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Art 1/Weekly Agenda:

What are we doing this week?
Am I prepared for class?
Did I do my homework?
Do we have a quiz this week?
What deadlines do I need to plan for?
How should I dress for class today?
When is the next NAHS/Art Club meeting?
When is the next Lunchtime Lecture?
Are there any special events coming up?
Is there a change in the schedule?
What opportunities can I take advantage of?
In what other ways can I prepare to do my best?

Check the MLWGS Calendar!

(28) Week of March 26th

3/26/2018

1) QUIZ #3, open notes, Wed./Thurs.
2) UN-Lock-in forms DUE Friday
3) Friday = last day before break!

MONDAY/TUESDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- 1) Take out your value scale worksheet, paying close attention to the linear/pen and ink value scales. 2) Look at the still life object at your table, paying close attention to the effects of the direct light source. 3) Draw the object lightly with pencil, then add a range of linear/pen and ink values to differentiate between the highlights, mid-tones, shadow edges, and cast shadows that you observe. YOUR GOAL: A drawing that shows the accurate illusion of form through value vs. outline
Class activities:
- Discuss Masaccio
- Work on cartoons:
  - Studio day 3 of 4
  - GOAL: Inking 1/2 done (pencil lines will be erased after fully inking)
  - Before inking, make sure to have a plan re: light source & placement/type of values
    - DON'T FORGET LINE WEIGHT
    - APPLY VALUES THOUGHTFULLY
- If you have extra time:
  - Work on SB #5 (due Friday)]
  - SPRING CLEANING - fill portfolios

WEDNESDAY/ THURSDAY (Thurs. is modified EVEN):

Warm up: 10 min.
- Gather notes for quiz
Class activities:
- QUIZ (as soon as you are done, go back to the room)
- Work on cartoons:
  - Studio day 4 of 4 (no more class time after today)(EVEN day classes also have Friday)
  - GOAL: Inking done (pencil lines will be erased after fully inking)(if you are not done, see HOMEWORK)
    - DON'T FORGET LINE WEIGHT
    - APPLY VALUES THOUGHTFULLY
- If you have extra time:
  - Work on SB #5 (due Friday)
  - SPRING CLEANING - fill portfolios

FRIDAY (also modified EVEN):

Continue studio work from yesterday - finish cartoons
If you have extra time, use it to put finishing touches on SB #5 (due today)

HOMEWORK is designed to: 1) allow for exploration, practice, preparation, and application of class content, 2) encourage independent work, time management, and efficiency of work flow (don't procrastinate!), 3) fit within the weekly homework time allotted for this class. Keep these things in mind as you work. Use of a timer is one way to stay on task and to monitor your work time. Please note that your individual needs and work process may result in spending more or less than the suggested average time. Ask for help/use extended lunch as needed; communicate extension requests at least 3-days before a deadline.

DUE FRIDAY: IMPORTANT!!!! The school calendar has been changed and Friday is an EVEN day. 3rd period, you can still turn your sketchbook and cartoon in on Friday but you have to remember to do so in order to avoid losing late points.
- Cartoon (if you need additional time to finish, you can take it home or work on it @ lunch through April 10th)
- SB #5 (review your work thoroughly; make adjustments, completions, or corrections, in order to show your best work/earn the best grade)
  - EXTRA CREDIT can be earned for extending the _______-a-Week series to at least a total of 12 entries
DUE EVERY WEEK:
- Check the website; update your agenda accordingly and complete any required preparatory work
- Check your grades - follow through as needed

HAPPENINGS:

NAHS workshops, EACH Tuesday @ lunch, to celebrate Youth Art Month:
- THIS TUESDAY, Calligraphy
THURSDAY = Asian Assembly/modified EVEN schedule
FRIDAY = Alumni Showcase/modified EVEN schedule
Then.... SPRING BREAK!!!
CHECK THE SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EVENTS AND DETAILS

(27) Week of March 19th

3/19/2018

1) Future Dragon visits this week
2) QUIZ #3, open notes, March 28/29
3) UN-Lock-in, April 13th

MONDAY: Future Dragons will visit,10:15 - 10:45 am
TUESDAY: Future Dragons will visit, 9:30 - 10:00 am, 12:30 - 1:00 pm/1:00 - 1:30 pm

Warm up: 10 min.
- 1) Take out your value scale worksheet, paying close attention to the achromatic and monochromatic value scales. 2) Look at the still life object at your table, paying close attention to the effects of the direct light source. 3) Draw the object lightly with pencil, then add a range of either achromatic OR monochromatic values to differentiate between the highlights, mid-tones, shadow edges, and cast shadows that you observe. YOUR GOAL: A drawing that shows the accurate illusion of form through value vs. outline
Class activities:
- Finish introduction to VALUE - pen and ink techniques/last 2 value scales (if you are not done with the first 3, then find a time to finish them by the end of the week)
- Work on cartoons:
  - Studio day 1 of 4 (due March 30)
  - GOAL: Drawing 1/2 done (sketch lightly, lines will be erased)
  - Before inking, make sure to have a plan re: light source & placement/type of values
Linear perspective packets and figure-tracings must be turned in TODAY
Value scales are due FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY: SNOW DAY

