6 boxes (2 altered) in 2-point perspective * Desert scene with railway tracks, fence, and posts *interior room with 3 furniture additions in correct 1 or 2pt perspective. *End of Year Late Work Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm, Friday, June 7th |
Weds (M)1, 3, 5, 7
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Thurs (E)2, 4, 6, w/ Assembly
Warm Up: What are you most looking forward to about summer? Perspective Project: Continue to transfer your design to cardboard and begin to build up a second layer on top or your pencil lines with carefully cut-out cardboard pieces. This will be a relief print, which means you will roll on ink to the raised surfaces you add to the base cardboard. Therefore, pay close attention to the detail and accuracy of the added materials. To cut out cardboard, use scissors. You can reuse your perspective drawing to poke holes through your cardboard pieces to create guides for where to cut. Incorporate variety of texture, value, proportion, etc. |
Fri (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Week 35 (5/20 - 5/24)
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Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: How are you feeling on a scale of 1-10 and why? Write your number, reason, and a descriptive adjective for how you feel. Project: Continue working on your original perspective design! Requirements: (see previous day posting) *End of Year Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm, Friday, June 7th |
Weds (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: "G.R.A.P.E.S" Write the letters G.R.A.P.E.S vertically in your sketchbook. Next to each letter, write about the following: G - someone you're grateful for. R - reflect on something you've recently learned or experienced. A - something you're apprehensive (anxious, worried, nervous) about. P - a recent time where you were there for a person who needed you. E - a time you've gone out of your way to eat with someone or shared an important moment with someone over food. S - take a moment to think about the people around you (in this and other classes, and life in general). What selfless act can do for one of them this week? -------------------- Intro Post Secret Project (Final)
Perspective Project: Last day in class to work on your original perspective design! Once your design is complete, use a light box to transfer it to a separate piece of 8x10" paper (to preserve your original). Requirements: (see previous day posting) Due at the beginning of next class: 1. Perspective Drawing (50 points, Presentation grade) 2. Sketchbook (50 points:) *10 definitions *6 boxes (2 altered) in 1-point perspective * 6 boxes (2 altered) in 2-point perspective * Desert scene with railway tracks, fence, and posts *interior room with 3 furniture additions in correct 1 or 2pt perspective. *End of Year Late Work Notes: No late work accepted from previous quarters, -10% per week late. No late work accepted after 2:35pm, Friday, June 7th |
Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 34 (5/13 - 5/17)
Mon (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: If you could redesign your bedroom, what would you put in it? Project: Practice drawing a simple bedroom in 2-point perspective. Add as many personal touches as you like, however, the room has needs to have a min. of 3 pieces of furniture in it, such as a bed, chair, shelf, etc. 
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Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Answer in your sketchbook: 1. How well do you feel you understand 2 point perspective? 2. What is difficult or what don't you understand about it? Finish your 2 point perspective room drawing from last class (bedroom with at least 3 pieces of furniture). If you're struggling, you may decide to switch to one point perspective instead. Refer to these tutorials if needed:When finished, begin a draft of your final composition: Project: Begin the design for this final class project on a 8" x 10" paper (preferably in your sketchbook). Once approved, you will transfer this design to cardboard (for printmaking). Requirements: *Real or Abstract *Organic or geometric *Original, creative design (no overused street or railway track images) *Follow good design, which means balanced composition, Rule of Thirds, etc. *Incl. fore-middle-and back-ground, which means vary sizes and use overlapping *Show perspective and begin with horizon line and 1 or 2 point persp. |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: How was the sub? What, if anything, didn't you finish from last class? Project: Begin the design for this final class project on a 8" x 10" paper (preferably in your sketchbook). Once approved, you will transfer this design to cardboard (for printmaking). Requirements: *Real or Abstract *Organic or geometric *Original, creative design (no overused street or railway track images) *Follow good design, which means balanced composition, Rule of Thirds, etc. *Incl. fore-middle-and back-ground, which means vary sizes and use overlapping *Show perspective and begin with horizon line and 1 or 2 point persp. |
Week 33 (5/6 - 5/10)
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Mon (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Mrs. MacKenzie @ CTE Goal Setting Meeting, DO Sub! Warm up: Define the following 5 terms in your sketchbook:
Finish 1 Point Perspective: Following this tutorial for reference, begin practicing 1-Point Perspective. In your sketchbook, draw 6 boxes (using the full page) 2 boxes above, 2 boxes below and 2 boxes located on the horizon line. Use 1- point perspective. After you completed 6 cubes/rectangles, alter two of the shapes into something recognizable within the space, (ex: TV, car, refrigerator, etc.) When finished: Following this tutorial, begin practicing 2-Point Perspective by drawing 6 boxes (using the full page in your sketchbook) 2 boxes above, 2 boxes below and 2 boxes located on the horizon line. After you completed 6 cubes/rectangles, alter two of the shapes into something recognizable within the space. |
