 The purpose of an AP class is to help students prepare for college. At the same time, it gives the student the opportunity to receive college credit or to place out of certain college courses, thus saving time and money. This class will be taught at a faster pace that the normal high school art course with higher level skills, outside projects, reading and gallery/ exhibit visits expected.

AP Studio Art sets a national standard in the visual arts that contributes a significant role to the academic environment, while allowing students to earn college credit and/or advanced placement while in high school. AP courses address: Quality of student work The student’s concentration on a particular interest or visual problem The student’s need for breadth of experience in the formal, technical, and expressive means of the artist. In 2006, over 28,000 students submitted AP Studio Art portfolios.

 Encourage creative and systematic investigation of formal and conceptual issues.  Emphasize making art as an ongoing process that involves the student in informed and critical decision making.  Help students develop technical skills and familiarize them with the functions of the visual elements.  Encourage students to become independent thinkers who will contribute inventively and critically to their culture through the making of art.

 2-D Design  3-D  Drawing The exam for Studio Art is the submission of a portfolio of slides, original art work, and written commentary. Portfolios are scored from a one to a six; three and above is a passing score.

 This portfolio is intended to address two- dimensional (2-D) design issues. Design involves purposeful decision making about how to use the elements and principles of art in an integrative way.  Students are asked to demonstrate mastery of design through any 2-D medium or process including, but not limited to, graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, illustration, painting, and printmaking.

 12 slides of breadth work  12 slides of concentration work  5 actual works of quality Katherine Devereux, Pensacola High School, Pensacola, FL --- Score: 6

 The Drawing Portfolio is designed to address a very broad interpretation of drawing issues and media. Light and shade, line quality, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, and illusion of depth are drawing issues that can be addressed through a variety of means, which could include painting, printmaking, mixed media, etc. Abstract, observational, and inventive works may demonstrate drawing competence.

 12 slides of breadth work  12 slides of concentration work  5 actual works of quality Lydia N. Rogers, Pleasant Grove HS, Texarkana, TX --- Score: 6

 This is mostly a studio environment and you will be expected to be WORKING ON YOUR PORTFOLIO.  You will also be practicing technique, researching artists and time periods of art, learning composition and filling your brain with totally artistic notions.  Other totally cool stuff will be added when Mrs. Montierth feels the need to enlighten you…..

Practicing drawing techniques

Drawing from life

Practicing Color Theory and Color Mixing

Learning Linoleum Printmaking

Learning the elements of art..

Using the principles of art to create better art.

Learning about famous Artists throughout time

Learning about Contemporary Artists of our time

Creating a Portfolio of Artwork

What will I need to bring to this class? Pencil - needed for daily sketchbook assignments Class fee - $20.00 will cover shared supplies and sketchbook Old men’s dress shirt or apron to protect your clothing *At this point, I would recommend that you purchase your own drawing and Painting tools of the trade.

Can I buy supplies if I would like to have my own to keep? You can bring your own supplies from home, purchase from an art supply store: Ogden Blue on 25 th street in Ogden Michael’s Reuel’s in Salt Lake or you can purchase various supplies through the school. Talk to Mrs. Montierth if you are interested.

Set of 24 - $15.00 Set of 72 - $40.00 ½ the price of retail Pay the book keeper then bring the receipt to Mrs. Montierth and she will give you the set you paid for.

When should I bring the things needed for this class? $20.00 Fee - ASAP - If you are having a problem with the fee, please talk to Mrs. Montierth to work something out. Sketchbook and Pencil - Every Day starting next class time Old shirt, Apron or Smock - ASAP

You and a partner will be assigned a drawer to keep your class supplies in. YOU will be responsible for the key. Key replacement is $2.00. Never leave your valuable personal items sitting around or inside your drawer. These drawers are easily broken into and not very secure. If something is lost or stolen Mrs. Montierth and Fremont High School will NOT be responsible to replace it for you. (But we will feel really bad for you  )

What will I be graded on in this class? Keeping a sketchbook - 10% of your grade Daily Work Points, quizzes, in class assignments – 30% of your grade Portfolio Projects - 60% of your grade

A 90 – 100% B+ 87 – 89% B % B % C+ 77 – 79% C % C % D % D % D %

How do the daily work points work? 20 points per day total 15 points for being on time to class minus 5 points for being late 5 points for cleaning up your own mess and helping with the general classroom cleanup.

What will go in my Sketchbook? Your thumbnail sketches – for portfolio projects Notes about ideas Observational drawing Sketchbooks will be graded at mid-terms and most are worth 10 points each day. Sketchbook assignments must be IN a sketchbook in order to be graded. They also need to be in order by date.

Do I need to be the best artist to get an A? No- you just need to come every day, complete all the projects, assignments, and sketchbooks - doing your personal best work. If you do all of the above – your artistic skills WILL improve and Mrs. Montierth will be happy to give you the A you deserve. However - the portfolios are a different matter entirely. To receive a good AP score you will need to be in the top half of the nation.

