Opening Agenda Things to Get: Things to Do: VPA notebook The Annotated Arch from the front shelf Things to Do: Opener: Review of Neoclassicism Class work: 1) Arch Notes 2) Virtual Field Trip Exit Slip: Application of Neoclassic Architecture Knowledge

Opener- Neoclassicism Review Visual Art- Identify the title and the artist of the work below. 1) a. b. c. d. 2.Theater: Define the following terms below: Horation satire: Juvenalian satire: Menipean satire: 3. Music: On your own paper, identify the composer, title, and form using the terms provided. Composer: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven Form:Symphony, Sonata, Mass Title: Moonlight Sonata, Surprise Symphony, Requiem Mass – Lacrimosa

Neoclassic Architecture: Pg. 143 in your VPA notebook

What makes architecture Neoclassic? Emphasis on balance, order, and symmetry Use of Greek and Roman Structures Greek Columns Ionic/Doric Pediments Portico Roman Domes Rejection of Baroque ornamentation Designed to emphasis characteristics of Greek and Roman governments: “A rational human should have a voice in government”

American Renaissance Movement American Museum of Natural History National Gallery of Art Lincoln Memorial A Neo-Classical expression in Beaux-Arts architecture.

The “Georgian Style” in America Geogrian style definition: As it applies to homes… Simple, two-story box homes with doors and windows symmetrically arranged. Typically, had a pediment over the door and a cupola on the roof Roof was usually flattened at the top with a wooden balustrade to form a terrace

The “Federal Style” in America 1780 – 1820. Thomas Jefferson’s influence. Federalist style definition: As it applies to homes… Boxlike structures of brick or clapboard siding that showed the influence of the Renaissance and Palladio with flashy interiors “Fancy decoration,” on the exterior, was limited to the doorway Entrances were usually framed by columns or side windows, with a fanlight above the door

3) Why is the central dome of Jefferson’s house significant? In The Annotated Arch, use pgs. 94-95 to answer the following questions on pg. 141 of your VPA notebook 1) Jefferson designed his own home. What was it’s name and what does the name mean? 2) How does his house reflect his personality? What are some of its quirky inventions? 3) Why is the central dome of Jefferson’s house significant? 4) What was Jefferson’s goal as a designer? 5) What did Jefferson use as a reference for his own designs? 6) What is important about Jefferson’s design of the Virginia State Capitol? 7) Why did Jefferson emphasize architecture? 8) Give an example of how Jefferson mixed old and new. 9) What started appearing in American architecture in the 18th century? 10) How is Neoclassic architecture propaganda for the US?

Thomas Jefferson -helped write Declaration of Independence -1743-1826 -helped write Declaration of Independence -3rd President -founded University of Virginia -neoclassical architect -ambassador to France in 1780’s

Virginia Capitol

Maison Carree

Virginia Capitol

Maison Carree

Pantheon and the University of Virginia

Neoclassic Architecture: Jefferson and Monticello

A bed in the wall conserved space. The “portholes” provided ventilation for off-season wardrobe.

Desk with letter copier.

2nd floor octagonal room with an oculus. Does this look familiar?

Main Entrance – In the rear?

Access to up stairs rooms was provided by a balcony.

When the library of congress burned he donated his book collection to re-start the library.

Sitting room with a harpsichord. This room is below the 2nd floor room with the dome!

The breakfast nook was closed off in the winter to conserve heat.

Virtual Field Trip: Monticello – Page 141 Questions Complete all questions on your handout! http://explorer.monticello.org/

Neoclassic Architecture: Jefferson and Monticello

Activity Virtual Field Trip: Application Monticello Complete all questions on your handout! http://explorer.monticello.org/ Application Design Your Own Neoclassic Home Tutorial and then get to work! http://sketchup.google.com/intl/en/trai ning/videos/new_to_gsu.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0M XharjbIdY&annotation_id=annotation_46 5005&feature=iv

Application of Neoclassic Architecture Knowledge Draw a Neoclassic House 1) On a piece of computer paper, design a Neoclassic Home including appropriate structures and materials. This design must fill an entire sheet of computer paper and use color. Remember! You must determine (and identify) whether or not your home is Georgian or Federalist. Design your home accordingly!

Option One: Your Own Neoclassic Home via GooleSketchUp Application: Please follow Ms. Gallicchio’s directions to determine which option you complete. Option One: Your Own Neoclassic Home via GooleSketchUp After watching the video tutorials and Ms. G.’s example, complete the following steps: 1) Open GoogleSketchUp 2) Design a truly Neoclassic Home. All characteristics of Neoclassic Architecture must be present. a. This design is due five minutes till the end of the block. 3) Print or email this design to Ms. G. at lauren.gallicchio@fayette.kyschools.us Option Two: Use a template to design a Neoclassic Home Go to the following website: http://classroom.monticello.org/teachers/activities/activity/127/Build- Your-Own-House/ 1) Design a truly Neoclassic Home. Follow Jefferson’s advice on how to design a proper home. b. Print or email this design to Ms. G. at lauren.gallicchio@fayette.kyschools.us Option Three: Draw a Neoclassic House 1) On a piece of computer paper, design a Neoclassic Home including appropriate structures and materials. This design must fill an entire sheet of computer paper and use color. Remember! You must determine (and identify) whether or not your home is Georgian or Federalist. Design your home accordingly!

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Exit Slip: 1) Why is your home Neoclassic? Cite all applicable characteristics. 2) How does your home illustrate the values of a republic? Cite the class discussion to help you answer this question.