6th Grade Intro to Art

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”  -Pablo Picasso
  • What is this class? How does an artist think? This intro level course will explore all styles of art using both 2D and 3D art. Students will create using the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Students will also create their own personal sketchbook journal.
  • What are the Units we will learn?:  Elements of Art, Principles of Design, Drawing, Painting, Careers in Art, Sculpture/Ceramics
  • How do I earn a grade?: 
    Class Preparation 10% → Be organized, be prepared, use and clean all art material/tools correctly.  Each art class day you have the opportunity to earn points in this category.
    Classwork 30% → This includes any note-taking, writing self-reflections, research, and most of all, Sketchbook assignments.  Sketchbook assignments include various exercises, practice drawings or experimental techniques of new art materials. This is a great way to earn points is graded more on completion rather than quality of art
​​          Performance Tasks 60% → Working like an artist, you will complete 2-5 long-term artworks based on                each unit of study listed above.  You will utilize your Period 5 extended time to work on these projects.                These are evaluated based on the quality of the art.
Elements of Art and Principles of Design
  6th Grade Color Mixing and Painting Unit Resources
Intro to Ceramics