Course Description
| This course is structured after standard course requirements for most college core art classes. The units are 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. The goal is for students to build on their previous knowledge of design principles, visual communication skills, hand eye coordination, and creative critical thinking. In this course they will expand on their techniques and exposure to art mediums. As well as increase their ability to show craftsmanship in their work, and develop their own style. They will explore and hopefully be inspired from a variety of art styles and cultures throughout history. The concepts from these courses will be taught through lectures, art exercises, tutorials, and fun, age-appropriate art projects. They will focus on the 7 art elements Line, Shape, Value, Color, Space, Form, Texture and various design principles. |
Course Details
Eighth Grade Art
| Unit 1: Introduction to Art In this unit students will learn to recognize different forms of art, applications of art, and how art applies to them. Unit 2: Drawing 1 (What must every artist know?) This unit is an introduction to the 7 Art Principles and the elements of design, students will learn fundamental drawing techniques and how drawing relates to all other art mediums. 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 and architecture 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. There will also be lessons given on architecture. Unit 7: Art History and Famous Artists overview Students will review the art history they were exposed to during the year as they finish their final project. We will learn about the different regions, context, and the function of the art. |
No texts are required for this course.
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.