Drawing & Painting Course Syllabus

Mrs. Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

 

Course Description

Drawing & Painting is designed for the student who is interested in the practical experience of making art. The program requires commitment and dedication from the student. Expectations for student achievement and success are high. As this is an elective class, self-discipline and motivation are necessary. Students are expected to demonstrate technical skills, creative growth, and an increased mastery in concept, composition and execution of ideas.

 

Students will develop a comprehensive body of work, while building a Drawing & Painting Portfolio. In building the portfolio, students will experience a variety of art making techniques and processes, that will emphasize the organization of the elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, space) and principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale, and figure/ground relationships) as well as quality. The Drawing & Painting course addresses a broad range of drawing & painting related issues and media. Materials to be used will be, but not limited to pencil, charcoal, ink, marker, Conte, watercolor, acrylics, oils, color pencil, pastel, and collage. Work to be performed will include work from observation and the imagination. Students will be encouraged to develop their own personal ideas and engage in critical thinking and problem solving. In addition, students will understand that art making is an ongoing process that uses informed and critical decision making in its development, thus becoming independent thinkers through the means of making art.

 

Student Expectations

Students are to be active participants in and outside class. They are expected to use studio time productively and effectively. Students are expected to work responsibly in the studio at all times. All assignments are expected to be completed on time. Students are to be active contributors in class critiques and discussions. They will be expected to describe, analyze, interpret and judge art work from various periods in art history and of their peers. Students will also be required to submit written self-critiques of artwork. In addition, students are expected to maintain a visual journal throughout the duration of the course.

Note: Extra Credit work does not exist for this course.

Visual Journal

Students are required to keep a visual journal. In the Drawing & Painting class, art is emphasized as an ongoing process. The visual journal plays a critical role in the development of creative ideas and provides an avenue for informed and critical decision making. The visual journal should reflect exploration in a variety of compositional techniques, concepts, and skills as the student develops their own personal style. Visual Journal work will continue throughout the course and will be reviewed and assessed each quarter. Visual journal assignments will be calculated in the 20% category of the gradebook and may count/weigh more than 1x as deemed by instructor.

Attendance

Attendance will be taken daily. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for missed work and studio time. 3 days will be granted to make up class work or studio time with an excused absence or the student will receive a zero for the missed assignment. However, at times, there may be particular instances in which a student may require additional time without penalty. Such instances will be handled on an individual basis. Students with an unexcused absence will receive a zero for missed project work and a percentage reduction for missed studio time.

Late Work Policy

All assignments, homework, and project work is expected to be completed on time. Reduction of points for work turned in late is as follows:

1 day =  (-) 5 points

2 days = (-) 10 points

3 days = (-) 20 points

4 days = (-) 30 points

NOTE: Work will not be accepted after 4 days, resulting in being awarded a zero(0) for the missed/incomplete project or assignment.

NOTE: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) count as 2 late days.

Class Critiques

Class critiques are regularly scheduled as part of the Drawing & Painting course. Critiques will be conducted in a group setting. Students are expected to actively participate in critiques by showing their work and discussing their own work and work of other’s. Through meaningful, artistic dialogue, critiques will be conducted to provide feedback and constructive criticism to all students. Critiques will be both teacher and student directed in order to provide all students with the opportunity to reflect, discuss, and assess each other’s development and progress. In addition, written critiques will be conducted.

Grading

All studio-based work submitted to be graded is expected to be of high quality and meet all project guidelines and expectations, including writing assignments and self-reflection assessments. A variety of rubrics and scoring sheets will be used in the assessment of student work. Students will receive copies of rubrics as needed for each project/assignment. Additionally, works will be evaluated and assessed in progress through individual and class critiques. Grades will be given on a point based system range of 0-100. 65% is passing.

Reassessment of projects and assignments to improve the quality and grade of work will be awarded when deemed by the instructor. In order to qualify for reassessment, the student must discuss with the instructor the work to be reassessed and follow all guidelines for successful completion of the project or assignment.

