End of Unit Performance Assessment Wheel Pottery Art Exhibition (100 Points): A presentation of pottery on the wheel as art

and critique Role-play Activity: Role: Artist Audience: Observer Format: Critique Topic: Wheel Pottery The Artist: You will gather your finished pieces from the kiln rack. Present the podiums (line up of 12 desks). You will display your exhibit with an artists statement, just as at the gallery. You will present your piece as an artist on his opening day exhibition. Observers and other artists are naturally curious about your piece and want to ask you about your process. You should answer them directly and as thoroughly as possible; remember you have a reason for everything you do. The observer: You will file in and start to gather at the first exhibit. You may be thinking what interesting work! Let the artist know what their successes in your opinion are. But remember you want to help this young and upcoming artist, be sure to be constructive! (as you remember during a critique means you do not simply says it looks good or bad but tell the artist what about it needs to be worked on and what is successful) The other artists are encouraged to ask the young artist about his or her work as well. Once 7 minutes is up you will move on to the next piece. *Questions to consider: What elements of art did she try to incorporate? Why? How did he/she accomplish________? Would you consider this a successful piece? *These are not questions I want you to ask the artist but keep these thoughts in mind when viewing his/her piece. Questions are fine but the artist wants to hear your impression of the piece and wants you to analyze it. Ask questions if it will help you analyze the piece further.

Additional Considerations Please be as constructive as possible with your critique and courteous to your peers. o See attached handout A group will be the observers first and artists second (November 1 st) B group will be the artist first and observers second (November 4 th) Each artist will have no more than 7 minutes to present Review the rubric so you know exactly what is all being assessed.

Please be certain to have your artist statements by the beginning of your presentation and turn it in to me after your turn to go o See attached assignment. Artist Statement Assignment

Artist statements should discuss you views on art. They should also address your art style and why you gravitate toward those styles. The statement should present what is it that you are trying to communicate as an artist and maybe even where you plan on going. These are professional documents so formatting is important. The statement should be arranged so it transitions naturally from one paragraph to another. Assignment format: If you are unsure of the format look at the example attached for hints, also feel free to ask. a page ( a piece of paper is 8 inches long, this means the last line should be at least 4 inches but not over 6 either) if you are unsure let me know! Size 12 font/ Times New Roman/ SINGLE spaced Title (can be creative! Should reflect your style) Left aligned no indents

You will be displaying your statement along with your critique for other students to read. This will be graded along with your critique (see attached rubric)

Whimsical Proclamations My artwork takes a critical view of social, political and cultural issues. In my work, I deconstruct the American dream, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and lullabies that are part of our childhood and adult culture. Having engaged subjects as diverse as the civil rights movement, southern rock music and modernist architecture, my work reproduces familiar visual signs, arranging them into new conceptually layered pieces. Often times these themes are combined into installations that feature mundane domestic objects painted blue, juxtaposed with whimsical objects, and often embellished with stenciled text. The color blue establishes a dream-like surreal quality, suggests notions of calmness and safety, and formally unifies the disparate objects in each installation. The texts provide clues to context. While I use a variety of materials and processes in each project my methodology is consistent. Although there may not always be material similarities between the different projects they are linked by recurring formal concerns and through the subject matter. The subject matter of each body of work determines the materials and the forms of the work. Each project often consists of multiple works, often in a range of different media, grouped around specific themes and meanings. During research and production new areas of interest arise and lead to the next body of work. -A. Student Inspirational Thread Knitting is my key to the secret garden, my way down the rabbit hole, my looking glass. Hand knitting started it. From the beginning the process of transforming string into cloth has struck me as magical. And, over the years, that magical process has had its way with me, leading me from hobby to art. Knitting fills me with a sense of accomplishment and integrity, and has proven a most amenable vehicle for translating inner vision to outer reality. I knit from the inside out. Though I work quite deliberately, consciously employing both traditional and innovative techniques, my unconscious is the undisputed project manager.

