2016-2017

Legacy High School

AP Studio Art Course Syllabus: Portfolios: Drawing, 2-D Design
General Information:
Course Title: AP Studio Art Drawing and 2-D Design Portfolios
Prerequisites and/or Co-requisites: Photography II and or Drawing and Painting II or III

Course Description:
The purpose of this course is to provide an intensive study of the process of creating two-dimensional drawings
and two-dimensional design (2-D) artwork. Emphasis is placed on the quality, breadth and concentration of the
students production and experiences in drawing and design. The course is requires the student to be highly
motivated and interested in the serious study of art which may lead to college credit. Motivation, imagination
and commitment are required to succeed in the course.
This course is designed to around a portfolio building process for the student that has expressed and exhibited
an interest in one of the 2 specific areas of the visual arts that are part of the AP Studio Art exam. Through the
efforts in creating a serious portfolio, the student will gain an understanding of the master artists throughout
history, contemporary artists and artists currently working in their field of interest. Students will gain the skill
levels and technical abilities necessary to pursue further training at the college, trade school or university level.
This is an exciting course that will help you grow as an art student and possibly as a future fine and /or
commercial artist.

Course Standards:
I. Students recognize and use the visual arts as a form of communication.
II. Students know and apply the elements of art, principles of design and sensory and expressive
features of the visual arts.
III. Students know and apply visual arts materials, tools, techniques, and processes.
IV. Students relate the visual arts to various historical and cultural traditions
V. Students analyze and evaluate the characteristics, merits, and meanings of works of art.

Supplies

Fee: Up to $92
Sketchbook at least 9 x 12 inches
Primary Textbook (Drawing Portfolio): The Visual Experience by Hobbs, Salome
and Vieth
Primary Textbook (2-D Design Portfolio): Exploring Visual Design by Gatto
Ancillary texts: The Art of Seeing by Zelanski and Fisher
Drawing a Contemporary Approach by Betti and Sale
A Basic History of Art by Janson and Janson

Portfolios:
Description of the Portfolios
The Drawing Portfolio is a collection of works that focuses on a variety of media.The Drawing Portfolio will
display a variety of visual problems, such as comprehension of composition, aesthetics, art history and critique.
An exploration of various techniques and processes are important aspects of the portfolio. Mark-making and
how the marks are composed on a surface, value studies and chiaroscuro, line quality, rendering forms,
composition, and creating illusion through depth, linear and atmospheric perspective, classical and nontraditional drawing, direct observation, foreshortening and proportion will be practiced through a variety of

media. The Drawing portfolio will show the use of many mediums, including: pencil, charcoal, colored pencils,
pen and ink, painting, printmaking, markers and pastels, but may not include photography or graphic design.
The 2-D Design Portfolio will demonstrate a vast interpretation of two-dimensional composition and design.
The elements of design are the tools which offer many ways for artists to express their ideas. The principles of
design will help artists students build or organize the elements on a picture plane in order to create unique
compositions. Techniques will include: graphic design, typography, digital imagining, photography, collage,
fabric design, weaving, illustration, painting and printmaking. Realistic, abstract, and other forms of expression
will be seen in the students portfolio.

Elements and Principles of Art

Elements
LINE: Lines can be thick, thin, and continuous or interrupted Line is the most basic elements of design.
SHAPE: Shape is 2D. It has height and width, but no depth. It is similar to a silhouette or outline.
FORM: Form is 3D. It has height, width, and depth. Forms usually have weight and mass.
VALUE: Value refers to the lightness and darkness of colors or grays (grayscale).
COLOR: Color is what we see when light is reflected from a surface. Color is also known as hue which is the
name of a color.
SPACE: The area around or within an object or the feeling of depth. Space can be positive space or negative.
TEXTURE: This refers to the surface quality or the sense of touch. It can be implied or real texture.
Principles (Each principle is made up of all the above elements.)
BALANCE: Having even or the same balance of space, or comfortable distribution of visual weight in an art
composition.
UNITY: Refers to the sense of wholeness or harmony in a work of art.
CONTRAST: This refers to differences in elements such as color, texture, value, and shape. Contrast usually
adds excitement, drama and interest to art works.
EMPHASIS: The main theme or focal point of an artwork or where the greatest attention is placed.
PATTERN: The repetition of one or more elements of art. For example, repeating color, shapes, design and/or
lines.
MOVEMENT: This can create a path for the viewers eyes to follow across a composition. It can direct the
viewers eyes through the art to a center of interest.
RHYTHM: This is a type of movement or closely related to movement. It is often created by repeating shapes,
lines, colors in a certain order or pattern.
The table below summarizes the section requirements for each of the three portfolios.
Drawing

2-D Design

3-D Design

Five actual drawings; maximum size Five actual works; maximum size is Five works; two slides of each one are
is 18" x 24"
18" x 24"
submitted
12 slides; some may be details

12 slides; some may be details

12 slides; some may be second views

12 works; one slide of each is

submitted

12 works; one slide of each is

submitted

Eight works; two slides of each are

submitted

Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
Demonstrate techniques and skills in a variety of media.
Apply the elements and principles of art through careful planning, creativity, and excellent
craftsmanship.

