AP 3D DESIGN SYLLABUS PREREQUISITES The Advanced Placement studio art class is by teacher recommendation and is open to students who have successfully taken Introduction to Art, 3D Construction, Pottery 1 WITH Art 2 which is specifically designed as Pre-AP to ensure preparation. Seniors only with above requirements are recommended for an AP 3D Studio Art Course. COURSE DESCRIPTION Advanced Placement studio art is a college level class facilitated in high school. Students study 3dimensional design, which builds a foundation for further study of the visual arts in higher education. It encompasses a strong emphasis on Elements and Principles of Design, personal voice, exploration of new media, and development of techniques and skills for 3D visual problem solving skills. ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART COURSE GOALS 1. Introduction to Various Art Mediums a. Students are able to continuously see their world with new eyes, implementing this new vision through various art mediums. Students are encouraged to visit galleries, exhibits and online resources. b. Through observation and research, students will be able to utilize processes in a more symbiotic application, exploring meaning and interpretation to works of art. 2. Techniques and Interpretations a. Student’s personal experience will grow, expanding their repertoire of techniques, stretching their understanding of art. This is critical for student self-involvement. b. Students will learn art forms, processes, styles, context theories and philosophies together with skills to create, study and interpret works of art. Reading and personal research is an expectation. 3. Art Media and Expression a. Students will create works of art from observation, memory and imagination with a variety of art media exploring open-ended avenues of expression. b. Students will set the problem of task and identify the subject, putting their ideas into action. Realize it. Transform into tangible form. 4. Design Elements and Compositions a. Students will demonstrate the ability to arrange design elements/visual images in a given amount of space creating various compositions. b. Students will be able to creatively involve the coordination of ideas, subject matters, symbols, metaphors and themes into new structures. These structures will be indicative of their connection to the world. 5. Perceptual Skills and Artistic Understanding a. Students will develop perceptual skills and artistic understanding that promote attention to detail, aesthetic relationships and expression content. Skill development and craftsmanship are focus.

AP Testing and Fees: There is a $90 Test Fee Payable to Finance office in March/April Time Frame: TBA There is a $84 Course Fee for all supplies throughout the year. All DEADLINES WILL BE LISTED ON ARTROOM WEBSITE under HOMEWORK During the first week of May, students submit original artwork in slide form to the Advanced Placement College Board for college credit. There are three parts to the test: area of concentration, breadth, and quality. Students must submit a total of 24 original pieces of art. The classroom Art Educator reserves various deadlines throughout the year to pace work completion and progress. Breadth Portfolio: STUDENTS will complete the breadth section of the Advanced Placement studio art curriculum. The breadth section shows a variety of 3D Design approaches using different techniques, composition, and mediums. This section contains 16 images of the student’s best 8 works (2 images of each of the 8 pieces). This work is submitted in slide form through the Internet. (see First Semester Page) Concentration Portfolio: Students will complete the area of concentration section of the Advanced Placement studio art curriculum. This section shows growth and development of an idea. This section contains 12 images of the student’s best works. This work is submitted in slide form through the Internet. These works should be coherent and congruent as a whole in idea or interest. There is a focus process of investigation, growth and discovery. Concentration shows development of the visual language appropriate for the subject. (see Second Semester Page) Quality Portfolio: This section of the portfolio requires 10 images, 2 separate views of 5 of the student’s best works (can be from breadth, concentration or new). The 5 works come from the 24 original pieces that are being submitted for the area of concentration and the breadth sections of the Advanced Placement Studio art examination. For 3D these are also submitted digitally. Submission Process: Students will photograph their works with the digital camera. Students will submit the images online. Students will utilize USB Drives with instructor. AP Drawing and AP 2-D Design: When taking the test, students will place 5 original pieces into provided portfolio case. The case is then sent to the College Board for evaluation and returned via mail during the summer. For 3D these are also submitted digitally. Test Scores: In order to receive Advanced Placement credit students must receive a grade of 3 or more on a 1-6 scale. The number of credits is contingent upon the university. AP BINDER: Some ideas will be brainstormed; observations in class, other sketches will be assigned as homework. Students are also given a 3 RING BINDER to KEEP ALL HAND OUTS and CLASS INFORMATION IN AT ALL TIMES. This must be kept up-to-date and ready for inspection/assessment. Folders will be evaluated quarterly.