Weds (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: What's the biggest thing happening in your life right now? Draw it. Project: Practice railway tracks in correct 1-Point Perspective. Practice at least 3 other objects in correct perspective, related to the landscape with tracks, consider poles, fence, buildings, etc. How to evenly space fence posts / railway tracks in perspective. |
Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 32 (4/29 - 5/3)
Mon (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
No warm up; time to work on project while I keep grading sketchbooks! Last day to work on landscape! Check over these things:
DUE Weds, MAY 1st - Critique |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
No warm up! Get project out and clean off desk for peer critique. *Put your name on your packet but turn to the peer feedback page and leave it next to your work on your desk. Turn in by end of period:
Color Wheel / Color Scheme Chart / *More examples of color schemes If you need time to finish your work, use it. If your piece is finished (and dry) stack your critique and photo on top, and turn in at my desk. When completely finished, you may do a personal project, read, or do other work but no phones. |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (A)2, 4, 6, Early Out
Sub! Warm up: Define the following 5 terms in your sketchbook:
Watch Abstract Episode 4: Bjarke Ingels; fill out movie reflection. *Sub notes: Didn't finish:* Project: Following this tutorial for reference, begin practicing 1-Point Perspective. In your sketchbook, draw 6 boxes (using the full page) 2 boxes above, 2 boxes below and 2 boxes located on the horizon line. Use 1- point perspective. After you completed 6 cubes/rectangles, alter two of the shapes into something recognizable within the space, (ex: TV, car, refrigerator, etc.) |
Week 31 (4/22 - 4/26)
Mon (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Tues (C)2e. 4e, 6e
No warm up while I grade sketchbooks. Continue painting your landscape with acrylic. Here are some tips to remember: * Choose your color scheme wisely *Keep a consistent brushstroke technique *Paint top to bottom, back to front, distance to close-up. *Layer, layer, layer *Don't forget the usual important considerations, like values, sizes, details. Use this handout as needed. Due Weds. May 1 (3 days to work including today) |
Weds (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Thurs (B)2, 4, 6, 7
No warm up while I grade sketchbooks. Continue painting your landscape with acrylic. Here are some tips to remember: * Choose your color scheme wisely *Keep a consistent brushstroke technique *Paint top to bottom, back to front, distance to close-up. *Layer, layer, layer *Don't forget the usual important considerations, like values, sizes, details. Use this handout as needed. Due Weds. May 1 (2 days to work including today) |
Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
Mrs. MacKenzie at a conference! Please be excellent for the sub! |
Week 30 (4/15 - 4/19)
Mon (A)2, 4, 6 Early Out
Warm Up: Draw 4 things you did over break (try to avoid bodily necessities like breath, eat, etc) Due: Picture of landscape (email to teacher or bring in hardcopy!) Project: Get paints and news print for under sketchbook. Finish blended value scales: 1.Dark blue to white 2. Dark red to light yellow 3. Dark green to light blue 4. Dark brown to beige When finished, show me your landscape photo and begin gridding it with a 3x3 grid. Divide each side by 3 to create a 9 square grid. This Wednesday: LCC ART SHOWCASE, Opening reception 4:30-6:30pm Extra Credit for attending! |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: What does Fauves or Fauvism mean? Why were many Post-Impressionists called by that name? Project: Continue to draw and transfer the 3 x 3 grid from your photo to the painting paper grid. Use this handout as needed. LCC ART SHOWCASE, Opening reception 4:30-6:30pm Extra Credit for attending! |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: What is atmospheric perspective? Why is it important to know to create a successful landscape painting? Project: Finish drawing your basic outlines onto the final painting paper and begin painting. Start with the distance (top of page) first, then middle, then foreground. Pour your own paints but only use a little at a time (size of a dime) and ONE paper plate (careful not to grab several). Begin or continue painting your landscape with acrylic. Here are some tips to remember: * Choose your color scheme wisely *Keep a consistent brushstroke technique *Paint top to bottom, back to front, distance to close-up. *Layer, layer, layer *Don't forget the usual important considerations, like values, sizes, details (how many colors do you see in a cloud? Hint: There are more than blue and white) Due: Sketchbook *7 Definitions (4/2) (Acrylic, Analogous, Complementary, Intensity, Blending, Texture, Impasto) (14 points) *Brush Care Instructions (4/4) * 4 Value scales (4/4, 40 points) *Landscape & Fauvism Questions (4/2, 5 questions: 4 objects, 4 genres, US landscape paintings, French Impressionism, Fauves) (20 points) *Atmospheric Perspective (4/19) 
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Week 29 (4/1 - 4/5)
Monday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Tuesday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e Mrs. MacKenzie at a conference! Please be excellent for the sub! Warm Up: Use this handout to define the following in your sketchbook:
Answer Landscape & Fauvism Questions from handout in your sketchbook. Homework: A landscape photo of your choice. It can be a photo of yours or someone else's, from online or a magazine. Please bring a hard copy of the photo next class, or email it to me and I will try to print it. It does NOT have to be printed in color. Type in the email subject line: P2 Landscape |
Wednesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thursday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw and label brush diagram. Copy brush care instructions: 1. NEVER let acrylic paint dry on a paintbrush. 2. Don't get paint on the ferrule. 3. Don't rest the paintbrush with bristles down in a cup of water. 4. Emergency? Wash the brush before leaving. 5. Use one brush only and rinse between colors. 6. To clean, gently swirl the brush against a palm under running water until the water runs clear. 7. I am assigned one specific brush according to my number on the class roster. I will use only this brush. 8. I am responsible for returning my brush clean and in good condition daily before leaving class. It should not leave any color when wiped on a paper towel. 9. Be careful with paint and immediately clean spills or smudges to avoid ruining clothes or belongings. 10. Following these instructions carefully will ensure my brush lasts and that I respect our classroom, my classmates, and our shared materials. *Learn to set up a color palette *Create 4 Value scales (5 sections each) 1.Dark blue to white 2. Dark red to light yellow 3. Dark green to light blue 4. Dark brown to beige *Create 4 blended value scales with the combinations listed above...transitions between colors/sections should not be visible! ( Example tutorial for absent students) Take a landscape photo over break (if you haven't already picked one out) and print it (or email to me) for next class. Due by the end of class: 7 definitions 8 value scales in color 
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Friday (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Week 28 (3/25 - 3/29)
Mon (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Find and label the following items in your sketchbook. Make sure they're easy to find, otherwise fold the corner of the page or mark the page somehow. Sketchbooks due: *Cubism Critique (10) *proportions of the face (10 ) *Sharbat Gula Article (10) *Eye with charcoal (20) *Microexpressions (20) *2 Noses and 2 mouths (20) *Face from multiple angles (10) -------------------------- Continue working on charcoal self-portrait project, paying close attention to detail, eliminate all outlines... Follow these instructions. When completed, add a background (black, gradation of grays, etc. Not adding a background will affect your overall grade. DUE MARCH 29th - Critique |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
No warm up; time to work on project while I keep grading sketchbook! Continue working on charcoal self-portrait project, paying close attention to detail, eliminate all outlines... Follow these instructions. When completed, add a background (black, gradation of grays, etc. Not adding a background will affect your overall grade. Project: Last day in class to work on the charcoal self-portrait project, paying close attention to detail, eliminate all outlines... follow these instructions. When completed, add a background (black, gradation of grays, etc.) Not adding a background will affect your overall grade. Spray with fixative to finalize piece and keep charcoal from smudging. |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (A)2, 4, 6, Early Out
No warm up! Self directed critique. Turn in by end of period:
If you need time to finish your work, use it. If your piece is finished, tape newsprint over top to protect it, stack your critique and photo on top, and turn in at my desk. When completely finished, you may do a personal project, read, or do other work but no phones. Homework: Find or photograph a picture of a landscape to bring with you nfor next class. Either email to me or print at home/bring a hard copy. Remember composition techniques like rule of thirds, focal point, etc. |
Week 27 (3/18 - 3/22)
Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
NEW SEATS! Warm Up: If you could invent a high school class, what would it be, what would it teach, and why? Draw it. Finish grid on photo (1/2") and grid on drawing paper (1") with thin clean lines. Continue LIGHTLY transferring details from portrait photo one square at a time onto final paper. Do not press hard! Lines must be erased on final. Once all details are traced carefully, you may begin adding charcoal. Start from the center out (to avoid smudging) and use the paintbrush for ALL smooth curves and shading on face. Detailed lines and areas should be done after shadows have been built up with the paintbrush. Refer to project handout. Mouth/teeth tutorial resources Hair DUE MARCH 29th - Critique |
Weds (M)1, 3, 5, 7
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Thurs (E)2, 4, Assembly, 6
Warm Up: Free draw Project: Finish tracing face and basic details onto gridded final paper. Once all details are traced carefully, you may begin adding charcoal. Start from the center out (to avoid smudging) and use the paintbrush for ALL smooth curves and shading on face. Detailed lines and areas should be done after shadows have been built up with the paintbrush. Pay close attention to detail; build up form/volume with shading, eliminate all outlines! Refer to project handout. DUE MARCH 29th - Critique |
Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 26 (3/11 - 3/15)
Mond (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Draw three things you did over the weekend. Finish any exercises from last class while portraits are reprinted. Begin griding over portrait photo |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw a memorable scene from the last movie, show, or book you saw. Continue gridding portrait
Begin gridding final draft paper when ready:
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Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw your pet peeve. Continue gridding portrait and final paper. Portrait photo:
Begin LIGHTLY transferring details from portrait photo one square at a time onto final paper. |
Week 25 (3/4 - 3/8)
Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7 Warm up 2: Read this article and answer in your sketchbook. 1. What are Microexpressions and why can they not be faked? (4) 2. Why is it beneficial to be able to read Microexpressions? (2) 3. List all 7 Microexpressions and at least 2 facial signs for each. (21) Example:
4. How can you see the difference between a real and fake happiness expression? (3) Finish charcoal eye sketch using this tutorial. Project: Drawing and shading of nose (2, different angles) and mouth (2 different angles) with PencilNext class: be ready to take poortrait photo. |
Weds (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
MacKenzie out sick. Ms. Solomon subbing! Warm Up: Write down what you need to accomplish in class today:
Kelly (TA) will begin shooting everyone's portrait photo. Everyone must be photographed by the end of the period. In sketchbook, about 4x5", in pencil, by end of class:
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Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 24 (2/25 - 2/29)
Mond (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
No Warm up; No sketchbook needed; just work time to finish project for nest class. Continue Cubism Project (due 2/27): Putting it all together! You will be graded on neutral Cubist color scheme, fractured views of same objects, Rule of Thirds composition, contrast in size and values, unity through repetition, neatness and craftsmanship, and filling the entire paper. Collage needs to show the following concrete visual elements:
Start with 12x18 drawing paper. Using a ruler, draw 5 lines going diagonally at different angles. These will form the foundation of your composition so think carefully about line placement. Add smaller lines between the 5 major ones to add interest to composition and divide excessively large areas. Be careful not to add TOO many lines though or cutting and assembling your piece will take forever. Consider variety from section to section; don't put two fragments from the same piece right next to each other. Place focal points strategically throughout composition. Try to "reassemble" the objects from fragments of different angles and techniques, adding calligraphy and wood pieces to break it up in places. |
Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
No Warm up 15 minutes to prepare project for critique Cubism Project Critique Remaining time to incorporate feedback into project or start on Expressive Charcoal Portrait Project:
Resources: Portraits: Proportions & Features |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm up: Read the following article (wiki) or this one (Nat Geo) and answer the following questions: 1. Who is the girl in the photo? (2) 2. Who is the photographer and why did he take the photo? (4) 3. Briefly tell her story (3 sentences min.) (6) 4. Why do you think this image is famous? (4) 5. In your opinion, what makes a memorable portrait? (4) Review Proportions of the face Face from any angle *draw what you SEE, not what you remember or imagine or THINK an eye/nose/mouth looks like. Project: Drawing a realistic eye with charcoal, using this tutorial. Use an entire page in your sketchbook! Homework (in pencil):
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Week 23 (2/18 - 2/22)
MonNo School
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw an object that's important to you. Now draw 5 diagonal lines through it in different directions. Continue Cubism Project: Putting it all together! You will be graded on neutral Cubist color scheme, fractured views of same objects, Rule of Thirds composition, contrast in size and values, unity through repetition, neatness and craftsmanship, and filling the entire paper. Collage needs to show the following concrete visual elements: - 2 Watercolor Techniques with neutral color scheme - 2 Broadside technique pencil drawings, multiple views of same object - 1 Crosshatch technique, black on watercolor paper -1 Color pencil drawing on printed material - Wood texture - Calligraphy (1 paragraph, min. 2 large letters) Start with 12x18 drawing paper. Using a ruler, draw 5 lines going diagonally at different angles. These will form the foundation of your composition so think carefully about line placement. Once lines are drawn, use light boxes or windows to visualize fragments of your objects in each facet created by the intersecting lines. Try for variety from section to section; don't put two fragments from the same piece right next to each other. Consider which pieces will become focal points and make sure they are spread thoughtfully throughout the piece. Try to "reassemble" the objects from fragments of different angles and techniques, adding calligraphy and wood pieces to break it up in places. 
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Weds (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Go through your sketchbook clearly number and label all of the following. When finished, turn in at my desk.
Continue Cubism Project (due 2/27): Putting it all together! You will be graded on neutral Cubist color scheme, fractured views of same objects, Rule of Thirds composition, contrast in size and values, unity through repetition, neatness and craftsmanship, and filling the entire paper. Collage needs to show the following concrete visual elements:
Start with 12x18 drawing paper. Using a ruler, draw 5 lines going diagonally at different angles. These will form the foundation of your composition so think carefully about line placement. Add smaller lines between the 5 major ones to add interest to composition and divide excessively large areas. Be careful not to add TOO many lines though or cutting and assembling your piece will take forever. Consider variety from section to section; don't put two fragments from the same piece right next to each other. Place focal points strategically throughout composition. Try to "reassemble" the objects from fragments of different angles and techniques, adding calligraphy and wood pieces to break it up in places. 
