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Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 6th periods please follow the link and read the article. Be prepared to participate in a class discussion of the article and the information provided. It may be helpful to take notes and record questions you may have. How are these experiences similar (Jill Bolte Taylor & Mr. Utermohlen)? How are they different?
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/10/24/health/24alzh.html?_r=2

8th Period please follow the link to listen to Jill Bolte Taylor's TED Talk Lecture as well as the link for the article above. Be prepared to participate participate in a class discussion of the article and the information
provided. It may be helpful to take notes and record questions you may
have. What can we learn from these two experiences?
http://www.nytimes.com/2006/10/24/health/24alzh.html?_r=2
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/jill_bolte_taylor_s_powerful_stroke_of_insight.html

Welcome Back!

PAINTING X DRAWING
COURSE SYLLABUS
MR. MCQUILLING
      SCHOOL YEAR- FALL 2012 SPRING 2013
Course Overview
This course is designed to provide a broad overview of painting x drawing. A variety of methods, materials and techniques will be introduced to encourage exploration, experimentation and development of skill and knowledge.
The content for this class will be derived from the four components below which I believe will ensure a well-rounded art education experience
∑ Aesthetics- Learning to understand the nature, beauty, experience, meaning and value of art
∑ Art History- Acquiring knowledge about the contributions artists and art make to society and culture, acknowledging the contributions of other cultures
∑ Art Criticism- Learning how to respond to art, learning how to make judgments about the properties and qualities in visual form. Becoming familiar with using and understanding the Elements and Principles of Design
∑ Art Production- Making and creating art!
Painting X Drawing is taught in three sections.
∑ 9th Grade: Foundation Drawing X Painting- Students will build the fundamental skills in observational drawing and painting. This section will emphasize the use of the elements in accordance to the principles to create strong work.
∑ 10th Grade: Intermediate Drawing X Painting- Students will continue to focus on observational painting and drawing while introducing concepts of abstraction and artistic voice. This course will build on basic painting methods, procedures and color theory.
∑ 11th & 12th Grade Advanced Painting X Drawing- This course is designed to prepare a portfolio quality body of work in a variety of painting and drawing media. Lessons include observational drawing/painting, abstraction, issues in contemporary art, student voice and conceptual development.
Assessments / Grading for each marking period

Projects = 100 points
For each class project you will be given a handout describing the assignment, objectives and criteria of the lesson
You will be graded on creativity, level of effort, and craftsmanship (see rubric on next page)
Research Paper- 1per marking period =40-50 points
Each marking period you will be given a written research paper that relates directly to the project and is vital that it be completed!
*ALL papers must be typed!
Exams = 40-50 points
Your knowledge of the subject matter, media techniques and vocabulary will be assessed through one exam after the completion of each project lesson
In class assignments = 20-40 points
Sketches, notebooks, group critiques and reflection sheets will be graded and checked as “in class” assignments
Effort/ Participation= 20-40 points
This grade will be based on your attitude, in class work habits, class discussion participation and clean up.
*Notebook Folders
You will be responsible for keeping all notes, handouts, sketches, returned homework and exams. This folder will be kept in class, distributed and collected during class time.

