ROP Digital Art (do not turn on your computer)

Agenda Welcome Introduction Review Syllabus Visual Thinking Strategies

Syllabus This course is a career technical course as well as an exploration of visual arts Through projects based on practical applications of the use of the Elements of Art and Principles of Design

Classroom Rules & Policies Display a positive attitude Be on time and physically, mentally, and creatively present

Attitude Behave in a professional & ethical manner Your effort in learning new material, your desire to help me and fellow students, and your respect for our precious equipment and resources Come to class every day with a positive attitude, showing patience, tolerance, respect, and cooperation

Be On Time and Present Our daily warm-up exercise starts when the bell rings, at this time attendance is taken. Being mentally and creatively present is important to this class. This includes not being distracted by texting, or abusing the privilege of being in a computer lab.

Bathroom Policy If you do need to use the bathroom see Ms. McKay to receive the bathroom pass. Sign out with the date and time. Only one student is allowed out of the class at a time, and may leave for no longer than 5 minutes. When you return sign back in with the time and return the pass to Ms. McKay

Grading Presentation Work (50%)- All major projects you complete, both technical and artistic skill will be evaluated, A self reflection component will be incorporated into every project. Practice Work (30%)- Most practice work will be completed in your sketchbook. Studio Performance (20%)- Doing your best everyday. Professional behavior, the desire to learn and improve, a commitment not to waste valuable studio time, and respect for our precious equipment and resources.

Late Work Because you will be presenting your work to the class during critiques, it is vital that you turn in your completed project at the beginning of class on the day that it is due. If you do submit late work you will lose one grade (10%) for each day it is are late. If you are absent it is your responsibility to make up work that you missed.

Re-Grades If your work is turned in on time you have that chance to re-do the project and re-submit it for a higher grade. You must schedule a re-grade conference with me outside of class time and bring your grading sheet to that meeting. Work must be resubmitted within 10 school days of the posted grade.

Figure & Film Studies We will be working with visual materials such as famous art works, films of famous artists, charts and diagrams, slides, VHS tapes/video disks, the World Wide Web, and computer programs. Material may contain complete anatomical references, nude model poses and views of artists working from the nude in their studios, as well as scenes from modern films.

Material may also mention and discuss the alternative lifestyles sometimes lived by famous artists, and may be expressed in language that might be considered offensive to some people. Current issues, as they relate to art and free expression, are also discussed in the art classes.

Materials All materials and equipment for this class are supplied, however each students will need to make or purchase their own sketchbook. Sizes from 5x7 to 9x12 If you can not make or get own on your own please see me Recommended: Flash drive to back up work and store work.

AUP (Acceptable Use Policy) By enrolling in this course you are agreeing to the district’s Acceptable Use Policy. Violations of the AUP may result in loss of technology use privileges, removal from course, suspension and/or expulsion. If you are using the computer and equipment for something other than your assigned class work you are in violation of the AUP and my class policies.

Equipment & Software Adobe Photoshop, Bridge & Illustrator, Microsoft PowerPoint & Word Dell computers w/ Windows Nikon Digital Cameras- D40, D70, D3000 Mat cutters, X-acto knives, Mat board

How will this course prepare me for a job & ‘the real world’? There are plenty of digital arts related careers which you will learn about. You will have to opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge that will prepare you for a job in the digital arts or any field. You will create work for clients and work with deadlines, just as professionals do. Upon completion of this course you may be prepared to gain additional experience through an internship or another ROP course.