Metalsmithing & Jewelry Grades 8-12
In this course students will create three-dimensional articles using a variety of materials including metals.
*Prerequisite: Introduction to Art or instructor's approval
*Prerequisite: Introduction to Art or instructor's approval
STANDARDS MET | CONTENT/SKILLS | SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES | |||
A | B | C | D | ||
Performing and Creating | |||||
1-6 | 1-9 | a. Use and explore new and traditional materials, tools, techniques, and processes used in metalsmithing and jewelry. | • Design and complete an original jewelry project using several techniques. | ||
1-6 | 3, 4, 7, 8 | 1-3, 6 | 1-7 | b. Demonstrate the ability to express ideas through metalsmithing and jewelry projects. | • Research metalsmithing and jewelry production and occupational possibilities. |
1-7 | 3, 4, 7, 8 | 1-5 | 1, 4 | c. Demonstrate the ability to discuss, review, and solve problems related to the creation of personal art work and the art work of others. | • Integrate several materials (e.g., feather, leather, glass, stones, bones, clay, fabrics, fiber, metals) and forms to create a jewelry piece. |
History and Culture | |||||
4 | 1-8 | 1-3 | 1, 5 | a. Explore similarities and differences in world cultural and ritual ornamentation. | • Research and study Alaska Native and other cultures and ritual ornamentation. |
4 | 1-9 | 1-5 | 2, 5, 7 | b. Identify the relationship between historical periods and cultures by viewing jewelry and metal works. | |
Evaluation and Analysis | |||||
3, 4 | 1, 2 | a. Apply the principles of design to the planning, evaluation, and construction of jewelry and metal products. | • Design a project that shows a direct relationship to at least one culture other than the student's own (e.g., Ancient Egyptian, Northwest Indian, trade beads, African lost wax casting, Chinese cloisonné). | ||
3-5, 8 | 4, 5 | 1-7 | b. Respect the opinions of others concerning own artwork and the artwork of others. | • Discuss the reasons why certain styles have evolved throughout different regions of the world. | |
4 | 3, 4, 7, 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | c. Express and support opinions about art forms, using appropriate vocabulary and a broad consideration of criteria. | |
4 | 1-8 | 1-5 | 2, 3, 5 | d. Communicate an understanding of a variety of styles and artistic expressions. | |
4 | 1-8 | 1, 2 | e. Recognize craftsmanship, function, originality, technique, and design of several different pieces of metal work and jewelry. |
*Prerequisite: Introduction to Art or instructor's approval
STANDARDS MET | CONTENT/SKILLS | SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES | |||
A | B | C | D | ||
Aesthetic Perception | |||||
1-9 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Identify and discuss the characteristics of a successful jewelry or metal piece. | • Discuss issues related to aesthetics, artists, values in art, and other related topics. | |
1-8 | 3-5 | 1-7 | b. Respect the opinions of others concerning artwork. | • Write personal definitions of art and beauty; find and share examples that support the definitions. | |
7 | 1-9 | 4 | 1-8 | c. Recognize that personal opinions are a reflection of past experiences and culture. | • Discuss the impact of cultural beliefs upon body adornment. |
• Discuss the impact of cultural beliefs on metalsmithing and jewelry. |
ASSESSMENTS |
• Concept assimilation and demonstration • Creativity • Participation in class • Portfolio • Rubric • Safety habits • Skill growth and manipulatives • Time on task • Working to assignment parameter |
*Prerequisite: Introduction to Art or instructor's approval