AP STUDIO ART
Course Overview
Teacher: Ms. Tomick
Prerequisites: Art III, Art IV, or Portfolio Review
Skills You Will Refine:
Course Description:
Problem Solving:
AP Studio Art is an advanced studio class where you will learn to
create meaningful pieces in order to build a portfolio of your best
work through the study and application of the elements and
principles of design. This course is designed as a rigorous college
level course taught at the high school level.
Studio Time:
What are we going to do during class?
The majority of your time will be studio time where you can work on
developing your own portfolio. This time will also be broken up with in
class critiques and discussions.
Grading:
Where and when are grades posted?
All graded assignments will be posted online on Clarity. You can
expect your grade to be posted one week after the assignment is
collected.
How will I be graded?
You will be graded according to a six point grading scale similar to
that of the used to assess the AP Portfolio.
Grades are based on the following categories:
Critiques: 25-100 points
Sketchbook: 100 points
Finished Projects: 100 points
Portfolio Reviews: 100-300 points
Assignments:
What kind of projects will we be doing?
You will be choosing your own concepts to explore for the year and
can choose the media where you wish to refine your skills. You will
also be responsible for keeping up with your portfolio and turning in
a digital one at the end of the year as well as making a website.
How will I be using my sketchbook?
Your sketchbook is where you will paste all handouts, work on
brainstorming, practice techniques, and complete bi-weekly
drawing exercises. This is a place to experiment and develop your
work.
How much time do I have to devote outside of class?
For AP Art you will be required to submit a portfolio of 24 artworks (if
working 2D) or 14-20 artworks (if working 3D). In order to complete all
of the work you will need to finish about one project a week and be
willing to spend a MINIMUM of 5-10 hours a week outside of class.
Copyright and Originality
Students are expected to create their own, original artwork. When
published photographs or the works of other artists are used, they
should be in the service of a personal vision. Any published image
should be altered in such a substantial way that it moves beyond
duplication.
You will be creating your own art
challenges to find your own unique
and creative solutions to develop a
portfolio.
Collaboration:
You will work with your peers in
groups, to challenge each other
with ideas, and offer feedback on
each other’s work.
Creativity:
You will continue to develop your
ability to challenge your ideas and
communicate them effectively.
Critique Artwork:
You will refine your ability to look at,
analyze, and discuss your artwork,
work of your peers, and art history.
Technique:
You will practice, experiment, and
refine your skills in a media of your
choice.
Artist Voice:
You will develop your own artistic
style or voice and enhance your
personal expression.
Materials:
Every Class You Will Need:
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Sketchbook
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Drawing Pencils
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Large Eraser
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Agenda
Contact Information
If you have any questions or
concerns please don’t
hesitate to talk to me:
Email: Brittany.Tomick@lcps.org
Art Room: 1823