Art 1

Art I is a beginning course in the fine arts designed to introduce students to the

fundamental elements and principles of art and art production. Students will

explore a variety of media and techniques through completion of class projects

with an emphasis on good drawing skills. Student work is evaluated by objectives

defined prior to the start of each assignment as well as by class participation.

Subject areas may include the following:

* Drawing-Pencil, Pen & Ink, Pastel
* Painting-Tempera, Watercolor
* Printmaking-Stamping, Linoleum
* Sculpture/Ceramics-Paper-mache, Hand-building
* Crafts-Fibers, Collage, Papermaking
Evaluation Criteria:
* Class Projects
* Sketchbook
* Research Paper
* Midterm
* Final
* Participation
* Clean-up Supplies:
* 3-ring binder (1")
* Pencil box
* 2-#2 pencils, 2-black ballpoint pens, eraser
* Sketchbook 9"x12" 50-100 sheets*

*Students may need to supply or purchase supplemental materials for class
General Class Guidelines:
* Be at table ready for prayer when the bell rings
* Put all bags on counter
* Respect classmates' ideas and suggestions
* Be willing to try new ideas
* Respect all others when taking turns to speak
* Think before you speak
* Use all class time wisely
* Always clean up and return all materials when finished