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Class Projects
Quarter 1:
1. Artist Mascot Activity
Each group chose a mascot whose last name began with the letter of their group. The class held a scavenger hunt to compile a list of names, then voted for the one that sounded most interesting. The following class, we learned some biographical information about the selected artist and saw examples of their artwork.
2. Introduction to Portfolio Art Homework
We learned about the two types of homework assignments that are required each term: Imagine and Observe. More information here!
3. Art Elements Review
Quick review of the basic elements within every visual object (including works of art.)
point - line - shape - form - value - color - pattern - texture - space
4. Medieval European Art
During this unit we research the characteristics of Medieval art and then create our own Gothic-styled figure sculpture from paper mache. The sculptures are about people who have influenced us positively and strongly in our lives. The sculptures are on display in the Parker lobby and will be coming home soon.
4. Renaissance Art
During this unit we learn about the change in art styles that occured with the onset of the Renaissance. Students see classic Renaissance drawings and learn about the artwork of important artists of the period including Michelangelo and Leonardo DaVinci. They learn about the style differences between the Italian Renaissance and the Northern Renaissance, and compare and contrast the drawing process used by each group of artists. Studio projects include an observational drawing study of hands, a still life sketch using the Durer grid, and a more complex drawing using linear perspective. Throughout this unit students are encouraged to use the drawing process to learn about what their subject really looks like, noticing accurate proportions, recording observed shape, and working with a more natural style. Stay tuned for examples from class!
Projects Include:
Observed Hand Compositions (Italian Renaissance)Drawing Using a Durer Grid (Northern Renaissance)
Linear Perspective: One and Two Point
Notes for Seventh Graders: Groups I,K,M,O
Fourth Quarter Portfolio Homework Due Date:
6/2/08
Please bring a pencil, glue stick, pair of scissors, and pencil pouch to class. Thank you!
