Lesson Plan for Year 12 - Art - Advanced Portfolio Development

**Lesson Plan for Year 12 Art: Advanced Portfolio Development** **Duration:** 10 weeks (1 term) **Class Time:** 2 hours per session, twice a week --- ### Week 1: Introduction & Planning **Objectives:** - Understand the purpose and structure of an advanced art portfolio. - Set personal artistic goals for the term. **Activities:** 1. **Introduction to Portfolios:** Explain what constitutes an advanced art portfolio and its importance for college applications or professional pursuits. 2. **Review of Previous Work:** Students present a selection of their past artworks and receive peer and teacher feedback. 3. **Goal Setting:** Each student outlines their individual goals for the term and identifies areas for improvement. 4. **Planning:** Students begin developing a timeline and action plan for their portfolio, including key milestones. **Homework:** - Select the pieces they plan to include in their portfolio. - Research portfolio requirements for colleges or art programs of interest. --- ### Week 2: Conceptual Development & Research **Objectives:** - Develop a unique artistic thesis or theme for the portfolio. - Conduct preliminary research to support conceptual development. **Activities:** 1. **Theme Brainstorming:** Guided exercises to help students identify a central theme or thesis for their portfolio. 2. **Artist Studies:** Explore the works of established artists relevant to students' interests to inspire their own work. 3. **Research:** Students gather visual and contextual research to support their themes. **Homework:** - Begin sketching and conceptualizing new pieces that align with their chosen theme. --- ### Week 3-4: Technical Skill Enhancement **Objectives:** - Refine technical skills in their chosen mediums. - Experiment with advanced techniques and materials. **Activities:** 1. **Skill Workshops:** Attend focused workshops on advanced drawing, painting, printmaking, digital art, etc. 2. **Preliminary Work:** Create studies and small-scale pieces experimenting with new techniques. 3. **Peer Review:** Students present their preliminary work and receive feedback. **Homework:** - Produce at least one completed piece using an advanced technique or material. --- ### Week 5-6: Production Phase I **Objectives:** - Develop high-quality, theme-aligned pieces. - Foster a professional approach to artwork creation and presentation. **Activities:** 1. **Studio Time:** Dedicated studio sessions for students to work on their pieces with teacher guidance. 2. **Progress Critiques:** Mid-point critiques where students present their in-progress work for feedback. 3. **Portfolio Layout:** Discuss and plan the visual presentation and organization of the portfolio. **Homework:** - Continue working on portfolio pieces, aiming to complete at least two significant works. --- ### Week 7-8: Production Phase II **Objectives:** - Continue developing portfolio pieces with increased sophistication and depth. **Activities:** 1. **Studio Time:** Ongoing creation of portfolio artworks. 2. **One-on-One Tutorials:** Individual sessions with the teacher for personalized guidance. 3. **Experimental Session:** Encourage students to take creative risks in a controlled, supportive environment. **Homework:** - Complete additional pieces and refine existing works. --- ### Week 9: Finalizing & Presentation **Objectives:** - Finalize all portfolio pieces. - Learn effective presentation and curation techniques. **Activities:** 1. **Finishing Touches:** Last-minute adjustments and refinements to all artworks. 2. **Photography & Documentation:** Techniques for photographing and digitally presenting artwork. 3. **Mock Presentations:** Practice presenting portfolios as if for college reviews or professional critiques. **Homework:** - Compile their portfolio for final presentation, both physically and digitally. --- ### Week 10: Portfolio Review & Reflection **Objectives:** - Present completed portfolios for evaluation. - Reflect on artistic growth and achievements. **Activities:** 1. **Final Presentation:** Students present their completed portfolios to the class and receive comprehensive feedback. 2. **Reflection Session:** Group discussion on the term’s work, personal growth, and future artistic goals. 3. **Self-Evaluation:** Students write a reflective essay on their learning experiences, challenges, and successes over the term. **Homework:** - Prepare any final adjustments based on feedback for submission to colleges or professional programs. --- **Materials Needed:** - Sketchbooks, various artistic media, digital camera or scanner, access to a computer for digital portfolio creation. **Assessment:** - Ongoing assessment through participation, effort, and progress. - Final assessment based on the quality and cohesion of the completed portfolio, peer, and teacher evaluations. **Additional Resources:** - Access to art studios, online galleries, and educational artist documentaries for inspiration. --- This structured approach ensures that students not only develop their artistic skills but also learn how to present themselves professionally through their portfolios.