Class Participation

A class participation grade will be awarded each marking period. Class participation grades will count as one major studio project grade each quarter. This grade is based on the number of class days in the quarter. Each quarter the student will receive a grade based on daily attendance and participation in studio activities. The class participation grade will be assessed and recorded daily based on the following criteria:

Daily Attendance- is physically present for class, amount of time spent in class, arrives on time,

Work habits- productive use of studio time, initiative, effort, following of directions, clean-up of tools and materials

Attitude- willingness to try new things, accepts constructive criticism, cooperation

Behavior- acts appropriately, respectful toward others, appropriate use of art materials and tools, does not engage in disruptive behavior

In addition, the class participation grade will influence project assessments as it applies to use of studio time, effort, and completion of projects.

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements to make up for studio time missed. Missed studio time can be made up during any class period as deemed by the instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss with the instructor suitable time frames.

Breakdown of Grades

Major studio projects, papers and class participation                                                                                       80%

Studio assignments, project proposals, visual journals, critiques, and written assignments, quizzes      20%

NOTE: Some projects and assignments may count more than 1x.

1^st  quarter-  20%                            Mid-Term-   10%

2^nd quarter-  20%                            Final Exam-  10%                                       

3^rd quarter-  20%                       

4^th quarter-  20%

 

Additional Classroom Policies

Tardy- All tardy to class will be recorded, legal and illegal. Tardy to class will affect the classroom participation grade. 3 tardy to class will result in a phone call home and a disciplinary referral.

Personal Electronic Devices- cell phones, IPADs, Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, headphones, and the like.

Personal Electronic Devices are NOT to be used in the classroom and will not be tolerated.

Before entering the classroom, power down or shut off all electronic devices.

Keep electronic devices out of site, not in a pocket, but in a knapsack, handbag or the like.

NOTE: Cell phones should be powered off and placed in the designated storage area of the classroom, located behind the instructor’s desk.

NOTE: Violation of electronic device use polices will result in reduction of class participation grade, as well project/assignment grades as it relates to studio time and effort, in addition to disciplinary action.

There will be no verbal warnings. This is your warning.

Use of such devices will results in a phone call home and disciplinary referral.

Your device may be taken away from you and turned into the office as deemed by the instructor.

When applicable, Chromebooks & iPads will be used to assist in classwork as deemed by the instructor.

 

Additional B's

Be Respectful                     This is a safe environment for all students.

                                            Name-calling, teasing, and bullying will not be tolerated and will result in

                                            disciplinary action.

 

Be Responsible                  Discipline problems or misuse of art materials and equipment

 

Be Safe                               Follow all safety procedures accordingly, as it relates to use of tools and                                                        materials.

 

Be Neat                              Clean-up after yourself.

                                            Put away all materials and clean tables at end of class.

                                            Do not leave a mess for others.

                                            All drink containers must have a secure lid to prevent spills.

 

Be Productive                    You are here to learn, create, and use your time wisely. Do not repeatedly ask                                                 for a hall pass. 

                                            Such habits will affect class participation grades.

 

Be Respectful                     Respect artwork in the room.

                                            Do not touch something that is not yours.

                                            Such behavior will result in disciplinary action.

                                            Talking during appropriate studio work time should be kept to a tolerable, low                                                   volume level.

                                            Be kind. Do not disrupt others.

                                            Appropriate and clean language is expected.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please remove this portion of the syllabus, complete the following information, and return to instructor by Tuesday September 11^th. 

 

I _____________________________________________________(print student name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                 

Student Signature____________________________________________________

 

I _____________________________________________________(print parent/guardian name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                                                                 

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________________

 

To help parent/teacher/student communication, please provide the following information:

 

Student name: ________________________________________________________________________

Student e-mail: ________________________________________________________________________

 

Preferred Parent/Guardian Contacts

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: ________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: ________________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: _________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Thank You for time and understanding.

I look forward to a creative and fun learning experience with your child.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via email or by school phone.