THURSDAY: modified schedule/2-hour delay (Future Dragons will visit)
FRIDAY: now an ODD day: Future Dragons will visit,10:15 - 10:45 am

Warm up: 10 min.
- Finish value scales (DUE TODAY)
Class activities:
- Clarify all details re: SB #5 (due next Friday), including the 2-Page Spread and Create Page check-lists/reflections
- Work on cartoons:
  - Studio day 2 of 4 (due March 30)
  - GOAL: Drawing done (barring details and final adjustments) - if you have not started inking today, you MUST be ready to do so by next Mon./Tues.)
  - Before inking, make sure to have a plan re: light source & placement/type of values
Make corrections to linear perspective packets and figure-tracings as needed (DUE TODAY)

DUE MON./TUES. = linear perspective packets and figure-tracings
DUE THURSDAY/FRIDAY = Value scales
DUE March 30TH: IMPORTANT!!!! The school calendar has been changed and now March 30th is an EVEN day. 3rd period, you can still turn your sketchbook and cartoon in on Friday but you have to remember to do so in order to avoid losing late points.
- Cartoon
- SB #5 (review your work thoroughly; make adjustments, completions, or corrections, in order to show your best work/earn the best grade)
- EXTRA CREDIT can be earned for extending the _______-a-Week series to at least a total of 12 entries
DUE EVERY WEEK:
- Check the website; update your agenda accordingly and complete any required preparatory work
- Check your grades - follow through as needed

HAPPENINGS:

NAHS workshops, EACH Tuesday @ lunch, to celebrate Youth Art Month:
- THIS TUESDAY, Marbling
- March 27, Calligraphy
March 29 = Asian Assembly/modified EVEN schedule
March 30 (Friday) = Alumni Showcase/modified EVEN schedule
Then.... SPRING BREAK!!!
CHECK THE SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EVENTS AND DETAILS

(26) Week of March 12th

3/12/2018

The YAMM opening event is THIS Wednesday!!!
5:00 - 7:00 pm; remarks @ 6:00 pm

SEE YOU THERE

MONDAY/TUESDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- Daily drawing: Using either one or two point linear perspective, draw an open box - with something inside.
- Turn in practice packets if you worked on them over the weekend
Class activities:
- Review figure drawing & linear perspective - things to keep in mind to avoid the mistakes that are most often made
- Work on cartoons - make as much progress as possible so that Kirk has something on which to offer feedback (next class)
  - DO NOT FORGET: 1) All the drawing and composition skills learned to date; 2) Wally Wood's suggestions for successful panels; 3) To use the linear perspective packet and figure-tracings as references when drawing/to help you solve problems independently; 4) The library books on your tables; and 5) The many resources provided to you on the Projects page(s), like.... How to Draw a Cartoon Body
PLEASE NOTE: QUIZ/open notes/March 28/29th

WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- Look around the room for examples of 2-pt linear perspective (look for corners) - settle on one section of the room - draw what you see!
- SB check/Artist Spotlight #12
Class activities:
- Review VALUE as it will apply to your cartoons (will practice next week)
- Turn in corrected linear perspective packets and figure-tracings (work on corrections in class if you need help)
- Guest artist, Kirk O'Brien (last visit)
  - Finalize panel layout
  - Drawing as much as possible; take suggestions from Kirk as needed

FRIDAY:

Turn in corrected linear perspective packets and figure-tracings
Figure Drawing Friday!

DUE MON./TUES. = Linear perspective packet & figure tracings (if not turned in already) (if additional corrections are needed, you'll have to take care of those before Wed./Thurs.)
DUE WED/THURS:
- SB Check/Artist Spotlight #12
DUE March 30 = SB #5 (review your work thoroughly; make adjustments, completions, or corrections, in order to show your best work/earn the best grade)
- EXTRA CREDIT can be earned for extending the _______-a-Week series to at least a total of 12 entries
DUE EVERY WEEK:
- Check the website; update your agenda accordingly and complete any required preparatory work
- Check your grades - follow through as needed

HAPPENINGS:

NAHS workshops, EACH Tuesday @ lunch, to celebrate Youth Art Month:
- THIS TUESDAY, Gelli printing
- March 20, Marbling
- March 27, Calligraphy
WEDNESDAY = YAMM opening event, 5 - 7 pm
WED./THURS. = Guest artist, cartoonist, Kirk O'Brien - LAST VISIT!
March 28/29 = QUIZ/open notes
March 29 = Asian Assembly/modified EVEN schedule
March 30 (Friday) = Alumni Showcase/modified EVEN schedule
CHECK THE SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EVENTS AND DETAILS

(25) Week of March 5th

3/5/2018

HAPPY YOUTH ART & MUSIC MONTH!!!
Join us at the YAMM opening event to view student art, hear live music, watch digital videos, and enjoy refreshments!
NEXT Wednesday, March 14th, between 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
Remarks @ 6:00 pm.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU:

