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 * Sept. - October Projects and Assignments**

Students are working on a three-part project titled 'Contemporary Genre'. they have chosen a personal object and are creating a large rectangular enlarged image using the object as their subject. They will then work to revise the object for an acrylic painting in a square format. The final piece of this thematic series is the creation of a large canvas using the object in an environmental setting appropriate for the meaning or situation of the object. This final piece will be created with mixed media of their choice.

Journals are currently due on the 28th/29th of September but will be extended due to time and days missed in class. The new deadline will be the week after the October break.


 * Introduction and layout of the course:**
 * ** Welcome to INTEGRATED ART II // - 2010-2011 //**

= = = //** The Integrated Art II course is designed along the SAS Visual Arts Teaching Agreements with a three-part organizational guideline including CONCEPT-RESEARCH-SKILL. In addition students will be expected to analyze and synthesize their research and process. The SAS EAGLES are imbedded in the practices and experiences of the course. **// =

// COURSE DESCRIPTION //

//Integrated Art II is a year-long course and an extension of Art Foundations with a syllabus that takes the student into more depth with more sophisticated concepts regarding symbolism, cultural and art history reflections and personal connections. Integrated Art II continues to emphasize hands-on practices while students explore a wide range of applications and subject matter related to the art form that is being studied. Students will continue journaling practices with assignments that emphasize knowledge and understanding through research of artists, real and still life sketches, plans for studio project development, reviews of gallery shows, and studies concerning the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Integrated Art II students will be encouraged to become more and more independent in their creative applications of the projects assigned.//

//**The objectives of this class are to:**//
 * Gain a more in-depth understanding of artists & art periods working in the field of study.


 * Recognize and study the art and design of additional cultures including those of Asia and our host country, China.

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 *  · Produce studio work with the intent to explore materials further with good technique and design within that discipline.
 *  · Experiment with multi-media materials and tools at a higher level.
 *  · Reflect in greater depth, research and studio work using imaginative, creative and critical thinking skills.
 *  · Grow and develop artistically through greater experimentation and critical thinking.
 *  · Experience connected conceptual development of an idea or themes.
 *  · Appreciate art and its influence and impact on personal work and our lives.
 *  · Experience greater growth and development that occurs while practicing artistic skills.
 *  · Make additional connections between all the visual arts disciplines.
 *  Understand that growing, as an artist, is a life-long endeavor.

Emphasis in Planning:
 * CONCEPT – RESEARCH – SKILL – SYNTHESIS - REFLECTION **

// ** Syllabus: ** // With Integrated Art II students will submit studio work for evaluation. With exceptions, studio work will be completed in class. If absent, the student is responsible for make up work. Students will complete a self-assessment with their completed assignments for evaluation. Due dates will be announced and posted. Due to the nature of individual studio works, there is no penalty for late work although work must be turned in to receive a grade.
 * Part A, Studio Work (6-8 projects per semester) 60% **

//I//** // Grading // **// of the studio work is based on the following five criteria: // · Creativity / Originality · Organization: Elements of Art and Principles of Design · Technical Qualities, Workmanship · Final Presentation · Citizenship, In class participation and behavior

Journal Assignments will include: personal sketches, cultural / historical research, studio and compositional plans, gallery visits, creative experiments, ideas and materials, drawings to improve observation and technique, critical analysis, connections to environmental, cultural, political, social and personal issues, comparisons and contrasts to other artistic forms and figures.
 * Part B, Journal Work ** ** (Research Workbooks / Sketchbooks/Investigation Books) ** //** Homework!!!!! **// ** (Approximately 3 collection dates) 40% ** All students will be expected to keep a journal / sketchbook in all visual arts classes. Journal assignments are often homework and are given to promote self-discipline, individual practice, and awareness in the arts. Any pages that are confidential may be clipped together for personal privacy. Journals should reflect personal style and design. THERE ARE NO RULES concerning how to complete the assignments. Journals should be creative, thoughtful and reflective of student knowledge and understanding of multiple art experiences. Journals include visual and written documentation.

· Effort and amount of Work · Composition and Presentation · Written Work · Sketches · Vocabulary
 * // Grading // **// of the journals is based on the following five criteria: //

Part C, EXAM 10% // The final exam consists of a final project and a presentation of the CONCEPT-RESEARCH and SKILL supporting that project. // ||