*Project and Homework Deadlines
∑ 1 day late= minus 15pts
∑ Not accepted after second day
Deadlines apply in your absence and presence
(If you are absent on the day of a deadline your project will be considered late)
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Studio Procedures
BE READY!
∑ Come into the studio ready to work!
∑ Be ready for creative action
∑ Take out your work upon entering the room
∑ You are expected to focus on your work with minimal talking
BE RESPONSIBLE
∑ You are responsible for care of tools and keeping your cubby clean and organized
∑ You are responsible for following clean up procedures in your area before leaving the room
∑ Stop working when given 5-7 minute cleanup warning and not before
∑ After clean up remaining in your seats until the bell rings
∑ Display a positive attitude!
RESPECT
∑ The materials you are working with
∑ The teacher!
∑ Yourself
∑ Your peers, their ideas and impute
Prohibited in my class
∑ Headsets / Ipods etc
∑ Food
∑ Gum
∑ Cell phones
∑ Vulgar language
∑ Misuse or waste of materials
∑ Handling of work that doesn’t belong to you
∑ Disrespect to anyone!
∑ Excessive talking, constant disruptions
∑ Cutting class
∑ Hats, hoods, etc.
*Consequences for violation can result in: detention/ phone call to parent/ grade point deductions/ pink slip
Policies on lateness, detentions and notes, passes
       Unexcused Lateness (without note or signed pass)
∑ Sign in the late log if you are more than a minute late after the bell rings
∑ Two lateness of one minute will result in a detention. You will receive a detention if you are over a minute late
Detentions
∑ Detentions are to be taken during your lunch time or after school
∑ Failure to report to a detention will result in 1 more added detention and a possible phone call to parent
Notes/ passes
∑ You must request my written permission to miss class when involved in any activity outside this class
∑ If you are involved in sports, you must notify me of your absence in advance
Absences
∑ Any unexcused absence will result in a cut slip, detention and phone call to parent
∑ You are responsible for getting any work, assignments or information that you missed during your absence
∑ Sports participants- it is your responsibility to inform me of games that involve you missing class.
∑ Missed classes must be made up!
*Cutting class- a deduction of 10pts off your final grade
Additional Studio time to work on projects
∑ 5th period *
∑ 7th period
∑ After school
I’m looking forward to working with you this year!
Sincerely,
Mr. McQuilling
9TH GRADE CLASS MATERIAL AND SUPPLY LIST
1. HARDCOVER SKETCHBOOK (NOT SPIRAL BOUND).
2. DRAWING PENCILS 6B, 4B, 2B, HB, 2H, 4H.
3. BLACK SHARPIE MARKER (FINE AND BROAD TIP).
4. COMPRESSED AND VINE CHARCOAL (Start with 1 pack of each, you may need to buy again later).
5. 1 KNEADED ERASER, 1 RUBBER ERASER.
6. A FOLDER TO KEEP YOUR HANDOUTS ETC.
11TH & 12TH GRADE CLASS MATERIAL AND SUPPLY LIST
1. HARDCOVER SKETCHBOOK (NOT SPIRAL BOUND).
2. DRAWING PENCILS 6B, 4B, 2B, HB, 2H, 4H.
3. BLACK SHARPIE MARKER (FINE AND BROAD TIP).
4. MICRON PEN SET (.005, 01, 02, 03, 05, 08) * OPTIONAL BUT STRNGLY SUGGESTED.
5. WINDSOR NEWTON ARTISAN WATER MIXABLE OIL COLOUR BEGINNERS SET plus THE FOLLOWING COLORS- LEMON YELLOW, SAP GREEN, PHTALO BLUE, CADMIUM RED LIGHT, BURNT UMBER.
6. BLICK STUDIO ACRYLIC COLORS 120 ML. TUBES OF THE FOLLOWING – PRIMARY RED, PRIMARY YELLOW, PRIMARY BLUE, BURNT UMBER, TITANIUM WHITE, MARS BLACK, YELLOW OXIDE. (AVAILABLE AT DICK BLICK)
7. COMPRESSED AND VINE CHARCOAL (Start with 1 pack of each, you may need to buy again later).
8. 1 KNEADED ERASER, 1 RUBBER ERASER.
9. A FOLDER TO KEEP YOUR HANDOUTS ETC.
10. CANVAS’ AS NEEDED, BLICK STUDIO GALLERY 1-3/8” PROFILE CANVAS, SIZE WILL BE DETERMINED FOR EACH ASSIGNMENT. (APROXIMATELY 1 PAINTING EVERY 3-4 WEEKS) * THERE IS A LIMITED SUPPLY FOR SALE THROUGH OUR ARTSTORE FOR A DISCOUNTED RATE.
*Students will only need the Windsor Newton Beginners set to begin, the additional colors listed will serve as an extended full palette. Again you will only initially need the beginners set.
*A basic variety set of brushes (rounds, flats, filbert and angle) is encouraged but not required.
UTRECHT AND DICK BLICK ON MARKET ST. OFFER STUDENT DISCOUNTS (W/ YOUR ID) AND WILL HAVE THESE SUPPLIES IN STOCK.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Summer Break!

Well the year has all but come to an end, tomorrow is graduation and the studio is looking bare like a tree stripped of its leaves in the fall. This time of year always makes me (and from my experience students also) pretty sentimental. It has been a whirlwind of a year at CAPA. For myself it was a fresh start at a new school ripe with expectations and excitement, I'm sure many of the freshmen can relate. One of the funny things about teaching is the roller coaster ride that every academic year proves to be. For many of you this year brought countless hours of work and crunching to meet deadlines that stretched you to your limit or maybe even put you beyond your limits. For those of you that chose to accept the challenge I have to say for the record; I AM SO PROUD OF YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS! You are truly a unique group, among the best of the best young artists Philadelphia has to offer. That innate talent and ability will continue to grow like ivy, uncontrollable as long as you continue to push yourselves. With Summer break upon us, take some time to refuel and relax, soak up the sun, spend time with family and friends, laugh, sleep in late, swim in a pool, pond, creek, river or the ocean, get out of the city and see some nature, get into center city and visit a museum (New Barnes...) or gallery, make some new work in your sketchbook, paint, draw, sculpt, design. Do all those things that you love to do but seem to get pushed aside during the academic school year. All of this is really important so that when you return in September you are refreshed and excited about taking yourself to the next level or three to be the artist you are meant to be... the best and the brightest. Thank you for the honor of being a part of that development, it really is such a special gift. Have a wonderful Summer break, see you next year!

