NORTHWEST GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM

Amber Bryant Beth Herrick

bryanta2@gcsnc.com herricb@gcsnc.com
(336) 605-3300 Ext. 503 (336) 605-3300 Ext. 505

COURSE: Visual Art (Beginning) Syllabus Website: nwhsvisualarts.weebly.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Prerequisite: None, Open to all grades 9-12
This is a fundamentals course that offers a basic introduction to elements/principles of art, media, color theory, art
concepts/techniques, and history of art. It provides experiences in drawing, design, color, painting, graphics, sculpture,
ceramics, crafts, and art appreciation. This course is a prerequisite for all visual arts courses.

COURSE ESSENTIAL STANDARDS AND CLARIFYING OBJECTIVES:

B-Beginning High School Standards, V-Visual Literacy, CX-Contextual Relevancy, CR-Critical Response
Essential Standard Clarifying Objective Students will be able to
B.V.1 B.V.1.1 B.V.1.4 Use the language of visual arts to communicate effectively.
B.V.2 B.V.2.1 B.V.2.3 Apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression.
B.V.3 B.V.3.1 B.V.3.3 Create art using a variety of tools, media, and processes, safely and appropriately.
B.CX.1 B.CX.1.1 B.CX.1.5 Understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts.
B.CX.2 B.CX.2.1 B.CX.2.4 Understand the interdisciplinary connections and life applications of the visual arts.
B.CR.1 B.CR.1.1 B.CR.1.2 Use critical analysis to generate responses to a variety of prompts.

GRADING AND ASSESSMENTS:

Overall Grades Assessments
Quarter Grades
Quarter 1..20% Portfolios (consists of all art projects)
Critiques & Participation.20%
Tests and quizzes
Projects & Tests.35% Quarter 2..20% Semester and Final Exams
Art Criticism and Critique
Quarter 3..20%
Quiz & Vocab/Studio Exercises20% Sketch Book or Process Book
Quarter 4..20% Daily Participation/Vocab/Studio Worksheets
Sketch Book or Process Book25% Presentations/Self-Evaluations
Final Exam...20% Gallery/Museum Papers

LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
Projects: A deduction of 10 points is immediately taken the day after the project is due and not turned in, then 5
points off for every day after the assignment is late. If at the end of the quarter you have not turned in the
assignment, it will stay a zero.
Sketch Book or Process Book: A deduction of 5 points is immediately taken the day after the assignment is due
and not turned in, then 1 point off every day thereafter. If the assignment is not turned in before the end of the
quarter, the grade will stay a zero.

MAKE-UP/MISSED ASSIGNMENTS:
If make-up work is needed due to absences, students are allowed 3 school days to make up missing work. The student
must speak to the teacher about the work due for each class missed. Use the visual arts website to stay abreast of all
assignments even when absent. Students have the option of turning in incomplete work (50% complete) on the
assigned due date and once returned to the student, they will have the remainder of that quarter to work on it
outside of class and resubmit for a high final grade. Make sure the work is turned in BEFORE the quarter deadline.
Q1 October 28th, Q2 January 24th, Q3 March 30th, Q4 June 9th
GRADING RUBRICS:
NWHS art rubrics will be used to grade projects, sketch books/process books, and collaborative group work. The rubrics
define all expectations and intended outcomes for each project.
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SUPPLIES
ART I
_____ 1 9x12 Sketch book 100 sheets (wire bound)
_____ 2 White plastic erasers or kneaded erasers
_____ 1 A range of graphite drawing pencils: 2B, 4B, and 6B
_____ 1 A stump/tortillon for blending
_____ 1 A set (any size) of colored pencils
_____ 1 Zipper storage supply pocket for binder
_____ 1 Folder for notes
_____ 2 Fine tip and thick tip black markers (sharpie)
_____ 1 Glue Stick
2nd Semester
_____ 1 Plastic Paint Palette with LID!!(Loew Cornell)
_____ 1 Stretched canvas/canvas board, about 16x20
_____ 1 Set of paint brushes
SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM
TIMELINE
Beginning Visual Art is designed to reinforce and build on
knowledge and skills developed at the elementary and middle
school levels. The course emphasizes the study of the
elements of art and principles of design, color theory,
vocabulary, art criticism, art history, and safety in the art
room.
First Semester
Elements and Principles of Design
Create examples of the elements and principles of design
Portfolio Design using your name
Shape
Playing Card Design
Positive/Negative Shape Project