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Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 22 (2/11 - 2/15)
Mon (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Draw the highlight of your weekend. Continue Cubism Project: 1. Wood Texture: Create 8”x10” or larger wood texture swatch in your sketchbook. Use this video for Wood texture drawing instructions. Fill in entire page! Optional: Add natural/neutral wood color with colored pencil. 2. Begin Calligraphy letters. Demo: pen use and care, calligraphy basics Complete calligraphy practice in sketchbook. Gothic calligraphy practice sheet 
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Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: How did you feel about calligraphy last class? Did you enjoy it? Why or why not? What was difficult? Continue Cubism Project: Add hand-written journal writing to your collage. This writing needs to show at least 3 approximately 2 inch minimum calligraphy additions at the beginning of a new paragraph. Use the samples to trace, if needed. Your writing can be about anything you choose (school appropriate) or in another language. However, it needs to be neatly spaced; use light boxes with lined paper underneath or pencil lines as guides. May be done in sketchbook, on watercolor paper (if you have extra) or on a subtle printed background like a magazine image without distracting detail. 
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Thurs (A)1, 3, 5, Early Out
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FriNo School
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Week 21 (2/4 - 2/8)
Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up (for SB grade): Use Cubism handout: 1. What was the first Cubist artwork? 2. What is shown? 3. What influenced Picasso? 4. List 3 characteristics. Due at the end of today's period: Complete 2 separate drawings of one still-life object of your choice from very different angles for your final project.
Angle #2: broadside shading on one of your watercolor backgrounds. Save drawing in a ziplock bag or secure inside your sketchbook (label all drawings with your name).
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Weds (E)1, 3, Assembly, 5
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Thurs (M)2e, 4e, 6e, 7
Warm Up: What's your favorite kind of theme park ride or game? (If you haven't been to or don't like theme parks, free draw). Cubism Project Choose one new object (from the still life or one of your own objects) and draw it on water-colored paper with Sharpie and cross-hatch technique, min. 6". Draw the same object again from a different angle and with colored pencil on printed background. Save in storage bag or sketchbook . 4 drawings due by end of class:
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Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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1. Cubism Paragraph (what, where, who, etc.)
2. Object Drawings (2 objects, 3 sketches each) |
3. Cubist art characteristics (5 bullet points)
4. Picasso and his art (4 questions) |
Week 20 (1/28 - 2/1)
MonNo School
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TuesTeacher In Service
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Weds (F)1, 3, B, 5, 2, Lunch, 4, 6, 7
Warm up: draw 4 things you did over the 4 day weekend. Reminder: sketchbook work should be in chronological order! For SB grade: Watch this video and use this Cubism handout. Write one 5 to 6 sentence paragraph answering these questions about Cubism in your sketchbook:
HW: Bring in 2 interesting objects from home that represent you in some way. NO phones, ipods, or flat boring shapes. |
Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Frid (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Announcements: New phone slot numbers Professionalism Reminder Warm Up (for SB grade): Use Cubism handout *Write 5 bullet points:
Intro Cubism Project: Demo lifting out with plastic wrap; revised technique Prepare four separate sheets of 9"x6" papers as backgrounds for future drawings for the Cubist Project. Use watercolor and stick to one muted/neutral color with numerous light values and textures (salt, lifting out with paper towel or plastic wrap). Use only neutral colors (mix two complementary colors) and plenty of water. Practice sketches of object in sketchbook. Quick, explore objects and get a feel for them before drawing your final versions. 2 objects, 3 sketches each. Check personal objects brought in 
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Sketch Book 3 Items List so far:
