Christian Life High School Miss Waldron

Room H-205, H-103

INTERMEDIATE ART
swald@clschools.org

ART 3/4

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Art 3/4 is a one year intermediate art course designed for further refinement of drawing and
painting skills. Various art making practices and new media will be introduced such as, colored pencil,
mixed media, and more advanced acrylic and watercolor painting techniques. Visual literacy and visual
communication skills will be further developed. In addition to the weekly assignments and projects the stu-
dents will also keep a sketchbook. Historical and contemporary topics will be evident in student work and/
or through class discussion. Prerequisite: Art 1/2 (Recommended: B or better in Art 1/2), Instructor Approval

SUPPLIES
Folder
Sketchbook minimum 8x10
maximum 9x12 with at least
50 pages
Drawing/ Sketching Pencil pack
with sharpener and eraser
Pencil case or large ziplock bag
for your supplies
Black dual end Sharpie
Small paint brush Set
Paint palette with lid
*Bring supplies to class everyday!
GRADING
In addition to assignments, projects, and art journaling you will be given quizzes and
quarterly tests in accordance with all the new techniques and historical information
you will learn in the class. Since there are no homework assignments for this course,
you are required to use you time efficiently. Lack of class participation or missed
deadlines will result in a grade reduction.
Weekly Participation: 20 points possible per week
Smaller projects: 10-25 points
Larger projects: 50-100 points
Sketchbook: 20 points per week
Tests/Quizzes: Points will vary
*Assignments are to be turned in on the date due which will be listed on every as-
signment sheet you receive. With the exception of an excused absence, each day late
will result in 5 points off the assignment.

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Students will be expected to follow the school rules as stated in the student handbook, including dress code policies.

ART ROOM RULES

1. No food, drink, or candy.
2. No phones.
3. No talking during studio time.
No inappropriate conversations. Watch the way you talk. Let nothing foul or dirty come out of your
mouth. Say only what helps, each word a gift. Ephesians 4:29
4. Stay in your assigned seat.
5. Be respectful to others.
6. Come to class prepared. Turn assignments on on time. (see above)
7. Be respectful with art supplies.