AP Studio Art Syllabus M. Pendleton 3D Portfolio Course Description AP Studio Art portfolio is a course developed for students who have a serious interest in developing skills in the areas of composition, problem solving, and artistic execution. This course is recommended for students who have been evaluated as independent workers and structured students with a high quality work ethic. The course is rigorous and requires students to demonstrate their commitment. During the first week of school, the course is outlined to the students. The individual sections of each portfolio — quality, concentration, and breadth — are discussed in detail. I show extensive examples from both the AP Studio Art website and past students’ work that correspond to each section of the portfolio. Additionally, the students review the images and instructions on the AP Studio Art: 3-D Design Poster and development packet. Students are expected to produce quality work that develops mastery in concept, composition, and execution of ideas.
Course Goals ● Mastery in concept, composition, and execution (Quality) ● Develop a strong body of work investigating a strong visual idea (Concentration) ● Study a variety of concepts and approaches, demonstrate a range of abilities in techniques, problem-solving, and ideation (Breadth) ● Making art is an on-going process (re-working and upgrading opportunities) ● Group and individual critiques ● Adherence to the concept artistic integrity ● Comprehension of the dangers of plagiarism
Artistic Integrity An in-depth, on-going discussion centering on this topic includes a PowerPoint Presentation asking the essential question, “What makes an artwork original?”. Students will work to define appropriation and plagiarism while specifically examining the work of artist Damien Hirst. Reflection upon the concept of originality and personal intention will continue throughout the school year with reminders and class discussions on the subject.
Resources ● School ensures student has access to art materials and resources necessary to meet the standards for the portfolio they choose to submit ● PPT and shared Google doc slides (digital images) ● Reproductions ● Digital studio (camera, tripod, Photoshop, internet access ● Art texts ○ Stewart, Mary. Launching the Imagination . 4th ed. New York: McGraw Hill, 2012. Print. ○ Gardner, Helen, Richard G. Tansey, and Fred S. Kleiner. Gardner's Art through the Ages . 14th ed. Boston: Wadsworth, 2013. Print. ○ Gardner, Helen, Richard G. Tansey, and Fred S. Kleiner. Gardner's Art through the Ages . 14th ed. Bost on: Wadsworth, 2013. Print. ○ Jong, Cees De., Alston W. Purvis, and Le Coultre Martijn F. The Poster: 1,000 Posters from Toulouse-Lautrec to Sagmeister . New York: Abrams, 2010. Print. ○ Garrels, Gary. Jasper Johns: Seeing With the Mind's Eye . New Haven: Yale UP, 2012. Print. ○ Williams, Donald, and Barbara Vance. Wilson. Caves to Canvas . 3rd ed. Macquarie Park, N.S.W.: McGraw-Hill, 2007. Print. 1
○ Eldon, Dan, and Kathy Eldon. The Journey Is the Destination: The Journals of Dan Eldon . San Francisco: Chronicle, 1997. Print. ○ Adams, Laurie S. Art Across Time . 4th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2011. Print. ○ Simblet, Sarah. Sketchbook for the Artist . New York, NY: DK, 2009. Print.
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Students will work hard and participate both in and outside of class. Homework assignments will be completed on time. No late work will be accepted. Students will come to class prepared with sketchbook and supplies. Students will learn to properly care for and respect their art materials and studio. Best effort will be put forth at all times, as an artist and individual.
Summer Assignments 3D Assignment #1: Figure Model Medium(s): Clay, recycled materials, or foam Instructions: Research Rodin, Michelangelo, Giacometti, Brancusi, Henry Moore or Arp. Create a work as an “ode” to one of these artists (NOT a replication). If you use clay, we will fire the work when you return to school. 3D Assignment #2: Blow It Up Medium(s): Cloth, string, fabric Instructions: Select a subject to enlarge which is normally quite small (ex. a paper clip, watch, corkscrew, bugs, etc.). Make either a soft sculpture by sewing fabrics and flexible materials together and stuffing the form with cotton or newspaper OR create a rigid sculpture using cardboard, tape, and glue. Thematic Exploration Instructions: In a sketchbook (A4 size or larger), fill ten sketchbook pages with ideas for the Concentration portion of your AP Portfolio (6-8 works focused around a single theme). Thematic examples include: mental disorders, villains in the news, the 7 deadly sins, etc. For advice and insight on thematic topics, visit: http://www.studentartguide.com/articles/a-level-art-ideas. You must present at least three unique themes on the first day of class. Pinterest Board Instructions: Create a Pinterest board to assist in choosing your portfolio theme. You must pin 10+ pins before August 19. Follow the directions below. 1. Go to www.pinterest.com 2. Log-in with username and password 3. Find the board with your name 4. Begin searching for “pins” in the upper left hand corner 5. Search for the following: a. Artists you admire b. Mediums you intend to use (i.e. photography, pen and ink) c. Project/theme ideas 6. Once you find something of interest, click “Pin It” and use the drop down menu to select your board
Homework The AP Studio Art course requires great effort both in and out of the classroom. Homework assignments will be completed on time as assigned by the teacher. No late homework will be accepted. These expectations will be validated by a contract signed by student, teacher, and parent.
