Period 1 Creative Art Assignments

All masks have a purpose, what is the purpose of YOUR masks? Where would you wear it? What is the history behind it?
Take this class time to select the time type of mask you want create and share you reason and purpose.
Please write in a pargraph formatin full sentences.

REMEMBER TO ADD AN EXAMPLE OF THE MASK BEFORE SUBMITTING IT.

Please answer the question in your own words in full sentences.

You will have 2-3 minutes to present you work and share with the class what you learned about the artist.
Why you selected that artist and that artwork to recerate. 
Some fun facts about the artist.
What you learned as an artist during this process
How did you solve any challenges you had
What you would do differently.
If you're presenting the class will have the opportunity to ask questions and give feedback.

Please add the pictrue you want to recreate here.
Once we have discussed the work and the material you'll use such as paint, oil pastels, clay, technology, creating a book etc. you may start.
If you are uncertain please see me. 
Students will:
1. Organize and present found information and pictures into a handmade "artist book" based on the life and work of a Great Artist or
2. Recreate one of their artwork.
Art Techniques to Explore
Drawing.
Painting.
Working with Paper.
Sculpture and Pottery.
Printmaking.
Computer Art Techniques.
Other Art Techniques.
Ways to prepare to recreate your masterpiece
Figure out the design. Firstly, figure out what you want to create. (it must be one the artist's work you like and admire)Gather all the necessary materials. You'll surely need certain materials to give your artwork the best outlook. Set up a fixed working schedule, for example: what to do first? How much time do you have?Avoid perfectionism.Could you take it a dtep further? Challenge yourself!

Students will look at the work of a particular artist eg:
Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Georgia O’Keeffe, David Milne, Kara Walker, Leonardo da Vinci, Faith Ringgold, Edmonia Lewis, Marc Chagall, Georges Seurat, Jacob Lawrence, Emily Carr, Henri Matisse, John T. Biggers.

Architects:
Frank Llyod Wright, Zaha Hadi, Jeanne Gang, Le Corbusier, Louis Sullivan (The father of Skyscrapers), EeroSaarinen, Moshe Safdie, Norman Foster.

Illustrators/Writers:
Norman Rockwell, Mary Blair, Beatrix Potter, Salvador Dalí, Walter Crane

Once you’ve selected an artist, examine their style and the materials they used. You will then create an artwork in the style of the selected artist. Use the questionnaire below to research your artist.

19th and 20th Century Artists: An Art History Research Project
 Artist’s Full Name :
Biographical Info: Place/Date of Birth:
Place/ Date of Death:

Interesting/Personal Information:
Type of artwork: painting? drawing? sculpture? Architecture?
Media what materials used?
Style or Period of Art:
Short definition of the style or period:  
IMAGES: As you are doing your research SAVE TWO (2) images you can be 2 examples of the artist’s work to share with the class.

Each table will be assigned a question to discuss. Submit your response here in a google document to get credit.

Essentail Questions
1-Do artists change the course of history?
2- Why do artistic movements come and go? What forces cause change?
3- When cultures exchange ideas, how do those ideas change culture?
4- How does scientific and technological developments affect art?
5- Do artistic trends shape or reflect culture and identity?
6- How do elements and principles facilitate visual communication?
7- How do we use critique to inform art?
8- How do you skill and technique enable the creative process?

Test was administered in Class on paper

Test was administred in class- on paper

Submit final quilt here!
What is needed for your quilt.

Your essay is complete, What's next?
Remember to look for a picture of the person that you researched (the picture MUST be 4X4 when placed or glued on the page.)
A flag representing the country they are from
Picture or any symbols representing the college or university they graduated from
Family pictures
Pics of acomplishments/inventions/movements etc.
Country map if not of flag
Zodiac sign for birthdate
Hobbies
3 different Freedom Quilts that align with the characteristics fo the person. (You must read the definition of each before selecting them)

Please submit your final quilt here! If you did your quilt on paper, please take a picture and submit it before handing it to Ms. Victior

Black History essay

Art has been used to record History for centuries. Black History Month is an opportunity to emphasize the history and achievements of African Americans and people of color who made a difference. In this unit you are required to research/investigate the contributions of one person: a leader, a movement or event that had an impact on Black History and the world.

In an essay format tell us your findings. Your essay should include an introductory paragraph, two or more supporting paragraphs and a conclusion. You should also add a picture of your hero.

For monday:\Our History - Class Discussion
Step 1
In groups share out your definition of " Black History" month
How have those heroes, activists, celebrities, politicians made a difference in our lives in various field: science, medical, technology, cinema, sport, education, entertainment, politics, music etc.

Step 2:
After your discussion, each student must submit their response in one paragraph.

Step 3:
If you've already selected the person you want to research follow the directions under "Black History Month Reseach Essay".

Planning for "The Real Me" Final Project


Phase 2:
How do your ideas/words from the poem work visually? 
How will you organize art elements (line, shape, form, space, texture, color and value) and principles of art (balance, focal point, proportion, emphasis, movement, unity) ? 

