Drawing I and II

Ms. Hassler 

Course Description: 

Drawing is a prerequisite for many other art courses and a recommended “first step” for ALL areas of the art curriculum (drawing being the basis for all areas of art).  This course is designed to take students through a progressive curriculum that builds on one’s ability to draw realistically.  Students will learn how to use various drawing media such as pencil, chalk and oil pastels, pen and ink, and charcoal.  Drawing II will build upon the skills learned in Drawing I.  The use of more advanced techniques, skills, subject matter and the use of other materials will be explored.

Prerequisite:  Art Survey (with a passing grade)

Course units may include but are not limited to:

            -Elements and Principles of Design

            -Perspective – 3 Point

                              -Review 1 and 2 point perspective

                              -Learn how to draw using 3 point perspective

                              -Create a composition using 3 point perspective

            -Still-Life drawing using different types of media such as

                        -pencil

                        -charcoal

                        -chalk/oil pastels

-Create effective compositions using own objects, how to use themes within still life and how to arrange them creatively and effectively

-Use different types of media to draw still life objects realistically

                              -Learn how to use them to create details, textures, values

-Learn how to use them to create realistic colors for skin and objects

-How to use multiple types of media with in the same composition

                              -Learn how to use different media to create drawings

          -Ink Wash/Pen and Ink

-Learn different drawing techniques – crosshatch, stipple, line

-Learn how to shade using these different drawing techniques

                              -Learn how to shade using ink wash

            -Dry-Point Etching, mono-printing, linoleum printing

                              -Techniques of dry point etching

                              -Composition within the use of dry point etching

                              -Choosing appropriate subject matter

            -Cross-hatching/Stippling Drawing

            -Scratchboard

            -Figure Drawing

                              -Proportion the human figure

-Understand the physical differences within the female and male bone and muscle structure

-Understand the differences in feature placement and proportions within the female and male figure

-Portraiture

-Depict and creatively use extreme expression and active pose in portraiture

-Understand and use a foreground, middle ground, and background in portraiture

                              -Learn how to alter realistic portraits

-Learn how to use portraiture creatively

            -the Skeleton

            -Still Life – metal/glass objects

                        -Learn how to create glares and reflections when drawing

                              -Use different types of media to create them

Each unit may consist of multiple projects, sketchbook assignments, homework, worksheets, tests, and quizzes.  (Subject to change at any time.)

Materials:

Supplies needed for drawing:

            -#2 pencils (any kind)        

            -ebony pencils                                                         

            -eraser

-sketchbook (9x12)   -spiral bound books don’t fall apart as easily

            -folder or 3 ring binder to keep handouts and papers in

            -art smock or old shirt (optional to wear during class)

            -combination lock (students will receive a locker in the art room to

keep supplies in - may share with another student)

            -box of Kleenex

            -gallon ice cream containers (if you have them at home)

            -large sponge

          All supplies DUE:  Tuesday, September 7th

Grading:

          All projects and assignments must be turned in on the due date.  Any work that is turned in late will be downgraded 10%.  If a project or assignment is not completed, the students overall final grade will be an incomplete.  The incomplete will remain until all work is made up.  All work must be completed in order for a final grade to be given.

            All original work must be finished and turned in, no “substitute” work will be accepted.  All incompletes will need to be made up within 2 weeks of the end of the semester.  If an incomplete is not made up within 2 weeks of the end of the semester the grade will be changed to an “F” and no credit will be received for the course. 

          Extra credit will not be accepted.

Grading Scale:

                   A         95-100%                      C+       82-84%

A-                93-94%                        C         79-81%

C-        77-78%

B+       90-92%                        D+       75-76%

B          87-89%                        D         72-74%

B-        85-86%                        D-        70-71%

                        Below 69% F

            Students can check their grade and missing work at any time through the use of Skyward Family Access. 

Turning in Assignments:

-          All assignments need to be turned into me.  When an assignment or project is due I will have a designated area in the front of the classroom where they are to be turned in.  Sketchbook assignments are always due at the beginning of the hour.  Major projects will first be self evaluated and then turned in as a class. 

-          Missing/Late work should be turned into me at any time. 