1. Cubism Paragraph (what, where, who, etc.)
2. Object Drawings (2 objects, 3 sketches each)
1. Cubism Paragraph (what, where, who, etc.)
2. Object Drawings (2 objects, 3 sketches each)
Week 19 (1/21 - 1/25)
MondayNo School
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Tuesday (L)1, 3, 5
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Wednesday (L)2, 4, 6
Warm Up: How did you celebrate Martin Luther King JR Day? Draw something you did Monday. Review Still Life Rubric Finish Still Life by next class |
Thursday (L)1, 3, 5
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Friday (L)2, 4, 6
Warm Up: How will you celebrate the end of the semester? *do on scratch paper if you turned your SB in last class* 30 mins of work time. When finished, use spray fixative to seal your work. Start Critique:
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Week 18 (1/14 - 1/18)
Mon (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Tues (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Draw a scene from the last movie you watched. Continue working on the final 12 x 18 paper. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, spacial relationships and contrast of values between objects. Tips:
Sketchbook due for 50 points: 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 points) Check Still Life Rubric. |
Wedn (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: draw how you're feeling about finals. Reminders:
Continue working on the final 12 x 18 paper. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, spacial relationships and contrast of values between objects. Tips:
Sketchbook due for 50 points: 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 pts) Check Still Life Rubric. |
Fri (K)7e, 1, 3, 5, Lunch, 2, 4, 6
No warm up today! Just work time. Sketchbooks due. Short time to work on Still Life. |
Week 17 (1/7 - 1/11)
Mond (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: draw the best and worst part of your winter break. Continue working on the 12 x 18 rough draft paper. Look at the real life still life more often than your paper while you draw. Use loose, light pencil marks to work out proportions, then commit to darker lines. Sight measure to get correct proportions. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, and spacial relationships between objects. If the proportions are accurate and your rough draft is approved, choose the color for your final paper and transfer your drawing with vine charcoal, not pencil! Come to me for final paper when rough draft is complete. Once you're done with thumbnails, turn in your Sketchbook (50 points): 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 points) Check Still Life Rubric. 
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Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw the last thing that made you laugh hard. Continue working on the final 12 x 18 paper. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, spacial relationships and contrast of values between objects. Tips:
Sketchbook due for 50 points: 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 pts) Check Still Life Rubric. 
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Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Frid (B)2, 4, 6, 7
SUB! Mrs. MacKenzie at Workshop Warm Up: Draw the first letter of you name in 5 different styles. Continue working on the final 12 x 18 paper. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, spacial relationships and contrast of values between objects. Tips:
Sketchbook due for 50 points: 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 points) Check Still Life Rubric. |
Week 16 (12/17 - 12/21)
Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: What is your favorite holiday? Draw some traditions you like about that holiday. Review Viewfinder and sight measuring demo. Demo basic grid for rough draft. Thumbnail Sketches: Draw three 2"x 3" rectangles in your sketchbook. Using the viewfinder (hold it steady vertically or horizontally) pick 3 potential successful compositions of the still-life from your seat to draw inside the rectangle frames. Use pencil and methods demonstrated in class for accurate sizes and relationships of objects. Careful: You should have a minimum of 5 objects in your drawing! Don't forget the Composition Commandments when picking your thumbnail compositions. When thumbnails are finished, see me for feedback and thumbnail approval before beginning rough draft on 12x18 paper. Sketchbook due by 12/20 (50 pts) 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 points) 
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Weds (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw one physical object and one non-material thing you wish for. Continue working on on the thumbnail sketches if not finished. Once approved, transfer thumbnail to the 12 x 18 rough paper using a simple grid. Pay close attention to correct proportions, scale, and spacial relationships between objects. 
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Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 15 (12/10 - 12/14)
Mond (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: draw the ingredients of your favorite meal. Demo how to use charcoal pencil, kneaded eraser, and blending stump correctly. Practice shading geometric objects using charcoal. Use this handout and draw the objects into your sketchbook. Be especially aware of light source direction. When finished, begin tracing this handout in your sketchbook, or build models to create your own scene to trace. Shade according to instructions and with a clear light source. 
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Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw your favorite place to visit. Finish shading geometric forms from this handout from last class. 1. Complete a 5 value scale using charcoal pencil 2. Using this handout , draw the remaining objects into your sketchbook. Shade using charcoal and with a clear, consistent light source. Careful: Charcoal can show up very dark, very quickly. Press lightly to achieve at least 5 values. 
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Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Frid (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Pick 5 "Composition Commandments" to copy into sketchbook with drawings. Finish shading charcoal still life practice. Viewfinder and sight measuring demo *mention still life seats
Careful: You should have a minimum of 5 objects in your drawing! Don't forget the "Composition Commandments" when picking your thumbnail compositions. Looking ahead: Sketchbook due for 50 points: 1. 5 Value Scales (10 pts) 2. 5 Shaded Geometric Forms (10 pts) 3. Charcoal still life practice (10 pts) 4. 5 Composition Commandments (10 pts) 5. 3 Composition thumbnails (10 points) 
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Week 14 (12/3 - 12/7)
Monday (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tuesday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: draw you doing something you consider to be "outside your comfort zone" Kaleidoscope Project Due - Peer feedback at table in sketchbook - Self Evaluation Rubric - Self Critique & Reflection To turn in: Paperclip ALL to the left (short) side of your project. Stack neatly on my desk. Regrades due: 12/14 Pass back E&P Project |
Wednesday (E)1, 3, Assembly, 5
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Thursday (M)2e, 4e, 6e, 7
Warm Up: Draw your first childhood memory. Project: Value Scale (4 methods of shading). Use this value scale handout and/or copy the scales into your sketchbook. Follow teacher instructions for correct shading techniques. 
