Sculpture Grades 8-12

This course will introduce the student to the three dimensional elements and principles of art. These will be explored through the use of varied media and reference resources.

STANDARDS METCONTENT/SKILLSSUGGESTED ACTIVITIES
ABCD  
    Performing and Creating 
1-6   a. Develop and define artistic skills using self-expression and the elements and principles of design.• Collaborate in creating sculpture as a group.
1-61-815, 6b. Use and explore new and traditional techniques in sculpture.• Create sculptures using additive and/or subtractive processes.
1-6  6, 7c. Develop creativity and problem solving skills while making sculptural forms.• Design and create relief and three-dimensional sculptural forms.
1-61-8  d. Integrate a variety of sculptural materials and techniques. 
1-71-81, 66, 7e. Set, pursue, and readily adjust art-making goals by recognizing and judging new possibilities as they emerge. 
    History and Culture 
71-81-53-6a. Research and discuss the varied roles of ritual and tradition in sculpture.• Research and compare sculptures from a variety of Alaskan cultures.
 1-91-53-7b. Identify relationships between artists, historical periods, and the creation of different pieces of sculpture.• Compare other cultural work with student's work.
71-83-61-7c. Recognize that personal opinions are a reflection of the student's own past experiences and cultures.• Carry out universal themes in developing sculptures.
     • Compare and contrast different sculptures from around the world.
     • View sculptural work at school or through field trips.

STANDARDS METCONTENT/SKILLSSUGGESTED ACTIVITIES
ABCD  
    Evaluation and Analysis 
  11-7a. Use elements of craftsmanship, function, originality, technique, and theme as criteria to evaluate sculpture.• Make an assessment about the success of sculpture in terms of individual beliefs and artistic expression.
  1-51, 2, 6, 7b. Make a judgment about the success of a sculpture in terms of aesthetics and techniques.• Invite a professional sculptor to critique student work.
 83-52-6c. Learn to accept and offer constructive criticism for own work and the work of others. 
    Aesthetic Perception 
 1-9 1-8a. Recognize the significance of sculpture.• Consider the cultural functions of sculpture.
  11-7b. Discuss what makes a sculpture a work of art.• Discuss issues related to aesthetics, artists, values in art, and other related topics.
 83-51-7c. Be able to listen to another's opinion about a sculpture and consider the reasoning behind that choice.• Investigate careers and functions of sculpture in fine arts and the environment.
79 1-8d. Understand that sculpture is an intricate part of our lives.• Visit galleries, museums, shops, shows, artist studios, or virtual galleries to view sculptures.

ASSESSMENTS
• Concept assimilation and demonstration
• Creativity
• Participation in class
• Peer collaboration
• Portfolio
• Public exhibit of work
• Recycling
• Rubric
• Safety habits
• Skill growth and manipulatives
• Time on task
• Working to assignment parameter