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The Daily Scope

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What to know more about Visual Arts at East Wilkes?
FAQ’s	Beginning Art 1	Intermediate Art 2	Proficient Art 3	Advanced Art 4
Who can take art?	Anyone can sign up	Must pass Beginning Art 1 to advance	Portfolio Review of works upon request	Portfolio Review of works upon request
When is the class normally offered?	1^st period and 4^th period in Fall 2^nd period in Spring	2^nd period in Fall 1^st period in Spring	4^th Period in the Spring ONLY	4^th Period in the Spring ONLY
What is I am not a very good artist?	This is the class for you. You are allowed to take this class 3-4 times for credit. Don’t be afraid to take the course over to learn even more the next time.	This class might help you some, beyond your Beginning level, but only if your interest is in it. You get out this class what you put into it.	While the average artist may skim by in this course, it is not designed for the lazy. Poor art yields poor grades. Motivation is the key.	By now, you know if this is your thing. It’s better to repeat a lower course than to take this class. The curriculum is rigorous and demanding- you will be pushed to your artistic limit here.
Any prerequisite classes required?	NONE NEEDED, but an interest and willingness to learn more is recommended.	Must Pass Art 1 (and it should have been a C or higher to excel in this second step course).	Must have passed previous course work and submit a reasonable portfolio of your works.	Must have passed previous course work and submit a reasonable portfolio of your works.
Is this class an Honors Art?	NO, there is not an Art 1 honors class.	NO, there is not an Art 2 honors available.	YES, there is no regular Art 3.	YES, there is no regular Art 4.
Coursework Includes:	Beginning Arts Instruction Elements of Art Principals of Design Art History Art Appreciation Color Theory	More hands on work with art elements and principals of design. Knowledge and understanding of concepts are put into motion.	Concepts using design work become more interesting. Efforts and grading reflect the many new ideas you demonstrate.	Art making is the focus of this class with a dedicated purpose toward the meaning of art. Intense self-critique and reflective evaluation.
Projects may include but are not limited to:	Photo Enlargement Elements Based Projects Paint Matching Ceramic projects	Self Portraits Stippling Ceramic projects Color Wheel Symbolism	Printmaking Ceramic Projects Water Color Painting techniques Ceiling Tile Paintings	Independent concepts- student interest, learner driven, research based, and artist-oriented work. Any media
Why should I do this?	Everyone can benefit from a creative arts class. Explore new ideas and be free to try new things without fear of embarrassment. Everyone in this class is a beginner.	You have taken the Beginning level class and enjoyed it. You like having a time in your schedule to relax and let your creativity come alive. You enjoy learning more about how to make art.	It’s clear that you like art and setting aside time to make things is important to you. This course will help you develop more skills and develop a style that may become somewhat life-long.	Your artwork is important to you. You often do as much art skill development outside of class as you do in the classroom. This course will help inform you and aid in your ability to further your art interests.
Who do I see to answer additional questions?	Mr. Gentry	Mr. Gentry	Mr. Gentry (realize this class is only taught 1 period a year) SPRING only.	Mr. Gentry (realize this class is only taught 1 period a year) SPRING only.
Can I take these classes again?	Yes, you can take the course multiple times. Think GPA.	Yes, you can take the course multiple times. Helps your GPA.	Yes, it builds your GPA and starts portfolio development.	Yes, but its best to take this class senior year. It helps builds a portfolio.

Focus in here on the Daily Logs and Project Assignments

Arts students and parents should find information here that helps define the direction and acutal reality of the arts courses I teach. These logs are dated and give as many specifics as possible. Students are ultimately responsibile for their work. The log has been created to help them focus and to help prompt them to greatness as a visual arts student.

BEGINNING ART AREA

Beginning Art Log and Assignments - a week by week journal to assist students with staying on track and giving insite to the classwork. An idea flow that may assist students to increase their artistic sensibility and visual vocabulary. A historical recap of all classes taught is provided in this area as well.

Beginning Art Syllabus, Assignments and Pacing Guide - a place to find all Beginning Art Project Parameters, grading rubrics, written word and time frame for the beginning art class.

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INTERMEDIATE ART AREA

Intermediate Art Daily Log of Assignments- a week by week journal to assist students with staying on track and giving insite to the classwork. An idea flow that may assist students to increase their artistic sincibility and visual vocabulary. A historical recap of all classes taught is provided in this area as well.

Intermediate Art Syllabus, Assignments and Pacing Guide - a place to find all Beginning Art Project Parameters, grading rubrics, written word and time frame for the beginning art class.

Daily Log and Assignments

ADVANCED ART AREA (PROFICIENT AND ADVANCED)

Advanced Art Levels Daily Log Assignments - Includes Art 3, Art 4 and 3/4 Honors Courses as well as Proficient adn Advanced Arts. a week by week journal to assist students with staying on track and giving insite to the classwork. An idea flow that may assist students to increase their artistic sincibility and visual vocabulary. A historical recap of all classes taught is provided in this area as well.

Advanced Art Syllabus, Assignments and Pacing Guide - a place to find all Advanced Art Project Parameters, grading rubrics, written word and time frame for the beginning art class.