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Friday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 13 (11/26 - 11/30)
Mon (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw 3 things you did over break (not necessities like sleeping and breathing) Contour Kaleidoscope Project: Continue watercolor skills practice:
Follow the instructions on your Contour Kaleidoscope Project handout! Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations. 
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Tues (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Weds (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: draw a tool you've used before (yard tool, powertool, art supply, etc). Contour Kaleidoscope Project Finish watercolor skills practice and turn in to me (with name and period on back):
Choose a color scheme to paint in for your project. Now add watercolor to the background in every "wedge." This will ensure that colors do not run together. Use a color scheme and use watercolors with light values and plenty of water!Try a technique from your worksheet completed last class! Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations.
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Thurs (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Fri (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw yourself as a zoo animal (with personality; would you be running around or sleeping in a corner?) Contour Kaleidoscope Project: (UPDATE: due beginning of class 12/4) Follow the instructions on your Contour Kaleidoscope Project handout! Choose a color scheme to paint in for your project. Now add watercolor to the background in every "wedge." This will ensure that colors do not run together. Pause or paint other parts of your project that don't share sides with wet paint so your colors don't bleed together. Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations.
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Week 12 (11/12 - 11/16)
MonVeteran's Day - No School
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Tues (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: draw 2 things you did this weekend. Announcements:
Continue transferring contour drawings to pie slice (2 dif. compositions). Meet with me for feedback and pie slice approval. Once approved, begin tracing and reflecting onto final paper. Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations. 
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Wed (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw your favorite thanksgiving foods. Announcements:
Continue working on the large watercolor paper, retracing the pie slice by flipping it over for every "slice" to create a mirror image and eventually filling in an entire circle. Follow the instructions on your Contour Kaleidoscope Project handout! Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations. Begin watercolor skills practice.
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Fri (A)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 11 (11/4 - 11/8)
Mon (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tues (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw what you did or dressed up as for Halloween. Announcements:
Review hand sketches. Discuss/demo contour line. Draw your object from home in 3 different angles in sketchbook. 
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Wed (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thurs (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw a quick contour line drawing of the shoes you're wearing right now! Reminders: Any missing grid squares, sketchbooks, projects need to be turned in ASAP! Contour Kaleidoscope Project: Class: Finish contour drawings of objects. Pick 2-3 of your favorite angles of the object to refine and copy into your pie slice. You will make two different compositions (2 pie slices) and we will choose the best one to sharpie and transfer to the final. They should go off the edges on all sides. Refer to Contour Kaleidoscope Rubric for project expectations. 
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Fri (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 10 (10/29 - 11/2)
Monday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Inktober! Day 29: Double Work on 6x6 square
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Tuesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Wednesday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Inktober! Day 31: Slice Rough draft check by end of class. Begin final 6x6. DUE Nov. 6. Regrades: work on project if/when finished. Due next class. |
Thursday (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Friday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Sub! Mrs. MacKenzie at Journalism Convention. Warm Up: Draw two different views of the same object from memory (Ex: a dog from the side and from above) 1. Finish final draft of 6x6 collaboration square. Glue down carefully on correct grid space when finished. 2. Complete 3 contour line drawings (outlines only, no shading) of your hand in different positions. Watch video tutorial on phone for instructions. 10 points presentation grade. Extra credit if finished and turned in to box on desk by the end of the period. E&P Project Regrades: due in flat drawer by end of class period. HOMEWORK: * bring in small object brought from home for next class. Good choices: Small toy or sculpture/figurine/perfume bottle, small organic object, e.g. silk flower, branch with leaves, shoe, tool, etc. Items not suitable: Fresh items, such as fresh flowers, fruit, etc. Any item with "boring" surfaces, such as phone, keys, ID cards, tennis or other balls. Items too expensive or small, such as jewelry. Due:
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Week 9 (10/22 - 10/26)
Monday (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tuesday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Inktober! Day 23: Muddy How to Critique Gallery Walk Warm/cool feedback Self Critique & Reflection |
Wednesday (E)1, 3, Assembly, 5
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Thursday (M)2e, 4e, 6e, 7
7:40 - 9:20 Warm Up: Inktober! Day 25: Prickly Self Critique & Reflection Begin Collaborative Zendoodle!
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Friday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 8 (10/15 - 10/19)
Monday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up: Inktober Day 15: Weak Elements & Principles Project: Transition to 12x18 final paper. Refer to Project Rubric for project requirements. -------------- When finished with rough draft, show me for feedback and final paper. Use a lightbox to trace or do your final from scratch, using rough draft as a reference. Do final LIGHTLY in pencil first, then trace with sharpie and erase pencil last.
