Discovery – Site Observation
Discovery Elementary School Discovery is a net-zero school aiming to make an impact on the world through innovation and creativity. Through personalized learning and collaboration with experts, students receive the support the need from educators to become experts themselves. An example of this collaboration occurred after SOLs when students worked with experts to learn how …
OHS – Site Observation
4 art teachers at Oakton – each teacher has their own account/budget OHS has a relaxed environment and supports the arts Learning Environment: 1.) Very large studio space Equipment Kiln – did not see other machines such as an extruder Lots of donated items – paints etc. Classes are fun, but productive Teachers aim to …
Charcoal – Studio Exploration
Quality 3 Types of Charcoal 1.) Compressed Charcoal (pencil) Powdered charcoal that is mixed together with gum/binder The amount of binder used – determines the softness or hardness of the charcoal B = Soft Charcoal HB = Medium CharcoalH = Hard Charcoal9 H = Hardest 9B = Softest Compressed charcoal can come in a pencil …
Watercolor Pencils – Studio Exploration
Brands & Quality There is a big difference in color pigment quality based on the price. It is a wise decision to invest in a higher quality medium. Low Quality Artists Loft Artist’s Loft Watercolor Pencils Pentel Arts Watercolor Colored Pencils Medium Quality Faber-Castell Art Grip Aquarelle Pencil Set High Quality Derwent Watercolor Pencil Set …
Tempera Paint – Studio Exploration
Brands & Quality Tempera paint – regardless of the price, the quality is relatively low. Tempera paint in comparison to acrylic paint = has more binder, less color pigment, is thinner and is more fluid. It would only make sense to purchase low costing tempera paint and utilize it in lessons for younger students. Lowest …
Acrylic Paint – Studio Exploration
Brands & Quality The main difference in quality is dependent on the binder to color pigment ratio. Student grade paints may have less color pigment, but they are still pretty good quality, while being cost effective. For students it would be a good idea to stick to the student, economic grade. The only time higher …
Colored Pencils (Prismacolor)
Brands & Quality It is night and day the difference in quality between Prismacolor and other color pencils. Prismacolor is the highest quality color pencils I have used and would only be suited for high school students and mature middle schoolers. Low Quality/Student Grade Crayola colored pencils Medium Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor Premium Oil-Based Colored Pencil …
Oil/Water Soluble Pastels – Studio Exploration
Brands & Quality There is not a large variation in brand and quality for Oil/Water Soluble Pastels, which is why this medium is suitable for all ages. Cheaper Oil/Water Soluble Pastels blend nicely even in comparison to more expensive pastels. Low Quality/Student Grade Charvin Water-Soluble Pastel Painting Sticks Set Reeves Watersoluble Wax Pastel Set Artists …
Chalk Pastels – Studio Exploration
Quality Oh chalk pastels… It took me awhile to really familiarize myself with the differentiation of chalk pastels from soft pastels. There are a few differences between the two mediums, chalk pastels tend to be cheaper in cost, and are not lightfast or permanent. Chalk pastels are better medium for younger students to utilize. Even …