AP Studio Art: Drawing and Painting

PA State Standards for Arts and Humanities:

• 9.1.12.A - Know and use the elements and principles of each art form to create works in the arts and humanities.
• 9.1.12.B - Recognize, use, and demonstrate a variety of appropriate arts elements and principles to produce, review, and revise original works in the arts.

NCAS Standards:

• VA:Cr1.2.HSIII - Choose from a range of materials and methods of traditional and contemporary artistic practices to plan works of art.
• VA:Pr4.1.HSIII - Analyze, select, and curate artifacts and/or artworks for presentation and preservation.

• The elements of art (line, shape, form, value, texture, space) and principles of design (balance, contrast, emphasis).
• Technical drawing methods, including proportion, perspective, and shading techniques.

• Mastery of foundational skills is essential to creating accurate and compelling observational drawings.
• Observation is critical in capturing the essence of form, light, and space.

• Create observational drawings focusing on accurate depictions of form, light, and texture.
• Apply principles of perspective to drawings of objects and environments.
• Use feedback to refine technical skills and compositions.

• How does observation influence the accuracy and impact of a drawing?
• What role do the elements of art and principles of design play in creating a successful drawing?
   

• How do artists effectively use value to create depth and realism?
• What techniques ensure accurate proportion and perspective in drawing?
   

• Graphite pencils, erasers, rulers, sketchbooks, high-quality paper, still-life objects, and light sources for shadow studies.
   

• Value
• Proportion
• Perspective
• Contour
• Shading
• Texture
• Contrast
   

• Observational drawing portfolio
• Peer and teacher critiques
• Reflective journal on technical growth
   

PA State Standards for Arts and Humanities:

• 9.2.12.A - Explain the historical, cultural, and social context of an individual work in the arts.
• 9.1.12.C - Integrate and apply advanced vocabulary to the art forms.

NCAS Standards:

• VA:Cr2.1.HSIII - Experiment, plan, and make multiple works of art and design that explore a personally meaningful theme, idea, or concept.
• VA:Re9.1.HSIII - Evaluate the effectiveness of artwork in terms of personal, societal, historical, and cultural contexts.

• Techniques for brainstorming and developing a concept-driven body of work.
• The relationship between form, content, and meaning in visual art.

• Art can communicate complex ideas and emotions through intentional composition and symbolism.
• Exploring personal themes allows for deeper artistic engagement and authenticity.
• Do:

• Develop a series of drawings exploring a personal or societal theme.
• Create preliminary sketches and experiment with composition and symbolism.
• Write an artist statement reflecting on the conceptual process.

• How can personal experiences and perspectives shape the content of an artwork?
• What makes an artwork resonate with a viewer on a conceptual level?

• How can symbolism and metaphor be used to convey meaning?
• What strategies can help refine an idea into a cohesive body of work?
   

• Sketchbooks, reference materials, drawing tools (charcoal, ink, mixed media), artist statements, and examples of contemporary and historical thematic art.
   

• Concept
• Symbolism
• Narrative
• Composition
• Theme
• Personal voice

• Thematic drawing series
• Artist Statement
• Peer and self-critiques evaluating concept and execution
   

PA State Standards for Arts and Humanities:

• 9.1.12.E - Delineate a unifying theme through the production of a work of art.
• 9.3.12.D - Analyze and interpret works in the arts by considering historical and cultural contexts.

NCAS Standards:

• VA:Cr3.1.HSIII - Experiment, revise, and refine works of art based on rigorous evaluation.
• VA:Cn10.1.HSIII - Synthesize knowledge of social, cultural, historical, and personal life with art-making approaches.

• Techniques for brainstorming and developing a concept-driven body of work.
• The relationship between form, content, and meaning in visual art.

• Experimentation fosters innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Combining materials and techniques can produce unexpected and compelling results.

• Explore the properties of mixed media (e.g., ink, collage, digital tools).
• Create hybrid works that combine traditional and experimental techniques.
• Document and reflect on the creative process.

• How can experimentation lead to growth as an artist?
• What happens when traditional and contemporary methods intersect?
   

• What are the challenges and benefits of using unconventional materials?
• How does the process of trial and error shape artistic outcomes?
   

• Charcoal
• Ink
• Collage materials
• Alternative drawing surfaces
• Digital drawing tools

• Mixed media
• Hybrid techniques
• Innovation
• Process
• Texture
   

Portfolio of experimental works
Class critique on process and outcome
Written reflection on successes and challenges