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The purpose of an AP class is to
help students prepare for college.
At the same time, it gives the
student the opportunity to receive
college credit or to place out of
certain college courses, thus saving
time and money. This class will be
taught at a faster pace that the
normal high school art course with
higher level skills, outside projects,
reading and gallery/ exhibit visits
expected.
AP Studio Art sets a national standard in the visual arts that
contributes a significant role to the academic environment, while
allowing students to earn college credit and/or advanced placement
while in high school.
AP courses address:
Quality of student work
The student’s concentration on a particular interest or visual problem
The student’s need for breadth of experience in the formal, technical,
and expressive means of the artist.
In 2006, over 28,000 students submitted AP Studio Art portfolios.
Encourage creative and systematic investigation of
formal and conceptual issues.
 Emphasize making art as an ongoing process that
involves the student in informed and critical decision
making.
 Help students develop technical skills and familiarize
them with the functions of the visual elements.
 Encourage students to become independent thinkers
who will contribute inventively and critically to their
culture through the making of art.
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2-D Design
3-D
Drawing
The exam for Studio Art is the
submission of a portfolio of slides,
original art work, and written
commentary. Portfolios are scored
from a one to a six; three and above
is a passing score.
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This portfolio is intended to address twodimensional (2-D) design issues. Design
involves purposeful decision making about
how to use the elements and principles of art
in an integrative way.
Students are asked to demonstrate mastery
of design through any 2-D medium or process
including, but not limited to, graphic design,
digital imaging, photography, collage,
fabric design, weaving, illustration,
painting, and printmaking.
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12 slides of breadth work
12 slides of concentration work
5 actual works of quality
Katherine Devereux, Pensacola High
School, Pensacola, FL --- Score: 6
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The Drawing Portfolio is designed to address
a very broad interpretation of drawing issues
and media. Light and shade, line quality,
rendering of form, composition, surface
manipulation, and illusion of depth are
drawing issues that can be addressed through
a variety of means, which could include
painting, printmaking, mixed media, etc.
Abstract, observational, and inventive works
may demonstrate drawing competence.
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12 slides of breadth work
12 slides of concentration work
5 actual works of quality
Lydia N. Rogers, Pleasant Grove HS,
Texarkana, TX --- Score: 6
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This is mostly a studio environment and you
will be expected to be WORKING ON YOUR
PORTFOLIO.
You will also be practicing technique,
researching artists and time periods of art,
learning composition and filling your brain
with totally artistic notions.
Other totally cool stuff will be added when
Mrs. Montierth feels the need to enlighten
you…..
Practicing drawing techniques
Drawing from life
Practicing Color Theory and Color Mixing
Learning Linoleum Printmaking
Use the elements of art.
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Using the principles of art to create
better art.
Learning about famous Artists
throughout time
Learning about Contemporary
Artists of our time and in our area.
Creating a Portfolio of Artwork
What will I need to bring to this class?
Pencil - needed for daily sketchbook assignments
Class fee - $20.00 will cover shared supplies and sketchbook
Old men’s dress shirt or apron to protect your clothing
*At this point, I would recommend that you purchase your own drawing and
Painting tools of the trade.
Can I buy supplies if I would like
to have my own to keep?
You can bring your own supplies
from home, purchase from
an art supply store:
Ogden Blue on 25th street in Ogden
Michael’s
Reuel’s in Salt Lake
or you can purchase various
supplies through the school.
Talk to Mrs. Montierth if you are interested.
Set of 24 - $15.00
Set of 72 - $40.00
½ the price of retail 
Pay the book keeper then bring the
receipt to Mrs. Montierth and she
will give you the set you paid for.
• You will be provided illustration board, watercolor paper, drawing paper, etc.
for your projects as well as the use of classroom paints, pencils and brushes.
• The size limit of board for projects is 16” x 20”. If you want larger board or
paper, you will need to pay for it.