 

 

Mrs. Shelly Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

845-657-2373

 

 

Drawing & Painting Course Syllabus

Mrs. Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

 

Course Description

Drawing & Painting is designed for the student who is interested in the practical experience of making art. The program requires commitment and dedication from the student. Expectations for student achievement and success are high. As this is an elective class, self-discipline and motivation are necessary. Students are expected to demonstrate technical skills, creative growth, and an increased mastery in concept, composition and execution of ideas.

 

Students will develop a comprehensive body of work, while building a Drawing & Painting Portfolio. In building the portfolio, students will experience a variety of art making techniques and processes, that will emphasize the organization of the elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, space) and principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale, and figure/ground relationships) as well as quality. The Drawing & Painting course addresses a broad range of drawing & painting related issues and media. Materials to be used will be, but not limited to pencil, charcoal, ink, marker, Conte, watercolor, acrylics, oils, color pencil, pastel, and collage. Work to be performed will include work from observation and the imagination. Students will be encouraged to develop their own personal ideas and engage in critical thinking and problem solving. In addition, students will understand that art making is an ongoing process that uses informed and critical decision making in its development, thus becoming independent thinkers through the means of making art.

 

Student Expectations

Students are to be active participants in and outside class. They are expected to use studio time productively and effectively. Students are expected to work responsibly in the studio at all times. All assignments are expected to be completed on time. Students are to be active contributors in class critiques and discussions. They will be expected to describe, analyze, interpret and judge art work from various periods in art history and of their peers. Students will also be required to submit written self-critiques of artwork. In addition, students are expected to maintain a visual journal throughout the duration of the course.

Note: Extra Credit work does not exist for this course.

Visual Journal

Students are required to keep a visual journal. In the Drawing & Painting class, art is emphasized as an ongoing process. The visual journal plays a critical role in the development of creative ideas and provides an avenue for informed and critical decision making. The visual journal should reflect exploration in a variety of compositional techniques, concepts, and skills as the student develops their own personal style. Visual Journal work will continue throughout the course and will be reviewed and assessed each quarter. Visual journal assignments will be calculated in the 20% category of the gradebook and may count/weigh more than 1x as deemed by instructor.

Attendance

Attendance will be taken daily. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for missed work and studio time. 3 days will be granted to make up class work or studio time with an excused absence or the student will receive a zero for the missed assignment. However, at times, there may be particular instances in which a student may require additional time without penalty. Such instances will be handled on an individual basis. Students with an unexcused absence will receive a zero for missed project work and a percentage reduction for missed studio time.

Late Work Policy

All assignments, homework, and project work is expected to be completed on time. Reduction of points for work turned in late is as follows:

1 day =  (-) 5 points

2 days = (-) 10 points

3 days = (-) 20 points

4 days = (-) 30 points

NOTE: Work will not be accepted after 4 days, resulting in being awarded a zero(0) for the missed/incomplete project or assignment.

NOTE: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) count as 2 late days.

Class Critiques

Class critiques are regularly scheduled as part of the Drawing & Painting course. Critiques will be conducted in a group setting. Students are expected to actively participate in critiques by showing their work and discussing their own work and work of other’s. Through meaningful, artistic dialogue, critiques will be conducted to provide feedback and constructive criticism to all students. Critiques will be both teacher and student directed in order to provide all students with the opportunity to reflect, discuss, and assess each other’s development and progress. In addition, written critiques will be conducted.

Grading

All studio-based work submitted to be graded is expected to be of high quality and meet all project guidelines and expectations, including writing assignments and self-reflection assessments. A variety of rubrics and scoring sheets will be used in the assessment of student work. Students will receive copies of rubrics as needed for each project/assignment. Additionally, works will be evaluated and assessed in progress through individual and class critiques. Grades will be given on a point based system range of 0-100. 65% is passing.

Reassessment of projects and assignments to improve the quality and grade of work will be awarded when deemed by the instructor. In order to qualify for reassessment, the student must discuss with the instructor the work to be reassessed and follow all guidelines for successful completion of the project or assignment.

