A course of study concerned with the area of sculpture known as "found art"; i.e., assemblages of common, every day objects into works of art, is presented. Objectives of the course require the student to be able to describe the procedures for found art techniques, define vocabulary concerned with found art, and demonstrate competency in…

This creative photography quinmester curriculum guide was written to enable the student to use photography in a wide range of art forms. The student will gain an understanding of how photography is used in the fields of commercial and fine art. The introduction to photography as a unique art form includes a brief history of creative and…

This guide for an elective quinmester calligraphy course describes it as an exploratory course in the creation of original works using advertising design as the source of the techniques and processes. Intended for grades 7 through 12, the course places particular emphasis on developing the elements of design: line, shape, color, value, and…

The elective quinmester art course, designed for grades seven through twelve, focuses on helping students develop an appreciation for sculpture, creative abilities, and "sculptural awareness", i.e., realize the impact that various forms of sculpture in the environment have on individuals. The curriculum guide includes outlined sections…

Basic printmaking processes and techniques are explored from a historical point of view in this quinmester curriculum guide for grades seven through twelve. Application of design using a variety of media, including linoleum, wood, found materials, paper, and cardboard, is emphasized. Major objectives are for students to: identify historical and…

Designed for students in grades seven through twelve, this elective, quinmester guide offers an outline on techniques in enameling. Objectives are for students to research, demonstrate, experiment in, and evaluate the art of enameling by tracing the historical development of the art, applying elements of design, demonstrating techniques and…

Fifty-six objectives, generally with one sample item each, for art in grades four through six are presented. Sample items are usually art projects. Objectives are arranged in categories: (1) elements of art; (2) using the elements; (3) principles of art; (4) perceptual skills; (5) art history; and (6) techniques. Sample items are drawn from…

This elective course for grades 7-12 was created with a three fold purpose: 1) to create in the student an awareness of the effect of sculptural forms on his environment; 2) to introduce the student to an appreciation of stone sculpture; and 3) to further enhance the artistic abilities of the student through sculpting in stone. Course content…

An exploratory course in the creation of shapes using a variety of metals and techniques is described in this guide for quinmester elective course for grades 7-12. Students cut, form, weld, rivet, cast and finish such metals as steel, copper, aluminum, brass, pewter, and bronze. They develop a working knowledge of the various tools and processes,…

Art media, techniques and skills for two and three dimensional design and composition are discussed in this Quinmester Program tentative curriculum guide. Students, upon completion of the course, are able to show competencies in the following areas of design: color, value, line, shape, texture, and multi-media and concept experimentation.…

A mastery of skills in creative ceramic arts is recommended for students in grades 9 through 12 before they attempt this quinmester course. Emphasis is upon students acquiring an understanding of the historical development of ceramics enabling them to identify outstanding ceramics of the past; basic kinds of ceramic art and ceramists from various…

Art concepts are surveyed from the beginning of recorded time of the stone age to present day contemporary society in this curriculum guide for grades seven through nine. Since art reflects culture, the student interprets the past, analyzes the present, and projects the future by using art as a medium. Objectives are for the student to identify…

This booklet outlines key competencies for art education in kindergarten through grade six in the Philadelphia school system. The goal of art education is to provide an understanding of elements and principles of composition and design such as color, line, shape, mass, and texture. Art education should involve students in creating, analyzing, and…

Major competencies are presented for art education courses in grades seven through 12 in the Philadelphia school system. The goal of art education is to promote an understanding of elements and principles of composition and design such as color, line, shape, mass, and texture. Art education should involve students in evaluating, creating, and…