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AP Studio Art
Curriculum Outlines
You have elected to take one of the three AP Studio Art courses. By
doing so, you are agreeing to the following information and the
commitment of a college level course. AP Studio Art is not based on
a written exam; instead you will be asked to submit a portfolio of
work for evaluation in May of the school year. There are three
distinct types of portfolios that may be submitted, DRAWING, TWO-
DIMENSIONAL, OR THREE-DIMENSIONAL; each has specific requirements of
its own. Each portfolio has three similar required sections;
Quality, Concentration, and Breadth, but the three portfolios differ
in the kinds of work they include.
DRAWING PORTFOLIO: is designed to entertain a very broad
interpretation of drawing issues. For example, many types of
painting, printmaking, studies for sculpture, and some forms of
design, as well as abstract and observational works, would qualify
as addressing drawing issues. Works of photography, computer-
generated work, and videotapes may not be submitted.
TWO-DIMENSIONAL PORTFOLIO: design involves purposeful
decision-making about how to use the elements and principles of art
in an integrative way. This portfolio is intended to address a very
broad interpretation of design issues. You are asked to demonstrate
proficiency in 2-D design using a variety of forms. These could
include, but are not limited to, graphic design, typography, digital
imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, illustration,
painting, printmaking, etc. Videotapes, three-dimensional works,
and color photocopies of your work in other media may not be
submitted.
THREE-DIMENSIONAL PORTFOLIO: is intended to address a broad
interpretation of sculptural issues in depth and space. These may
include mass, volume, form, plane, light, and texture. Such
elements and concepts may be articulated through additive,
subtractive, and/or fabrication processes. Examples of approaches
include traditional sculpture, architectural models, ceramics, and
three-dimensional fiber arts or metal work, among others.
AP Studio Art
Course Objectives
1. Student will be familiar with the scope and sequence of the AP
portfolio program to include time frames and dates for submissions
and costs.
2. Student will understand what the three sections- quality,
concentration, and breadth mean and know how many works are to be in
each one.
3. Student will gain an understanding of aesthetics and apply it
when developing the works for the quality section (5 actual works
for drawing or two-dimensional design portfolios; 10 slides: 5
works, 2 views of each for the three-dimensional design portfolio).
4. Student will be expected to participate in critiques, both
individual and group, while developing an awareness of quality.
5. Student will explore and demonstrate a personal commitment to a
particular artistic concern, visual idea, or mode of working as
intensely as possible to develop a body of work amounting to 1/3 the
portfolio for the concentration section (12 slides).
6. Student will understand that the concentration section should
reveal the evolution of an idea and should focus on a process of
investigation, discovery and growth.
7. Students will be expected to organize and present their
concentration so that it demonstrates a clear sequence or
progression.
8. Student will have a written commentary, consisting of answers
to 3 questions concerning their concentration section. This
commentary must accompany the slides of the concentration work.
9. Student will submit slides of art that demonstrate a variety of
formal, technical, and expressive means available to the artist in
the breadth section (12 slides for drawing or two-dimensional design
portfolios; 16 slides: 8 works, 2 views of each for the three-
dimensional design portfolio).
10. Student will solve a variety of problems to demonstrate their
range of ability using various art forms, concepts, and techniques
specific to their chosen portfolio and its requirements for the
breadth section.
12. Student will have all work completed by the May deadline for
submission by the guidance office according to the AP Studio Art
guidelines.
13. Student will know about any local requirements needed for
credit in the AP course.
14. Student will design and display a showcase of finished works
done throughout the year for evaluation.
15. Senior students will be expected to participate in the
Scholastic Art Senior Slide portfolio according to the guidelines,
requirements, time frames, dates for submissions and costs.
AP Studio Art Drawing Portfolio Requirements:
Due May 2004
Section I- Quality: refers to the total work of art- the
concept, the composition and technical skills demonstrated, and the
realization of the artist’s intentions, both in concept and
execution. It can be found in very simple as well as elaborate
works. Works that excel in concept, composition, and execution.
Requirements:
-submit 5 actual works
-may be separate, distinct works, or they may directly
relate to one or more of the other works submitted
-works may be in one or more media
-works may be in drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed
media
-works may be abstract, observational, and inventive
-works may be on flat paper, cardboard, canvas board, or
unstretched canvas
-no larger than 18”x24” including matting or mounting
-no smaller than 8”x10” matted
-all work that is not rigid should be backed or mounted
-due to glare, acetate is preferred for a protective
covering
-neutral matting if matted
-fixative use to avoid smudges
Works submitted in Section I may be submitted in slide form in
either Section II or Section III, but not both.
Section II- Concentration: a body of related works based on an
individual’s interest in a particular idea expressed visually. It
focuses on a process of investigation, growth, and discovery of a
particular idea. The concentration should grow out of, and
demonstrate a PLAN of action or investigation in which demonstrates
an investment of considerable time, effort, and thought. The
evaluators are interested not only in the work presented but also in
visual evidence of the student’s thinking, selected method of
working, and development of the work over time. A series of works
organized around a compelling visual concept in drawing.
Requirements:
-12 slides must be submitted showing the concentration as
clearly as possible
-details may be included but should not exceed the limit of
12
-works should be unified by an underlying idea that has
visual coherence
-student chooses technique, medium, style, form, subject,
and content with teacher consultation
-slides should be organized to best show the development of
the concentration in slide sheet
-written commentary explaining the development that is
legible and well written in the allotted spaces on the provided
Section II envelope
1. Briefly define the nature of your concentration project. (5
lines)
2. Briefly describe the development of your concentration and
the sources of your ideas. You may refer to specific slides as
examples. (10 lines)
3. What medium or media did you use? For digital art, specify
the program(s) and how you used it/them. (6 lines)
Works submitted in Section II may be submitted in Section I only.
