University of Studio Visual Arts

School of Creation, Concept, and Creativity

Conceptual Framework: The University of Studio Visual Arts goal is to develop professional expertise within our students and pass on wisdom, technique, training, and professionalism while studying the aesthetics of differing art forms and historical

perspectives of famous artists as well as todays inspiring artists.

Art Composition: Materials and Mediums University of Studio Visual Arts Spring 2014 Course Instructor: Ms. Lindsey Heck Room # 534 Phone: 813-354-8888 Email: lheck@usva.j11.fl.us

Required Resources:

Textbook
1. Brickler, Ed S. Making Art: Materials and Techniques for Today's Artist. Cincinnati, OH: North Light, 2013. Print.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/making-art-ed-brickler/1114185442?ean=9781440312496

2.

Grant, Kim. Surrealism and the Visual Arts: Theory and Reception. Cambridge, U.K.: Cambridge UP, 2005. Print.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/surrealism-and-the-visual-arts-kim grant/1100959928?ean=9781107403345&itm=3&usri=visual+arts

3.

Honour, Hugh, and John Fleming. The Visual Arts: A History. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2005. Print.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/visual-arts-hughhonour/1101413979?ean=9780205665358&itm=4&usri=visual+arts

Portfolio
1. Presentation Binder 2. Studio Portfolio 23 x 32 bag

3 Ring Binder/Pen/Pencil

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Resources for the Studio Visual Art piece submission (by Semester)

Course Description:
This course is designed for students who are interested in the techniques of crafting and illustrating using multiple art mediums. Students will learn the techniques to craft original pieces from clay, glass, paper mache`, stone, and wire, as well as to create artworks from canvas using water color, oil, acrylic, graphite, charcoal, ink, and colored pencil. This course will compliment and comply with the University of Studio Visual Arts standards for production of studio quality art pieces. Learning experiences will also focus on the art and history of sculpting and illustrating. Technique and creativity plays a major role in this course. While I will assist you, it is YOUR responsibility to familiarize yourself with the tools and medium used. Moreover, while some class time will be allotted for studio work, most of the artwork and creations will be completed outside of the classroom. Please schedule to stay after class if needing verbal assistance on a project. All University course policies, including grading policy, will be followed.

Learning Objectives/Outcomes: Students will be able to:

Discuss the influence of surrealism and criticism in visual art Incorporate different techniques into creating original art forms Increase critical thinking skills and creativity through the development of art pieces Demonstrate the ability to evaluate fine art and support individual perspective Create original pieces from clay, glass, wire, paper mache`, and wood Create original artwork on canvas using water color, oil, graphite, charcoal, acrylic, and ink Develop knowledge of historical artworks and artists Become a more reflective artist, with particular regard to personal skills and attitudes as they compare and contrast with popular criticism

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Develop a philosophy of art itself and as an artist Investigate the diversity of visual arts and techniques and the accurate use of tools and utilities. Experience and reflect using a variety of mediums for visual art forms and artworks.

The end of course Portfolio and (2) Final Pieces completed by due date and time will align with the following USVA Standards:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8. Development: The student understands how to use the techniques and tools regarding the medium used and support their artwork intellectually with personal reflection Diversity: The student understands the differences between mediums and uses creative approaches and opportunities in their artwork Motivation/Behavior: The student preforms adequately and fluently throughout studio time and progresses outside of the classroom to meet individual due times. Meaning: The student creates original art forms that interpret in-depth personal, societal, historical, racial, influential, symbolic, etc meaning that is supported in their reflection. Communication: The student adapts and responds correctly to peer and public criticism from individual artworks submitted. Growth: The students performance and abilities progress during the course and gain content knowledge from the lessons and studio work. Reflection: The individual artworks express a personal refection of the artist that undergoes critical thought and perception.

Assessment Tasks & Grading:

1st Semester (30% of Final Grade) Possible 550 Points 2nd Semester (30% of Final Grade) Possible 550Points Portfolio (10% of Final Grade) Possible 100 Points (2) Studio Submissions (15% of Final Grade) Possible 400 Points