K. Mouton, R. Androski, and C. Dugat-Kovach
Art Instructors
Shoemaker High School
3302 Clear Creek Drive
Killeen, TX 76549
(254) 501-0900
https://www.angelfire.com/art2/grey_wolves/
karen.mouton@killeenisd.org
rachael.androski@killeenisd.org
cynthia.kovach@killeenisd.org
ART I & II SYLLABUS
Class: 1106, 1107, 1108
Instructors: Karen Mouton, Cynthia Dugat-Kovach, and Rachael Androski
Methods of Instruction:
Discussions, studio work, and sketchbook assignments. Various drawing techniques will be introduced using markers, charcoal, pencil, pen, etc. Students will explore design elements such as texture, shape, space, and pattern using a variety of media to create sculptures, paintings and drawings. Art history and art appreciation will be included.
Art II students will be expected to complete more complex work requiring extra creativity as well as of a more independent nature.
Attendance:
Class attendance is mandatory; punctuality is expected.
Supplies:
Spiral-bound sketchbook (60 pp or more), pencils (B, 2B, 4B, 6B), fine point black drawing pens, kneaded eraser, one roll of paper towel, 1 box Kleenex, and 1 bottle of hand soap.
TEKS/TAKS:
1. Perception
2. Creative expression/performance
3. Historical/cultural heritage
4. Response/evaluation
Topic Outline:
1. Syllabus, art room safety, discussion of clean up procedures, art methods and creation
2. Drawing techniques and media. Shading, line, shape, color, texture and contour lines
3. Black and white drawing assignments
4. Perspective one and two point
5. Architectural drawing
6. Color drawing assignments, various media
7. Drawing and painting the color wheel and value scales
8. Painting, watercolor and acrylic
9. Form: creating a three-dimensional artwork, various media
10. Clay: vocabulary and notes, cleanup procedures and production
11. Scratch board, tools and techniques
12. Bookmaking, illustration
Grading Scale:
A+
Superior (98-100)
A
... Distinguished; surpassed expectations (95-97)
A-
.. Admirable; above most expectations (90-94)
B+
. Excellent; met expectations (87-89)
B
Respectable; completed most assignments well (84-86)
B-
..Good; accomplished all requirements (80-83)
C+
..Fair; accomplished most requirements (77-79)
C
Mediocre work (74-76)
C-
...Poor, incomplete work (70-73)
F
.Failing (69 or below)
35% Large Artworks/Major Tests
25% Small Artworks
15% Quizzes
25% Daily
Class Expectations
A
Attitude: Come in quietly prepared to work hard. Get supplies, take your seat, and start your project.
R
Respect: Respect yourself, your classmates, the teacher and this room.
T
Trust and Tolerance: Trust yourself and your skills. Treat everyone with kindness.
1. Abide by schools rules.
2. Clean up after yourself Art is messy, and we will need to work together to keep the studio clean. All sinks and tables will need to be cleaned and dried daily. You are responsible for the entire table, not just the spot where you sit. Work together.
3. Students will be assigned additional clean-up tasks on a daily basis.
4. Treat tools and equipment with respect -- Art tools are expensive and not easily replaced, so clean tools and put them back where they belong.
5. Work safely -- Use tools and materials correctly!!! There are machines used in this class that are extremely dangerous when mishandled.
No throwing clay, supplies, and no Horseplay!!!!!
6. Do not touch other peoples work -- Look but do not touch. Accidental or purposeful breakage will result in automatic referral and possible removal from class.
7. Students are not allowed to use the phone -- Take care of any phone needs between classes or at lunch.