Class Participation

A class participation grade will be awarded each marking period. Class participation grades will count as one major studio project grade each quarter. This grade is based on the number of class days in the quarter. Each quarter the student will receive a grade based on daily attendance and participation in studio activities. The class participation grade will be assessed and recorded daily based on the following criteria:

Daily Attendance- is physically present for class, amount of time spent in class, arrives on time,

Work habits- productive use of studio time, initiative, effort, following of directions, clean-up of tools and materials

Attitude- willingness to try new things, accepts constructive criticism, cooperation

Behavior- acts appropriately, respectful toward others, appropriate use of art materials and tools, does not engage in disruptive behavior

In addition, the class participation grade will influence project assessments as it applies to use of studio time, effort, and completion of projects.

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements to make up for studio time missed. Missed studio time can be made up during any class period as deemed by the instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss with the instructor suitable time frames.

Breakdown of Grades

Major studio projects, papers and class participation                                                                                       80%

Studio assignments, project proposals, visual journals, critiques, and written assignments, quizzes      20%

NOTE: Some projects and assignments may count more than 1x.

1^st  quarter-  20%                            Mid-Term-   10%

2^nd quarter-  20%                            Final Exam-  10%                                       

3^rd quarter-  20%                       

4^th quarter-  20%

 

Additional Classroom Policies

Tardy- All tardy to class will be recorded, legal and illegal. Tardy to class will affect the classroom participation grade. 3 tardy to class will result in a phone call home and a disciplinary referral.

Personal Electronic Devices- cell phones, IPADs, Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, headphones, and the like.

Personal Electronic Devices are NOT to be used in the classroom and will not be tolerated.

Before entering the classroom, power down or shut off all electronic devices.

Keep electronic devices out of site, not in a pocket, but in a knapsack, handbag or the like.

NOTE: Cell phones should be powered off and placed in the designated storage area of the classroom, located behind the instructor’s desk.

NOTE: Violation of electronic device use polices will result in reduction of class participation grade, as well project/assignment grades as it relates to studio time and effort, in addition to disciplinary action.

There will be no verbal warnings. This is your warning.

Use of such devices will results in a phone call home and disciplinary referral.

Your device may be taken away from you and turned into the office as deemed by the instructor.

When applicable, Chromebooks & iPads will be used to assist in classwork as deemed by the instructor.

 

Additional B's

Be Respectful                     This is a safe environment for all students.

                                            Name-calling, teasing, and bullying will not be tolerated and will result in

                                            disciplinary action.

 

Be Responsible                  Discipline problems or misuse of art materials and equipment

 

Be Safe                               Follow all safety procedures accordingly, as it relates to use of tools and                                                        materials.

 

Be Neat                              Clean-up after yourself.

                                            Put away all materials and clean tables at end of class.

                                            Do not leave a mess for others.

                                            All drink containers must have a secure lid to prevent spills.

 

Be Productive                    You are here to learn, create, and use your time wisely. Do not repeatedly ask                                                 for a hall pass. 

                                            Such habits will affect class participation grades.

 

Be Respectful                     Respect artwork in the room.

                                            Do not touch something that is not yours.

                                            Such behavior will result in disciplinary action.

                                            Talking during appropriate studio work time should be kept to a tolerable, low                                                   volume level.

                                            Be kind. Do not disrupt others.

                                            Appropriate and clean language is expected.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please remove this portion of the syllabus, complete the following information, and return to instructor by Tuesday September 11^th. 

 

I _____________________________________________________(print student name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                 

Student Signature____________________________________________________

 

I _____________________________________________________(print parent/guardian name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                                                                 

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________________

 

To help parent/teacher/student communication, please provide the following information:

 

Student name: ________________________________________________________________________

Student e-mail: ________________________________________________________________________

 

Preferred Parent/Guardian Contacts

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: ________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: ________________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: _________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Thank You for time and understanding.

I look forward to a creative and fun learning experience with your child.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via email or by school phone.