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Winding Down

Final Projects are in full swing. Here is a list of deadlines to help you insure that you finish the year with strong marks.

9th & 10th Grade students-
-Proposals due May 5th
-Black and white study due May 17th
-Color Study due May 25th
- Final piece due June 8th

11th and 12th Grade students-
Finals due May 31st

Enjoy!

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Class Notes

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Presentation & Exhibitions

Matte Vs. Mount

Matte- is a heavy weight board used to create a frame around the piece. These usually come in two colors, one side may be black and the other side white. The surface is often pebbled on higher end matte board and comes in single or double thickness. A matte may have a larger bottom to allow for visual rest, this is called a drop matte
Mount- a paper support that the original artwork is adhered to.

When is it appropriate to matte? Mattes can be used for any artwork on a paper or board surface. Canvas boards may be matted if they are to be framed. In general any piece that will be put in a frame will be matted.

When is it appropriate to mount artwork? Mounts are useful for work that cannot have any of the image covered or where the paper is being showcased (deckled edges on watercolor/print papers).

When mounting or matting it is important to use acid free adhesives for longevity.

*Ikea frames are extremely affordably priced and come with pre cut mattes. I personally use these and make all of my prints/drawings to fit these frames. Note that customers are much more likely to buy an artwork that has been framed, making it easier and cheaper for them to simply hang the work in their home.

Framing-

Frames should not distract from your work, it is simply there to enhance the work and provide a clean presentation. Think of the way a chef “plates” an expensive dish at a restaurant, usually on a minimal white platter. There are generally two schools of frames, elaborate or ornate frames and modern minimal frames.

Hanging your work-

When hanging your work one should strive for a good “flow”. Generally you should hang your strongest pieces at eye level and begin and end with strong work. There are innumerable ways to arrange the work, from chaotic installations to very orderly structured approaches. The arrangement of the work should coincide with the subject matter or concept of the works.

ARTIST STATEMENTS-

These are best written after completing a body of work. An artist statement is meant to help your audience better understand your work and the ideas you are striving to communicate to your viewer. Think of this as a safety net to ensure your audience understands your motivation and ideas. Avoid using overly flowery language and making things up to sound more “artsy”, DO NOT EXCEED ONE PAGE!

ACQUIRING EXHIBITIONS

Start small. Coffee shops, restaurant, hair salons are all great places to start exhibiting your work. Many of these local business owners are happy to display local artists works (as long as they are professionally presented).
Look into group exhibitions and juried shows (judges choose the work). Use the Internet to connect with your local art scene… check local art school websites for exhibition opportunities etc.
Have a small portfolio of your work on your cell phone or Ipod. This makes it much more difficult for them to turn you away because of your age.
Make sure to be very polite and respectful when speaking with the business owner. You are not your “outside self” rather you need to present your “business self”. It is extremely important that you learn to differentiate the two!
Businesses may ask you to agree to a contractual division of the monies earned from sold work. These generally are 40% to the gallery 60% to the artist. 50/50 and 40/60 is also fairly common.
As a student it is to your benefit to price your work on the lower end of the scale. If you would like some way to calculate the cost more objectively it is helpful to consider what hourly rate you feel your expertise is worth and multiply that by the hours you spent completing the piece. Always add the price of the frame to this figure.

PROMOTION-

The internet is your friend! There is an assortment of social media website suited for promoting your works. Facebook, Deviant Art, Tumbler, Etsy, Instagram, and blogs (blogger.com) are all free and wonderful ways to access a much wider audience then your friends and relatives. I’ve even sold artworks on Ebay…
First Friday- Every first Friday of the month olde city galleries (and galleries throughout the city) open their doors to show off their newest exhibitions. These receptions or parties tend to have snack food and beverages for guests to enjoy while they view the works and smooze with the artists and other socialites (artists, business owners, art collectors etc.) This is a fantastic place to meet other artists and movers and shakers in the art world in your city.
Business cards may seem a little dated but without a doubt if a person hands you a well designed business card you are sure to walk away thinking to yourself “Wow that artist really has his/her stuff together!”. A quick google search will yield several companies who are willing to produce these free of cost as long as you allow their logo on the back.
Cell phone/Ipod portfolios-Having images of your work to show potential clients is a must!
Never burn a bridge! Word of mouth is still the most important type of promotion. Make sure you present your best self and are courteous to those who may be buttering your bread.
Craft and art fairs are pretty commonplace in the spring summer months and do require you to put out money reserving a table but are often fruitful. Make sure you are aware of the crowd. The local ladies at the church may not be entirely receptive to your remix of The Garden of Earthly Delights.

Click Here to see the Etsy Sellers handbooks, a great resource for those starting out selling their work.
Follow This Link to read another inspiring article about a young artist making his way in this tough economy.