Create original works of art and cultivate ideas that solve challenging visual art problems using skills of
analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Focus on creating a concentration, or a body of work that shows a commitment to an idea that shows
continuous growth.
Maintain a good work ethic through self-discipline and continual practice.
Analyze works of art in terms of history, aesthetics, and culture and use these as springboards for the
creation of their own work.
Reflect analytically and critique works to gain understanding of ones own work and the work of others
Practice and develop personal content and style.
Complete all sections required for final portfolio review: Quality, breadth, concentration, written
commentary.
Assemble presentation of AP portfolio to the College Board for evaluation.

Essential Questions
What is art?
What role does art play in our lives and in our world?
How does one develop ideas for an artwork?
How do ideas and technique evolve when one works in series?
What do I find beautiful and what do I find displeasing?
How can I best use materials and the elements and principles of design to visually depict my ideas?

General Requirements of the Portfolio

The Breadth section refers to a student's accomplishments in a variety of art forms and techniques. The
student's work in this section should show a variety of works that demonstrate intelligence, perception and
technical skill. Students will be introduced to a variety of visual problems in color, design, and drawing. The
breadth section will address a wide variety of art styles and techniques. It requires twelve slides of eight works
in which color and design principles are the primary focus. The student must show from two to four threedimensional works. The drawing category asks students to submit slides of eight drawings that should
demonstrate many forms of expression and the use of various media.
A Concentration is a body of related works based on an individual's interest in a particular idea expressed
visually. The purpose is for students to focus on discovering, expression and growing as artists. The purpose is
not to show visual solutions to class assignments, rather, students should explore a central interest thoroughly.
Students are encouraged to work with many ideas, styles and mediums. This concentration should embrace an
action plan and show excellent use of time, effort, and thought. The works should be unified by an underlying
idea that has visual coherence. Twelve slides are submitted to the College Board and are accompanied by a
written commentary explaining the development of the concentration. Example concentrations are value studies
of wrapped forms, human rights posters, narrative self-portraits, illustrating emotions, growth in nature, original
comic book design, and personal reflections.
Quality refers to the total work of art that grows from the idea though the arrangement of the composition,
technical skills applied and final craftsmanship and presentation. Quality works are simple as well as detailed.
This section of the portfolio, students are asked to select five examples of their best work. The evaluators will
be looking for quality works that demonstrate the development the students' intentions, both in idea,
implementation, and craftsmanship. The works cannot exceed 18" X 24" in size.

Section I:
Quality

Drawing
Five actual drawings;
maximum size is 18"x24"

2-D Design
Five actual works;
maximum size is 18"x24"

Section II:
Concentration

12 slides;
Some may be details

12 slides;
Some may be details

Section III:
Breadth

12 works;
One slide of each is submitted

12 works;
One slide of each is submitted

Artistic Integrity: Originality and Plagiarism

Artistic integrity means that your ideas, images, and products are original. Work that is
based on published photographs or the work of other artists must move beyond
appropriation. Other artists work may be used as reference for personal artwork, but the
work being referenced should be altered to such a degree that the original artists intent
is in no way recognizable in the students work. Originality and creativity are important
components of this course. Students will not make direct use of another artists work
and call it their own; this violates copyright laws and is plagiarism. Students should work
from personal photographs that they have taken.

Digital Images:
Digital images will be taken continually throughout the year. You need to take and maintain your images on a
regular basis. You will need to have your images arranged, properly labeled, and presented in a folder as well as
a Power Point. A handout with the specific instructions will explain this further.

Individual Critiques:
I will hold individual critiques and evaluations with all students often and on an informal basis. You should have
a minimum of 6-8 pieces each grading period. We will have due dates, and all will be posted in advance. Please
make sure to mark these dates in your planner.

Course Content:
First Semester will involve creating works of art to complete your Breadth section. You will have
approximately 18 weeks this semester to finish at least 12 pieces of artwork. During this semester you need to
start exploring ideas for your concentration. Many assignments will be given, and sometimes you will be
working on your own independent projects. Before starting an independent project, you are expected to plan it
out and have the teachers approval with thumbnail sketches and color palette choices. When projects are
complete you will fill out a student critique and turn it in with the artwork. Oral critiques will also take place.
Critiques are very important for receiving feedback in an A.P. Class. Students must be able to express the ideas
and concepts of their work as well as other students work.
Second Semesters focus is on the Concentration section of your portfolio. You need to develop an original
style. The student and instructor will work together to make choices on techniques,
medium, style, form, subject, and content. You will have approximately 13 weeks this semester to

finish at least sixteen pieces of artwork. A written artists statement must accompany the work in this section.
This statement will describe what your concentration is and how it evolved; the sources of your ideas; and what
medium/media you used. Quality section needs to be collected and organized throughout the semester. This is
the time to show off your craftsmanship and technical skills. This is where you group your best work. They may
be separate, distinct works, or they may all be directly related. You will continue to take slides and prepare
portfolios, getting them ready to send off to the AP College Board. Finished Portfolios are due around the first
week of May (the exact date for your portfolio is _______________. This is the date they must be turned in.

