Creative Crafts Outline

Introductory Vocabulary:

Crafts: Items or objects that are made by hand that are used for a particular purpose (decorative, celebratory/cultural reasons, functional uses).

Craftsman:A person that practices making a particular item with great skill.

Objectives of the Course:

-         The student will create a variety of handmade items that serve specific purposes.

-         The student will become competent in working with a variety of craft materials and processes.

-         The student will uncover different crafting traditions from different cultures and backgrounds.

-         The students will explore artists from the past as well as contemporary.

-         The student will make and share personal connections within their crafted items through exploring specific themes/ideas.

Grading:

-         Completion of Projects/ Mini Assignments (Weekly course work)

-         Effort and Participation (Discussions,projects,cleanup,group work)

-         Homework Assignments/Outside Preparation for Projects

-         Quizzes/Tests

Materials needed:

-         Binder with three dividers

-         Sketchbook (Provided by instructor)

-         Art smock (Old T-shirt/apron)

Units of Focus:

-         Altered Books

-         Fragments, Pieces, and Parts

-         Paper Making

-         Objects

-         Vessels

-         Soft Sculpture

-         Textile/Fiber Arts

-         Jewelry/ Wearable art items

-         Weaving

-         Collections

Attendance:

In the case you are absent, SEE ME PERSONALLY the next day to catch up on missed assignments. This is YOUR responsibility.