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Why Art High

This document provides information about an Art I course taught by Molly Brennan, including course goals, highlights of drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture units, and expectations for students. It also describes opportunities for students in the class such as the National Art Honor Society and the school's annual spring art show. The document continues with information about the Advanced Studio Art or AP course, including expectations for a rigorous college-level workload and the portfolio requirements for the AP exam. It addresses common questions such as exam costs and benefits of the advanced art course for students who may not pursue art in college.

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Why Art High

This document provides information about an Art I course taught by Molly Brennan, including course goals, highlights of drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture units, and expectations for students. It also describes opportunities for students in the class such as the National Art Honor Society and the school's annual spring art show. The document continues with information about the Advanced Studio Art or AP course, including expectations for a rigorous college-level workload and the portfolio requirements for the AP exam. It addresses common questions such as exam costs and benefits of the advanced art course for students who may not pursue art in college.

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Welcome to Art I

Instructor: Molly Brennan [email protected] www.howardartdept.weebly.com

GOAL: To effectively be able to communicate, articulate, and express ideas through visual means. COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:

Drawing focus on OBSERVATIONAL work Painting focus on COLOR THEORY Printmaking focus on DESIGN Sculpture focus on 3 dimensional FORM

A Few Lessons That the Visual Arts Teach


Elliot Eisner 2000

The arts teach students that problems can have more than one solution.

Art celebrates multiple perspectives

The arts teach students that small differences have large effects.

The arts help us to say what cannot be said.

The arts enable us to have experiences we can have from no other source.

The arts position in the school curriculum symbolizes to the young what adults believe is important.

Students in Art I will


Become fluent in using Art Vocabulary, including the Elements and Principles of Art. Solve meaningful and complex art problems as an appropriate outlet for self-expression. Improve visual perception, confidence, and appreciation. Be prepared for upper level art courses.

Other artsy stuff


National Art Honor Society
What we do:
Fundraising events such as Coffee House, Empty Bowls, Adopt-a-Family Keeps art visible in the school and community through constant display of artwork Holiday Art Sale in November Interested Art I students in that maintain at least a B 1st and 2nd quarter will be invited to join in December

HHS Annual Spring Show


Every May the Auxiliary Gym turns into an art gallery for 2 days. Every student in an Art or Photography class shows a piece of work from their portfolio. Faculty and staff members even show their work! We have a reception opening night. This art show has become a highly

Welcome to Art 3 and 4!!!


Instructor: Molly Brennan

Welcome to Art I
Instructor: Molly Brennan [email protected] www.howardartdept.weebly.com

Why take Advanced Studio Art?

Get a head start on college level work Develop work habits that are necessary for tackling rigorous course work Stand OUT in the college admissions process Improve technical skills and problem solving skills Develop a body of exceptional artwork that is FOCUSED. Emphasize commitment to artistic excellence.

HOW do you TAKE a studio art exam for the Advanced Placement test?
You dont actually TAKE an exam; the whole year in AP art is devoted to building the AP portfolio, which is about 18-25 pieces. On exam day, students spend the allotted time to organizing slides and packaging up artwork to be sent to the College Board. Students enrolled in Honors submit a digital portfolio to me.

F.A.Qs.

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Does the AP exam cost money?


Yes. Last years exam cost $82. There are funds available to students who cannot pay.

I dont want to pay. Will I still be considered an AP student?


Sort of. If you decide NOT to take the exam, you will NOT get the AP credit; it will appear on your transcripts that you took Art 3 HONORS instead of AP. Students ARE, however, expected to complete the portfolios as required by the AP course. CONTINUED.

What are the portfolios?


The Honors and AP portfolio consists of two sections BREADTH (12 pieces), and a CONCENTRATION (12 pieces). For students taking the AP exam, portfolios are submitted to the Collegeboard digitally. Additionally, students taking the exam send 5 actual artworks to the Collegeboards for review.

Im not going to an art school or even THINKING about studying art in college. Why bother studying art so in depth?
The Honors and AP studio course is NOT designed solely for students going to art school. It is, however, designed for ARTISTS that are willing to accept a challenge and are willing to commit to tasks.

Jessica Powers, 2007

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