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Welcome to Mrs. Duncan's Home Page Contact me by email or by phone at 856-358-2054 x3190. I check my email several times a day. I check my voice mail on a weekly basis. Courses Taught Art 1 First Block
First Marking Period Writing Assignment A Biography of Your David
This fictional biography should be written in the first person, as if David is writing it. Here is some information that should be included: • What does David do for a living? Does he have a career, go to school, etc.? • What hobbies or interests does David have? • Does David play sports? Which one(s)? • Describe his family life. • Where does he like to vacation or spend his free time? • Who is David's role model?
Second Marking Period Writing Assignment: Choose a reproduction of a work of art and write a critique using these four steps. How to Be a World-Famous Art Critic in 4 Easy Steps! Just ask yourself these questions- 1. What did I see? (Description) 2. How is the work organized? (Analysis) 3. What is the artist saying? (Interpretation) 4. Is this a successful work of art? (Judgment) Below is some information which may help you in your job as an art critic. 1. Description Make a list of all the things you see in the work. Include size and medium used (information from credit line). Do not make guesses. Just the facts! 2. Analysis You are still collecting facts. Now, pay attention to the elements of art. For example, notice the shape, lines, and texture. List how the artist has used all the elements. 3. Interpretation This is where you explain the meaning and/or mood of the work. Make guesses based on the clues you have collected. Don't be afraid to make an interpretation that is different from someone else's. You are unique with your own ideas! 4. Judgment This is where to give your opinions. This is a thoughtful and informed response. Only you know what you like or don't like. You need to make up your own mind. To make a good judgment, you need to be honest with yourself. When you have expressed a judgment and provided good reasons to support it, you are showing that you understand and appreciate a work of art.
Art Academy 1,2, and 3 Second Block Students will concentrate on the Elements of Art (line, color, value, texture, shape, form, and space, ) and the Principles of Design (contrast, rhythm, unity, emphasis, pattern, movement, and balance). Students will experiment with a variety of media as these concepts are explored. Media will include pencil, charcoal, pastels, watercolor, tempera, oil and acrylic. In addition to these two-dimensional activities, students will participate in three-dimensional activities such as printmaking and sculpture. Students will visit various museums and meet with art school representatives. They will begin considering art careers and creating a visual art portfolio.
First Marking Period Writing Assignment: This writing assignment is based on a field trip to Grounds for Sulpture in Hamilton, NJ. Students will be viewing sculpture outdoors and exploring artwork in the third dimension. Write a one-page paper about this exhibit. Some ideas to consider are:
Second Marking Period Writing Assignment: Choose a reproduction of a work of art and write a critique using these four steps. How to Be a World-Famous Art Critic in 4 Easy Steps! Just ask yourself these questions- 1. What did I see? (Description) 2. How is the work organized? (Analysis) 3. What is the artist saying? (Interpretation) 4. Is this a successful work of art? (Judgment) Below is some information which may help you in your job as an art critic. 1. Description Make a list of all the things you see in the work. Include size and medium used (information from credit line). Do not make guesses. Just the facts! 2. Analysis You are still collecting facts. Now, pay attention to the elements of art. For example, notice the shape, lines, and texture. List how the artist has used all the elements. 3. Interpretation This is where you explain the meaning and/or mood of the work. Make guesses based on the clues you have collected. Don't be afraid to make an interpretation that is different from someone else's. You are unique with your own ideas! 4. Judgment This is where to give your opinions. This is a thoughtful and informed response. Only you know what you like or don't like. You need to make up your own mind. To make a good judgment, you need to be honest with yourself. When you have expressed a judgment and provided good reasons to support it, you are showing that you understand and appreciate a work of art.
Art Academy 4 Third Block The final year of the Art Academy is a more intensive and independent focus on the development of the student portfolio. Students will continue to build upon the foundation attained in Art Academy 1,2, and 3 and develop an individual artistic style. The study of art history will increase the awareness of masterworks both past and present. Lessons are designed to prepare students for college and professional level skills. Additional artistic experiences include field trips, guest lectures, school and community involvement.
First Marking Period Writing Assignment This writing assignment is based on a field trip to Grounds for Sulpture in Hamilton, NJ. Students will be viewing sculpture outdoors and exploring artwork in the third dimension. Write a one-page paper about this exhibit. Some ideas to consider are:
Second Marking Period Writing Assignment: Advanced Placement Written Commentary 1. Briefly define your concentration. 2. Briefly describe the sources of your ideas and the evolution of your concentration. You may refer to specific works as examples. 3. What medium or media did you use? For digital art in the 2-D portfolio, specify the programs and how you used it/ them.
Links The Philadelphia Museum of Art
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