 

 

Mrs. Shelly Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

845-657-2373

 

 

Drawing & Painting Course Syllabus

Mrs. Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

 

Course Description

Drawing & Painting is designed for the student who is interested in the practical experience of making art. The program requires commitment and dedication from the student. Expectations for student achievement and success are high. As this is an elective class, self-discipline and motivation are necessary. Students are expected to demonstrate technical skills, creative growth, and an increased mastery in concept, composition and execution of ideas.

 

Students will develop a comprehensive body of work, while building a Drawing & Painting Portfolio. In building the portfolio, students will experience a variety of art making techniques and processes, that will emphasize the organization of the elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, space) and principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale, and figure/ground relationships) as well as quality. The Drawing & Painting course addresses a broad range of drawing & painting related issues and media. Materials to be used will be, but not limited to pencil, charcoal, ink, marker, Conte, watercolor, acrylics, oils, color pencil, pastel, and collage. Work to be performed will include work from observation and the imagination. Students will be encouraged to develop their own personal ideas and engage in critical thinking and problem solving. In addition, students will understand that art making is an ongoing process that uses informed and critical decision making in its development, thus becoming independent thinkers through the means of making art.

 

Student Expectations

Students are to be active participants in and outside class. They are expected to use studio time productively and effectively. Students are expected to work responsibly in the studio at all times. All assignments are expected to be completed on time. Students are to be active contributors in class critiques and discussions. They will be expected to describe, analyze, interpret and judge art work from various periods in art history and of their peers. Students will also be required to submit written self-critiques of artwork. In addition, students are expected to maintain a visual journal throughout the duration of the course.

Note: Extra Credit work does not exist for this course.

Visual Journal

Students are required to keep a visual journal. In the Drawing & Painting class, art is emphasized as an ongoing process. The visual journal plays a critical role in the development of creative ideas and provides an avenue for informed and critical decision making. The visual journal should reflect exploration in a variety of compositional techniques, concepts, and skills as the student develops their own personal style. Visual Journal work will continue throughout the course and will be reviewed and assessed each quarter. Visual journal assignments will be calculated in the 20% category of the gradebook and may count/weigh more than 1x as deemed by instructor.

Attendance

Attendance will be taken daily. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for missed work and studio time. 3 days will be granted to make up class work or studio time with an excused absence or the student will receive a zero for the missed assignment. However, at times, there may be particular instances in which a student may require additional time without penalty. Such instances will be handled on an individual basis. Students with an unexcused absence will receive a zero for missed project work and a percentage reduction for missed studio time.

Late Work Policy

All assignments, homework, and project work is expected to be completed on time. Reduction of points for work turned in late is as follows:

1 day =  (-) 5 points

2 days = (-) 10 points

3 days = (-) 20 points

4 days = (-) 30 points

NOTE: Work will not be accepted after 4 days, resulting in being awarded a zero(0) for the missed/incomplete project or assignment.

NOTE: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) count as 2 late days.

Class Critiques

Class critiques are regularly scheduled as part of the Drawing & Painting course. Critiques will be conducted in a group setting. Students are expected to actively participate in critiques by showing their work and discussing their own work and work of other’s. Through meaningful, artistic dialogue, critiques will be conducted to provide feedback and constructive criticism to all students. Critiques will be both teacher and student directed in order to provide all students with the opportunity to reflect, discuss, and assess each other’s development and progress. In addition, written critiques will be conducted.

Grading

All studio-based work submitted to be graded is expected to be of high quality and meet all project guidelines and expectations, including writing assignments and self-reflection assessments. A variety of rubrics and scoring sheets will be used in the assessment of student work. Students will receive copies of rubrics as needed for each project/assignment. Additionally, works will be evaluated and assessed in progress through individual and class critiques. Grades will be given on a point based system range of 0-100. 65% is passing.

Reassessment of projects and assignments to improve the quality and grade of work will be awarded when deemed by the instructor. In order to qualify for reassessment, the student must discuss with the instructor the work to be reassessed and follow all guidelines for successful completion of the project or assignment.