_____ DONATIONS! Tissues, Ziploc bags, Clorox Wipes, etc. Line

Leonardo da Vinci
** First 5 items are needed ASAP! ** Still Life Drawing with Contour Line and Value
All other materials (except painting supplies 2nd semester) are
needed by third week in September Value
Michaels Hobby Lobby Value exercises: range, stippling, hatching and shading
1206 Bridford Pkwy Unit C 1317 Bridford Pkwy Work with various shapes and apply value to those shapes
Greensboro, NC 27407 Greensboro, NC 27407 Edgar Degas and Mary Cassatt
Or Grid Drawings
1616 Highwoods Blvd
Greensboro, NC 27407 Texture
Inventive Texture Drawing
REMIND
Text reminder application that will allow your teacher to Space
Renaissance and Michelangelo
periodically send out classroom and school reminders via
Perspective
text message to help take the burden of remembering off of One and Two Point Perspective
you. To participate in receiving text message reminders, Frank Lloyd Wright
simply text to 81010 with the message Architecture Project

1st Period: Art I Second Semester

Message: @3eb84 Color
Color Wheel and color theory
2nd Period: Art I
Pointillism and Seurat
Message: @0abd8a
Pointillist Postcards
PROGRAM WEBSITE Cubism and Picasso
Monochromatic cubism painting on canvas
http://nwhsvisualarts.weebly.com
Located on NWHS homepage, under Cultural Arts Van Gogh
tab. Once there, Art I tab and resources located on Expressionist Painting on canvas with a limited palette
the left hand column.
Course Syllabus Winslow Homer
Policies & Procedures Analogous Animals
Remind Form
Sketch Book Assignments Clay houses
Resources Wiki with week to week Collage Project
schedules and downloadable lessons
National Art Honor Society, Trips, Etc. Final Exam Map of Our Lives
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Sketch Book Homework Assignments, 2016 - 2017

VISUAL ART (BEGINNING), ART I

These are HOMEWORK assignments, intended for work at home, not in class. Late homework will be accepted
with 5 points taken off after the original due date and 1 point per day thereafter. If the assignment is not turned
in before the end of the quarter, the grade will result in a 0. You have the option of turning in an in-complete
(work that is at least 50% complete) assignment on the designated due date, to then work on it at home and turn
it back in for a higher final grade by the end of that Quarter without late penalty points.

Your sketch book grade will be based upon:

1. Composition Use of space on the picture plane.
2. Value/Shading 6 values must be used ranging from very light to very dark.
3. Foreground, middle ground, and background Give a sense of depth.
4. Craftsmanship and Neatness.
5. Effort Does it appear youve spent at least 2hrs. on the drawing, 1hr./week?

09/15/16: Draw any object and make it look like its melting, dont use a candle and be creative!
09/29/16: Create an abstract composition. Use your elements and principles to create the design. Use color!
10/13/16: Draw a bowl of fruit and use pencil or color it, must show emphasis on value.
10/27/16: Create or draw something that scares you personally. Make sure to draw more than just an object.

***All Sketches above are due for a grade by October 28th 2016 (End of 1st Quarter)***

11/10/16: Find an image in magazine/newspaper, cut it in half, glue it in your SB and draw the other half.
12/01/16: Show something youre thankful for through a drawing.
12/15/16: Illustrate something that you would like to do on your winter vacation (Ski, skate, sleep, etc.).
01/12/17: Draw a piece of cake, pie, or any dessert on a plate and make it look delicious.