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Possible Breadth Project Topics 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
Create a sculpture of a friend using Lucien Freud’s impasto technique Choose a song that represents your current state of mind and respond in a work created in a medium of your choice Brainstorm “broken” aspects of your life and illustrate them in a 3D manner, avoiding cliches Choose a contemporary 3D artist and a historical artist and marry together their techniques and subject matter into a work of your own Juxtapose two distinctly different aspects of modern life and create an inspired work Represent your own personal journey: past, present, and future in a series of 3 works A plasticine figure showing movement A wheel thrown vessel A ceramic piece that has been created by several thrown vessels combined into the creation of one non-objective form An abstract plaster carving Show movement through space with the repetition of found objects Create a ceramic pirate’s chest with working drawer Cardboard gigantic hand or foot Create a functional piece of clothing made from recycled materials Create a clay model of a modern age mode of transportation Create the bust of a child in clay
Possible Concentration Topics 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23.
Create pottery vessels both handmade and wheel thrown Build assemblages based on the works of Louise Nevelson Design and construct theatrical set models Build a series of wood constructions showing movement through space Build kinetic sculptures based on Alexander Calder Build found object figurative sculptures based on Marisol Carve soapstone memorial/monument sculptures Use foam core to create a park landscape sculpture Coil built sculptural humanoid forms Do a series of wheel works that are raku fired Throw a set of dishes based on textures found along a rough coastline Do a series of fiber works, such as weavings, feltings, etc… Do your personal history depicted in bas relief Design and construct educational toys Design and build a theatrical set: actual size Cast a sculptural series of simplified forms based on Constantin Brancusi Experiment with slips and Japanese surface decorations on simplified wheel ware Do a sculptural series of environments Do a series of found object sculptures Do a series of earthen works in the style of Andrew Goldsworthy Create masks for a movie production Do a series of wrappings based on the works of Christo Draw a fantasy boxes giving homage to the media darlings in the style of Joseph Cornell
Critiques Critiques will be approached after each project is completed. Each critique will be a learning experiences for all involved. Expectations on behalf of both teacher and student include respect for the artistic process, our fellow artists, and their efforts. Prior to the critique, students will brainstorm to answer the following two questions: 3
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How will I present my intentions in this work in a clear and concise manner? What questions will I ask my audience to help me grow as an artist?
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Elements & Principles Presentations, trading card swap Outline group critique structure, concept: vocab (elements and principles), list of prompts Plagiarism discussion, on-going talks regarding artistic integrity Composition discussion: rule of 3rds, Golden Ratio, focal point Possible Breadth Projects: designed to expand creativity and artistic confidence ○ For a list, see above. Approaches Introduction: Pinterest, thumbnail sketches, collage, word webs, writing prompts, concept boards Concept of elevating work: rework, reuse, upgrade Medium Exploration Presentations Digital Portfolio Instruction: shooting and editing work (Breadth section) Final: Critique based on AP Studio Art rubric, blind evaluation of classmates Breadth portfolio (scale of 1-6)
Spring Course Schedule ● Artistic integrity discussion ● Possible Concentration Topics (see above) via brainstorming inspiring artists + mediums + social issues ○ Artists: Frank Stella, Banksy, Andy Warhol, Frank Gehry, Frank Lloyd Wright, Georgia O’Keeffe, Cy Twombly, Basquiat, Da Vinc ○ Mediums: charcoal, pen, pencil, spray paint, conte crayon, styrofoam, watercolor, embroidery, ink, clay, glass ○ Social issues: LGBT, feminism, sexism, bullying, teenage pregnancy, religious freedoms, disease, environmental pollution, war, famine, drugs, obesity, smoking, sexual trafficking, gambling ● Accordion Book Project: Mini-concentration exercise, concept cards ● Concentration Projects (9 works in total) ● Digital Portfolio Instruction: shooting and editing work (Concentration section, Breadth upgraded work) ● Selection of Quality portion of the portfolio (5 works to ship)
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Quarterly grades will consist of: ○ Formative assessments (homework, conferencing, etc.) ○ Summative assessments (critiques and projects) Semester grades will consist of: ○ Q1: 42% ○ Q2: 42% ○ Final: 16% (Critique + portfolio)
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Dear Students and Parents: Congratulations on your acceptance into AP Studio Art for this school year. This is an advanced, college-level course and will require serious work and dedication as an artist. Students who are unwilling to make this commitment should rethink their program. In May, students will be required to submit a portfolio of 18 original works. Twelve slides (10 works) will be submitted the Breadth category, showing mastery of diverse media, and 12 slides (8 works) will be an exploration of the Concentration area. Obviously, this is a large portfolio, and students must be willing to create at least one work per week. 3-D DESIGN CONTRACT The purpose of an AP course is to help students prepare for college. The AP Studio Art 3-D Design course will be taught at a faster pace than the normal high school art course, with higher-level skills, outside projects, readings, and gallery and exhibit visits expected. Because