Beth Showalter
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Welcome to AVI2O0!

Welcome to Grade Ten Visual Arts!  Please find below the units of study for this semester.  However, don't be alarmed if you see information/documents from previous years; I like to experiment with new things, just like you.  If you are paying attention in class, there shouldn't be a problem…  Have fun as you develop and create your work this semester.    Please refer to my Home page to see the other Common Documents relevant for this class.

Unit 1: Clay Chalice

Clay has been used to make functional and artistic objects by people since shortly after the discovery of fire.  You will learn several clay building techniques that you will use to create a clay chalice.  A chalice is a special cup that is used on special occasions.   You will combine the requirements of the project to design your own clay chalice.  Please find below a list of formative assignments (building block skill development sketchbook assignments) along with the summative assignments (projects) and response journal/evaluations.
  • Clay Information Note (class discussion + note)
  • Clay Slideshow (power point + discussion + notes in sketchbook)
  • Clay Construction Methods (using plasticine to practice methods prior to use of clay)
  • Anatomy of a Chalice (discussion + slideshow)
  • Three Thumbnail Sketches (Clay Chalice in sketchbook)
  • Clay Chalice + Response Journal/Evaluation
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clay_chalice.docx
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clay_evaluation.docx
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Unit 2:  Stenciled Self-Portrait

This unit will combine self-portraiture with the technique of stencilling.  Please find below a list of formative assignments (building block skill development sketchbook assignments) along with the summative assignments (projects) and response journal/evaluations.
  • Anatomy of a Portrait (note + sketchbook drawing/diagram)
  • Self-Portrait (using a mirror in sketchbook)
  • Transformation of Self-Portrait to a Stencil (positive/negative space)
  • Incorporation of Signature within Portrait
  • Stencil Technique (discussion, demo and practice)
  • Stenciled Self-Portrait + Response Journal/Evaluation
stencilled_self-portraits.docx
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stencil_evaluation.docx
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Unit 3: Toning and Substitution

Substitution is a creative technique which can add interest to a composition.  You will also learn to use pencil crayon as your medium in a sophisticated manner.   Students will learn to look and draw what they see (still life, lights/shadows & proportion).   Please find below a list of formative assignments (building block skill development sketchbook assignments) along with the summative assignments (projects) and response journal/evaluations.
  • Toning with Graphite (note + sketchbook assignment)
  • Double Colour Blending (sketchbook assignment)
  • Still Life Drawings (sketchbook)
  • Composition + Substitution (note + discussion + application)
  • Three Thumbnail Sketches (Pencil Crayon project in sketchbook)
  • Pencil Drawing (demo + sketchbook)
  • Pencil Crayon Drawing + Response Journal/Evaluation
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Unit 4: Graphic Line and Nightmares

The power of line is what makes comic books, graphic novels and ink drawings so dynamic.  You will learn pen and ink techniques that will be transferred to scratchboard.  Next, choose a location inside/outside of FMSS and create a twist to the location adding suspense or a psychological twist.  Please find below a list of formative assignments (building block skill development sketchbook assignments) along with the summative assignments (projects) and response journal/evaluations.
  • Blind Contour Drawing of Hands with Stippled Toning (demo + sketchbook assignment)
  • Creating Value with Ink (demo + sketchbook assignment)
  • Toning with Ink (demo, application + sketchbook assignment)
  • Introduction of Suspense  (discussion + slideshow)
  • Three Thumbnail Sketches (Nightmare @ FMSS assignment)
  • Scratchboard Technique (demo + sketchbook sample)
  • Nightmare @ FMSS project + Response Journal/Evaluation
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eval_nightmare_scratchboard.docx
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Unit 5: People Helping People

The world has experienced many significantly important humanitarians over the history of humanity.  This unit is directly inspired by the life and message of Nelson Mandela who recently passed away.  You will make a combination of text, portraiture and watercolour to create your final work, this term.
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evalwatercolourhumanitarian.docx
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