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Welcome to Mr. Bricker's Art Page!
Drawing and Painting I, Photography I, Photography II
Central Dauphin High School
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"Art and the approach to life through art, using it as a vehicle for education and even for doing science is so vital that it is part of a great new revolution that is taking place." -Jonas Salk
Welcome!
On this page, you will find information pertaining to Mr. Bricker's Drawing and Painting I and Photography courses. Current lesson plans, details about the current project, sketchbook assignments, and student and famous artworks are right at your fingertips. Feel free to email me at mbricker@cdschools.org with any questions.
Drawing and Painting I This is a studio course designed for tenth grade students, in which we will explore various media. Much emphasis is placed on observation drawing and art production, with students creating dozens of drawings, as well as many paintings and prints. In addition, students will keep a weekly sketchbook, in order to practice their drawing skills and to plan and organize thoughts for future projects. This course is a foundation for those who are interested in the creation of fine art. All work is done from observation, meaning students will be drawing from life. Every unit focuses on the creation of a series of work. A series allows for personal growth throughout the unit. Students will also learn about unifying a body of work, which is important in developing content in their artwork. Drawing and Painting I students are required to keep a sketchbook, which will be a source from which to work. There will be sketchbook assignments given weekly. Students are encouraged to attend gallery openings and visit art museums in the area to experience the arts community and see what contemporary artists are creating. Although this practice is highly encouraged, this is not a requirement. Below is an outline of the school year and what is expected from the students. *Resource Minis/Studies: Miniature works of art that will be done as part of most units. These serve as an indication of student strengths and weaknesses. The purpose of these creations is to track growth, to practice skills, and to build on successes before beginning larger, final projects. *Projects: Units of study in this course: still life, self-portrait, acrylic painting, watercolor, figure, and printmaking. Students will also work with abstraction (based on observation). Students will use varied media (such as charcoal, graphite, conte, colored pencils, acrylic paint, watercolor, and collage elements) throughout the course with a focus on experimentation, building on individual strengths and successes, and creative thought. I. Still Life II. Self Portrait III. Sketchbook Painting IV. Figure V. Watercolor VI. Landscape VII. Printmaking Photography I
"The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera."- Dorothea Lange
Photography I is a course designed to introduce students to the history, aesthetics, principles, and production of black-and-white photography. A 35 mm camera (manual settings) and a $40.00 lab fee are required for participation in this course. Below you will find the objectives and expectations for this course. Objectives * Students will gain a thorough understanding of the camera, its elements, and its capabilities, resulting in the creation of technically proficient and visually intriguing works of art. * Students will learn how to process film. * Students will learn various printing techniques. * Students will participate in class and individual critiques and will be able to defend their thought processes in an articulate manner. * Students will be able to solve artistic problems in a creative manner. Course Requirements * Notebook (Binder): Must be organized and neat and should include the following: All handouts, class notes, negatives (in sleeves), contact sheets, test prints, film exposure sheets, and enlargements * Creative Journal: Must contain brainstormed lists, sketches, and ideas, as well as photographs and artwork related to a specified theme, and reaction and personal commentary on classroom discussions and experiences. Please see the Creative Journal handout for more resources and examples. * Photographic Assignments: Must be submitted on time and must be COMPLETE (all components)! * Course text: Black& White Photography, a Basic Manual, by Henry Horenstein, as well as additional handouts and web assignments. Additional Notes This course is an art course designed for juniors and seniors with experience in drawing-and-painting courses, as well as additional art experiences and interests. In addition to the work completed during class time, students will be expected to spend much time on idea development, shooting, and photo processing outside of class. If students put in much time and effort, they will walk away from this course with not only new ideas and viewpoints, but with a strong and diverse photographic portfolio. NOTE: Additional lab hours will be available upon request (after school). Photography II Photography II is a course designed for students who have excelled in the Photography I course offered at Central Dauphin High School. A focus will be placed on individual progress, thoughts, and ideas. In addition, there will be an emphasis on problem-solving and independent creative development. Curriculum topics will include alternate photographic processes, thematic imagery, series development, and portfolio development. A 35 mm camera (manual settings) and a $50.00 lab fee are required for participation in this course. Course Requirements * Notebook (Binder): Must be organized and neat and should include the following: All handouts, class notes, negatives (in sleeves), contact sheets, test prints, film exposure sheets, and enlargements * Creative Journal: Should contain brainstormed lists, sketches, and ideas, as well as photographs and artwork related to a specified theme, and reaction and personal commentary on classroom discussions and experiences. While this component will not be "due" as often as it was in Photo I, students should be in the habit of choosing to keep a journal as a means of improving their personal works and recording their artistic journeys. * Photographic Assignments: Must be submitted on time and must be COMPLETE (all components)! * Course text (resources): Various authors and photographers from periodicals and the web, as well as numerous artists, literary, and popular culture sources * Portfolio: Students will create both a physical and digital portfolio of their personal works. Additional Notes Due to both the interest in and the quality of work from Photo I, we are able to provide this much more "involved" course. Students will be expected to consistently complete assignments and to work independently both on location and within the photo lab, as well as assisting beginning level students when necessary. Additional lab hours will be available upon request (after school). Current Assignments/Projects
Hello to all new students and parents!
Drawing and Painting I
Acrylic Painting Unit Beginning Figure Drawing Unit Sketchbook, "Shower" due 2/3
Photography I
Studio Portraiture Photography II
"Action[Re]Action Series Work Check out the Photo II page for a link to the LVC Photo Contest
Welcome Back, Students! I am leaving last year's website information for each course so that you and your parents can see what each class is all about.
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