Section III- Breadth: refers to a student’s experiences and
accomplishments in a variety of art forms and techniques that show
evidence of conceptual, perceptual, expressive, and technical
range. Works that demonstrate a variety of concepts, media, and
approaches.
Requirements:
-12 slides must be submitted of 12 different works
-works must show evidence of ability in a wide variety of
drawing problems
-works must show advanced drawing concepts with a broad
range of drawing alternatives
-drawings must include both line and tone
Works submitted in Section III may be submitted in Section I only.
AP Studio Art Two-Dimensional Portfolio Requirements
Due May 2004
Section I- Quality: refers to the total work of art- the
concept, the composition and technical skills demonstrated, and the
realization of the artist’s intentions, both in concept and
execution. It can be found in very simple as well as elaborate
works. Works that excel in concept, composition, and execution.
Requirements:
-submit 5 actual works
-may be separate, distinct works, or they may directly
relate to one or more of the other works submitted
-works may be in one or more media
-works may be in drawing, painting, prints, digital works,
photographs, diagrams, plans animation cells, collages, montage, and
such
-works may be on flat paper, cardboard, canvas board, or
unstretched canvas
-no larger than 18”x24” including matting or mounting
-no smaller than 8”x10” matted
-all work that is not rigid should be backed or mounted
-due to glare, acetate is preferred for a protective
covering
-neutral matting if matted
-fixative use to avoid smudges
Works submitted in Section I may be submitted in slide form in
either Section II or Section III, but not both.
Section II- Concentration: a body of related works based on an
individual’s interest in a particular idea expressed visually. It
focuses on a process of investigation, growth, and discovery of a
particular idea. The concentration should grow out of, and
demonstrate a PLAN of action or investigation in which demonstrates
an investment of considerable time, effort, and thought. The
evaluators are interested not only in the work presented but also in
visual evidence of the student’s thinking, selected method of
working, and development of the work over time. A series of works
organized around a compelling visual concept in two-dimensional
design.
Requirements:
-12 slides must be submitted showing the concentration as
clearly as possible
-details may be included but should not exceed the limit of
12
-works should be unified by an underlying idea that has
visual coherence
-student chooses technique, medium, style, form, subject,
and content with teacher consultation
-slides should be organized to best show the development of
the concentration in slide sheet
-written commentary explaining the development that is
legible and well written in the allotted spaces on the provided
Section II envelope
1. Briefly define the nature of your concentration project. (5
lines)
2. Briefly describe the development of your concentration and
the sources of your ideas. You may refer to specific slides as
examples. (10 lines)
3. What medium or media did you use? For digital art, specify
the program(s) and how you used it/them. (6 lines)
Works submitted in Section II may be submitted in Section I only.
Section III- Breadth: refers to a student’s experiences and
accomplishments in a variety of two-dimensional art forms and
techniques that show evidence of conceptual, perceptual, expressive,
and technical range. Successful works of art require the integration
of the elements and principles of design; students must therefore be
actively engaged with these concepts while thoughtfully composing
their art. Works that demonstrate a variety of concepts, media, and
approaches.
Requirements:
-12 slides must be submitted of 12 different works
-works must show the elements and principles of two-
dimensional design as the primary focus
-works must demonstrate as a group the student’s visual
organization skills
-works must demonstrate exploration in a variety of media and
approaches
-works must demonstrate inventiveness and the expressive
manipulation of form
-works must demonstrate a knowledge of color issues and
compositional organization
-slides must indicate the principle or problem addressed
Works submitted in Section III may be submitted in Section I only.
Students will be expected to:
- be prepared and on time to class - be in your seat, ready to work
when the bell rings; backpacks under tables.
- check your class calendar/board for due dates, upcoming assignments
and tests
- have your art materials ready to use when the bell rings;
- ALWAYS have a #2 pencil and drawing pencils
- trips to your locker, the bathroom, etc. must be done BEFORE class
- have a pass if you are late
- participate and put forth good effort on a daily basis in class
- work each day on the daily art objective; not other school work
- approach each assignment with a positive attitude
- remain in seats until the bell rings
- make up any missed class time after school due to absences
- check class current assignment website for missed work or notes
- contribute quality responses in class and during critiques
- ask questions when you need help
- meet with me one on one outside of class or via email on a weekly
basis
- be ready to work when the bell rings
- stop all activities to listen when asked
- work purposefully within the structure of a studio situation
- be respectful and refrain from disruption
- never touch another persons art work, still life, or materials for
class
- choose language appropriate to a classroom/studio situation; no
swearing or vulgarity will be accepted
- leave others working in the studio alone
- never throw anything in the room or hit anyone
- limit movement in the studio to purposeful ends
- use the Art room and all art equipment in a safe, purposeful, and
productive way
- turn in completed sketchbooks, artraps and projects on the
assigned due dates
- late sketchbooks and artraps will not be accepted for full grade
as this is a college course (10 point daily penalty)
- late projects will be penalized 10 points for each class session
not turned in
- if absent on a sketchbook or project due date, sketchbooks,
artraps, and projects are due the day the student returns
- Read and KNOW the AP Studio Art Course Description 2004 handout
- visit the AP Central Drawing and Two-Dimensional website for info
and examples
- Assess your portfolio needs based on the three sections and fill
out the inventory grid forms according to the 3 required sections. |
