Third Assignment for 2nd & 3rd Grade

Monet Reflections

Objective: Students will draw their last landscape inspired by Monet and the Impressionists.

Materials: pencils and paper, chalk pastels, Impressionist prints.

Procedure: First, students will find the Horizon line on the Impressionist landscapes. Next we will focus on the reflections found in the paintings. We will draw our own landscape at the BOTTOM of a piece of construction paper. We will color them in with chalk pastels. We glue our pictures to a bigger piece of paper, fold and rub; creating a “reflection” on our bigger piece of paper.

Vocabulary: line   color   shape   space   texture   value   form   perspective   linear perspective   vertical   horizontal   diagonal   vanishing point   horizon  

Assessment: A=follows ALL instructions (or does more) with great craftsmanshipB=follows MOST instructions with good craftsmanship C=follows SOME instructions with good craftsmanship D=does little work/ poor effort F=does NO work

Standards:

VA.2.C.1.2Reflect on and discuss various possible meanings in works of art.

VA.2.C.2.1Use appropriate decision-making skills to meet intended artistic objectives.

VA.2.C.2.3Use suggestions from others to modify the structural elements of art.

VA.2.F.3.3Use time effectively while focused on art production to show early development of 21st-century skills.

VA.2.O.1.1Employ structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal work to develop awareness of the creative process.

VA.2.S.1.1Experiment with tools and techniques as part of art-making processes.

VA.2.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire expression of personal ideas and experiences in works of art.

VA.2.S.1.3Explore art from different time periods and cultures as sources for inspiration.

VA.2.S.2.1Develop artistic skills through repeated experiences with art media, techniques, processes, and tools.

VA.2.S.2.2Follow sequential procedures focused on art production.

VA.2.S.3.1Manipulate art materials and refine techniques to create two- and/or three-dimensional personal works.

VA.2.S.3.2Demonstrate growth in craftsmanship through purposeful practice.

VA.2.S.3.4Describe the differences between using one’s own ideas, using someone else’s ideas as one’s own, and drawing inspiration from the works of others.

VA.3.C.1.2Reflect on and interpret works of art, using observation skills, prior knowledge, and experience.

VA.3.C.2.1Assess personal artworks for completeness and success in meeting intended objectives.

VA.3.C.2.2Compare techniques used by peers and established artists as a basis for improving one’s own work.

VA.3.C.2.3Use constructive criticism to improve artwork.

VA.3.C.3.1Critique one’s own and others’ artworks, and identify the use of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.

VA.3.F.3.3Demonstrate the skills needed to complete artwork in a timely manner, demonstrating perseverance and development of 21st-century skills.

VA.3.H.2.3Describe various venues in which artwork is on display for public viewing.

VA.3.O.1.1Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.

VA.3.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.

VA.3.S.1.3Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.

VA.3.S.1.4Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.

VA.3.S.2.1Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve and artistic goal.

VA.3.S.2.2Follow procedures, focusing on the art-making process.

VA.3.S.3.1Use materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.3.S.3.2Develop craftsmanship skills through repeated practice.

VA.3.S.3.3Work within safety guidelines while using tools, media, techniques, and processes.

Third Assignment for K&1st

Paint Paul Klee Shapes

Objective: Students will paint over their shapes with the opposite color family (warm/cool)

Materials: crayon pictures, paint

Procedure: students will paint the entire sheet of paper with color.

Assessment: The entire paper should be colored. Partial paper is partial credit.

Standards: VA.A.1.1.2 uses art materials and tools to develop basic processes and motor skills, in a safe and responsible manner.

Standards: VA.K.C.2.2Identify media used by self or peers.

VA.K.F.1.1Experiment with art media for personal satisfaction and perceptual awareness.

VA.K.H.1.2Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.

VA.K.H.2.3Describe where artwork is displayed in school or other places.

VA.K.O.1.1Explore the placement of the structural elements of art in personal works of art.

VA.K.O.2.1Generate ideas and images for artworks based on memory, imagination, and experiences.

