In the Classroom
Art & Art History
Left: Jonathon forms a dog-head top
for his set of Egyptian canopic jars using Celluclay.
Right: Jacob shows his "concept sketch" for
the Sumerian-style cylinder seal he made with felt and a
cardboard tube. Kindergarteners printed their seals on
T-shirts.
Visit our Student Art & Artifacts Exhibits, too!
Summary of Program Goals
The student will:
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relate art and architecture to “real life” in terms of language/literature, engineering, science, mathematics, and history/politics.
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develop an understanding of the role/use/purpose/impact of art and architecture in the life of the period being studied.
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compare and contrast works from different periods, and trace stylistic developments in reference to history.
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analyze and describe both what he actually sees and what he is able to extrapolate/interpret from a work.
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develop a clear understanding of basic “art concepts” like color, tone and hue, proportion, elements of stylization, lighting, aerial and liner perspective, etc.
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use an art vocabulary appropriate to grade level and unit of study.
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use materials and techniques that were used in art and architecture during each historical period studied.
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develop an appreciation of and interest in art and architecture from many periods.
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recognize and develop and appreciation of those who contribute(d) to the fields of art and architecture.
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develop individual artistic and technical skills.