1. Ms. Faulkner’s Art Class
An Introduction to Rules and Procedures

2. Respect other students
Analyze the painting:
The Golden Rule
by Norman Rockwell
What does it mean to:
Respect yourself
Respect other students
Respect the teacher

3. Create a caring community
Community (Respectful to others’ ideas and property, positive language, positively contributing to discussions about art)
Attitude (staying on-task and efficient use of time)
Responsibility (daily punctual attendance, bringing/turning in appropriate materials on-time)
Effort (constantly growing in skills and creativity as an artist, improving each assignment)

4. Clean Up Procedures
1. Clean up at your seat and wait for teacher to call your table.
Wash Brushes in your cup first, then in the sink.
Wipe Palette with paper towel first, then wash in sink.
2. Wash Paintbrushes, Water Cup, and Palette
Place brushes back, brush side up
Place palette and water cup in the dish rack to dry!
Clean Up after Yourself!!
Wipe down sink and your table
Throw away paper towels

5. Conflict Resolution Plans
Warning
Outside (time out) and discussion with me- plan for improvement
Seat assignment change
Call home
Referral to principal

6. Why Do We Create Art? Functions of Art: Practical Function:
Architecture, clothing, etc
Cultural Function
statues to honor gods, political leaders, social movements, etc.
Personal Function
Express personal thoughts and feelings
Renaissance and individual achievement
Educational Function
Human history

7. Why Do We Discuss and Write About Art?
In order to see, describe and plan artworks, it helps to have a vocabulary for design.
The most common vocabulary used in the art world is based on a system of ideas called the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design.
When you learn about elements and principles of design you can communicate your ideas better.
You can also analyze and appreciate art more.

8. Grading Rubric You will be graded on your artwork:
Following directions and problem solving
Neat and clean Technique/ Craftsmanship
Honest effort is shown
Creation is original
Composition includes the Principles of Design
And Art Literacy
Planning/sketching
Discussions and Presentations
Written Reflections and Critiques