Class Participation

A class participation grade will be awarded each marking period. Class participation grades will count as one major studio project grade each quarter. This grade is based on the number of class days in the quarter. Each quarter the student will receive a grade based on daily attendance and participation in studio activities. The class participation grade will be assessed and recorded daily based on the following criteria:

Daily Attendance- is physically present for class, amount of time spent in class, arrives on time,

Work habits- productive use of studio time, initiative, effort, following of directions, clean-up of tools and materials

Attitude- willingness to try new things, accepts constructive criticism, cooperation

Behavior- acts appropriately, respectful toward others, appropriate use of art materials and tools, does not engage in disruptive behavior

In addition, the class participation grade will influence project assessments as it applies to use of studio time, effort, and completion of projects.

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements to make up for studio time missed. Missed studio time can be made up during any class period as deemed by the instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss with the instructor suitable time frames.

Breakdown of Grades

Major studio projects, papers and class participation                                                                                       80%

Studio assignments, project proposals, visual journals, critiques, and written assignments, quizzes      20%

NOTE: Some projects and assignments may count more than 1x.

1^st  quarter-  20%                            Mid-Term-   10%

2^nd quarter-  20%                            Final Exam-  10%                                       

3^rd quarter-  20%                       

4^th quarter-  20%

 

Additional Classroom Policies

Tardy- All tardy to class will be recorded, legal and illegal. Tardy to class will affect the classroom participation grade. 3 tardy to class will result in a phone call home and a disciplinary referral.

Personal Electronic Devices- cell phones, IPADs, Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, headphones, and the like.

Personal Electronic Devices are NOT to be used in the classroom and will not be tolerated.

Before entering the classroom, power down or shut off all electronic devices.

Keep electronic devices out of site, not in a pocket, but in a knapsack, handbag or the like.

NOTE: Cell phones should be powered off and placed in the designated storage area of the classroom, located behind the instructor’s desk.

NOTE: Violation of electronic device use polices will result in reduction of class participation grade, as well project/assignment grades as it relates to studio time and effort, in addition to disciplinary action.

There will be no verbal warnings. This is your warning.

Use of such devices will results in a phone call home and disciplinary referral.

Your device may be taken away from you and turned into the office as deemed by the instructor.

When applicable, Chromebooks & iPads will be used to assist in classwork as deemed by the instructor.

 

Additional B's

Be Respectful                     This is a safe environment for all students.

                                            Name-calling, teasing, and bullying will not be tolerated and will result in

                                            disciplinary action.

 

Be Responsible                  Discipline problems or misuse of art materials and equipment

 

Be Safe                               Follow all safety procedures accordingly, as it relates to use of tools and                                                        materials.

 

Be Neat                              Clean-up after yourself.

                                            Put away all materials and clean tables at end of class.

                                            Do not leave a mess for others.

                                            All drink containers must have a secure lid to prevent spills.

 

Be Productive                    You are here to learn, create, and use your time wisely. Do not repeatedly ask                                                 for a hall pass. 

                                            Such habits will affect class participation grades.

 

Be Respectful                     Respect artwork in the room.

                                            Do not touch something that is not yours.

                                            Such behavior will result in disciplinary action.

                                            Talking during appropriate studio work time should be kept to a tolerable, low                                                   volume level.

                                            Be kind. Do not disrupt others.

                                            Appropriate and clean language is expected.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please remove this portion of the syllabus, complete the following information, and return to instructor by Tuesday September 11^th. 

 

I _____________________________________________________(print student name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                 

Student Signature____________________________________________________

 

I _____________________________________________________(print parent/guardian name) have read and understand the Drawing & Painting Syllabus.

                                                                                                 

Parent/Guardian Signature_____________________________________________

 

To help parent/teacher/student communication, please provide the following information:

 

Student name: ________________________________________________________________________

Student e-mail: ________________________________________________________________________

 

Preferred Parent/Guardian Contacts

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: _______________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: ________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Title ___________________ Name___________________________________________

Home phone: ________________________                   Work phone: ______________________________

Cell phone: _________________________                   E-mail: ___________________________________

Best method and time to contact: _____________________________________________________________

 

Thank You for time and understanding.