FIRST SEMESTER: The first semester is devoted to assignments for the breadth component of the portfolio. The assignments are based on a variety of collected problems commonly encountered in college-level foundation 3D courses. During this semester, students must stay focused on the class assignments. These assignments lay the groundwork for the area of concentration. Students will be presented with artistic challenges, media demonstrations, and various visual lectures. After critique there is expectation that if changes or further work can be made, the student-artist does so (see I.C.A.) Assignments vary with mediums, lectures, demonstrations, etc. SEE PAGES 5-7 FOR PROJECT SUMMARIES BREADTH PORTFOLIO: Students will complete the breadth section of the Advanced Placement studio art curriculum. The breadth section shows a variety of 3D Design approaches using different techniques, composition, and mediums. This section contains 16 images of the student’s best 8 works. This work is submitted in slide form through the Internet. ELIMINATION OF PLAGIARISM: Artwork may be influenced by a particular artist or movement, but the work must be not be copied. Copied work is stealing. Plagiarism will be not tolerated. Plagiarized works will receive a 0%, no credit. To utilize personal work 100% we will begin the first semester by taking personal photographs and beginning to build our reference resource (ongoing throughout the semester with each project) *Students will take 50 photographs of Elements and Principles of Art for the first two weeks using The Photographic Eye. *Students will take 40 more photographs from a choice selection of assignments listed from the Photographic Eye. -Four images per 10 assignments chosen. *All images will be submitted for a grade and critiqued in class. *Photoshop lessons will begin on editing personal photography for composition and utilization of arrangement and photo editing. *The ten BEST images are to be printed and placed in binder post-editing for personal references of artwork and for collaging concepts. *Public images that are referenced for use are only by APPROVAL from teacher based on the images. Each request is circumstantial to student’s idea and degree of alteration. PHOTOGRAPHIC DIARY: As year progresses each assignment requires personal photographs as base of ideas and research for “A” work ethics and establishing your personal artistic voice. Your eye for elements and principles of art and composition develops with continued growth for the visual image. Continued practice of personal photography will assist in developing Concentration Themes for Second Semester. REQUIRED WEEKLY SUBMISSION: Each week student will submit 1 of their favorite personal photos they have taken that week on Edmodo/ Tumblr. It is required with a written assessment of Elements and Principles of Art in that particular image.

SECOND SEMESTER: During the second semester, students will complete the area of concentration. Students build their portfolio during this semester by concentrating on their interests and by building upon their artistic strengths. Students develop their artistic voice. During the second semester, students must complete the area of concentration. Breadth work will not be graded during the second semester. CONCENTRATION PORTFOLIO: Students will complete the area of concentration section of the Advanced Placement studio art curriculum. This section shows growth and development of an idea. This section contains 12 images of the student’s best works (some may be details). This work is submitted in slide form through the Internet. These works should be coherent and congruent as a whole in idea or interest. There is a focus process of investigation, growth and discovery. Concentration shows development of the visual language appropriate for the subject. There will be many approaches to choosing a theme and if one is not approved by deadlines below, one will be agreed upon from a choice selection provided by teacher. Minimum of 7 individual works. (with 5 close ups) Examples of personal investigation: -Introduction of Michael Gelbs 7 Steps of DaVinci will begin your personal investigation into your Concentration Portfolio (C.P.) with inclusion of your written 7 steps of insight. -Individual discussion with Teacher on photographic diary reflection and thematic concepts that become evident through visual diagrams and written assessments -Class discussions on each student’s Personal Strengths in principles, mediums and techniques MONTHLY MEETINGS REQUIRED TO BE SCHEDULED BY STUDENT JANUARY MEETING: -Written proposal of choice Concentration portfolio (What? Why? How?) -Discussion of development of research into C.P. ideas based on thematic approach -Initial personal vision and concept for theme must be apparent in proposal -Successful evidence of personal choice in art making methods/techniques (1-2 image) FEBRUARY MEETING: -Present all research into C.P. idea. Established theme is evident in work (3-4 images) -Continued successful evidence of personal choice in art making methods/techniques -If theme and methods are evident through personal choice then a theme will be presented to student as a selection of 3 choices offered by instructor (based on individual students strengths) -Parent contact in regards to progress and choices made/given MARCH MEETING: -Concentration summary rough draft is submitted with images 5, 6, 7 by end of March APRIL MEETING: -Concentration Summary is finalized with corrections, changes and updates. -Images 8, 9 (9 is minimum number of visual works) st -ALL work is photographed by April 21 MAY MEETING: st -All work is digitally uploaded to AP Website by MAY 1 (tentative) th -Quality Portfolio images are decided from best of both portfolios by May 5 (tentative)

PROJECT CHALLENGE OUTLINE FOLDER GRADES: There will be 1 assessment of folder contents per quarter for the first 3 quarters. -Must include Syllabus and related material -Must include written self reflection (7 steps of DaVinci) -Must include all individual ICPs and Resubmitted ICPs -Must include all visual references used from personal photography -Must include all notes taken during semester lectures, demonstrations, etc. PHOTO ASSIGNMENT 1: -Students will take 50 photographs of Elements and Principles of Art for the first two weeks using The Photographic Eye. Looking only for line, shape, value, form, color, texture, space/emphasis, contrast, repetition, movement, unity, etc.

