Critical Thinking: Printmaking, Grades 10-12

• Transform personal experiences into original artwork using the elements and principles of art • Increase competency in application of the elements and principles of art to effectively illustrate personal expression, style and technique • Recognize, describe and interpret the artist’s intention using age-appropriate vocabulary • Recognize and reinforce the significance of the visual arts within the community and culture of everyday life • Identify and define career opportunities in the visual arts • Critique, defend and support preferences for an artwork using age-appropriate art vocabulary • Identify art theories and processes based on the elements and principles of art • Use and manipulate tools and materials in an age-appropriate manner that displays mastery in skill and style development • Use and manipulate tools and materials that help depict moods, ideas and feelings in an artwork • Analyze and assess strengths in their own artwork • Work on strategies for improvement based on technical skill and knowledge of the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design • Explore how artists from different cultures and periods have represented similar themes using a variety of techniques, styles, and media • Assess and compare/contrast different styles in artwork that reflect people’s values and beliefs. • Apply self-reflection strategies to improve art skills and art concepts. • Work on strategies for improvement based on technical skill and conceptual knowledge of the elementsART and HISTORY principles of AND art. CULTURAL CONTRIBUTIONS • Make informed creative decisions through critical thinking and problem solving based on accumulated prior knowledge. The historical significance of each art project will be an integral part of every lesson throughout the academic

school year.

Students will be able to:

● Discuss historical significance of art in our lives ● Compare and contrast themes in artwork using historical and cultural context ● Research and discuss specific artists and their influence on culture and society ● Research and discuss specific careers associated with the visual arts ● Review the varied types of tools and media that will be used ● Master critiquing skills and strategies when looking at and talking about art ● Discuss how diverse cultural traditions have inspired art creation ● Research and discuss arts movements in painting and drawing throughout the world and over the centuries that have inspired art creation ● Apply research skills and strategies to create a historically accurate document comparing and contrasting two fine arts movements

Students will be able to recall and refer to at least 3 culturally significant aspects in printmaking from 3 art projects. Students will produce at least 1 artwork that references a specific printmaking technique at the mastery level. Students will be able to complete 1 research-based project at the mastery level.

VOCABULARY

Concept-Building Art Criticism Timeline Aesthetic Judgement Evaluate Analyze Describe Critique Portfolio Assessments Rubric Marketing Credit Line (title, artist, size, medium, location of art work)

END OF YEAR EXPECTATIONS

• Incorporate, identify and discuss learned Elements and Principles in relation to subject matter, themes, and art work • Make decisions using Elements and Principles to effectively communicate their ideas visually • Use a variety of art materials and resources that are developmentally appropriate • Select art materials that best achieve student’s artistic intent • Create various art works based on conceptual imagery, social issues and current events • Think critically to solve problems independently during the creative process • Describe, analyze, interpret and evaluate the art work of others

• Write reflections on their artistic process • Write research-based essays that explore the life of artists, art periods, movements, etc. • Create work based on prior knowledge • Reflect and analyze their own work and artistic progress • Observe, analyze, and evaluate art work in small and large groups

• Write reflections based on their own artistic process, progress, thoughts, concepts and accomplishments • Develop research-based documents that explore artists, art periods, movements, concepts, etc. • Reach mastery in art skills, application of art techniques, use of academic art vocabulary, and concept building

ASSESSMENT AND PORTFOLIO REVIEW VOCABULARY

Portfolio Collection Reflection Exhibition Digital Portfolio Assessment Students will be able to: Rubric Matting ● Complete all projects that may have been assigned Mounting Craftsmanship ● Participate in a collaborative artistic display Artist’s Statement

● Explain and discuss how they created their artwork ● Relate and reference their artwork to art history ● Reflect on the meaning or their feelings about their work verbally and through writing ● Explain how their student portfolio was assessed

Students should have produced at least 6 art pieces for their portfolio indicating mastery of all curriculum components of Printmaking. Students will have completed and included their sketchbooks/reflective journals as part of their portfolio. The portfolio should include evidence of the techniques, concepts, cultural connections, art history, and thinking skills developed through instruction over the year

Studio in Printmaking

Monoprinting, Relief Printing and Transfer Pulling a print Embossing Print Reverse image Monoprint Objectives: Carving tools Ink Students will Benchhook • Research, analyze and discuss the Embossing historical and social influences and Brayer significance of printmakers who use wood, Gouge linoleum, cardboard, etc. Baren • Compare and contrast the printmaking Reduction print techniques of at least two diverse Concave printmakers or printing methods Convex • Explore and practice with a variety of monoprinting, relief printing and embossing Artist: techniques • Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each medium • Develop techniques and styles that showcase skills in design and color placement • Explore and apply printmaking techniques and methods on a variety of surfaces • Use various writing strategies and graphic organizers to develop ideas for a self- developed student concept • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Create a series of prints that incorporate student concept • Remain focused on the development of Henri de Toulouse Lautrec their artwork for a prolonged period and discuss their thinking as the work progresses