Sketchbook Investigation for Process Planning
Sketch out your plan. What artistic elements will you include into your composition?
How have master artists planned their masterpieces? 
What will your design look like?
What layout will you choose for your composition?

Creativity: 
What is your intent? 
How will you create something that is original?
Quality:
How will you ensure your work looks clean and aesthetically pleasing?
Techniques / Materials:
What materials will you use for your composition? 
What drawing techniques will you engage in?

Phase 3:
Design:
How will you use the principles of design to ensure your work is visually
successful?
What elements of art will you use to enhance the principles of design

Finish the blanks, then try to incorporate it into your art: The Principle of Design,___________________________, will be best brought out through the use of the art element(s), _______________________, in my work. Create / Design some examples of this as it may be seen in your work. Test the materials you plan on using for your composition.

Sketch Ideas / Plan Composition
What layout will you choose for your composition?
Remember that all sketches must be seen by me to discuss and approve before starting your final work. Use the 12X18 paper in the back for your final, when done, take a picture then submit it here.

Next steps
1 - Find symbols or images that represent your poem or what is most important to you such as:.
Iconic building for places you want to travel to.
The college you want to attend
The career you want to pursue etc.
2-  Take a selfie (which will be used in your drawing)
3 - draw out some sketches to discuss in class. At least 2 sketches! (A sketch is not a finish drawing.)
4 - Once approved we can discuss colors, technique, multi media options etc.
5- Start your final on the 12X18 paper.

Below see the template for the I am poem. Please complete the poem. Use your response as inspiration for you self portrait.

1 - Folllow the flow of the poem as you see below; rewrite each sentence and complete. Due tomorrow

Write an "I Am" Poem 
An “I Am” poem is a way to study the subject of a self-portrait by putting yourself in the artist's head. Or write one about your self-portrait by completing the poem below: 

I am...(your name) 
I am...(two special traits or physical characteristics) 
I wonder...(something to be curious about) – 
I hear...(an imaginary sound) 
I see... (an imaginary sight). 
I want...(an actual desire) 
I am...(the first line of the poem repeated). 
I pretend...(something to imagine). 
I feel...(a feeling about something imaginary) - 
I touch...can imaginary touch). 
I worry...(something that is bothersome). 
I cry...(something that is very sad) 
I am... the first line of the poem repeated) 
I understand...(something that is positively true) – 
I say...(something to believe in). 
I dream...(something to dream about)
I try... (something to make an effort about)
I hope... (something to hope for) – 
I am...(the first line of the poem repeated)

DURING CLASS EACH STUDENT WILL PRESENT THEIR DESIGN. BELOW ARE THE PROMPS TO GUIDE YOU WHILE PRESENTING. 
(To be prepared you may chose to respond to these questions before your presentation)

1) Your name and the name of your design and explain how your design  will improve your life and others right now.

(2) Estimate (in years) how long you think your product will be valuable to the world?

(3) What do you think will happen to the product when you no longer wish to use own it? Will it go in the trash? Be recycled? Put up for sale?

PERSPECTIVE
How do your siblings, friends, parents, teachers, or grandparents will feel about your product?

CONNECTION
What does your product have in common with one of your classmates if any in the way they affect our lives?

RELEVANCE
How would your behavior change when using this product?

Please respond to all the questions below and remember to attach your final design


What parts of your artwork/design do you feel most successful?
Did your design turn out how you intended? Or did it take a different direction?
If you were to recreate this artwork/design, what would you do differently?
What did you enjoy most about this process?
What did you learn from creating this product?

USER CENTERED DESIGN

The main responsibility of the industrial designer is to use natural and synthetic materials and sophisticated technology to design objects that serve a useful purpose and usually that can be mass-produced (for the public).

As a designer start with "why" and "what if" questions, asked from the point of view of the person who will be using your product. Your answers will then help you create your design.

Example questions:
"Why do I have to always be sitting when I am at my desk"
"What if my desk could be sometimes high and sometimes low?
"Why do I have to take my eyes off the road when I'm driving and want to change the radio station?"
"What if I could tell my radio to do things with my voice?"

Today is a good time to find the perfect item you want to redesign. Take a picture and share why you will change the design

Please respond to each question in full sentences and in a paragraph format.


1- In your words, what was the assignment?
2- What was the learning target/main idea?
3- What did you learn?
4- What did you do well?
5- What were your challenges?
6- How did you solve them?
7- What would you do differently?
8- What was your favorite part of the assignment?

During class we will have a short debate on what art is. Attached is a Power Point which includes 5 works of art, or are they? You will have the chance to debate with your teamates then share with the class. Throughout the week we will further discuss the next steps.

Take a minute to answer the question, we will then discuss in class.
Feel free to edit your answer after our class discussion.

Please respond in a paragraph format
How would you define a holiday?
Which holiday do you celebrate?
(Do you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or Three Kings Day, Ramadan, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day).

What is the origin of this holiday?
How is it celebrated in your family?
What are the similarities among those holidays?

When done think of images and symbols that best represent your response.
Start creating your sketch.