Art (9-12) – Introduction to Portraiture

Description

Art / Grades 9-12 / Period 5 / CF / 1T – 2T – 3T

Introduction to Portraiture

Scope and Sequence:

In this course students will learn the basic canon of the human face, from infancy to adult, with an introduction to the canon of the human body. Students will begin this course by creating their own “map” of the human face, otherwise known as the canon of the human head. Students will then spend time focusing on each specific feature of the human face, such as the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, etc. They will then study each of these features from a different angle. Finally, students will have the opportunity to either complete a self-portrait or the portrait of a family member of friend, demonstrating all of the combined concepts learned throughout this course. Throughout this course, students will use both graphite and charcoal on a variety of surfaces as they gain the foundational skills used in creating life like portraits of all ages and from many angles. 

Grading: P/F Students must attend at least 80% of the class and demonstrate high level of participation to receive a passing grade

Class Size: minimum 3, maximum 15
Class Time: 1:30 – 2:20 p.m.
Class Level: 9-12
Taught by: Cassandra French
Materials Fee: $10
Class Code: CF 5
Materials Needed: students will be expected to come with their own sketch pad of choice, and graded graphite pencils (link included below). The sketch pad will be used by students on their own time for homework assignments, so this should be something that the student chooses according to their own preference and style. For the graded pencils, follow this link: https://a.co/d/0g4ZS6IT