10 Grade 2010: Kate Nelson- Collage

Monday, October 25, 2010

Kate Nelson- Collage

Artist Statement:

As our lives unfold, we are unsure what lies ahead. Who will we become, what will we do? In all this though, it is important to be mindful of what we leave behind. As we grow, from a small little seedling, we begin to imagine, create, and learn from the world around us. Other’s words inspire us, and shape who we become on the next page. Each day holds importance, as it is the days that make up our lives. We need to devour each and every day, making the most of what is in front of us. While each day may be a mere number on a calendar, they add up, and it is this day that we must eat up every moment of. As we continue to grow, how does our imagination better the world, and us. We grow with every change we make, affecting our surroundings and at the same time, the many layers of our self. Life is like a puzzle. As we complete turn after turn, it is from this that we thrive. Figuring out the decisions of life is how we make an impact. But it is important not to get too caught up in the intricacies, and instead use life as a time to discover, to “wonder and wander”. To see the forest not for its trees, but for the amazing forest that it is. Life is time to be creative, to engage, and to come up with your best ideas. It is time to think beyond ourselves, “US”, and see the world for everything in it. Each being has something unique and different to offer, and we are not superior in every way. Going through life, it is important to think about the mark we are leaving behind us- the unique, one of a kind mark that will be there long beyond you. What is the mark we leave on ourselves, on our surroundings, and on our culture? Life is our moment to take flight, to do great things. It is a time to look back and say, “I did it”. What is the shadow that we leave behind. It follows us around in each and everything we do, and it is this shadow that defines you, way beyond you. As we move into the future, what is our past?

Every step we take, we leave a shadow behind us. What this shadow represents is up to us, and how we live our lives. I believe in making an impact on this world in large, and small ways. What is the shadow that you leave behind? We can all imagine. Life is about looking forward and imagining what could be, but also about looking behind you to see what was. All of us should be concerned with two things: what we are leaving behind, and what lies ahead, with every single step we take.

Monday, October 25, 2010

Kate Nelson- Collage

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What you will be assessed on	Distinguished	Proficient	Satisfactory	Unsatisfactory
Your self portrait Design/Composition Create a final black and white image that demonstrates an understanding of the aesthetics of Photography including editing.	Several of the elements in the photo used in the reflect an exceptional degree of student creativity in their creation. Uses of compositional rules are evident and appropriate to the theme. Objects are placed for best effect. Overall, it just feels right. .	One or two of the graphics or objects used reflect student creativity in their creation and/or display. Graphics are trimmed to an appropriate size and interesting shape and are arranged with some items in front and others behind. The canvas, however does not appear balanced. Uses of compositional rules are good and the composition is relatively balanced, but negative space could be utilized better to create a more cohesive feel.	One or two graphics or objects were made or customized by the student, but the ideas were typical rather than creative (.e.g, apply the emboss filter to a drawing in Photoshop). Graphics have been trimmed to an appropriate size and shape, but the arrangement of items is not very attractive. It appears there was not a lot of planning of the item placementThe portrait seems to have a little too much background or seems a little too busy. Balance has not been achieved.	The student did not make or customize any of the items in photo The portrait seems unfinished (too much empty space) or there is not enough balance between foreground and background causing it to seem much too busy and unfocused.
content The selected visuals and material enhance understanding of the topic, theme, or message.	The student gives a reasonable explanation of how every item in the photo is related to the assigned theme. For most items, the relationship is clear without explanation	. The student gives a reasonable explanation of how most items in the photo are related to the assigned theme. For many of the items, the relationship is clear without explanation	The student gives a fairly reasonable explanation of how most items in the photo are related to the assigned theme.	The student's explanations are weak and illustrate difficulty understanding how to relate items to the assigned theme
content Student artworks include images of themselves, symbols representing aspects of their identities (physical characteristics, cultural background, interests, beliefs, etc.	The student gives a reasonable explanation of how every item in the photo related to the self theme. For most items, the relationship is clear without explanation.	The student gives a reasonable explanation of how most items in the photo are related to the self theme. For many of the items, the relationship is clear without explanation.	The student gives a fairly reasonable explanation of how most items in the photo are related to the self theme.	The student's explanations are weak and illustrate difficulty understanding how to relate items to the self theme.
Overall Impression	The photo communicates the author’s understanding of the relationship of self and the enlightenment and there personal phio thought	The photo communicates some aspects of the author’s understanding of the relationship	The photopresents words and images that relate to the self and but it fails to communicate the author’s perspective or relies on general observations.	The photo does not adequately communicate the author’s understanding of the relationship between of self and personal phi thought .
Technical /digital media Demonstrates application Of creative exploration Makes use darkroom to experiment with conceptual ideas Create well-printed photographs in the darkroom	. Students utilized the digital camera and Adobe Photoshop in appropriate ways. The student went above and beyond in thier use of the digital tools.	Students utilized the digital camera and Adobe Photoshop in satisfactory and appropriate ways.	Students utilized the digital camera but only used Adobe Photoshop minimally	Students did not utilize either of the digital tools to the best of their ability.
Artist’s Journal/ brainstorming	The journal includes thoughtful reflections on the student’s decisions. It discusses successes and challenges evenly and shows deep insight into the student’s process Student can describe the intent and plan of his/her completed digital self-portrait. Develops a general plan of what will be done before beginning. Manages time well.	The journal includes some reflections on the student’s decisions, but would benefit from deeper and/or more frequent discussion of the successes and challenges the student faced. Student has carefully planned his/her digital self-portrait and can describe how he/she will get the work done and a vision for the completed project. Plans and gathers ideas on theme for portrait before beginning.	The journal lists all of the decisions or activities that the student has completed, but there is no reflection included. Student has planned his/her portrait and can describe how he/she will get the work done and a vision for the completed project. Does not manage time well and works somewhat haphazardly.	The journal is incomplete. Entries are missing or too short to provide a picture of the work that the student has completed. Leaps into action without any evidence of planning or focus
Time and Effort	Class time was used wisely. Much time and effort went into the planning and creation of the portrait. It is clear the students worked at home as well as at school.	Class time was used wisely, but it did not appear there was much work done outside of class..	. Class time was not always used wisely, but additional work was done at home or other times during the day	Class time was not used wisely and no additional effort was put in at other times or places.