Am I allowed to turn in late work in this class?

Yes Most assignments and projects will have a due–date and work won’t be graded until a few days after the due-date. After the project due-date, there will not be in class time to work on projects. After work has been graded you will lose credit for turning in work late one week late – 20% credit loss two week’s late – 50% credit loss more than two week’s late – work may be given some points at Mrs. Montierth’s discretion.

 If you don’t have your work ready by the date of critique: you will lose critique points and assignment points

Am I allowed to talk during this class? Absolutely - Quietly and Appropriately -During work time. Mrs. Montierth thinks that learning to get along with other people is one of the most important things you will gain during your Education. However- NOT during instruction. If Mrs. Montierth is giving instruction – talking amongst yourselves and talking out of turn is considered rude and inconsiderate of those around you who are trying to hear.

Am I allowed to get out of my seat during class? Yes – there are times when you will need to get supplies, sharpen pencils, etc. However - It is considered rude and inconsiderate to Mrs. Montierth and other Students in the class to get up and sharpen a pencil, turn on the water, ask for the hall pass or any other sort of disruption, while Mrs. Montierth is giving instruction or any other person is giving a presentation or demonstration. Try to remember your good manners

Can I invite my friends from other classes to come to this class? No However – if you have a valid reason for doing so, such as, in the event we have a guest artist they would like to see, your friend must get permission from their teacher in writing – prior to coming to our class. You also need to ask Mrs. Montierth for permission before inviting them to come.

Can I leave the room and go hang out in another art room nearby? NO You will be disrupting another class and you will be marked truant.

What are the Hall Pass Rules Ask Mrs. Montierth before you use it, sign out on the hall pass sign out sheet on the counter by the door. You must be in class for ten minutes before you can use it You can’t use it during classroom clean-up at the end of class. You have a five minute time limit. If you abuse the use of the hall pass, you will not be allowed to use it for the rest of the term

Can I use a Cell Phone in this class? No If you do, it will be taken from you and given to administration. You could be suspended for having a cell phone in any part of the school

Can I use any other electronic devices in this class? Yes – only for art purposes No – Against School Policy

Can I bring Food and Drink to this class? Yes – within reason – remember this is an art class and food has the potential to ruin artwork. You can bring a small snack and a drink in a bottle with A screw on lid. However – no food or drink is allowed by the computers

Will I be allowed to use the classroom computers? Yes, for things you need in this class Finding references making powerpoints writing reports No, for things not needed in this class playing games reading or writing s shopping looking at anything not related to the curriculum in this class

Can I Print things for other classes or personal things not related to this class? Yes- but you will be charged for the cost of the paper and the ink Prices Vary

Being late to class Truancy Being disrespectful Being wasteful of art supplies Leaving messes and not helping with general classroom cleanup Not making good use of class time Not doing your work Inappropriate computer usage Inappropriate language

What are my first assignments for this class? 1. Bring in signed disclosure 25 pts 2. Answer questions about disclosure on paper in handwriting 20 pts 3.Pay class fee 50 pts 4.All Summer Assignments - Due next Monday! Critique – Monday.

Where do I turn in my assignments? Each class has a turn in drawer. It is at the end of the counter next to the door. Where do I pick up my graded work? Each class has a graded work drawer. It is in the row of drawers at the end of Mrs. Montierth’s desk.

A few items of interest

Have you ever heard of SkillsUSA? It is a student organization called a CTSO (like a club) ANYONE Taking any Skilled and Technical Class is eligible to join. Extra credit will be given in my class for joining. (Cost $20.00) Mrs. Montierth, Mr. Paskett, Mrs. Sagers and Mr. Ellertson are advisors We have monthly activities, service projects and Local, Regional, State and National competitions that you can compete in. It’s a great way to make new friends and get involved. There are competitions which demonstrate career skills as well as competitions which demonstrate leadership skills. More Information to Come

Did you know….. that you can letter in Art? You can get the forms from any art teacher. You need to maintain good grades in your art classes You need to have taken at least three semester art classes You need to enter shows and get an award You need to have good attendance in all classes Keep this in mind throughout the year And work towards it.

What should I be working on if I am interested in being the Fremont High Visual Art Sterling Scholar? First and Foremost – Your art! All applicants will have to display their best work. (any media is accepted) You will also need to - keep up your grades in ALL classes have good citizenship in ALL classes take the ACT show evidence of leadership show evidence of community service do well in the interview process - work on your knowledge of art concepts and art history enter art shows and win awards meet all application deadlines

Fremont High’s Annual Art Show Springville All State High School Art Show Weber State’s Northern Utah High School Art Show Weber District Art Show Ogden’s Festival of the Arts High School Art Show Weber County Fair Utah State Fair

Yes Howl Chronicles SkillsUSA Advertising Design SkillsUSA Pin Design SkillsUSA Promotional Bulletin Board SkillsUSA Photography FHS Art Department T-shirt Design FHS Planner Cover Design FHS Graduation Commencement brochure design Standard Examiner – Design an AD contest