AWP 2O1, Sculpture, Grade 10, Open
Description/Rationale:
By combining traditional and contemporary art forms with new art forms, this Sculpture class will offer students further development in the elements and principles of design, knowledge of artist, and art heritage. The student will develop an understanding of 3 dimensional arts using a variety of media. The student will explore the many uses of sculpture, from the simple handmade forms of early cultures to the extremely varied application of sculpture in today’s modern society. The student will develop an understanding of how sculpture’s function has changed throughout the history of man and why these changes have taken place. They will have the opportunity for creative expression through using their imagination and acquired skills. Teacher demonstrations will be provided showing a variety of sculptural techniques. Students will keep a sketchpad/notebook and develop a portfolio. Varieties of media art are created with a focus on the solving of expressive and creative problems in the context of Gospel values.
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Unit |
Title |
Medium |
Activities |
Due Dates |
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1 |
Renaissance |
Bas-Relief/Plaster of Paris |
Low (Bas) Relief Summative Assignment
History of Bas Relief/ throughout different cultures/focus on Renaissance
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Research Activities
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Tests/Quizzes |
Sept-Oct |
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2 |
Constructionism |
Wire/found objects |
Kinetic Mobile
History focusing on Constructionism movement
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Research Activities
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Tests/Quizzes |
Nov-Dec |
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3 |
Op Art |
Paper |
Paper Sculpture/Optical art Summative Assignment
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Jan-Feb |
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4 |
Surrealism |
Nylon/Wire |
Nylon Sculpture Summative Assignment
A look at Surrealism
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Research Activities
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Tests/Quizzes |
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5 |
Gothic |
Clay |
Gothic Gargoyle Summative Assignment
History of Gothic art and Gargoyles from different cultures
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Research Activities
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Tests/Quizzes |
Mar-Apr |
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6 |
Post Modernism |
Found objects Assemblage |
Culminating Assemblage
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May-Jun |
Evaluation of Student Achievement
Course Evaluation
1. Term Work (70%)
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Summative Activities
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Research Activities
2. Culminating Activities (30%)
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Category Weighting for all Units |
Mark Breakdown |
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] Knowledge/Understanding (i.e. Tests, quizzes, research etc.) |
20% |
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] Thinking/Inquiry/Problem Solving (i.e. Sketches, journals, written assignments etc.) |
20% |
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] Communication (i.e. written assignments, oral presentations etc.) |
20% |
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] Application/Making Connections (Media Lab. work) |
40% |
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Total |
100% |
Materials:
Each student must have the following:
Student Notebook: Three-ring binder and lined paper for notes
Use dividers for the following Units:
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Unit 1: Renaissance
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Unit 2: Constructionism
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Unit 3: Op Art
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Unit 4: Surrealism
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Unit 5: Gothic Art
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Unit 6: Post Modernism
Each Section should include:
- Cover Page
- Notes/handouts
- Returned quizzes, worksheets, tests, etc.
- Completed checklists/Daily Logs (when you start the next unit)
Sketchbook
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In this course, all students are required to keep a record of all their artwork and ideas. This sketch book may contain written information, expressing ideas, experiences, questions, reflections, personal understanding, or new learning research, illustrations, sketches, and photographs. All units contain sketching activities that directly support the activity being done.
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This sketchbook should also be used to document the planning and development of class assignments and activities. This serves as a handy personal reference to which you can refer for specific procedures that are often difficult to memorize.
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**Note: Sketchbooks are designed to reinforce class work. Work should be done as homework, as directed by the teacher.
Please Note:
§ It is expected that all student work contain positive images of race, gender, and religion. Stereotypes, acts of violence, sexual themes, or use of profanity in student work is unacceptable.
§ Students are to observe and uphold copyright laws and correct use of copyrighted materials.