PHOTO ASSIGNMENT 2: -Students will take 40 more photographs from a choice selection of assignments listed from the Photographic Eye. -Four images per 10 assignments chosen. Must include E/P within the base of the assignment. *All images will be submitted for a grade and critiqued in class. *Public images that are referenced for use are only by APPROVAL from teacher based on the images. Each request is circumstantial to student’s idea and degree of alteration.

PHOTOGRAPHIC DIARY: As year progresses each assignment requires personal photographs as base of ideas and research for “A” work ethics and establishing your personal artistic voice. Your eye for elements and principles of art and composition develops with continued growth for the visual image. Continued practice of personal photography will assist in developing Concentration Themes for Second Semester.

REQUIRED WEEKLY SUBMISSION: Each week student will submit 1 of their favorite personal photos they have taken that week on Edmodo OR Tumblr. It is required with a written assessment of Elements and Principles of Art in that particular image.

3D BREADTH ASSIGNMENTS OUTLINE: 1. 3D Zentangle Pattern Challenge- Looking at Alexander Calder’s mobile 3D sculptures; create a 3D mobile or stationary sculpture in Foamcore & ink that utilizes planes and patterns. 2. 3D Playing Card Sculpture- Looking at Brian Berg’s constructions, create a architectural structure using playing cards. Reference famous architectural buildings around the world. Hot Glue/cutting is allowed. 3. 3D Paper Sculpture/Paper Cutting- Peter Callsen and Jamie Caliri are modern designers that use paper, movement and positive/negative space relationships in their work. Using exacto knives, patterns, +/- space, create your own “fantasy environment” in paper. (colored or white/black) 4. 3D Soft Sculpture and Fabrics- Explore Claes Oldenburg and Yayoi Kusama to create pattern layout of shapes through textures, fabrics, and patterns of an object of your choice. Food or Man Made recommended. 5. 3D Wire Sculpture- using aluminum wire, wire cutters, research Giacometti’s animal and object forms. Create a wire sculpture that exhibits the form through mass and volume. 6. 3D Found Object – inspired by Joseph Cornell. Use found objects to narrate your space through objects and elements of art as a form of movement. 7. 3D Cardboard Project: to create a 3D sculpture of a musical instrument out of cardboard alone. Use layers and shapes to construct your forms. 8. 3D Recycled and Repurposed Art: Reference Inhabitat.com You must create a NEW FUNCTIONAL piece of artwork that is diverse from it’s original function in form. 9. 3D Plaster Sculpture- Comprehend Brancusi and Moore’s smooth lines in their form production and abstraction. Create your own abstraction using plaster 10. 3D Super Sculpey and Armatures- research Liz Lomax and Red Nose Studios. Create a 3D sculpture using Super sculpey tools and processes of your own imaginary characters. Concept drawing is required. 11. 3D Assemblage- Louise Nevelson’s unique forms and contrast geometric vs. organic shapes in compositional arrangement. Must have flow through directional lines and established rhythm. 12. 3D Natural Sculpture- Identify with nature’s textures, lines, colors, forms, etc. by recreating your own version of an Andrew Goldsworthy nature sculpture and use of photography. 13. 3D Thermoplastics- Cosplay has identified a new useable thermoplastic form. Wonderflex and Worbla to “change your appearance” sculpture. Focuses on drawing, pattern and problem solving. 14. 3D Kinetic Sculpture- Theo Jansen is a modern day DaVinci. Research kinetic sculpture as the final challenge (if time allows) 15. 3D Digital Examples of Sculptris and Sketch up. (over Christmas break, free software) 16. 3D Ceramics- working with our ceramics instructor*

