1. ART HIGH SCHOOL - PAINTING
Concept Vocabulary:
Flat
Round
Filbert
Palette
Canvas
Abstract expressionism
Non-representational
Brush cleaner
Varnish
Artist statement
Stretched canvas
Subject Matter
PAINTING
Elements/Principles
Media
History/Styles/Function
Essential Understandings/Learning Goals:
Students will understand and employ basic brush care.
Students will be able to select brushes based on size, medium, and technique.
Students will be able to connect with the style and subject matter of select art history movements.
Students will understand the differences between tempera, acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints and demonstrate the use of each.
Students will be able to employ the elements and principles in their paintings according to different assigned criteria.
Students will select and explore a variety of subject matter for observational and expressive pieces.
Students will be able to write a personally critical artist statement regarding their art.