TEXTILES + JEWELRY

Course Directives
Miss Pickell
Blue Valley High School
Room 552
kpickell@bluevalleyk12.org
Website: pickellart.weebly.com
Perquisite: None

INTRODUCTION:
You can be an artistyou dont have to be born an artist. Artists simply know how to implement
artistic principles with ability that has been developed through practice, and techniques for
unleashing their creativity. This semester, you will engage in activities and projects that will
encourage the growth of these areas in your own artistic development.

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Textiles In this course we will use both natural and synthetic materials and fibers to create
original artwork through exploration of different techniques and processes. We will evaluate textile
and fiber designs from different time periods, cultures and artists while assessing the characteristics
and merits of the work.
Jewelry This course provides an opportunity to work on a smaller scale with different valuable
metals. Techniques will include forming, cutting, and surface refinement of the metal. Historical
and contemporary processes will be explored with an emphasis in design through the Elements of
Art and the Principles of Design.

LEARNING TARGETS:
Textiles:
Explore characteristics of natural and synthetic fibers.
Create textile or fiber art using natural and synthetic substances.
Experiment with different types of surface decoration such as painting, dyeing, resisting,
stitching, distressing, or printing.
Create woven or meshed fabric by using techniques such as weaving, knitting, crochet,
tying, knotting, fusing, recycling, etc.
Explore historical and contemporary textiles artists and techniques
Apply various media, techniques and processes learned to create artwork that is original and
personal.
Jewelry:
Explore methods of cutting metal: snips, bench shears, jewelers saw, punching pliers and
blocks.

Explore methods for texturing metal: hammer texturing, roll printing, stamping, and
punching.
Create and use jump-rings
Create and use rivets to connect multiple layers of metal together
Incorporate jump rings, as links, to connect jewelry components together.
Fabricate jewelry findings, such as hook and hoop closures, s-hooks and bails.
Explore methods of creating rings without soldering (i.e. bending, riveting, overlapping,
punching and shaping)
Explore tab and/or prong setting techniques
Know how to incorporate a variety of non-metal materials into a jewelry piece (i.e. stones,
enamel, found objects, etc.)

COURSE OBJECTIVIES: Upon completion of this class, a student should be able to:

Use the Art Elements and Principles of Design for developing visual solutions to creative
problems.
Appreciate his/her artistic heritage and to understand the relationship between world
events and the creation of art.
Apply the components of critical thinking when evaluating works of art.
Communicate personal responses based on his/her values, philosophies and knowledge
Incorporate current available technologies, which are appropriate and necessary to creative
expression and aesthetic growth.

Art Elements: Line, Shape, Form, Color, Value, Texture, Space.

Principles of Design: Balance, Unity, Proportion, Rhythm, Emphasis, Variety, Movement.

ASSESSMENT:
Grades will be based on a combination of scores received from the following: major projects,
altered books/sketcbooks, class participation, and a final.
1. Major Projects: evaluation will be based upon an understanding of established criteria,
concepts, and technical ability/craftsmanship. Each project is worth 100 points.
2. Altered Books/Sketchbooks: One page will be assigned per week based on specific projects
and/or techniques. The altered book will be used mostly for material and technique
exploration in textiles but will also include sketches for jewelry projects. Students are
encouraged to develop their own ideas for altering their books outside of the pages assigned
in class, this may include personal drawings, writings, etc. Evaluation will be based upon
established criteria, concepts and technical ability/craftsmanship. Each page will be worth
25 points.
3. Class Participation: evaluation is based upon attendance and the quality of effort given in
class. Regular class periods (45 mins.) will be worth 5 work points and block periods will be
worth 10 points.
4. Final: evaluation will be based upon the last project completed in class. The project will be
proposed and designed by the student and will include an artists statement and
presentation that will be shared on the day of the final. The final is worth 10% of you grade.

LATE WORK:
Major projects will have established due dates. Any works not turned in on the due date will
receive a zero until handed in, but no late penalty will be incurred. However, no late work will be
accepted in the final week of the semester. Weekly Altered Book/Sketchbook pages will be due on
Fridays and may not be turned in late unless there is an excused absence.

GRADING SCALE:
90 - 100 = A
80 - 89 = B
70 -79 = C
60 -69 = D
0 - 59 = F
Note: Grades will be cumulative and rounded. Extra credit opportunities will be discussed when
applicable.

ATTENDANCE:

The attendance policies outlined in the school handbook will be enforced. It is your responsibility
to see me upon your return of an absence to see what youve missed and to make arrangements to
catch up. Since many of the techniques and processes require the use of specialized tools/materials
that cannon leave the classroom, it is essential that you attend as many classes as possible.

TECHNOLOGY:

You may only use your cell phone or MP3 player to listen to music, with earphones, during studio
work time. No texting, watching videos, or playing games will be allowed. I will collect devices that
are used inappropriately and will be given back at the end of class, or turned into the office.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR:

A huge factor that will determine your success in this class will be your attitude. Artists have a
passion that helps them continue to look for possibilities and focus on tedious tasks. The projects
are designed to be challenging, but a positive attitude will give you your best outcome.
You need to always show respect for your projects as well as that of others and the supplies. Never
mark or alter another students project. Conserve art materials and use them for the completion of
your art project.

CLASS FEES:
The fees for this class cover general project supplies. You may need to bring more personalized or
specialized supplies of you go beyond the basic project parameters.