I look forward to a creative and fun learning experience with your child.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via email or by school phone.

 

 

Mrs. Shelly Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

845-657-2373

 

 

Drawing & Painting Course Syllabus

Mrs. Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

 

Course Description

Drawing & Painting is designed for the student who is interested in the practical experience of making art. The program requires commitment and dedication from the student. Expectations for student achievement and success are high. As this is an elective class, self-discipline and motivation are necessary. Students are expected to demonstrate technical skills, creative growth, and an increased mastery in concept, composition and execution of ideas.

 

Students will develop a comprehensive body of work, while building a Drawing & Painting Portfolio. In building the portfolio, students will experience a variety of art making techniques and processes, that will emphasize the organization of the elements of art (line, shape, color, value, texture, space) and principles of design (unity/variety, balance, emphasis, contrast, rhythm, repetition, proportion/scale, and figure/ground relationships) as well as quality. The Drawing & Painting course addresses a broad range of drawing & painting related issues and media. Materials to be used will be, but not limited to pencil, charcoal, ink, marker, Conte, watercolor, acrylics, oils, color pencil, pastel, and collage. Work to be performed will include work from observation and the imagination. Students will be encouraged to develop their own personal ideas and engage in critical thinking and problem solving. In addition, students will understand that art making is an ongoing process that uses informed and critical decision making in its development, thus becoming independent thinkers through the means of making art.

 

Student Expectations

Students are to be active participants in and outside class. They are expected to use studio time productively and effectively. Students are expected to work responsibly in the studio at all times. All assignments are expected to be completed on time. Students are to be active contributors in class critiques and discussions. They will be expected to describe, analyze, interpret and judge art work from various periods in art history and of their peers. Students will also be required to submit written self-critiques of artwork. In addition, students are expected to maintain a visual journal throughout the duration of the course.

Note: Extra Credit work does not exist for this course.

Visual Journal

Students are required to keep a visual journal. In the Drawing & Painting class, art is emphasized as an ongoing process. The visual journal plays a critical role in the development of creative ideas and provides an avenue for informed and critical decision making. The visual journal should reflect exploration in a variety of compositional techniques, concepts, and skills as the student develops their own personal style. Visual Journal work will continue throughout the course and will be reviewed and assessed each quarter. Visual journal assignments will be calculated in the 20% category of the gradebook and may count/weigh more than 1x as deemed by instructor.

Attendance

Attendance will be taken daily. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for missed work and studio time. 3 days will be granted to make up class work or studio time with an excused absence or the student will receive a zero for the missed assignment. However, at times, there may be particular instances in which a student may require additional time without penalty. Such instances will be handled on an individual basis. Students with an unexcused absence will receive a zero for missed project work and a percentage reduction for missed studio time.

Late Work Policy

All assignments, homework, and project work is expected to be completed on time. Reduction of points for work turned in late is as follows:

1 day =  (-) 5 points

2 days = (-) 10 points

3 days = (-) 20 points

4 days = (-) 30 points

NOTE: Work will not be accepted after 4 days, resulting in being awarded a zero(0) for the missed/incomplete project or assignment.

NOTE: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) count as 2 late days.

Class Critiques

Class critiques are regularly scheduled as part of the Drawing & Painting course. Critiques will be conducted in a group setting. Students are expected to actively participate in critiques by showing their work and discussing their own work and work of other’s. Through meaningful, artistic dialogue, critiques will be conducted to provide feedback and constructive criticism to all students. Critiques will be both teacher and student directed in order to provide all students with the opportunity to reflect, discuss, and assess each other’s development and progress. In addition, written critiques will be conducted.

Grading

All studio-based work submitted to be graded is expected to be of high quality and meet all project guidelines and expectations, including writing assignments and self-reflection assessments. A variety of rubrics and scoring sheets will be used in the assessment of student work. Students will receive copies of rubrics as needed for each project/assignment. Additionally, works will be evaluated and assessed in progress through individual and class critiques. Grades will be given on a point based system range of 0-100. 65% is passing.