VA.K.S.1.1Explore art processes and media to produce artworks.

VA.K.S.2.2Describe the steps used in art production.

VA.K.S.3.1Develop artistic skills through the repeated use of tools, processes, and media.

VA.K.S.3.2Practice skills to develop craftsmanship

VA.K.S.3.3Handle art tools and media safely in the art room.

VA.1.C.1.2Gather clues to help interpret and reflect on works of art.

VA.1.C.2.1Describe visual imagery used to complete artwork.

VA.1.C.2.2Use various media or techniques to learn how changes affect the completed artwork.

VA.1.F.1.1Use various art media and real or imaginary choices to create artwork.

VA.1.F.1.2Identify how classmates solve artistic problems.

VA.1.F.3.2Follow directions for completing classroom tasks in a specified timeframe to show early development of 21st-century skills.

VA.1.H.2.3Identify places in which artworks may be viewed by others.

VA.1.O.1.1Identify and use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.

VA.1.S.1.1Experiment with art processes and media to express ideas.

VA.1.S.2.1Practice correct use of tools with various art media, techniques, and processes.

VA.1.S.2.2Describe the steps used in art production.

VA.1.S.3.1Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and/or three-dimensional media.

VA.1.S.3.2Discuss the qualities of good craftsmanship.

VA.1.S.3.3Demonstrate safety procedures for using art tools and materials.

Second Assignment for 4th & 5th Grade

Caveman Art (Summer Vacation)  

Objective: Students will create a minimalist abstract picture in the style of Cave Art.

Materials: construction paper, Mondrian prints, crayons, glue

Procedure: This is our first assignment of the school year. I will discuss rules and procedures of the art room at the beginning of class. I will spend the rest of the first class discussing abstract art and the principles of abstract art. We will discuss the difference s between sloppy work and abstract work. During the rest of the instructional time we will all make a minimalist abstract picture in the style of Cave Art. Students will draw a minimum of six lines and a maximum of 9 lines across their paper. During the second part of the assignment (week 2) students will color two shapes on their paper red, two yellow, and two blue. They will finish the assignment by gluing thin black construction paper “lines” over their pencil lines from the previous week.

Assessment: A=follows ALL instructions (or does more) with great craftsmanshipB=follows MOST instructions with good craftsmanship C=follows SOME instructions with good craftsmanship D=does little work/ poor effort F=does NO work

Standards:

VA.4.C.1.2Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and reflect on works of art.

VA.4.F.3.3Work purposefully to complete personal works of art in a timely manner, demonstrating development of 21st-century skills.

VA.4.H.1.1Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.

VA.4.H.1.3Describe artworks that honor and are reflective of particular individuals, groups, events, and/or cultures.

VA.4.H.1.4Identify and practice ways of showing respect for one’s own and others’ personal works of art.

VA.4.H.2.1Explore works of art, created over time, to identify the use of the structural elements of art in an historical event or art style.

VA.4.H.2.3Identify reasons to display artwork in public places.

VA.4.O.1.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.

VA.4.O.1.2Identify the structural elements of art used to unite an artistic composition.

VA.4.S.1.2Explore and use media, technology, and other art resources to express ideas visually.

VA.4.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss works of art and the creative process.

VA.4.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to achieve an artistic objective.

VA.4.S.3.2Plan and produce art through ongoing practice of skills and techniques.

VA.4.S.3.3Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.

VA.5.C.3.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design when engaged in art criticism.

VA.5.C.3.2Use art-criticism processes to form a hypothesis about an artist’s or designer’s intent when creating artworks and/or utilitarian purposes.

VA.5.F.3.2Create artwork that shows procedural and analytical thinking to communicate ideas.

VA.5.F.3.4Follow directions and complete artwork in the timeframe allotted to show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.5.H.1.1Examine historical and cultural influences that inspire artists and their work.

VA.5.H.1.2Use suitable behavior as a member of an art audience.

VA.5.O.1.1Use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to develop content in artwork.

VA.5.O.1.2Organize the structural elements of art to achieve visual unity.

