Monarch K-8 ART
Grades 7, 8

Teacher
Mrs. Pyatt

Classes Offered:

All art classes are a semester in length.

At the Elementary and Middle levels in Art, students are introduced to skills and activities that build a foundation for art expression, knowledge about art, art criticism, and visual literacy. We believe that art should be a hands-on experience that provides a balance in our students’ day and encourages them to express themselves. We hope students leave our classes feeling proud and excited about what they accomplish in art. Student work is displayed around our building and shown in community art shows. One of our goals for the school year is to start a project to beautify the courtyard with tiles.

ART

This course for the beginning or intermediate art student is designed to provide basic skills in several mediums, as well as an appreciation of art in different cultures. It will include drawing, painting, mixed media, and other two and three-dimensional techniques. Drawing instruction may include portraits, still life, and landscape as well as abstract compositions and designs. Other media that may be introduced include printmaking, collage, graphic art, calligraphy, jewelry, ceramics, and sculpture. The curriculum will be adapted to the needs and levels of the students, and the course may be taken more than once. A fee is assessed for materials used.

THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN (3-D Design)

The student will develop skills, understanding, and awareness of the three dimensional creative process. In this course, students will construct three-dimensional forms using methods such as casting, assemblage, carving and modeling. The student will not only study how the piece itself looks from every point of view, but also how it interacts with the empty space which surrounds it. This interaction is the essence of three dimensional design which makes it a unique art from. A fee is assessed for materials used.

DRAWING AND PAINTING

These students will receive individualized instruction in a variety of drawing and painting techniques, materials and concepts. Emphasis will be on using one’s eyes to see beyond the expected. Films, books, and other audiovisual materials will be presented. Involvement in the work, expression of creative ideas, effort and craftsmanship will be expected of all students. A fee is assessed for materials used. This class may be taken for one or two semesters.

POTTERY AND CRAFTS

In Pottery and Crafts, students will be introduced to a variety of craft and folk art materials and methods. Students will use materials such as clay, beads, leather, wax, glass, and more to create well-crafted functional and decorative pieces based on art from different cultures. This course is designed for students who enjoy hand-on projects with no art experience required.

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