GRADING: There is little room for subjectivity for the Advanced Placement Studio art program. You are expected to produce great work in this class that goes above and beyond “effort”. If your work is not good, you will be guided in how to make it better. Critique sessions will help you do this. You will be expected to follow through with the application of instruction. You will understand that quality work and a solid work effort must be maintained in order for you to truly develop as a future artist. Critique: GROUP CRITIQUES will be given day after due date. You must be ready for critique. This means your work displayed on the wall (or table) as soon as you walk into the room. You are required to take part in all class critique sessions. If you do not present your work or take part in the discussion, you will automatically lose 10 pts. YOU MAY NOT WORK ON ART OR ANOTHER SUBJECT DURING CRITIQUE TIME. THIS TIME IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE CLASSROOM COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS. QUALITY EVALUATION OF ART WORK REQUIRES A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT. CRITIQUE IS A MAJOR COMPONENT TO THE ADVANCED PLACEMENT STUDIO ART CURRICULUM. During critiques, you are expected to offer constructive criticism. You should be able to assess the strong and weak points of each person’s work. You need to be able to state clearly your reasons for solving your visual problem in the way that you did. You should be able to answer any questions concerning your work. In general, you are expected to take and active part in this class. AP STUDIO ART INDIVIDUAL CRITIQUE ASSESSMENT (I.C.A. next page) Individual meetings will occur with each major assignment. Teacher and student will review each section of I.C.R. with image present for discussion. Student will be integral in offering what can be done differently to improve image in 3 ways. Image can be re-assessed with changes throughout semester on student’s individual time and commitment.

AP STUDIO ART INDIVIDUAL CRITIQUE ASSESSMENT (I.C.A.) A= 90-100 VERY STRONG/EXCELLENT VISUAL IMAGE …Work is completed with high quality and sensitivity to the execution of medium …Shows confidence in visual problem solving & composition with elements and principles of art …Work is evocative to viewer through composition, subject matter, ideas, and concept …Shows successful engagement with experimentation and risk taking. …Show a strong personal artistic voice B= 80-89 ABOVE AVERAGE/GOOD VISUAL IMAGE …Work is completed with quality and acceptable execution of medium and technique …Show ability to compose image and visual problems are acceptably resolved …Demonstrates some degree of success in ideas …Demonstrates basic understanding of composition …Shows evidence of emerging artistic voice. C= 70-79 AVERAGE/FAIR IMAGE …Work is completed with average quality and beginner execution of medium …Show some ability to compose image but visual problems are not resolved. …Further development of technical skill is needed to master visual piece …Shows a moderate success level …Artistic voice is minimal if any. D= 60-69 STRUGGLING/WEAK IMAGE …Technique is inconsistent and requires more personal investigation …Solves problems simplistically with little investigation of ideas or purpose …Composition is weak and E/P of art are not utilized …Shows limited thinking in concept …Little to no development with artistic voice F= 59 UNPREPARED/NEGLECTED IMAGE …Technique is weak and awkward and has not been explored …Shows very little or no thinking in visual challenge …Reveals a misunderstanding of technique and poor composition with E/P of design …Shows a lack of awareness for the recording and translating of visual imagery. …No artistic voice is evident in creation process ________INITIAL GRADE AGREED UPON BY TEACHER AND STUDENT ( ___-10 pts. if late) THREE APPROACHES TO IMPROVE MY IMAGE: 1. __________________________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________________________ ___PLEASE RESUBMIT WITH CHANGES/NEW IMAGE

GUIDELINES FOR CLASSROOM: Please respect the Computers: They are for art classes only. You may not work on or print out another assignment on these computers. Do not download music or place games on the computers. Do not surf the Internet or use the laser printer, unless instructed to do so for an assignment. There is to be no food or drink by the computers. Jump Drives or USB Drives are required for the class. Please plan on at least a 4GB min for all images. These will be used for the AP Studio Art class specifically. Color Laser Printer: Studio art may use the color laser printer for classroom critiques, submission to art shows and for the Advanced Placement Examination. CLASSTIME: You are expected to be on time, present and utilizing class-time for the creation time that is required for AP portfolios. You are expected to be working on portfolio work out of class. AP Studio art requires a personal dedication to your craft that can only be demonstrated in growth by the time, development and expression that comes with visual arts. Reading supplements given are expected. Represent yourself as a developing young professional artist.

LAST BUT NOT LEAST, THE MOST IMPORTANT RULE OF ALL:

TEXTING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED! THERE IS ABSOLUTE NO USE OF CELL PHONES WITHOUT PERMISSION DURING AP CLASS TIME. I AM NOT ON MY CELLPHONE AND NOR SHOULD YOU BE! Cell phones are only used when requested as part of an assignment;

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