Art 2/ Art 2 GT: Developing Ideas in Media

Grades 10,11,12: 1 Credit

Instructor: Jocelyn Bocchino
Jocelyn_Bocchino@hcpss.org
http://RHScreative2.blogspot.com/

Art is, after all, only a trace- like a footprint, which shows that one has walked bravely and with great
happiness. –Robert Henri (1865-1929)

Welcome to Art!
Prerequisite Art II: Art I (with a grade of C or better)
Prerequisite Art II GT: Art I (with a grade of B or better and teacher recommendation)
This course is the second in a four year Studio Art Program and challenges students who continue at
this level to refine their skills in fine arts media and creative problem solving. These problems
become increasingly complex and require students to draw upon knowledge of both traditional and
contemporary art from diverse cultures. Emphasis is placed on creative problem solving,
independent research and learning, task commitment and special topics.

In addition, students will practice using art vocabulary both verbally and written to articulate
responses to the work of others as well as reflecting on their own work and progress. Progress will
be closely monitored through individual and group critiques as well as self reflection. A visual
journal will be maintained to record concepts, media experiments, and generate ideas.

Grading Policies and Procedures:

Portfolio: Each student will compile a portfolio that consists of work completed in class or at
home, sketchbook/visual journal, reflections and exams. Each work in the portfolio will be graded
according to the following criteria:
Objectives - Meeting the criteria or objectives for the specific assignment. Ex. An assignment may
include specific preparation/brainstorming.
Studio Skills – Proper handling of equipment, responsible use of time, respect for others and their
work, clean up, and class participation.
Craftsmanship / Presentation – Neatness and respect for your work should be evident in the
appearance of a completed assignment.
Design – Thoughtfulness to the composition and its relationship to your personal ideas.

Homework (all): The nature of this class requires work to be done outside of class in order to
complete the requirements on time. This work will include but not be limited to completing class
work, making up missed studio time, doing research and gathering ideas for work.

Additional Homework (GT): GT students will be given additional problems to solve at home.
Though they may employ the use of similar concepts, materials, or themes from in-class
assignments they will be unique works of art. GT students will also keep an online portfolio through
the use of Flickr.

Visual journals: These are small, personal books that we make in class. It will allow you to
experiment and expand on ideas for making art in different ways. Visual Journals will be collected at
the end of each quarter and will consist of a minimum of 10 entries.

Late Work: For each day late you submit a homework assignment after the deadline, you will be
deducted one letter grade, (or 10%) off of your grade. For each day late you submit an in-class
assignment after the deadline, you will be deducted half a letter grade, (or 5%) off of your grade.

Absence: If you are legally absent, you may make up missed work. You are permitted a one day
extension for every day you are absent. You are responsible for asking the instructor for
missed work. The nature of the assignment may require that you do the work at school rather
than at home. It is up to the instructor to decide on what day and at what time this would occur.

Grades will be based on a points earned/total points system. The grade is determined by dividing
points earned by points possible. Letter grades will assigned on a 100 point percentage scale: 89.5%
+=A, 79.5%+=B, 69.5%+=C, 59.5%+=D, 59.5% or less = E
Quarterly Grades:
Class Assignments = 70%
Homework = 30%
Participation = 10% Participation includes daily behavior and engagement in class. You can
receive a maximum of 4 participation points per day, every day. Points will be deducted for lateness,
(2 pts. per lateness) wasting class time, negative behavior, etc.

Honor code: Remember that plagiarism is illegal. If a student is found to have plagiarized from
print or internet sources, they will receive a zero for the assignment, a parent conference and office
referral.

Required Materials:
-You are required to have a useable #2 pencil, with an eraser, EVERYDAY!!!
-Sketchbook: Students must have a holding place for notes and brainstorming material. The
notebook will be used for class notes, image collection, sketches for idea development, journaling
and critiques. The notebook will be graded. This can be a spiral bound notebook or a binder/folder
to use with computer paper. As an artist, I highly, highly recommend using a spiral bound
sketchbook (9x12 inches). However, it is not required.
Sketchbooks can be found at local arts or office supply stores such as Michael's, Office Depot,
Staples, JoAnn's, etc.
-You may also want to bring in an art smock or an old oversized shirt to protect your clothing.

Attendance: Attendance is essential to your success in this course. You are responsible for all
class-work. If you miss a class for any reason, you will be expected to make up the studio time.
Missing nine or more days may result in denial of credit for this course. In order to make up work,
an excused absence note must be received within 2 days of returning to school.
Lateness: Always be on time. If you are late, you must have a pass.
1st Offense: Verbal Warning
2nd Offense: SIR with corresponding parent/guardian contact
3rd Offense: SIR with corresponding parent/guardian contact and classroom detention
4th Offense: Administrative referral that could result in more serious consequences
such as Saturday school, In School Suspension, or Suspension.

Behavior: All school wide rules and policies are in effect, in addition:
- No food or drink on any occasion, even if it is a holiday, your birthday or any other day you
might consider special, is permitted in the studio. This is for your safety as well as the safety of
the work of others.
- Experimentation is part of learning; however, do not disturb the work of others or use materials
in an unsafe manner.
- Be responsible; remember that others are depending on us and us on them to keep the
equipment in working order. You must clean up after yourself. You are responsible for your
assigned materials, please keep them safe and clean. Do not waste supplies!!! If your materials
have been misused or damaged in any way you will be held accountable.
 - For some people, conversation helps them to make art; for others, quiet, focused thought is
best. In this class, talking quietly while you work is okay – as long as your conversation is not
adversely affecting your work, or the work of those around you. I will be the judge of how much
is too much!

- Any spills or accidents with materials must be promptly cleaned up. (All students who share
space at a table are responsible for that table and are expected to help clean up any messes, even
if they are not personally responsible.)

- Critiques are an opportunity to gain feedback and provide helpful commentary for your fellow
artists. Treat others with respect by thoughtfully reflecting on their artwork. Intolerant,
immature, and/or purposefully mean comments will not be tolerated.
- Due to the nature of this class, students may be in different areas doing different things at one
time; therefore you must behave in a mature and responsible manner. Immature behavior can
include but not be limited to: misuse of equipment, damage of equipment, horse play (running,
pushing, hitting, wrestling, fighting) dangerous use of materials (splashing, throwing,
consuming), abusing other students’ work. If you fail to do so, you will receive the following
consequences:
1st Offense: Verbal Warning
2nd Offense: SIR with corresponding parent/guardian contact
3rd Offense: SIR with corresponding parent/guardian contact and classroom detention
4th Offense: Administrative referral that could result in more serious consequences
such as Saturday school, In School Suspension, or Suspension.
**Severity of behavior may result in multiple or more severe consequences

Opportunities!
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) NAHS is a nationally accredited honor society in which
students participate in a variety of events and activities. We take special field trips, host RHS’s
annual CoffeeHouse, do art projects with younger students, have crazy contests and festivals, and
we make lots of fun things! In general we relax and have a good time once a week after school.

Art Shows and Exhibitions: On our website, you can access lots of information regarding
scholarship opportunities, contests, and county programs that you can apply for.