Grades: Your grades will be earned for:

I. Quality works of art 70%
A quality piece of art includes: thinking and planning, a complex array of visual/conceptual ideas, originality and the
use of the elements and principles of design. Unique use of materials shows experimentation, effective composition and
good decision-making and problem-solving based on original ideas and concepts and if using other sources, the other
sources serve a personal vision.
II. Individual critiques and oral critique participation/Reflections or Blog 10%
The majority of class time is spent on studio work, but students are expected to
participate in group and individual critiques throughout the semester. Group and
individual critiques allow students to learn how to analyze their own work and the work
of other artists. Critical analysis allows the student and the instructor to assess the
strengths and weaknesses in the work. Students will be asked to reflect on the
characteristics and merits of their own and others work. The students will use the
vocabulary of the elements and principles of design. Critique dates will be set and
provided along with each assignment. Use the blog to communicate and share ideas.
III./IVSketchbooks/ Image File VI. Final Show 20%
A sketchbook is required. The sketchbook will be used mainly for homework assignments, ideas, thumbnail
sketches and visual documentation. The sketchbook should be a visual diary of your interests and experiences.
Learn to use your sketchbook as a major resource from which to draw ideas and inspiration. Carry it with you
everywhere! Occasionally, a finished work of art can be found in ones sketchbook. The sketch could count as a
part of your portfolio. Create an image file to share with others.
Solo show-each student will present a group of art works for public display at LHS including: proper matting or
mounting, clean labels and titles, consideration for lighting, aesthetic arrangement of pieces.

Grading:

Course Policies:

Course Grading Weights

Projects/ Daily Work
Notebook/Sketchbook/ Final Project
Critiques

70%
20%
10%

Make-up work: A student with an excused

absence may make up any work and will have
one day plus the number of days he or she was
absent in order to do so. Students with an unexcused absence are not entitled to make up work missed during
the absence. Please check with the teacher outside of classroom instructional time for make-up work. Example:

A student is absent, Monday and Tuesday. The student would have Wednesday, Thursday and Friday to make up
the work, which would then be due at the beginning of the period on Monday.
Weekly Progress: Weekly progress grades are posted at https://secure2.adams12.org/scholarsmart/ and weekly
progress reports that include assignments will be emailed to parents and students.
Time Frame for Assignments: The teacher will clearly delineate the due date and time frame for all assignments
and students will record this information accordingly in their student planners.
Group Projects: We will have a few group projects. Students who receive a group performance grade for group
projects will also receive a grade for their individual work as well.
Assessment: Assessments are based solely on demonstrated student progress and achievement of reasonable and
clear standards to include:
Consistent Grading: Assessment and grading standards are applied consistently to students of similarly
demonstrated ability.

Tentative Project Schedule

Week 1

Semester One

DRAWING
SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENTS

DESIGN SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENT

DRAWING CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

DESIGN CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

Mark making

Symmetry

Intro. Project/Grading

Intro. Project/Grading

Mark making

Mark making

Week 2

Juxtapose Objects

Asymmetry

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Week 3

Draped fabric study

Gestalt similarity and

proximity

Relief Printmaking

Relief Printmaking

Week 4

Linear Perspective

Design a logo for

yourself using your
initials.

Relief Printmaking

Relief Printmaking

Week 5

Atmospheric Perspective

Object repetition abstraction

Perspective

Perspective

Distorted point of view

Interior form an unusual

point of view

Week 6

Draw a dream

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Self-portrait

Expressive self-portrait

Week 7

Three favorite places

Redesign a product that

shows universal design

Still Life Drawing

Text manipulation
design
(positive/negative
space)

Week 8

Abstraction

Overlap

Abstract painting

Photograms/Cyanotype
Photo

Week 9

Direct light source

Positive/negative space

Reflective assignment

Photo/text manipulation

Week 10

Draw one object 20 times

Subtractive charcoal

Design a book cover

Week 11

Identity

Design a poster for or

against a social or
political issue.

Human Rights/ Cultural art

study

CD Design

Week 12

Technology and lack of

technology

Map art

Skeleton/skull/anatomy
assignment

Restaurant /Business
logo design

Week 13

Alter a photo or image

Color schemes.