• If you would like to have nicer paper or canvases you may purchase those and
bring them in.
• You can purchase some things here if you desire.
• You will be allowed to matt two projects per quarter, up to 18” x 24”. If you
want to matt something larger, you will need to pay the cost of the matt board.
• Frames are not supplied. We do have a limited supply of frames to check out
for shows but they belong to the school. It is recommended that you purchase
frames yourself if possible.
• It is recommended that you have your own paintbrushes if possible.
When should I bring the things
needed for this class?
$20.00 Fee - ASAP - If you are having a problem with
the fee, please talk to Mrs. Montierth
to work something out.
Sketchbook and Pencil - Every Day starting next class time
Old shirt, Apron or Smock - ASAP
You and a partner will be assigned a drawer to keep your
class supplies in. YOU will be responsible for the key.
Key replacement is $2.00.
Never leave your valuable personal items sitting around or
inside your drawer. These drawers are easily broken into
and not very secure.
If something is lost or stolen Mrs. Montierth and Fremont
High School will NOT be responsible to replace it for you.
(But we will feel really bad for you)
What will I be graded on in this class?
Keeping a Sketchbook Daily Work Points, quizzes, in class assignments
Gallery Visits - One per quarter.
Portfolio Projects
A
B+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
D-
90 – 100%
87 – 89%
84 - 86%
80 - 83%
77 – 79%
74 - 76%
70 - 73%
67 - 69%
64 - 66%
60 - 63%
How do the daily work points work?
20 points per day total
15 points for being on time to class
minus 5 points for being late
5 points for cleaning up your own mess
and helping with the general classroom
cleanup.
What will go in my Sketchbook?
Your thumbnail sketches – for portfolio projects
Notes about ideas
Sketchbook Assignments – from the list
Sketchbooks will be graded at mid-terms
and most are worth 10 points each day.
Sketchbook assignments must be IN a
sketchbook in order to be graded.
They need to be in order sequentially
Do I need to be the best artist to get an A?
No- you just need to come every day, complete all
the projects, assignments, and sketchbooks - doing
your personal best work.
If you do all of the above – your artistic skills WILL
improve and Mrs. Montierth will be
happy to give you the A you deserve.
However - the portfolios are a different matter
entirely. To receive a good AP score you will need to
be in the top half of the nation.
Am I allowed to
turn in late work in
this class?
Yes
Most assignments and projects will have a due–date and
work won’t be graded until a few days after the due-date.
After the project due-date, there will not be in class time
to work on projects.
After work has been graded you will lose credit for turning
in work late
one week late – 20% credit loss
two week’s late – 50% credit loss
more than two week’s late – work may be given
some points at Mrs. Montierth’s discretion.
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If you don’t have your work ready by the date
of critique:
you will lose critique points
and assignment points
Am I allowed to talk during this class?
Absolutely - Quietly and Appropriately -During work
time. Mrs. Montierth thinks that learning to get
along with other people is one of the most important
things you will gain during your Education.
However- NOT during instruction.
If Mrs. Montierth is giving instruction – talking amongst
yourselves and talking out of turn is considered rude and
inconsiderate of those around you who are trying to hear.
Am I allowed to get out of my seat
during class?
Yes – there are times when you will need to get supplies,
sharpen pencils, etc.
However - It is considered rude and inconsiderate to get
up and sharpen a pencil, turn on the water, ask for the hall
pass or any other sort of disruption, while instruction is
being given or a presentation or demonstration is going on.
Try to remember your good manners
Can I invite my friends from other
classes to come to this class?
No
However – if you have a valid reason for doing
so, such as, in the event we have a guest artist
they would like to see, your friend must get
permission from their teacher in writing – prior to
coming to our class.
You also need to ask Mrs. Montierth for
permission before inviting them to come.
Can I leave the room and go hang
out in another art room nearby?
NO
You will be disrupting another
class and you will be marked
truant.