Outcomes Students will create 1 printmaking series that includes 5 prints that use at least two different printmaking methods at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit

Studio in Printmaking

Intaglio and Etching Blockprint paper Limited edition Series Objectives: Needle Signature Students will Asphaltum • Research, analyze and discuss the Acid bath historical and social influences and Burnisher significance of intaglio and etching, Cheesecloth including its tools, chemicals, and Contrast techniques Etching ground • Compare and contrast two artists that use Transparency or have used intaglio or etching methods Chine collé • Explore and practice with a variety of etching and intaglio techniques, including Artist: solar plates • Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each medium • Develop techniques and styles that showcase skills in design and color placement • Explore printmaking techniques on a variety of surfaces • Use various writing strategies and graphic organizers to develop ideas for a self- developed student concept • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Create a series of prints that incorporates the student’s concept • Remain focused on the development of Harmenszoon van Rijn Rembrandt their artwork for a prolonged period and discuss their thinking as the work progresses

Outcomes

Students will create 1 intaglio or etching series that includes 5 prints that use at least two different printmaking methods at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit.

Studio Graphic Arts: Printmaking

PrintmakingEdition SCREEN PRINTING Opaque Translucent Layering Texture Objectives: Superimpose Tints Students will Serigraphy • Research, analyze and discuss the Stencil historical and social influences and Photo silkscreen significance of screen printing, including Squeegee marketing and other purposes Drawing fluid • Compare and contrast two artists that use or Blockout fluid Masking have used screen printing methods • Define edition and explain the difference Artist: between edition and series • Explore and practice a variety of screen printing techniques • Develop techniques and styles that showcase skills in design and color placement • Explore printmaking techniques on a variety of surfaces • Use various writing strategies and graphic organizers to develop ideas • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Create an edition of prints on a fabric or alternate material that incorporates students’ concept and design Andy Warhol • Remain focused on the development of their artwork for a prolonged period and discuss their thinking as the work progresses

Outcomes Students will create 1 edition that include at least 3 prints on fabric or alternative surface at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit

Studio in Printmaking

COLLAGRAPHS AND MIXED Collagraph MEDIA PRINTING Mixed media Objectives: Found objects Students will Adhesives • Research, analyze and discuss the historical Sealant and social influences and significance of printmaking using mixed-media, such as cardboard, string, etc. • Compare and contrast two artists that use or have used collagraphic methods • Explore and practice with a variety of Artist: collagraphic and mixed media techniques • Develop techniques and styles that showcase skills in design and color placement • Explore and apply printmaking techniques on a variety of surfaces • Use various writing strategies and graphic organizers to develop ideas for a self- developed student concept • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Create a series of collagraphic prints that incorporates students’ concept and design • Remain focused on the development of their artwork for a prolonged period and discuss Romare Beardon their thinking as the work progresses

Outcomes Students will create 1 series that include at least 5 collagraphic prints at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit.

Studio in Printmaking Printmaking on Alternate, Unexpected and

Water soluble inks Unconventional Surfaces Water soluble glazes Water soluble paints Objectives: Preservation Porous Students will Non-porous • Research, analyze and discuss the Malleable historical and social influences and Receptive significance of printmaking on alternate and unconventional surfaces • Compare and contrast two artists that use or have used alternative and unconventional printmaking surfaces Artist: • Explore and practice with a variety of receptive surfaces, such as textile, ceramic, plastic, leather, metal, non- traditional papers, etc. • Compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of each surface • Explore and develop techniques and styles that showcase skills in design and color placement • Use various writing strategies and graphic organizers to develop ideas for a self-developed student concept • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Create a series of prints that incorporates the students’ concept Kathyann White

Outcomes Students will create 1 series that includes at least 4 prints on 2 alternate surfaces at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit.

Studio in Printmaking

Student Choice

Culminating work Objectives:

Self-critique Students will • Reflect, analyze and discuss the Concept knowledge developed in previous Reflection projects, including the strengths and challenges of each unit • Use brainstorming and writing strategies (such as graphic organizers) that hone in on a student- developed theme for his/her final art product • Sketch concepts that implement and integrate students’ personal style • Identify and apply appropriate materials, tools, and techniques that will be utilized that solidify final concept

Outcomes Students will produce at least 1 product that reveals integration of prior instruction and knowledge developed during Printmaking. Concept will be evident and will demonstrate appropriate use of chosen materials at the mastery level, indicating ability to effectively use Elements of Art and Principles of Design at the end of this unit.