Gesture drawing

Poster design

Week 14

Food for thought

Architecture

Mixed Media/transfer project

Mixed Media/portraits

Week 15

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Assemblage

Printmaking

Week 16

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 17

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Project

Final Project

Week 18

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Project

Final Project

DRAWING
SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENTS

DESIGN SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENT

DRAWING CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

DESIGN CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

Reinvent a product

Semester 2

Week 19

Piece of furniture turned

into art

Redesign a chair

Narrative Portrait

Alternative Darkroom/
abstraction

Week 20

Cartoon design

Design a cereal box

Extreme macro Colored

pencil portrait

Object reduction
abstraction

Week 21

Reinvent the box

Reinvent the box

Animal emphasis

Design ergonomically
correct tools

Week 22

Create a new pattern

Invent a new symbol

Landscape Oil or Watercolor

Billboard design

Week 23

Recreate a master drawing

Reinvent a photo

Oil painting

Billboard design

Week 24

Draw 100 Flowers

Design a brochure

Pastel movement study

Brochure layout

Week 25

Draw 100 Flowers

Design a brochure

Book design

Book design

Portfolio Preparation

Acrylic painting

Box Design

Portfolio Preparation

Acrylic painting

Box Design

Week 26
Portfolio Preparation

Week 27

Portfolio Preparation

Week 28

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 29

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 30

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 31

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 32

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 33

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 34

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 35

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 36

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

AP Studio Art Summer Assignment

Due Date: August 2016
1. Production: Students are to complete 5 projects from the list of possible tasks. These tasks may be
completed in any medium. Work must be no smaller than 9x12 and no larger than 18x24. If you are
enrolled in the 2-Design Portfolio have your work focus on the elements of art and the principals of design.
If you are enrolled in the Drawing Portfolio, have your artwork emphasize mark-making, line quality, direct
observation and composition.
Create a still-life containing at least 3 items with a theme like: eating, a fork leaning on a platedo
the drawing in colored pencils, choose 1 color scheme in which to finish the artwork (warm, cool,
secondary, ect).
Create a self-portrait study, where you use a direct light source to create values in charcoal.
Create a portrait, self-portrait, landscape, or still life in the style of another artist--for example:
Matisse/Fauvism, Picasso/Cubism, Warhol/Pop
Create a pencil drawing of a still-life arrangement( 3 or more objects, odd numbers are best)
including reflective objects and/or transparent objects
Create a drawing of an unusual interior -- for instance, looking inside a closet, cabinet, refrigerator,
inside your car....
Create a Still-life Self-portrait by drawing your most valued treasures arranged in an interesting
composition.
Create a drawing of the monsters hiding under your bed, or in your closet
2. Observation: Students are required to complete one gallery visit or museum visit (a visit to a working
artists studio can replace the gallery visit). Complete a series of thumbnail sketches (5-10) inspired by art
work.
3. Reading: Students will be required to complete reading assignments. These reading assignments include the
AP Studio Art course description found on AP Central website:
http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html and various articles posted on
our website: http://www.teacherweb.com/CO/LegacyHighSchool/Art/

Legacy High School

Teacher Information and Expectations
Drawing and Painting II
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 972-6793
E-mail: Paula.Rowinski@adams12.org
Web site: http://teacherweb.com/CO/LegacyHighSchool/Art/
Office: room F-211

Student Help:
I am generally available to help students during my planning periods I am also available before and
after school most days.

Teacher Expectations and Procedures:

The
Academic
Zone(s)
(Classrooms,
Media Center,
Computer Labs,
Auditorium,
offices, any area
during class)

Mature

Respectful

Honest

Safe

Be on time to class
every day.
Be responsible for own
learning.
Bring materials to class
every day.
Use class time wisely.
Keep track of your own
grades, attendance, and
progress.
Help your classmates
stay focused.
Clean up after yourself.
Consume food and
beverages in the
cafeteria.

Listen to and follow

directions.
Treat others as you want
to be treated.
Stand up for others and
for what is right.
Listen and respect
others.
Use polite words and
appropriate tone of
voice.
Turn off and put away
cell phones and other
electronic devices.
Positively contribute to
group activities.
Respect school property
and equipment.

Tell the truth.

Take credit for your own
work, not the work of
others.
Own and be responsible
for your actions.
Speak up when you see
bullying or name
calling.

Be aware of emergency
procedures.
Report unsafe conditions
or behaviors.
Take concerns to adults.
Practice self control.
Keep hands and feet to
yourself.

Respect for the Classroom Environment:

Be prompt, this means in your seat when the bell rings.
Talking is privilege as it can enhance the creative process. It is permitted only after instruction is given,
in a low volume and of appropriate subject matter.
Be respectful: the subject of your conversations can be in no way demeaning or rude.
Take care of the studio: No Food or Drink, clean up appropriately.
Electronic devices such as cell phones and i-pods are not permitted; music from an agreed upon device
is a privilege granted by the teacher.

Passes: students must have a pass to leave the classroom.

Sketchbooks: Bring to class daily!

Supply Check-out: Students may check out most supplies by using a sign out sheet. Supplies can be checked
out for up to 5 days. It is the students responsibility to replace supplies in good condition by the due date.
Food and Drink: The goal of the food (including gum) and drink policy is to maintain a clean school and a safe
art room. Students may not have food or drink outside of the student cafeteria area. Water is permitted in the
classroom as long as it is in a clear, closed container. Food and drink can only be consumed in the classroom in
conjunction with an academic lesson activity. Food and drink are never allowed in the Library or computer
labs.
Late Work: In the world of art and graphic the clients schedule drives the project. In the real world a late
project means the artist loses the compensation for the work. Late work makes it difficult to discuss progress
and share work for feedback. All assignments turned in after the due date will drop a full letter grade for each
day that it is late. It is preferable that the students talks to the teacher before the due date to request an extension
(up to 5 days).

Thank you.
Mrs. Rowinski

AP Studio Art Contract

As an AP Art student I will:

Accept responsibility and ownership for my education

Think and solve problems in my own way.

Make informed decisions and look with a discerning eye.

Be aware of the time limitations and will work outside of the classroom at least twice as much as I
work in the classroom.

Meet each deadline that I have set on my own personal calendar. I realize that my calendar must cover
all requirements and if I see problems I will address them with the instructor Before the deadline

Participate in every critique

Complete all of the requirements for the AP Portfolio. The AP Portfolio requires 5 actual works that
excel in concept, composition and execution (quality section), 12* slides of a series of works organized
around a compelling visual concept in drawing (concentration section), and 12 slides of 12 different
works that demonstrate a variety of concepts, media and approaches (breath section). In other words
you need to have 24 successful pieces by May.

Keep a sketchbook journal in which I will do a drawing or writing each day.

Complete my summer assignments and turn them in the first day of class.

Collect images for my image file and share 20+ of them on the blog/ in class.

Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ____________

Parent Signature _____________________________________ Date ____________

Teacher Signature ____________________________________ Date _____________

Legacy High School

AP Studio Art Course Syllabus: Portfolios: Drawing, 2-D Design
General Information:
Course Title: AP Studio Art Drawing and 2-D Design Portfolios
Prerequisites and/or Corequisites: Drawing and Painting II & III

Course Description:
The purpose of this course is to provide an intensive study of the process of creating two-dimensional drawings
and two-dimensional design (2-D) artwork. Emphasis is placed on the quality, breadth and concentration of the
students production and experiences in drawing and design. The course is requires the student to be highly
motivated and interested in the serious study of art which may lead to college credit. Motivation, imagination
and commitment are required to succeed in the course.
This course is designed to around a portfolio building process for the student that has expressed and exhibited
an interest in one of the 2 specific areas of the visual arts that are part of the AP Studio Art exam. Through the
efforts in creating a serious portfolio, the student will gain an understanding of the master artists throughout
history, contemporary artists and artists currently working in their field of interest. Students will gain the skill
levels and technical abilities necessary to pursue further training at the college, trade school or university level.
This is an exciting course that will help you grow as an art student and possibly as a future fine and /or
commercial artist.

Course Standards:
VI. Students recognize and use the visual arts as a form of communication.
VII. Students know and apply the elements of art, principles of design and sensory and expressive
features of the visual arts.
VIII. Students know and apply visual arts materials, tools, techniques, and processes.
IX. Students relate the visual arts to various historical and cultural traditions
X. Students analyze and evaluate the characteristics, merits, and meanings of works of art.

Supplies

Fee: Up to $92
Sketchbook at least 9 x 12 inches
Primary Textbook (Drawing Portfolio): The Visual Experience by Hobbs, Salome
and Vieth
Primary Textbook (2-D Design Portfolio): Exploring Visual Design by Gatto
Ancillary texts: The Art of Seeing by Zelanski and Fisher

Drawing a Contemporary Approach by Betti and Sale

A Basic History of Art by Janson and Janson

Portfolios:
Description of the Portfolios
The Drawing Portfolio is a collection of works that focuses on a variety of media.The Drawing Portfolio will
display a variety of visual problems, such as comprehension of composition, aesthetics, art history and critique.
An exploration of various techniques and processes are important aspects of the portfolio. Mark-making and
how the marks are composed on a surface, value studies and chiaroscuro, line quality, rendering forms,
composition, and creating illusion through depth, linear and atmospheric perspective, classical and nontraditional drawing, direct observation, foreshortening and proportion will be practiced through a variety of
media. The Drawing portfolio will show the use of many mediums, including: pencil, charcoal, colored pencils,
pen and ink, painting, printmaking, markers and pastels, but may not include photography or graphic design.
The 2-D Design Portfolio will demonstrate a vast interpretation of two-dimensional composition and design.
The elements of design are the tools which offer many ways for artists to express their ideas. The principles of
design will help artists students build or organize the elements on a picture plane in order to create unique
compositions. Techniques will include: graphic design, typography, digital imagining, photography, collage,
fabric design, weaving, illustration, painting and printmaking. Realistic, abstract, and other forms of expression
will be seen in the students portfolio.

Elements and Principles of Art

Elements
LINE: Lines can be thick, thin, and continuous or interrupted Line is the most basic elements of design.
SHAPE: Shape is 2D. It has height and width, but no depth. It is similar to a silhouette or outline.
FORM: Form is 3D. It has height, width, and depth. Forms usually have weight and mass.
VALUE: Value refers to the lightness and darkness of colors or grays (grayscale).
COLOR: Color is what we see when light is reflected from a surface. Color is also known as hue which is the
name of a color.
SPACE: The area around or within an object or the feeling of depth. Space can be positive space or negative.
TEXTURE: This refers to the surface quality or the sense of touch. It can be implied or real texture.
Principles (Each principle is made up of all the above elements.)
BALANCE: Having even or the same balance of space, or comfortable distribution of visual weight in an art
composition.
UNITY: Refers to the sense of wholeness or harmony in a work of art.
CONTRAST: This refers to differences in elements such as color, texture, value, and shape. Contrast usually
adds excitement, drama and interest to art works.
EMPHASIS: The main theme or focal point of an artwork or where the greatest attention is placed.
PATTERN: The repetition of one or more elements of art. For example, repeating color, shapes, design and/or
lines.
MOVEMENT: This can create a path for the viewers eyes to follow across a composition. It can direct the
viewers eyes through the art to a center of interest.
RHYTHM: This is a type of movement or closely related to movement. It is often created by repeating shapes,
lines, colors in a certain order or pattern.
The table below summarizes the section requirements for each of the three portfolios.
Drawing

2-D Design

3-D Design

Five actual drawings; maximum size Five actual works; maximum size is Five works; two slides of each one are

is 18" x 24"

18" x 24"

submitted

12 slides; some may be details

12 slides; some may be details

12 slides; some may be second views

12 works; one slide of each is

submitted

12 works; one slide of each is

submitted

Eight works; two slides of each are

submitted

Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
Demonstrate techniques and skills in a variety of media.
Apply the elements and principles of art through careful planning, creativity, and excellent
craftsmanship.
Create original works of art and cultivate ideas that solve challenging visual art problems using skills of
analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Focus on creating a concentration, or a body of work that shows a commitment to an idea that shows
continuous growth.
Maintain a good work ethic through self-discipline and continual practice.
Analyze works of art in terms of history, aesthetics, and culture and use these as springboards for the
creation of their own work.
Reflect analytically and critique works to gain understanding of ones own work and the work of others
Practice and develop personal content and style.
Complete all sections required for final portfolio review: Quality, breadth, concentration, written
commentary.
Assemble presentation of AP portfolio to the College Board for evaluation.

