The essential goal of art teaching is to inspire students to behave
like artists...to feel what it is to gather an art idea on one's own and act on
it. The goal is to reveal to students that art comes from within themselves --
not from the teacher.”
George Szekely
Art 10/20/30
Independent Art Project
It is that time of year again! We are going to complete the
semester with an independent art project. You are responsible for doing some
research and writing a short proposal so your work can be assessed authentically,
not only by me the teacher, but by you, the artist! This is an integral part of
the process for artists looking to exhibit their work in public spaces.
This proposal will take the place of the traditional artist
statement you are used to.
Proposal How to:
Your area of interest
- · Specify the subject you are interested in and why. (Take some notes as you ask yourself: What am I interested in? What medium do I want to work? How does this project relate to me and my town? What statements do I want to make with my project (if any)?
- · What will it look like? Will you have 3 paintings, 20 little paintings? A handmade book or series of drawings? The possibilities are endless!!
The ideas you wish to explore in your project
- · Indicate what your proposed work will be about and what you intend to research.
- · If possible list your research sources, such as key texts (books, articles, magazines) you have read and the work of any artists/designers or exhibitions you have looked at.
- · what motivates you to work on this subject? Why do you think people will want to view your work?
The kind of work you intend to produce for your project
- · Explain how your project will be carried out.
- · You should detail the processes and/or procedures that might be involved.
- · What materials do you think you will need to complete this project?
- · You may wish to change this plan at a later date, but it gives us a preliminary idea of the kind of work you wish to undertake.
Previous relevant experience/Cue up
- · How have you matured as an artist?
- · How is this independent project is pushing you out of your comfort zone; are you attempting something new?
- · To conclude your proposal, restate your reasons for wanting to create the work as your final Senior Art Project
Rubric for Independent Art Projects
Each criteria is worth 5 total
possible points
Creativity/Innovation - originality in the idea or process,
level of risk, and/or creative solution that was used in the making of the
work. Does it extend or change from past
work done by same student?
Craftsmanship - There is consistent evidence of
craftsmanship, effort, and attention to detail in the finished piece.
Color/Detail - there is a range of color and/or
detail to make the work visually interesting to look at.
Fulfills Theme – How well does the work solve the
problems outline in the proposal? Does
work show growth?
Complete Assignment – To what degree does the project
show a sufficient amount of work?
Artist Statement - artist statement is thoughtful and
reflective. It tells the viewer about
the student's purpose and process. Uses 3 or more art vocab words.
Project = 30
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