#1: The National Art Honor Society is looking for a few new members! Ideally, you have been in Art Club and already know what the NAHS does... but, if not, and if you are planning to stay enrolled in art through graduation, you may still apply. Talk to Mrs. Mosley about how to proceed (go HERE to learn more) (applications due April 24)

#2: Be a camp counselor @ VCU's summer Creative Arts Day Camp: Go HERE for the application (applications due May 1)

MONDAY/TUESDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- Linear perspective packet (due Friday, take home if necessary)
  - If you are done, work on your value scales (the top 3 only); check your technique, refine as needed; squint to make sure that each value is gradual but distinct
    - If you are done that as well, then work on your cartoon drafts and/or SB #5
Class activities:
- Attach label to your YAMM exhibit selection
- Review linear perspective... What will you do with this skill? How can you apply it to your cartoon - to your figure drawings - to anything else that you do?
- Review figure drawing/finish figure tracings (also due Friday)... What will you do with this skill? Consider how these tracings can act as reference images for your cartoon.
- Work on cartoon drafts and character development (draw them in multiple positions that you can tell your story in the most effective way.
  - Don't forget the resources that have been provided to you on the Projects page, like How to Draw a Cartoon Body

WEDNESDAY/THURSDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- Get ready to work with Kirk; put the finishing touches on your multiple drafts and character sketches
Class activities:
- NOTE: Thursday's class is slightly longer to allow for course selection
- Guest artist, Kirk O'Brien - finalize story, decided on strip or book page format, composition of each panel & grouping of panels, etc.; get as much drawn as you can (Kirk will be back next week to explain inking)

FRIDAY:

Warm up: 10 min.
- Sketch Artist Spotlight #12
Class activities:
- Intro. Artist Spotlight #12 (this is the last one for SB #5)(have it complete by NEXT Wednesday/Thursday, for discussion)
- Discuss Artist Spotlight #11; review answers and make connections to figure drawing (cartooning), linear perspective, subject, composition, content, and everything else we have been doing...
- SB Check - Share: ______-a-Week #6 (review assignment as a whole)

DUE WED./THURS. = at least 2 drafts of your cartoon (more is even better). Don't forget to use the 22 Helpful Hints of Storytelling AND the answers to Kirk's questions to guide your character/story development.
- What are they good at? Bad at? What do they like? Dislike?
- Who are their friends? Enemies? (so that you can develop a second character for the first one to interact with)
- What are their tags? (special characteristics that act as identifiers)
- How tall are they? (in head-lengths)
DUE FRIDAY:
- SB Check/_____-a-Week #6 (last required entry but you are encouraged to keep going; extra credit can apply for at least 6 more)
- Linear perspective packet
- Figure tracings
DUE March 14/15 = SB Check/Artist Spotlight #12
DUE March 30 = SB #5 (review your work thoroughly; make adjustments, completions, or corrections, in order to show your best work/earn the best grade)
DUE EVERY WEEK:
- Check the website; update your agenda accordingly and complete any required preparatory work
- Check your grades - follow through as needed

HAPPENINGS:

WED./THURS. = Guest artist, cartoonist, Kirk O'Brien
NAHS workshops, EACH Tuesday @ lunch, to celebrate Youth Art Month:
- THIS TUESDAY, Knitting
- March 13, Gelli printing
- March 20, Marbling
- March 27, Calligraphy
THURSDAY = Course selection (2nd period)
March 14th - YAMM event opening, 5 - 7 pm
March 19 - 22 = Future Dragon Days
CHECK THE SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EVENTS AND DETAILS

Art 1/Weekly Agenda:

(28) Week of March 26th

1) QUIZ #3, open notes, Wed./Thurs.2) UN-Lock-in forms DUE Friday3) Friday = last day before break!

(27) Week of March 19th

1) Future Dragon visits this week2) QUIZ #3, open notes, March 28/293) UN-Lock-in, April 13th

(26) Week of March 12th

The YAMM opening event is THIS Wednesday!!!5:00 - 7:00 pm; remarks @ 6:00 pm​SEE YOU THERE

(25) Week of March 5th

HAPPY YOUTH ART & MUSIC MONTH!!!Join us at the YAMM opening event to view student art, hear live music, watch digital videos, and enjoy refreshments!​ ​NEXT Wednesday, March 14th, between 5:00 - 7:00 pm.Remarks @ 6:00 pm.

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1) QUIZ #3, open notes, Wed./Thurs.
2) UN-Lock-in forms DUE Friday
3) Friday = last day before break!

1) Future Dragon visits this week
2) QUIZ #3, open notes, March 28/29
3) UN-Lock-in, April 13th

The YAMM opening event is THIS Wednesday!!!
5:00 - 7:00 pm; remarks @ 6:00 pm

SEE YOU THERE

HAPPY YOUTH ART & MUSIC MONTH!!!
Join us at the YAMM opening event to view student art, hear live music, watch digital videos, and enjoy refreshments!
NEXT Wednesday, March 14th, between 5:00 - 7:00 pm.
Remarks @ 6:00 pm.