Reassessment of projects and assignments to improve the quality and grade of work will be awarded when deemed by the instructor. In order to qualify for reassessment, the student must discuss with the instructor the work to be reassessed and follow all guidelines for successful completion of the project or assignment.

Class Participation

A class participation grade will be awarded each marking period. Class participation grades will count as one major studio project grade each quarter. This grade is based on the number of class days in the quarter. Each quarter the student will receive a grade based on daily attendance and participation in studio activities. The class participation grade will be assessed and recorded daily based on the following criteria:

Daily Attendance- is physically present for class, amount of time spent in class, arrives on time,

Work habits- productive use of studio time, initiative, effort, following of directions, clean-up of tools and materials

Attitude- willingness to try new things, accepts constructive criticism, cooperation

Behavior- acts appropriately, respectful toward others, appropriate use of art materials and tools, does not engage in disruptive behavior

In addition, the class participation grade will influence project assessments as it applies to use of studio time, effort, and completion of projects.

NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements to make up for studio time missed. Missed studio time can be made up during any class period as deemed by the instructor. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss with the instructor suitable time frames.

Breakdown of Grades

Major studio projects, papers and class participation                                                                                       80%

Studio assignments, project proposals, visual journals, critiques, and written assignments, quizzes      20%

NOTE: Some projects and assignments may count more than 1x.

1^st  quarter-  20%                            Mid-Term-   10%

2^nd quarter-  20%                            Final Exam-  10%                                       

3^rd quarter-  20%                       

4^th quarter-  20%

 

Additional Classroom Policies

Tardy- All tardy to class will be recorded, legal and illegal. Tardy to class will affect the classroom participation grade. 3 tardy to class will result in a phone call home and a disciplinary referral.

Personal Electronic Devices- cell phones, IPADs, Chromebooks, laptops, tablets, headphones, and the like.

Personal Electronic Devices are NOT to be used in the classroom and will not be tolerated.

Before entering the classroom, power down or shut off all electronic devices.

Keep electronic devices out of site, not in a pocket, but in a knapsack, handbag or the like.

NOTE: Cell phones should be powered off and placed in the designated storage area of the classroom, located behind the instructor’s desk.

NOTE: Violation of electronic device use polices will result in reduction of class participation grade, as well project/assignment grades as it relates to studio time and effort, in addition to disciplinary action.

There will be no verbal warnings. This is your warning.

Use of such devices will results in a phone call home and disciplinary referral.

Your device may be taken away from you and turned into the office as deemed by the instructor.

When applicable, Chromebooks & iPads will be used to assist in classwork as deemed by the instructor.

 

Additional B's

Be Respectful                     This is a safe environment for all students.

                                            Name-calling, teasing, and bullying will not be tolerated and will result in

                                            disciplinary action.

 

Be Responsible                  Discipline problems or misuse of art materials and equipment

 

Be Safe                               Follow all safety procedures accordingly, as it relates to use of tools and                                                        materials.

 

Be Neat                              Clean-up after yourself.

                                            Put away all materials and clean tables at end of class.

                                            Do not leave a mess for others.

                                            All drink containers must have a secure lid to prevent spills.

 

Be Productive                    You are here to learn, create, and use your time wisely. Do not repeatedly ask                                                 for a hall pass. 

                                            Such habits will affect class participation grades.

 

Be Respectful                     Respect artwork in the room.

                                            Do not touch something that is not yours.

                                            Such behavior will result in disciplinary action.

                                            Talking during appropriate studio work time should be kept to a tolerable, low                                                   volume level.

                                            Be kind. Do not disrupt others.

                                            Appropriate and clean language is expected.

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Thank You for time and understanding.

I look forward to a creative and fun learning experience with your child.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via email or by school phone.

 

 

Mrs. Shelly Hamilton

shamilton@onteora.k12.ny.us

845-657-2373