Last day to work on project in class: October 19. Due beginning of class October 23. |
Tuesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Wednesday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Inktober! Day 17: Swollen Elements & Principles Project: Continue work on 12x18 final draft. Refer to Project Rubric for project requirements. -------------- When finished with rough draft, show me for feedback and final paper. Use a lightbox to trace or do your final from scratch, using rough draft as a reference. Do final LIGHTLY in pencil first, then trace with sharpie and erase pencil last.
Last day to work on project in class: October 19. Due beginning of class October 23. |
Thursday (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Friday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Inktober Day 19: Scorched TODAY last day to work on project in class! Elements & Principles Project: Continue work on 12x18 final draft. Refer to Project Rubric for project requirements. -------------- When finished with rough draft, show me for feedback and final paper. Use a lightbox to trace or do your final from scratch, using rough draft as a reference. Do final LIGHTLY in pencil first, then trace with sharpie and erase pencil last.
Last day to work on project in class: October 19. Due beginning of class October 23. |
Week 7 (10/8 - 10/12)
Monday (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tuesday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Inktober Day 9: Precious *should be finished with thumbnails Elements & Principles Project Continue working on rough draft on 12x18 inch newsprint.
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Wednesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thursday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Inktober Day 11: Cruel Elements & Principles Project: Continue working on rough draft on 12x18 newsprint. Refer to Project Rubric to understand project requirements. *aim to finish rough draft by end of this week. Looking ahead: Last day to work on project in class: October 19. Due beginning of class October 23. When finished with rough draft, show me for feedback and final paper. Use a lightbox to trace or do your final from scratch, using rough draft as a reference. Do final LIGHTLY in pencil first, then trace with sharpie and erase pencil last.
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Friday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 6 (10/1 - 10/5)
Monday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm up: Draw things you're looking forward to in October. *SBs not graded yet, return them to the shelf after warm up please! Begin Elements & Principles Project
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Tuesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Wednesday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Introduce Inktober! Day 3: Roasted Elements & Principles Project
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Thursday (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Friday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Inktober Day 5: Chicken Elements & Principles Project
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Week 5 (9/24 - 9/28)
Monday (A)1, 3, 5 Early Out
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Tuesday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: If you were a super hero, what would your power be? Elements & Principles of Art Packet
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Wednesday (E)1, 3, Assembly, 5
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Thursday (M)2e, 4e, 6e, 7
Warm up: design a sign (bonus: and a mascot) for a theme park based on an interest or hobby of yours (ex: unicorn land). Finish Elements & Principles of Art Packet exercises. Sketchbooks due at end of class. |
Friday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 4 (9/17 - 9/14)
Monday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm up: Draw 2 things you did over the weekend. Elements & Principles of Art
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Tuesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Wednesday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw a character from your favorite book, movie, or show. Elements & Principles of Art
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Thursday (B) |
Friday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: Draw your family in honor of back to school night. Elements & Principles of Art
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Week 3 (9/10 - 9/14)
MondayNo school - Labor Day
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Tuesday (B)2, 4, 6, 7
Warm Up: draw one good thing that happened to you recently! Elements & Principles of Art
5 minute break 1/2 way through |
Wednesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thursday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: draw your favorite season. Include in your drawing what makes it your favorite season. Elements & Principles of Art
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Friday (D)1, 3, 5, 7e
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Week 2 (9/3 - 9/7)
MondayNo school - Labor Day
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Tuesday (D)2, 4, 6, 7e
Warm Up 9/4: What are the natural elements? Draw or write them in your sketchbook. Collect syllabus Animal personality posters 5 minute break (phones allowed, must sign out if leaving room, be back ON TIME) Elements of Art - definitions in sketchbook |
Wednesday (C)1e, 3e, 5e
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Thursday (C)2e, 4e, 6e
Warm Up: Draw your favorite food. Elements of Art (Do pages 1-4 in sketchbook)
Homework: Any unfinished exercises or pages of packet Looking ahead: Elements of Art:
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Friday (B)1, 3, 5, 7
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Week 1 (8/27 - 8/31)
MondayNo school
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Tuesday (F)1, 3, B, 5, 2, Lunch, 4, 6, 7
Welcome! Please find your seat. Hand out syllabus, quick class routines *Getting to know you...fill out this handout and share with the students at your table. *In your table group, read all Famous Art Quotes and pick the quote that all of you agree on. Share why this quote spoke to you the most. What does it mean to you as an individual and as a group? Write this on your handout. Turn in handout at the end of the period. Homework: Write down supplies you need for next class meeting:
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Wednesday (K)1, 3, 5 Assembly (E)
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Thursday (L)2, 4, 6, Assembly (E)
Warm up: Comfort quick write Class Code poster Hand out rest of syllabi Scavenger hunt Animal Personality test Homework: Due Tuesday Get syllabus signed and class materials over weekend. |
Friday (L)1, 3, 5, 7E (D)
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