VA.5.S.1.1Use various art tools, media, and techniques to discover how different choices change the effect on the meaning of an artwork.

VA.5.S.1.2Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.

VA.5.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate about works of art and artistic and creative processes.

VA.5.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to support planning, strengthen focus, and implement artistic vision.

VA.5.S.2.2Identify sequential procedures to engage in art production.

VA.5.S.2.3Visualize the end product to justify artistic choices of tools, techniques, and processes.

VA.5.S.3.1Use materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.5.S.3.3Use tools, media, techniques, and processes in a safe and responsible manner.

Second Assignment for 2nd and 3rd Grade

For our first lesson of the school year, we will start with the basics:  the seven Elements of design.

Objective: Students will learn about the Elements of design by drawing an example of each

Materials: crayons and paper

Procedure: First, we fold a piece of 12x18 into eight parts. In the first part, we write our names, class code, and the title: Elements of Design. In the subsequent seven parts, we will draw an example of Line, color, shape, space, texture, value, form.

Vocabulary: line   color   shape   space   texture   value   form  

Assessment: A=follows ALL instructions (or does more) with great craftsmanshipB=follows MOST instructions with good craftsmanship C=follows SOME instructions with good craftsmanship D=does little work/ poor effort F=does NO work

Standards: VA.2.C.2.3Use suggestions from others to modify the structural elements of art.

VA.2.C.3.1Use accurate art vocabulary to identify connections among visual art and other contexts.

VA.2.F.3.3Use time effectively while focused on art production to show early development of 21st-century skills.

VA.2.H.2.1Identify differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.

VA.2.O.1.1Employ structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal work to develop awareness of the creative process.

VA.2.S.1.1Experiment with tools and techniques as part of art-making processes

VA.2.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire expression of personal ideas and experiences in works of art.

VA.2.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss art.

VA.2.S.2.2Follow sequential procedures focused on art production.

VA.2.S.3.1Manipulate art materials and refine techniques to create two- and/or three-dimensional personal works.

VA.2.S.3.2Demonstrate growth in craftsmanship through purposeful practice.

VA.2.S.3.3Follow directions for safety procedures and explain their importance in the art room.

VA.3.C.2.1Assess personal artworks for completeness and success in meeting intended objectives.

VA.3.F.3.3Demonstrate the skills needed to complete artwork in a timely manner, demonstrating perseverance and development of 21st-century skills.

VA.3.H.1.2Describe the importance of displaying suitable behavior as part of an art audience.

VA.3.O.1.1Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.

VA.3.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.

VA.3.S.1.3Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.

VA.3.S.1.4Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.

VA.3.S.2.1Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve and artistic goal.

VA.3.S.2.2Follow procedures, focusing on the art-making process.

VA.3.S.3.1Use materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.3.S.3.2Develop craftsmanship skills through repeated practice.

VA.3.S.3.3Work within safety guidelines while using tools, media, techniques, and processes.

Second Assignment for K&1

Color Paul Klee Shapes

Objective: Students will paint over their shapes with the opposite color family (warm/cool)

Materials: crayon pictures, paint

Procedure: students will paint the entire sheet of paper with color.

Assessment: The entire paper should be colored. Partial paper is partial credit.

Standards: VA.A.1.1.2 uses art materials and tools to develop basic processes and motor skills, in a safe and responsible manner.

Standards: VA.K.C.2.2Identify media used by self or peers.

VA.K.F.1.1Experiment with art media for personal satisfaction and perceptual awareness.

VA.K.H.1.2Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.

VA.K.H.2.3Describe where artwork is displayed in school or other places.

VA.K.O.1.1Explore the placement of the structural elements of art in personal works of art.

VA.K.O.2.1Generate ideas and images for artworks based on memory, imagination, and experiences.

VA.K.S.1.1Explore art processes and media to produce artworks.

VA.K.S.2.2Describe the steps used in art production.

VA.K.S.3.1Develop artistic skills through the repeated use of tools, processes, and media.

