
Course Description
This course is structured in a way that the students will be able to develop an art portfolio that would qualify for an AP art exam. Students will aim to develop 10 cohesive works for a concentration, and 10 works to show breadth. The students will still go through units based after the courses Drawing 1, Painting 1, 2D design, Sculpture 1, 3D design, printmaking, western art history and intro to non western art history like other courses. However the goal for these units is for students to add work to their breadth as well as help give students ideas for their concentration. At the beginning of term 2 students will have bi-weekly check-ins to discuss ideas with the class and get feedback. Students will learn how to develop their own style as well as bring their work to a finished state. They will explore and hopefully be inspired from a variety of art styles and cultures throughout history.
The goal of this course is to prepare students for an AP art test. Even if the student doesn’t participate in the AP test, students have a great opportunity to develop a cohesive body of work while exploring breadth. The AP art test consists of 3 separate tests that can be takenDrawing, 2D art, and 3D art. Which test that they are hypothetically or actually preparing for is up to them. Each test consists of 10 works that are cohesive with a binding style and concept, this is called the concentration. The other 10 works show the students ability to work in different styles, mediums, andtechniques. This is called “Breadth.” Students will be exposed to various styles and techniques throughout the course, while developing their concentration. At the endof eachproject one class will be dedicated to an “art critique” where students will get to share their work and the class will talk about the way the art principles were used and practice using art vocabulary to appreciate art. All art critiques will be constructive, the purpose is for students to have a marker to keep them on track and to graciously take constructive feedback to enhance their artwork.
Course Details

Advanced Art
Ninth Grade Tenth Grade Eleventh Grade Twelfth Grade
Unit 1: Introduction to AP Art Students will be explained in detail what is in the AP portfolio, and how to make a successful breadth/concentration. Unit 2: Drawing 1 (What must every artist know?) This unit will be a review of the 7 elements of art and drawing techniques. Students will be invited to push their knowledge of drawing and try new mediums and techniques. Unit 3: Painting (adding color) In this unit Students will learn about painting supplies and techniques, design basics, and focus on color theory. Unit 4: 2d design (mixed media and composition) Students will try other methods of two dimensional art such as printmaking and college. They will focus on composition and practicing all principles of design. While experimenting by mixing media. Unit 5: Sculpture 1 & 3D design Students will transition from two dimensional to three dimensional art, and learn techniques like handbuilding, additive sculpture, carving, and mold making. They will focus on form, texture, and movement. Unit 6: Commercial art Students will learn about the commercial side of as well as get a brief introduction of what graphic arts are. Students will learn how to base and frame their artwork. Students will learn about Studio art professions and how to compile a portfolio for those professions. Unit 7: Art History and Famous Artists overview Students will have to time to finish and submit their work, while review the art history we learned throughout the year. |
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Mrs. MaiLyn Niupulusū
MaiLyn Niupulusū (Millward) has a range of knowledge and experience in traditional as well as mixed media. She majored in Sculpture and Ceramics at Utah Valley University and apprenticed as a patina artist at Baer Bronze Fine Art foundry. Her work focuses on the human figure in mixed media and birds. Her art is heavily influenced by 19th century Art Nouveau, Tran Dynasty South-East Asian Art, and Oceanic Art. She comes from a very artistic background, being raised by two artist parents – one a stone carver and one a graphic designer. She served her mission in Fiji and studied again in Fiji for Non-Western Art History and in Samoa for a study abroad. She loves to travel, sew, and cook. She is excited to help students build on their understanding of art principles and design elements as well as broaden their ability to visually communicate and understand the practical applications of creative critical thinking.