***All Sketches above are due for a grade by January 24th 2017 (End of 2nd Quarter)***

01/26/17: Tools or electronics. (Any kind; at least two. Sitting on a table or being used)
02/09/17: Illustrate a joke (Choose a joke & draw a picture that goes with it, G-rated)
02/23/17: Create a one or two point perspective drawing. Subject matter: Room, hallway, city, etc.
03/09/17: Draw an object with texture (Example: Animal with fur or scales)
03/23/17: Create a vase w/flowers realistically or the flowers can look dangerous or abstract, your choice.

***All Sketches above are due for a grade by March 30th 2016 (End of 3rd Quarter)***

04/06/17: Create a vase w/flowers realistically or the flowers can look dangerous or abstract, your choice.
04/27/17: Draw the interior of something (room, car, closet, etc.)
05/11/17: Draw your favorite junk food and wrapper
05/25/17: Free choice, BE CREATIVE!

***All Sketches above are due for a grade by June 9th 2016 (End of 4th Quarter)***
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RULES AND PROCEDURES IN VISUAL ARTS CLASSROOM

1. DO NOT BE LATE FOR CLASS! See Northwest Tardy Policy

2. BE RESPECTFUL to yourself, your teacher, administrators, other students, visitors, and materials.
3. Bring all required materials to class each day. Do not come to class unprepared.
4. Art class is not a social time for visiting friends. Art class is for improving your creativity and ability; if you do not do the
work, you will not receive a passing grade. No extra credit will be giving when the expected work is not done and turned in.
5. All assignments must include your first and last name, date and class period. No name, no grade!
6. Art I - Projects will be kept in class and given back to you in April before the art show. All other classes Keep your art in a
safe place (class/portfolios or home) for the art show in April and competitions.
7. You are not allowed do work from other classes in art class. If you are caught doing work from another class, it will be
taken from you and may NOT be returned to you. Likewise, do not work on art in other classes.
8. Every student must contribute to the clean-up process. A deduction of participation points will be taken for not cleaning
his/her area or materials.
9. If students need additional studio time, they can make arrangements with their teacher. We are generally available daily
before and after school.
10. Cell Phones may be used for music (with head phones only) and to use as research for projects. They may NOT BE USED
DURING INSTRUCTION, to watch videos, take pictures, talk on the phone, play games, etc. unless otherwise instructed by
the teacher. See school cell phone policy
11. Bathroom Policy. No use of the restroom during the first and last 10 minutes of class, use the restroom during class change.
12. Hall Passes. Northwest is enforcing the use of hall passes. If you are leaving the classroom, you must have a hall pass with
you designating your destination. (You are never allowed to go to your car throughout the school day.)

CONSEQUENCES TO VIOLATING CLASSROOM AND SCHOOL RULES

CONSEQUENCE 1 Verbal Warning
Possible Student Conference with Mrs. Bryant/Mrs. Herrick
CONSEQUENCE 2 Parent Contact
Detention with Mrs. Bryant/Mrs. Herrick, Rm. 501/503
CONSEQUENCE 3 Parent Contact
Administrative Contact
After School Detention: Monday-Thursday, Rm.106 @4:00-4:45
CONSEQUENCE 4 + Referral to the appropriate grade-level administrator

PLEASE FILL OUT, SIGN, DETACH FROM SYLLABUS AND RETURN TO YOUR TEACHER

Student First and Last Name: ______________________________________________

Class - Circle One: Art I Art II H. Art III H. Art IV AP Studio Photo Design

Parent/Guardian Name: ________________________________ Email: _____________________________

Best Contact Number (Parent/Guardian): (_____) ________ - __________________

I, student of Northwest Guildford High School, have read through the rules, procedures, syllabus, sketch book
assignments, and supply list for the visual arts class; I agree and will adhere to all.

Student Signature: ______________________________________ Date: __________