Q3

From

01/02/2012

To

01/08/2012

Content

CONCENTRATION WORK 6-8 Concentration pieces due this quarter
Students will develop their ideas for their Concentration.
This is a large task of building a body of artwork over the semester which is related with a strong idea, formally or conceptually.
Students will propose three thumbnail sketches of twelve related works each.
Students will make the artwork that will comprise the pieces of their concentration.

Skills

Knowledge of how to build a body of artwork
Development of ideas and technical skills to manage this task, each portfolio will be unique and different.
Master the form and content of the concentration idea
Knowledge of elements and principles of art and design
Care and use of studio
Critical thinking
Knowledge of form and content of portfolio assembly (Drawing, 2-D, or 3D)
Use of materials and techniques relevant to portfolio

Resources

Slide lectures
Handouts
AP Studio Art Slides
AP Studio Art web site collegeboard.com
AP Art History textbooks
AP Art History slides
Other books as needed from archives
Art in America magazine
Ceramics Monthly magazine
Periodicals and books depending on nature of the portfolio (Drawing, 2-D, or 3D)

Instructional Strategies

Show examples of concentrations and bodies of artwork.
Discuss what a body of artwork consists of.
Discuss how to develop a body of artwork
One on one consultations with students about their concentration ideas.
Slide lectures
Class Discussion
Critiques
Lecture
Technical Demonstrations
Internet examples, web sites
One on one discussion and consultations with teachers
Visit museums and galleries
Books and Visual resources
Sketchbook exercises
Deadlines and due dates

Assessment

Critiques-formal and informal review of artwork
One on one discussion with teacher and peers
Show slides and discuss work in progress and as it is developing
Rubric used as formal grading post for this quarter

Outcomes

Students will do 3 thumbnail versions of their twelve ideas for their Concentration
Students will know what a body of artwork consists of as related to the body of art they will independently develop known as their Concentration.
Students will start their Concentration
Students will develop their ideas for their Concentration
Students will be finished with half of their Concentration (six pieces)
Students will participate in critiques and discussions of artwork
Students will feel confident about their progress on their Concentration