 Guidelines for Success:

          Preparation – come to class prepared every day

          Responsibility – take responsibility for your own actions

          Integrity – be honest and truthful to yourself, others, and your

                        efforts

          Dedication – work your hardest on every activity and project

          Effort – come to class with a positive attitude and put forth

                        100% effort on a daily basis

Classroom Rules:

-          Come to class on time and prepared

-          Follow directions the first time

-          Stay on task during all work times

-          Clean up your own materials, table area, tools, etc. before you leave the classroom each day

-          Be respectful of others – including peoples feelings, others projects, materials, tools and equipment within the room (everyone and everything within the art rooms)

-          Do not waste, destroy, or steal materials, supplies, and equipment – this includes pencils and erasers

-          No Cellphones, IPods, or other electronic devices

Classroom Procedures:

          -Enter the classroom on time with necessary materials and any

                        assignments completed – before class starts

            -Begin working on current project immediately

                        -If a new project is being introduced that day – wait

                                    patiently until class begins in your assigned seat,

                                    unless otherwise directed

            -Work on current project or sketchbook assignment until you

                        are directed by teacher to clean up at the end of the hour

            -Clean up and put away all supplies and materials in their

                        proper place

            -Remain in your seat until the bell rings – last hour of the day put stools

                        up on table tops

 Passes to Leave Classroom:

          -Any student leaving the classroom must have a pass 

                        -My hall pass is located on my desk and must be signed by me any

                        time you leave the classroom  (it is purple with frog stickers on it)

-Passes to leave should be kept to a bare minimum – bathroom/locker/etc.  use should occur before class begins

-Any student that takes advantage of using a pass will face consequences depending on their offense or have the use of the pass revoked completely

            -this may also include the entire class

Consequences for Violations of Rules and Procedures:

          If you violate a rule or procedure, you may be assigned a consequence.  Depending of the frequency and severity of the misbehavior, you may receive one or more of the following consequences:

            -Detention

            -Office Referral

            -Change in Course Work

            -Time Owed After Class

            -Change in Seating Arrangement

            -Parental/Guardian Contact

-I do not tolerate misbehavior and/or disrespect.  All problems will be dealt with in a timely manner and with repercussions.

-Any student who is caught with their cell-phone or other electronic device will have it taken away and it will be turned into the office.

Substitute Teacher:

            -A substitute should be treated with as much respect as I expect you to treat myself or any other teacher.  This includes:

            -working quietly

            -working the entire hour on the assigned work or project

            -NO passes to leave the room

            -cleaning up your area, tools, and materials properly

            -NO cell-phones, IPods, etc.

            -listening to any directions the sub gives you

            -remaining in your assigned seat

            -If these rules are not followed and the substitute has written a negative report about you, a number of detentions will be issued (minimum of three – depending on the severity of the misbehavior), your parent(s) or guardian will be contacted, possible referral sent to the office.

Tardiness/Absences:

          If you are absent from class it is your responsibility to find out what you missed the day before.  Ask another student in class what you missed or ask me before class begins, after class, or during work time throughout the hour.  Any work that is not turned in the day after an unexcused absence will be considered late.  Any test or quiz that was missed with an excused or unexcused absence will be taken the day upon your return to school.

Students arriving late to class without a pass will be given one free tardy warning.  (the tardy will still be marked on your daily attendance)  Any time a student is tardy after their one warning, they will be issued a detention.  A detention will be issued each time the student is tardy after the first free tardy.  The detention will be served with me after school.  If the detention is not served by its due date, it will be turned over to the office as a referral for an un-served detention. 

***According to the state law and new school policy – any tardy is considered a truancy.***

All tardies to class and absences will be recorded on your daily attendance that is reported to the office.  

            Any student arriving after the first 10 minutes of class will be considered absent.  (As according to the student handbook)

Teacher Information:

          Ms. Rachel Hassler

            School Email:  rhassler@ksd.k12.wi.us

            School Phone: 262-626-8427 ext. 4708

            Web Page Link:

http://www.kewaskumschools.org/faculty/rhassler/hassler_homework.cfm

- Syllabus may be subject to change at any time –