Essential Questions
What is art?
What role does art play in our lives and in our world?
How does one develop ideas for an artwork?
How do ideas and technique evolve when one works in series?
What do I find beautiful and what do I find displeasing?
How can I best use materials and the elements and principles of design to visually depict my ideas?

General Requirements of the Portfolio

The Breadth section refers to a student's accomplishments in a variety of art forms and techniques. The
student's work in this section should show a variety of works that demonstrate intelligence, perception and
technical skill. Students will be introduced to a variety of visual problems in color, design, and drawing. The
breadth section will address a wide variety of art styles and techniques. It requires twelve slides of eight works
in which color and design principles are the primary focus. The student must show from two to four threedimensional works. The drawing category asks students to submit slides of eight drawings that should
demonstrate many forms of expression and the use of various media.
A Concentration is a body of related works based on an individual's interest in a particular idea expressed
visually. The purpose is for students to focus on discovering, expression and growing as artists. The purpose is
not to show visual solutions to class assignments, rather, students should explore a central interest thoroughly.
Students are encouraged to work with many ideas, styles and mediums. This concentration should embrace an
action plan and show excellent use of time, effort, and thought. The works should be unified by an underlying
idea that has visual coherence. Twelve slides are submitted to the College Board and are accompanied by a

written commentary explaining the development of the concentration. Example concentrations are value studies
of wrapped forms, human rights posters, narrative self-portraits, illustrating emotions, growth in nature, original
comic book design, and personal reflections.
Quality refers to the total work of art that grows from the idea though the arrangement of the composition,
technical skills applied and final craftsmanship and presentation. Quality works are simple as well as detailed.
This section of the portfolio, students are asked to select five examples of their best work. The evaluators will
be looking for quality works that demonstrate the development the students' intentions, both in idea,
implementation, and craftsmanship. The works cannot exceed 18" X 24" in size.

Section I:
Quality

Drawing
Five actual drawings;
maximum size is 18"x24"

2-D Design
Five actual works;
maximum size is 18"x24"

Section II:
Concentration

12 slides;
Some may be details

12 slides;
Some may be details

Section III:
Breadth

12 works;
One slide of each is submitted

12 works;
One slide of each is submitted

Artistic Integrity: Originality and Plagiarism

Artistic integrity means that your ideas, images, and products are original. Work that is
based on published photographs or the work of other artists must move beyond
appropriation. Other artists work may be used as reference for personal artwork, but the
work being referenced should be altered to such a degree that the original artists intent
is in no way recognizable in the students work. Originality and creativity are important
components of this course. Students will not make direct use of another artists work
and call it their own; this violates copyright laws and is plagiarism. Students should work
from personal photographs that they have taken.

Slides:
Film slides will be taken continually throughout the year. You need to take and maintain your slides on a regular
basis. You will need to have your slides arranged, properly labeled, and presented in a slide sheet. A handout
with the specific instructions will explain this further.

Individual Critiques:
I will hold individual critiques and evaluations with all students often and on an informal basis. You should have
a minimum of 6-8 pieces each grading period. We will have due dates, and all will be posted in advance. Please
make sure to mark these dates in your planner.

Course Content:

First Semester will involve creating works of art to complete your Breadth section. You will have
approximately 18 weeks this semester to finish at least 12 pieces of artwork. During this semester you need to
start exploring ideas for your concentration. Many assignments will be given, and sometimes you will be
working on your own independent projects. Before starting an independent project, you are expected to plan it
out and have the teachers approval with thumbnail sketches and color palette choices. When projects are
complete you will fill out a student critique and turn it in with the artwork. Oral critiques will also take place.
Critiques are very important for receiving feedback in an A.P. Class. Students must be able to express the ideas
and concepts of their work as well as other students work.
Second Semesters focus is on the Concentration section of your portfolio. You need to develop an original
style. The student and instructor will work together to make choices on techniques,
medium, style, form, subject, and content. You will have approximately 13 weeks this semester to
finish at least sixteen pieces of artwork. A written artists statement must accompany the work in this section.
This statement will describe what your concentration is and how it evolved; the sources of your ideas; and what
medium/media you used. Quality section needs to be collected and organized throughout the semester. This is
the time to show off your craftsmanship and technical skills. This is where you group your best work. They may
be separate, distinct works, or they may all be directly related. You will continue to take slides and prepare
portfolios, getting them ready to send off to the AP College Board. Finished Portfolios are due around the first
week of May (the exact date for your portfolio is ____May 1, 2017___________. This is the date they must be
turned in.

Grades: Your grades will be earned for:

III.

Quality works of art 60%

A quality piece of art includes: thinking and planning, a complex array of visual/conceptual ideas, originality and the
use of the elements and principles of design. Unique use of materials shows experimentation, effective composition and
good decision-making and problem-solving based on original ideas and concepts and if using other sources, the other
sources serve a personal vision.

IV.

