Instructor: Lacey Wolgast

Email: wolgastla@lamarpa.edu

Phone: (409) 543-7191

Office Hours: 2:55- 3:40 pm Mon. - Thurs.

Additional Contact Information: lacey.wolgast@bobhopeschool.org

A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will critically interpret and evaluate works of art (painting, sculpture, architecture) within formal, cultural, and historical contexts.

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By the end of this semester, students will be able to:

·      Recognize and analyze the formal elements of art and principles of design.

·      Apply art terminology as it specifically relates to works of art.

·      Differentiate between the processes and materials used in the production of various works of art.

·      Demonstrate critical thinking through analysis and comparison of artworks.

·      Articulate personal responses to art through writing and discussion.

By the end of this course, students will be able to analyze and interpret works of art using appropriate artistic vocabulary, demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of art, recognize the cultural and historical contexts of artworks, and develop informed perspectives on the role and impact of art in society.

Due dates and lecture days may change over the course of this semester.

Assignment 1- Quiz: Course Introduction Quiz

Assignment 2 – Writing: What is Art? Students will type a one-page paper on what they think art is.

Assignment 3 – Project: Visual Elements Scavenger Hunt: Photograph or sketch 5 examples of elements in your daily environment.

Assignment 4 – Project: Create a composition (digital or hand-drawn) using 3–4 design principles. Submit with a 1-page explanation.

Assignment 5 - Quiz: on Elements & Principles + Media Basics.

Assignment 6 – Writing: Students will select a work of art from the textbook and write a two-page paper visual analysis of the chosen art. Must include the artist's name, title of work, the date of work, and the medium used. Students will choose 3 visual elements found in the work, describe them, and explain how the artist used the principles of design to incorporate these visual elements into the work of art.

Assignment 7 – Writing: Students will write a compare and contrast essay over art from two different media (drawing, painting, printmaking) in a two-page paper.

Assignment 8 – Presentation: Group PowerPoint: Students will find 5 different illustrations, photographs, or graphic designs that they believe are meant to convey a social message, sell, or manipulate the viewer. Students will explain the ways in which the elements of graphic design are used to achieve these differing goals.

Assignment 9 – Project: Groups will recreate a local work of art. (mural, sculpture, architecture) The group will present the work to the class and explain what purpose the art fulfills and how people respond to it.

Assignment 10 – Quiz: Ancient art styles and symbols

Assignment 11- Project/Artist Statement: Students will find a classical sculpted bust and recreate it within a drawing. Students will turn in a written artist statement about the chosen art and their interpretation of it.

Assignment 12 – Presentation: Group PowerPoint – compare medieval vs. Renaissance themes within a work of art from each movement.

Assignment 13 – Writing: Two-page essay on how Modernism challenged tradition with images included.

Assignment 14 – Project/ Artist Statement: Student will create a digital or hand-drawn artwork inspired by one avant-garde style. Students will hand in a one-page artist statement about their work.

Assignment 15 – Quiz: Ancient art- 20th Century

Assignment 16 – Writing: Students will create a two-page essay. Find an example of a contemporary work of art that relates in some way to ancient works. Explain the connections you observe. “How does contemporary art reflect society today?”

Assignment 17 – Project: Create a mind map that sums up the topics discussed within this course. May include short weekly reflections or sketchbook entries responding to lecture topics and discussions, images, and art. 

May 11th-15th 

90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F

Class Discussions: 5%

Sketchbook: 10%

Group Presentations: 15%

Quizzes: 15%

Writing Assignments: 15%

Midterm Exam: 20%

Final Exam: 20%

Uploading Assignments:

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Civility in the Classroom:

Student incivility, rudeness, or attacks of a personal nature will not be tolerated, whether directed at the instructor or another student. Any student engaging in disruptive or disrespectful activities will be taken out of the classroom.

Syllabus Change Policy:

I reserve the right to adjust this syllabus, assignments, and due dates as needed. Any changes will be announced in class and sent as an announcement through the Blackboard system.

Academic Integrity:

Academic integrity is essential to learning and I take it very seriously.  Academic dishonesty will not be accepted in this class. Students are to submit their own work – not the work of others or AI.

Lamar State College - Port Arthur Academic Dishonesty Policy:

Lamar State College-Port Arthur considers academic dishonesty, including collusion, cheating, and plagiarism as defined in the Student Handbook, to be a serious academic offense. Students guilty of such behavior will be subject to penalties.

Roll will be taken at the beginning of class. 5 minutes late will mark you tardy. You are responsible for any missing work while absent.

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.

For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.