What are the Hall Pass Rules
Ask Mrs. Montierth before you use it, sign out on the hall
pass sign out sheet on the counter by the door.
You must be in class for ten minutes before you can use it
You can’t use it during classroom clean-up at the end of class.
You have a five minute time limit.
If you abuse the use of the hall pass, you will not be allowed
to use it for the rest of the term
Can I use a Cell Phone in this class?
Maybe
If you are using it for
a school related
assignment or class
participation project.
If you use for phone inappropriately, it will be taken from you.
1st offence- You can get it back at the end of the day from Me.
2nd offence- taken to administration.
Can I use any other
electronic devices in
this class?
Yes – only for art purposes
Yes – only for art purposes
Can I bring Food and Drink to this class?
Yes – within reason – remember this is an art
class and food has the potential to ruin artwork.
You can bring a small snack and a drink in a bottle with
A screw on lid.
However – no food or drink is allowed by the computers
If you bring in food- it is your
Responsibility to clean up
After yourself……
Will I be allowed to use the classroom
computers?
Yes, for things you need in this class
Finding references
making powerpoints
writing reports
No, for things not needed in this class
playing games
reading or writing e-mails
shopping
looking at anything not related to the
curriculum in this class
Can I Print things for other classes
or personal things not related to this
class?
Yes- but you will be charged
for the cost of the paper and the ink
Prices Vary
•Being late to class
•Truancy
•Being disrespectful
•Being wasteful of art supplies
•Leaving messes and not helping with general
classroom cleanup
•Not making good use of class time
•Not doing your work
•Inappropriate computer usage
•Inappropriate language
What are my first assignments for this
class?
1. Bring in signed disclosure 25 pts
2. Answer questions about disclosure on
paper in handwriting 20 pts
3. Pay class fee 50 pts
4. All Summer Assignments - Due
next Tuesday! Critique – Tuesday.
Where do I turn in my assignments?
Each class has a turn in drawer.
It is at the end of the counter next to the door.
Where do I pick up my graded work?
Each class has a graded work drawer.
It is in the row of drawers at the end of Mrs. Montierth’s
desk.
A few items of interest
Have you ever heard of SkillsUSA?
It is a student organization called a CTSO (like a club)
ANYONE Taking any Skilled and Technical Class is eligible to join.
Extra credit will be given in my class for joining. (Cost $20.00)
Mrs. Montierth, Mr. Paskett, Mrs. Sagers and Mr. Ellertson are advisors
We have monthly activities, service projects and Local, Regional, State and
National competitions that you can compete in. It’s a great way to make
new friends and get involved.
There are competitions which demonstrate career skills as well as
competitions which demonstrate leadership skills.
More Information to Come
Did you know…..
that you can letter in Art?
You can get the forms from any art teacher.
You need to maintain good grades in your art classes
You need to have taken at least three semester art classes
You need to enter shows and get an award
You need to have good attendance in all classes
Keep this in mind throughout the year
And work towards it.
What should I be working on
if I am interested in being the
Fremont High Visual Art
Sterling Scholar?
First and Foremost – Your art! All applicants will have to
display their best work. (any media is accepted)
You will also need to - keep up your grades in ALL classes
have good citizenship in ALL classes
take the ACT
show evidence of leadership
show evidence of community service
do well in the interview process - work on your
knowledge of art concepts and art history
enter art shows and win awards
meet all application deadlines
Fremont High’s Annual Art Show
Springville All State High School Art Show
Weber State’s Northern Utah High School Art Show
Weber District Art Show
Ogden’s Festival of the Arts High School Art Show
Weber County Fair
Utah State Fair
Yes
•Howl Chronicles
•SkillsUSA Advertising Design
•SkillsUSA Pin Design
•SkillsUSA Promotional Bulletin Board
•SkillsUSA Photography
•FHS Art Department T-shirt Design
•FHS Planner Cover Design
•FHS Graduation Commencement brochure design
•Standard Examiner – Design an AD contest