Individual critiques and oral critique participation/Blog 10%

The majority of class time is spent on studio work, but students are expected to
participate in group and individual critiques throughout the semester. Group and
individual critiques allow students to learn how to analyze their own work and the work
of other artists. Critical analysis allows the student and the instructor to assess the
strengths and weaknesses in the work. Students will be asked to reflect on the
characteristics and merits of their own and others work. The students will use the
vocabulary of the elements and principles of design. Critique dates will be set and
provided along with each assignment. Use the blog to communicate and share ideas.
V. Sketchbooks/ Image File 20%
A sketchbook is required. The sketchbook will be used mainly for homework assignments, ideas, thumbnail
sketches and visual documentation. The sketchbook should be a visual diary of your interests and experiences.
Learn to use your sketchbook as a major resource from which to draw ideas and inspiration. Carry it with you
everywhere! Occasionally, a finished work of art can be found in ones sketchbook. The sketch could count as a
part of your portfolio. Create an image file to share with others.
VI. Final Show 10%

Solo show-each student will present a group of art works for public display at Legacy High School including:
proper matting or mounting, clean labels and titles, consideration for lighting, aesthetic arrangement of pieces.
Your final portfolio presentation on power point should display your concentration statement and 12 works
submitted to AP Central.

Grading:
Course Grading Weights
Projects/ Daily Work
Notebook/Sketchbook
Critiques
Final Project

Course Policies:

60%
20%
10%
10%

Make-up work: A student with an excused

absence may make up any work and will have
one day plus the number of days he or she was
absent in order to do so. Students with an unexcused absence are not entitled to make up work missed during
the absence. Please check with the teacher outside of classroom instructional time for make-up work. Example:
A student is absent, Monday and Tuesday. The student would have Wednesday, Thursday and Friday to make up
the work, which would then be due at the beginning of the period on Monday.
Weekly Progress: Weekly progress grades are posted at https://secure2.adams12.org/scholarsmart/ and weekly
progress reports that include assignments will be emailed to parents and students.
Time Frame for Assignments: The teacher will clearly delineate the due date and time frame for all assignments
and students will record this information accordingly in their student planners.
Group Projects: We will have a few group projects. Students who receive a group performance grade for group
projects will also receive a grade for their individual work as well.
Assessment: Assessments are based solely on demonstrated student progress and achievement of reasonable and
clear standards to include:
Consistent Grading: Assessment and grading standards are applied consistently to students of similarly
demonstrated ability.

Tentative Project Schedule

Week 1

Semester One

DRAWING
SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENTS

DESIGN SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENT

DRAWING CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

DESIGN CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

Mark making

Symmetry

Intro. Project/Grading

Intro. Project/Grading

Mark making

Mark making

Week 2

Juxtapose Objects

Asymmetry

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Week 3

Draped fabric study

Gestalt similarity and

proximity

Relief Printmaking

Relief Printmaking

Week 4

Linear Perspective

Design a logo for

yourself using your
initials.

Relief Printmaking

Relief Printmaking

Week 5

Atmospheric Perspective

Object repetition abstraction

Perspective

Perspective

Distorted point of view

Interior form an unusual

point of view

Week 6

Draw a dream

Figure Drawing Unit

(contour, gesture)

Self-portrait

Expressive self-portrait

Week 7

Three favorite places

Redesign a product that

shows universal design

Still Life Drawing

Text manipulation
design
(positive/negative
space)

Week 8

Abstraction

Overlap

Abstract painting

Photoshop intro.

Week 9

Direct light source

Positive/negative space

Reflective assignment

Photo/text manipulation

Week 10

Draw one object 20 times

Subtractive charcoal

Design a book cover

Week 11

Identity

Design a poster for or

against a social or
political issue.

Human Rights/ Cultural art

study

CD Design

Week 12

Technology and lack of

technology

Map art

Skeleton/skull/anatomy
assignment

Restaurant logo design

Week 13

Alter a photo

Color schemes.

Gesture drawing

Watch design

Week 14

Food for thought

Architecture

Mixed Media/transfer project

Illustrator Illustrations

Week 15

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Assemblage

Illustrator Illustrations

Week 16

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 17

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of

Final Project

Final Project

Reinvent a product

Week 18

of art work as outside

homework.

art work as outside

homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Project

Final Project

Semester 2
DRAWING
SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENTS

DESIGN SKETCHBOOK
ASSIGNMENT

DRAWING CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

DESIGN CLASS
ASSIGNMENT

Week 19

Piece of furniture turned

into art

Redesign a chair

Narrative Portrait

Macro/ abstraction

Week 20

Cartoon design

Design a cereal box

Extreme macro Colored

pencil portrait

Object reduction
abstraction

Week 21

Reinvent the box

Reinvent the box

Animal emphasis

Design ergonomically
correct tools

Week 22

Create a new pattern

Invent a new symbol

Landscape Oil

Billboard design

Week 23

Recreate a master drawing

Reinvent a photo

Oil painting

Billboard design

Week 24

Draw 100 Flowers

Design a brochure

Pastel movement study

Photoshop review

Week 25

Draw 100 Flowers

Design a brochure

Book design

Book design

Portfolio Preparation

Acrylic painting

Photoshop

Portfolio Preparation

Acrylic painting

Photoshop

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 26
Portfolio Preparation

Week 27

Portfolio Preparation

Week 28

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Week 29

Portfolio Preparation

Week 30

Portfolio Preparation

Week 31

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 32

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio Preparation

Portfolio
Preparation

Week 33

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 34

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 35

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

Week 36

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes
of art work as outside
homework.

No sketchbook
assignment/work on
modifications or changes of
art work as outside
homework.

