Student Name ___________________________________ Kathe Kollwitz Printmaking Rubric Art 3 & Art 4 | Spring 2017

5 Exemplary 4 Satisfactory 3 Developing 2-0 Unsatisfactory

Preliminary The student has completed a comprehensive
thumbnail sketch and a full-size drawing. The
Work sketch reflects the assigned topic and shows
consideration for the characteristics of
printmaking.
Carving of The student carefully carved their linoleum block
and repaired any mistakes. All textures are
Block intentional and serve an aesthetic or conceptual
purpose.
Completion of The student proofed their block and created at
least 3 prints of black ink on white paper. At least
Prints one print shows an even distribution of ink, a
minimum of errors, and intentional texture and
lines.
Originality The student completed his or her own work and
did not copy the artwork of another person or
organization. The students subject is unique.
The students own artistic style or voice is visible
in the piece.
Artists The student wrote an artists statement that
addresses content, the use of elements &
Statement principles of art, and process. The student wrote
more than three sentences per topic. All spelling
and grammar is correct. The thoughts presented
in the statement are reflective and in-depth.
The student has completed a simple thumbnail
sketch and a full-size drawing. The sketch is
loosely related to the concept and shows some
regard for the characteristics of printmaking.
The student left a few unrepaired errors in their
carving, but overall the block is well carved and
shows planning and intention.
The student did not proof their block but created
at least 3 prints. At least one print shows an
attempt at evenly distributed ink and a minimum
of errors.
The student completed his or her own work and
did not copy anothers artwork. The student may
have used anothers subject but made it his or
her own through adapting it.
The student wrote an artists statement that The students artists statement addresses
addresses content, the use of elements &
principles of art, and process. The student wrote
three sentences per topic. Spelling and grammar
is mostly correct. Some thoughts are reflective
and in-depth.
The student began but did not complete their
full-size drawing, the sketch does not relate to
the assigned topic, or the drawing is not
executable as a print.
The student began but did not finish their
carving or the carving has significant errors.
The student did not create 3 prints, or all their
prints were unsuccessful and they did not
attempt to solve the problem.
The student did not fully complete his or her
own work. The students message is not
unique but an attempt was made to adapt it.
The student did not write an artists
two of the three required topics. The student
wrote less than three sentences in some
topics. There are some spelling and grammar
errors.
The student did not attempt to
create a thumbnail sketch or
drawing.
The student did not attempt to
carve the linoleum block.
The student did not make any
prints.
The student did not complete his or
her own work, or the student copied
another persons artwork.
statement, OR, the student did not
address the required topics or wrote
significantly less than three
sentences per topic.

Use of Class Time 20 points The student used class time wisely and stayed on-task. -5 points per day of off-task behavior.
Idea Development 20 points The student participated in the discussion of Kathe Kollwitzs work, submitted thumbnail sketches, and participated in a one-on-one
conference discussing their idea with Mrs. Compton. -5 points for missing any of these.
Respect of Studio & Materials The student respected the studio by cleaning up after him or herself and ensuring that he or she did not make a mess during carving.
20 points Materials were treated with care and respect, not wasted, and not abused. -5 points per day of not meeting this requirement.
Safety 20 points The student used all materials safely. Lino cutters and other carving tools were used safely and put away when not in use. -5 points
per day of not meeting this requirement.
Punctuality 20 points The student submitted their project on time. -5 points per day late.

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