Elementary art at VLACS helps develop fine motor skills, critical thinking skills, creativity, and an appreciation for different cultures.During this art course, students will learn how to use art vocabulary, manage their time, and work together with others. They will improve their observation skills and be able to talk about and understand different works of art. The course also teaches about art history, including famous artists and movements. It connects with other subjects like Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, Language Arts, Music, Dance, and Physical Education.
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Module 01: Line
Module 02: Shape
Module 03: Color
Module 04: Space
Module 05: Texture
Module 06: Form
To achieve success, students are expected to submit work in each course weekly. Students can learn at their own pace; however, “any pace” still means that students must make progress in the course every week. To measure learning, students complete self-checks, practice lessons, multiple choice questions, projects, discussion-based assessments, and discussions. Students and families are expected to maintain regular contact with teachers because, when teachers, students, and parents work together, students are successful.
Required Materials – Please view the List of Materials before registering.
I can explain the lines and styles artists use to create landscapes. I can explain the design principle of movement. I can create a landscape following a multistep process.
I can list the characteristics of Optical Art. I can explain artists’ use of shapes in artwork. I can explain the design principles of repetition and pattern. I can create optical art following a multistep process.
I can describe the concepts of color. I can explain the design principle of proportion. I can explain artists’ use of color in artwork. I can create a self-portrait following a multistep process.
I can list characteristics of surrealism. I can explain the design principles of variety and unity. I can explain artists' use of space in artwork. I can create surrealist art following a multistep process.
I can compare actual and implied textures. I can explain artists' use of design principles to create implied textures. I can create textured art following a multistep process.
I can summarize steps artists take to create sculptures. I can explain the design principle of balance. I can create a sculpture following a multistep process.