Final Show

Final Show

AP Studio Art Summer Assignment

Due Date: Aug 18, 2017
4. Production: Students are to complete 5 projects from the list of possible tasks. These tasks may be
completed in any medium. Work must be no smaller than 9x12 and no larger than 18x24. If you are
enrolled in the 2-Design Portfolio to have your work focus on the elements of art and the principals of
design. If you are enrolled in the Drawing Portfolio, have your artwork emphasize mark-making, line
quality, direct observation and composition.
Create a still-life containing at least 3 items with a theme like: eating, a fork leaning on a platedo
the drawing in colored pencils, choose 1 color scheme in which to finish the artwork (warm, cool,
secondary, ect).
Create a self-portrait study, where you use a direct light source to create values in charcoal.
Create a portrait, self-portrait, landscape, or still life in the style of another artist--for example:
Matisse/Fauvism, Picasso/Cubism, Warhol/Pop
Create a pencil drawing of a still-life arrangement( 3 or more objects, odd numbers are best)
including reflective objects and/or transparent objects
Create a drawing of an unusual interior -- for instance, looking inside a closet, cabinet, refrigerator,
inside your car....
Create a Still-life Self-portrait by drawing your most valued treasures arranged in an interesting
composition.
Create a drawing of the monsters hiding under your bed, or in your closet
5. Observation: Students are required to complete one gallery visit or museum visit (a visit to a working
artists studio can replace the gallery visit). Complete a series of thumbnail sketches (5-10) inspired by art
work.
6. Reading: Students will be required to complete reading assignments. These reading assignments include the
AP Studio Art course description found on AP Central website:
http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/courses/descriptions/index.html and various articles posted on
our website: http://www.teacherweb.com/CO/LegacyHighSchool/Art/

Legacy High School

Teacher Information and Expectations
Drawing and Painting II
Ms. Rowinski
Contact Information:
Phone: (720) 972-6793
E-mail: Paula.Rowinski@adams12.org
Web site: http://teacherweb.com/CO/LegacyHighSchool/Art/
Office: room F-211

Student Help:
I am generally available to help students during my planning periods I am also available before and
after school most days.

Teacher Expectations and Procedures:

The
Academic
Zone(s)
(Classrooms,
Media Center,
Computer Labs,
Auditorium,
offices, any area
during class)

Mature

Respectful

Honest

Safe

Be on time to class
every day.
Be responsible for own
learning.
Bring materials to class
every day.
Use class time wisely.
Keep track of your own
grades, attendance, and
progress.
Help your classmates
stay focused.
Clean up after yourself.
Consume food and
beverages in the
cafeteria.

Listen to and follow

directions.
Treat others as you want
to be treated.
Stand up for others and
for what is right.
Listen and respect
others.
Use polite words and
appropriate tone of
voice.
Turn off and put away
cell phones and other
electronic devices.
Positively contribute to
group activities.
Respect school property
and equipment.

Tell the truth.

Take credit for your own
work, not the work of
others.
Own and be responsible
for your actions.
Speak up when you see
bullying or name
calling.

Be aware of emergency
procedures.
Report unsafe conditions
or behaviors.
Take concerns to adults.
Practice self control.
Keep hands and feet to
yourself.

Respect for the Classroom Environment:

Be prompt, this means in your seat when the bell rings.

Talking is privilege as it can enhance the creative process. It is permitted only after instruction is given,
in a low volume and of appropriate subject matter.
Be respectful: the subject of your conversations can be in no way demeaning or rude.
Take care of the studio: No Food or Drink, clean up appropriately.
Electronic devices such as cell phones and i-pods are not permitted; music from an agreed upon device
is a privilege granted by the teacher.
Passes: students must have a pass to leave the classroom.
Sketchbooks: Bring to class daily!
Supply Check-out: Students may check out most supplies by using a sign out sheet. Supplies can be checked
out for up to 5 days. It is the students responsibility to replace supplies in good condition by the due date.
Food and Drink: The goal of the food (including gum) and drink policy is to maintain a clean school and a safe
art room. Students may not have food or drink outside of the student cafeteria area. Water is permitted in the
classroom as long as it is in a clear, closed container. Food and drink can only be consumed in the classroom in
conjunction with an academic lesson activity. Food and drink are never allowed in the Library or computer
labs.
Late Work: In the world of art and graphic the clients schedule drives the project. In the real world a late
project means the artist loses the compensation for the work. Late work makes it difficult to discuss progress
and share work for feedback. All assignments turned in after the due date will drop a full letter grade for each
day that it is late. It is preferable that the students talks to the teacher before the due date to request an extension
(up to 5 days).

Thank you.
Ms. Rowinski

AP Studio Art Contract

As an AP Art student I will:

Accept responsibility and ownership for my education

Think and solve problems in my own way.

Make informed decisions and look with a discerning eye.

Be aware of the time limitations and will work outside of the classroom at least twice as much as I
work in the classroom.

Meet each deadline that I have set on my own personal calendar. I realize that my calendar must cover
all requirements and if I see problems I will address them with the instructor Before the deadline

Participate in every critique

Complete all of the requirements for the AP Portfolio. The AP Portfolio requires 5 actual works that
excel in concept, composition and execution (quality section), 12* slides of a series of works organized
around a compelling visual concept in drawing (concentration section), and 12 slides of 12 different
works that demonstrate a variety of concepts, media and approaches (breath section). In other words
you need to have 29 successful pieces by May.

Keep a sketchbook journal in which I will do a drawing or writing each day.

Complete my summer assignments and turn them in the first day of class.

Collect images for my image file and share 20+ of them on the blog/ in class.

Student Signature ____________________________________ Date ____________

Parent Signature _____________________________________ Date ____________
Teacher Signature ____________________________________ Date _____________