VA.K.S.3.2Practice skills to develop craftsmanship

VA.K.S.3.3Handle art tools and media safely in the art room.

VA.1.C.1.2Gather clues to help interpret and reflect on works of art.

VA.1.C.2.1Describe visual imagery used to complete artwork.

VA.1.C.2.2Use various media or techniques to learn how changes affect the completed artwork.

VA.1.F.1.1Use various art media and real or imaginary choices to create artwork.

VA.1.F.1.2Identify how classmates solve artistic problems.

VA.1.F.3.2Follow directions for completing classroom tasks in a specified timeframe to show early development of 21st-century skills.

VA.1.H.2.3Identify places in which artworks may be viewed by others.

VA.1.O.1.1Identify and use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.

VA.1.S.1.1Experiment with art processes and media to express ideas.

VA.1.S.2.1Practice correct use of tools with various art media, techniques, and processes.

VA.1.S.2.2Describe the steps used in art production.

VA.1.S.3.1Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and/or three-dimensional media.

VA.1.S.3.2Discuss the qualities of good craftsmanship.

VA.1.S.3.3Demonstrate safety procedures for using art tools and materials.

First Assignment for 4th &5th

1) Intro/ Rules/Healthy Lifestyle Posters  

Objective: Students will create a a poster promoting healthy living

Materials: paper, pencils, markers

Procedure: This is our first assignment of the school year. I will discuss rules and procedures of the art room at the beginning of class. We will spend the remainder of the time brain storming ideas that promote healthy choices and illustrate them.

Assessment: A=follows ALL instructions (or does more) with great craftsmanshipB=follows MOST instructions with good craftsmanship C=follows SOME instructions with good craftsmanship D=does little work/ poor effort F=does NO work

Standards:

VA.4.C.1.2Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and reflect on works of art.

VA.4.F.3.3Work purposefully to complete personal works of art in a timely manner, demonstrating development of 21st-century skills.

VA.4.H.1.1Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.

VA.4.H.1.3Describe artworks that honor and are reflective of particular individuals, groups, events, and/or cultures.

VA.4.H.1.4Identify and practice ways of showing respect for one’s own and others’ personal works of art.

VA.4.H.2.1Explore works of art, created over time, to identify the use of the structural elements of art in an historical event or art style.

VA.4.H.2.3Identify reasons to display artwork in public places.

VA.4.O.1.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.

VA.4.O.1.2Identify the structural elements of art used to unite an artistic composition.

VA.4.S.1.2Explore and use media, technology, and other art resources to express ideas visually.

VA.4.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss works of art and the creative process.

VA.4.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to achieve an artistic objective.

VA.4.S.3.2Plan and produce art through ongoing practice of skills and techniques.

VA.4.S.3.3Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.

VA.5.C.3.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design when engaged in art criticism.

VA.5.C.3.2Use art-criticism processes to form a hypothesis about an artist’s or designer’s intent when creating artworks and/or utilitarian purposes.

VA.5.F.3.2Create artwork that shows procedural and analytical thinking to communicate ideas.

VA.5.F.3.4Follow directions and complete artwork in the timeframe allotted to show development of 21st-century skills.

VA.5.H.1.1Examine historical and cultural influences that inspire artists and their work.

VA.5.H.1.2Use suitable behavior as a member of an art audience.

VA.5.O.1.1Use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to develop content in artwork.

VA.5.O.1.2Organize the structural elements of art to achieve visual unity.

VA.5.S.1.1Use various art tools, media, and techniques to discover how different choices change the effect on the meaning of an artwork.

VA.5.S.1.2Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.

VA.5.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate about works of art and artistic and creative processes.

VA.5.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to support planning, strengthen focus, and implement artistic vision.

VA.5.S.2.2Identify sequential procedures to engage in art production.

VA.5.S.2.3Visualize the end product to justify artistic choices of tools, techniques, and processes.

VA.5.S.3.1Use materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.

VA.5.S.3.3Use tools, media, techniques, and processes in a safe and responsible manner.