This student artist's handbook provides illustrations and instructions for visualizing and drawing the human hand in a variety of positions. Focus is on realistic representation and imitation of the natural human form. Eleven chapters cover: (1) "Forms and Structures"; (2) "Proportions and Measurements"; (3) "Anatomy and…

This student artist's handbook uses drawings and diagrams to demonstrate the basic structure, proportions, and expressive nature of the human form from an artist's point of view. Emphasis is placed upon the relationship of mass to movement. Drawings of the figure in action reveal the rhythmic relationship of muscles and their effect upon surface…

This student artist's handbook provides illustrations and instructions for rendering three-dimensional form with light and shade. Focus is on realistic representation and imitation of natural phenomena. Fifteen chapters cover: (1) "Black-and-White Silhouette; (2) "Minimal Light"; (3) "Five Categories of Light and Shade";…

See SO 007 721 for an introduction to the Visual Arts Education Curriculum of which this course in jewelry design is a part. In the course students further skills in forming complex objects through experience with casting, bezeling stones, and welding. Course content includes an historical perspective on jewelry production and advanced methods in…

The Quinmester Visual Arts Education Curriculum, of which this is one course of study, is described in SO 007 721. In this course on kinetic sculpture, or three dimensional forms that move, students become familiar with sculpturing techniques and vocabulary, with four kinetic sculptors and their work, with correct and professional attitudes toward…

See SO 007 721 for general information on the philosophy of the Quinmester Visual Arts Educational Curriculum. Intaglio Design II, a quinmester course, involves experimentation and production of successful plates demonstrating the techniques of engraving, drypoint, mezzotint, and aquatint and builds on the skills learned in the first course of…

Outlines the life of Henri Matisse and how he created his paper cut-outs, which were reproduced in a book. Discusses the importance of artists' books. Suggests some creative activities for all grades in book making and paper cut-outs that could be worked in conjunction with a language arts program. (KM)

The Quinmester Visual Arts Education Curriculum, of which this is one course, is described in SO 007 721. Mosaic art is to be mastered through use of this guide in terms of its history, artists, tools, techniques, and applicability to individual expression. Course content is divided into three time periods. Course procedures and learning…

The Quinmester Visual Arts Education Curriculum is a long range developmental effort directed toward providing a general education for learners in the art education field. The course of study, developed basically by teachers for teachers, emphasize involvement of the student in the learning process. All courses of study are designed to provide a…

This secondary art curriculum is divided into 41 sections which may be taught separately or grouped for a full year course. It is intended as a resource for teachers, students, and others interested in curriculum development. The first 22 sections are recommended for junior high grades: sections 1-11 deal with design elements and principles and…

The Quinmester Visual Arts Education Curriculum is described in SO 007 721. Portfolio Presentation is a course of study in the curriculum for the art-oriented student planning to pursue art as a career. The two-fold purpose of the course is to teach the student effective display techniques and preparation of his own work for display and to eanble…

This resource provides practical instructions for applying color and design directly to fabric. Basic information about the dye painting process is given. The guide addresses the technical aspects of fabric dye and color use and offers suggestions for fabric manipulation and dye application in order to achieve various design effects. This…

Community and educational organizations are provided with guidelines for complying with the National Endowment for the Arts 504 Regulations for incorporating the needs of the disabled into programming efforts. Information is presented in three chapters. Chapter 1 focuses on the 504 regulations. Following an introduction, subsections describe the…

The course outline has been prepared as a meaningful and practical approach to color. Mastery of Sppeedball Pen Lettering is a prerequisite for entry into the course. The purpose of the course is to teach the student the practices, techniques, and technology necessary to acquire an understanding of the color phenomenon. Consisting of 45 clock…

This collection of art units is intended to be incorporated into the curriculum throughout the career motivation program, kindergarten through grade six. The units use simulated classroom art projects to provide students with exposure to the work done in textile decoration. General information about the textile industry and textile decoration, a…