Designing with Materials I
Designing with Materials I is an introduction to various mixed media and other related activities. Emphasis in this course will be placed on the elements and principles of design, craftsmanship and an appreciation of arts and media. This course is designed for the student who enjoys art but may not wish to major in art. The student will be introduced to media that can be used as lifetime activities, highlighting planning, organization, and safety. A student fee of $35 is charged for this course for expendable materials, However due to individual needs availability of materials, students may request to purchase some art supplies appropriate to the specific area of work.
Class Projects
Media Blitz
“What is the role of experimentation in art?” |
Student's apply techniques and processes in a variety of media during the Media Blitz week.
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Elements of Design Collage
“How do elements and |
Student's demonstrate a good understanding of the elements and principles of design and how to include them in their artwork with a good level of craftsmanship.
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Batik
"How do artist study the world around them? What procedures do they use?" |
Through the Batik process student's explore how artist are inspired by nature and their surroundings. |
Encaustic
“How do artist learn from trial and error?” |
Student's
find
fresh and innovative solutions to artstic problems through trial and error.
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Silk Painting
"How do people express |
Student's explore how artist can express themselves through their art.
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Fused Glass
"How do artist create a personal |
Student's identify how artist are inspired by things they like.
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Printing
“How do we use art in everyday |
Students apply techniques to create expressive prints using elements and principles of design.
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Quilt
“What does it mean to be a |
Student's demonstrate how artist use their personal landscape to create artwork.
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Critique
“How do we use critiques to |
Student's discuss artwork using art vocabulary, tools and techniques. I can relate them to the ideas and emotion and overall impact of a piece of artwork
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