The concrete, repetitive nature of this work frees my imagination and provides many opportunities for happy accident and grace to influence the finished product. Recently I discovered some childhood drawings: simple, crayoned patchworks that resonate deeply with my fiber work. Inspired and invigorated by a renewed sense of continuity, and awed by the mystery of how creation occurs, I am now knitting richly varied fabrics exploring many patterns, textures and colors. Once knit, the fabrics are pieced to form an always new patchwork from which I make my garments and accessories. -B. Creative
Constructive Criticism As the artist: 1. First Reaction is not the best reaction Dont react initially. Calmly listen and acknowledge the feedback. Do not take it personally; the observers are there to make you better. It is difficult as an artist and usually the first reaction to a criticism of an artwork is become defensive because of the time you have spent with creating it. If you become upset, take a deep breath and consider the validity of the observers point, also be sure to note that is one persons opinion. 2. Remember the Benefit of Getting Feedback Remember that hearing from your peers will help you improve and think of new and different ways to express yourself. They need to comment on it is part of their role as an observer, and you role as an artist will be to acknowledge ways to improve. Even uneducated public viewer can give meaningful advice, respect all observers contributions. Getting negative reactions is not necessarily bad, most famous artist including Vincent Van Gogh, Michelangelo, and Monet have all endured harsh criticisms in their career. 3. Listen for understanding If you are unclear about someones comment ask them or you can repeat their comment in your own words, it is possible you misinterpreted their comment. It is possible the observer was nervous and didnt articulate his/her comment well. As the Observer 1. Back up your thoughts Be sure to indicate the concerns you have by pointing out improvement that can be made and where. Avoid making short declaratives such as I think you could have had better craftsmanship .A better sentence like More attention to the surface area may help the viewer understand if you are going for a rough look or a smooth look. This sentence does not attack the artist yet gives the artist more direction for future pieces and offers insight to things they may have overlooked. Using proper vocabulary is useful to articulate your ideas better.

2. No one likes to be the bearer of bad news. It may seem though to talk critically about your peers work but you should keep in mind that your advice is helpful to the artist and a valuable part of making art is analyzing you art as well as others. You provide a fresh perspective for the artist and since art is meant to be seen as an observer you are meant to react to it. That being said, not all initial reactions will be negative be sure to note successes in the work as well. 3. Dont put others down When stating a criticism you must make it about the work and the person. Separating artwork from the artist may seem difficult but you must remember the art work should be the only thing we are examining. Also, adding positive feedback is helpful to the artist as well.

Rubric
Project: Wheel Thrown Points Possible: 100
Criterio n As an artist 20-25 Points Students presented their art on time and were able to concisely and thoroughly respond to the observers. Students stayed in role and responded appropriately to constructive criticisms. 15-20 Points Student presented artwork on time and were able to eventually answer the observers. Students seemed slightly irritated or emotionally defensive about constructive criticisms. Stayed in character most of the presentation. Student responded to 1 or 2 pieces. The student paid attention most of the time. Responses to art work may have been unclear or too general I like it statements. Student showed up or was tardy a few times. Student participated for most activities. Student rarely forgot to tidy up. 0-15 Points Student was not on time or did not respond appropriately to the observers. The student was bother by constructive criticisms. Student did respond to observers. Student may have personally attacked the artist or did little to contribute. The student was distracted from the critique often. Student did minimal tidying. The student rarely participated or showed up.

As an observe r

Work Ethic

Student contributed by responding to 3 or more art works and used pertinent vocabulary. Student was able to do so constructively and did not personally attack the artist. Observer was quietly contemplating art while she/he was not contributing. Student show up and was on time for all classes and participated fully. He/she contributed to class discussions and asked questions if needed. Student kept his/her assigned area tidy. His or her piece was thoroughly thought about, shows good craftsmanship (no scratches, dents, fingernail marks) and exhibits understanding of the steps as well as creativity.

Finished piece

The piece was complete and showed some creativity. The piece did not exhibit mastery of all the steps.

Piece was unfinished. The artwork showed poor craftsmanship.

Artist stateme nt

The statement was correctly formatted and free from grammatical and spelling errors. The paragraphs were cohesive and the statement reflected the students work.

There were 2-3 spelling or grammatical errors. The statement lacked cohesion or the statement mostly reflected the work.

The statement was difficult to read and contained many grammatical errors. The statement was poorly organized.