of the nature of the course, it is important that the teacher, student, and parents agree to commit the time and energy that are needed to complete it successfully. There are set criteria for this course that must be met in order to receive AP credit for the semester. RESPONSIBILITIES Teacher: I agree to help the students prepare for the AP Exam by making available new information and media, teaching the skills they will need for undertaking the portfolio, assisting them with the preparation of their portfolio, helping them to evaluate their own portfolio and the work of others, and providing them with individual tutoring. I will make parents aware of any learning or progress problems that may arise so that by working together we may solve them. Student: I am aware of the criteria for the AP Studio Art 3-D Design course, and I agree to accept the responsibility for the preparation needed to complete the course. This includes: ● completing portfolio works in a timely manner, roughly one work per week ● agreeing to the mandatory submission of a portfolio, or loss of AP credit ● agreeing to an honor code of original work Parent: I am aware of the criteria for the AP Studio Art course, and I agree to help my child, ● pay the AP Exam fee (roughly $120USD) ● work to be successful in the course. I will help organize study time and encourage my child when the pressures of the course begin to build. ● I will communicate with the teacher any concerns about the course or any learning problems that need to be addressed. ● I understand that students will be reading college-level materials and dealing with issues and visual materials that might be controversial. I understand that these might include working from copies of paintings and drawings of classic/master nude figure studies that students will then interpret originally. ● I am aware that while the school will provide many supplies, some may have to be purchased by the student. Equipment and Material Requirements While the school will provide much of the materials needed, there are some supplies that students should have for their own use both at school and home. Most, if not all, of these materials can be found at Alpha. ● A hardcover sketchbook ● Set of pencils (6H -> 8B) 5
● A toolbox or artbox to carry materials ● An X-acto knife ● Superglue HONOR CODE This course will be conducted under an honor code. All students are expected to do their own work. At times, students will be given projects that must be completed outside of class. Help from others, specifically academy teachers, is not permitted. Violating this code could give students an unfair academic advantage and will result in the student being removed from the course. AP COURSE CREDIT Submission of an AP Studio Art Portfolio is mandatory for AP course credit. This year the AP portfolios will be due on May 7. Thank you for the chance to work with your child!
Sincerely,
Ms. Megan Pendleton Secondary Visual Art Asia Pacific International School
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AP 3D STUDIO ART CONTRACT The purpose of an AP course is to help students prepare for college. The AP Studio Art 3D course will be taught at a faster pace than the normal high school art course, with higher-level skills, outside projects, readings, and gallery and exhibit visits expected. Because of the nature of the course, it is important that the teacher, student, and parents agree to commit the time and energy that are needed to complete it successfully. HONOR CODE This course will be conducted under an honor code. All students are expected to do their own work. At times, students will be given projects that must be completed outside of class. Help from others, specifically academy teachers, is not permitted. Violating this code could give students an unfair academic advantage and will result in the student being removed from the course. AP COURSE CREDIT Submission of an AP Studio Art Portfolio is mandatory for AP course credit. The AP portfolio is due on May 7. RESPONSIBILITIES Teacher: I agree to help the students prepare for the AP Exam by making available new information and media, teaching the skills they will need for undertaking the portfolio, assisting them with the preparation of their portfolio, helping them to evaluate their own portfolio and the work of others, and providing them with individual tutoring. I will make parents aware of any learning or progress problems that may arise so that by working together we may solve them. Teacher Signature: _____________________________________
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Student: I am aware of the criteria for the AP Studio Art 3D course, and I agree to accept the responsibility for the preparation needed to complete the course. This includes: ● completing portfolio works in a timely manner, roughly one work per week ● matting five original works for the portfolio by May 1 ● agreeing to the mandatory submission of a portfolio, or loss of AP credit ● agreeing to an honor code of original work Student Signature: _________________________________ ____
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Parent: I am aware of the criteria for the AP Studio Art course, and I agree to help my child, ● pay the AP Exam fee (roughly $120USD) ● work to be successful in the course. I will help organize study time and encourage my child when the pressures of the course begin to build. ● I will communicate with the teacher any concerns about the course that need to be addressed. ● I understand that students will be reading college-level materials and dealing with issues and visual materials that might be controversial. I understand that these might include working from copies of paintings and drawings of classic/master nude figure studies that students will then interpret originally. ● I am aware that the school will provide some supplies and some must be purchased by the student. Parent Signature: __________________________________ ____
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Date: _____________