Transcribed from the Graded Course of Study for Art and Music created by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, 1999.
Goals:
I. Aesthetic Perception and Criticism*
II. Art History and Culture
III. Art Production and Expression
A. Elements of Art
B. Principles of Design
C. Media and Techniques
1. Identifies works of art as realistic, imaginary/fantasy, nonobjective.
2. Recognizes that art is everywhere around us, in nature and in created objects
3. Identifies subject matter of art work:
Portrait
Landscape/Seascape
Still Life
Nonobjective/Abstract
Symbolic/Allegorical
4. Discuss the composition of a work of art (refer to elements of art and principles of design, media, and techniques, Goal III)
5. Explores the content or message of a work (include works depicting everyday events, special events, observations)
6. Identifies a variety of art forms (paintings, murals, ceramics, sculpture, etc.)
7. Identifies similarities, differences in art forms, works of art
8. Identifies themes in art (ideas, events, or relationships important to individuals and/or society, such as family, work, everyday life, historical events, etc.)
9. Identifies the function of art works (the different uses for which works of art have been created, as worship, entertainment, utility, etc.)
10. Identifies art objects as fine art, functional art, folk art
11. Discusses works of art in terms of artist’s meaning and purpose, mood or emotion, point of view
12. Develops and applies art vocabulary in discussions
13. Expresses, with supporting reasons, personal reactions to works of art
14. Evaluates own art work
Goal II. Art History and Culture
15. Identifies works of art from different countries
16. Recognizes works of art as historical artifacts and visual records of civilization
17. Understands how societies express values and beliefs in art work
18. Identifies works of art from different periods of history, e.g., Greek, Renaissance, Impressionist, etc.
19. Recognizes various styles of art
20. Recognizes the works of key artists in various periods/styles
21. Explores careers involving art
Program Objective A:
Students will recognize in art works, and utilize in their own creations, the elements.
22. Recognizes elements of art in works of art and in nature:
22.a. LINE
22.b. SHAPE: geometric and biomorphic
22.c. COLOR/COLOR SCHEMES: warm colors, cool colors, color wheel, primary colors, secondary colors, tertiary colors, monochromatic, analogous colors, complementary colors, tints, tones, and shades: intensity
22.d. TEXTURE:
22.e. FORM
22.f. SPACE (pos. and neg.)
22.g. VALUE
23. Demonstrates the ability to use elements of art in original work
Students will recognize and utilize the principles of design in art.
24. Recognizes the application of the principles (guidelines) of design in art works and as exemplified in nature
25 . Demonstrates the ability to use the principles (guidelines) of design in original work:
25.a. Rhythm/Movement
25.b. Balance/Symmetry
25.c. Contrast
25.d. Proportion/Distortion
25.e. Pattern
25. f. Dominance/Emphasis
25. g. Variety
25. h. Unity/Harmony
Program Objective C:
Students will experience a variety of media and techniques for art production.
26.a. Demonstrates ability to produce Drawings
26.b. Demonstrates ability to produce Paintings
26.c. Demonstrates ability to produce Sculptures
26.d. Demonstrates ability to produce Prints
26.e. Demonstrates ability to produce Crafts
26.f. Demonstrates ability to produce Collage/Montage
26.g. Demonstrates ability to produce Posters
26.h. Demonstrates ability to produce Fiber art/Textiles
27.a. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Paper
27.b. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Crayon
27.c. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for chalk/charcoal
27.d. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Tissue Paper
27.e. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Paint
27.f. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Pencil/pen and ink
27.g. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Clay: pinch, slab, coil
27.h. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Printmaking
27.i. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Textiles/Fiber arts
27.j. Demonstrates ability to use standard techniques effectively for Three-dimensional objects.
28. Demonstrates knowledge of standard techniques in creating one-and two-point perspective and depth
29. Demonstrates ability to represent an object from various points of view
30. Experiences a variety of art media and techniques, for example: murals, mosaics, batik, photography, film-making, diorama, animation, architecture, calligraphy, cartooning/caricature, jewelry-making, mobiles, etc.