Art Computers & Collateral

Due to recent events, Art Computers can be signed out (for use in the Art Room Only) by submitting collateral of ONLY Metrocards.

ISCP Open Studios Nov. 6-8

You are cordially invited to ISCP's Open Studios, Saturday, November 6-Monday, November 8, 2-8pm. High school students interested in the visual arts are also invited to attend.

ISCP's Fall Open Studios are a three-day exhibition of international contemporary art. This event presents works by the 38 artists, collectives and curators from 26 countries currently in residence at ISCP and offers the public access to innovative contemporary art practices from around the world, seen for the first time in New York City. Open Studios also provides an exceptional opportunity to engage with the production, process and archives of artists and curators working with a diverse range of mediums, approaches and concepts.

Directions
ISCP by subway: Take L train to Grand Street station. Walk three blocks east on Grand Street, turn left on Morgan Avenue and one block north to Metropolitan Avenue. ISCP is on Metropolitan Avenue between Morgan and Vandervoort Avenues. The entrance is on the loading dock.
Link to Map

International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP)
1040 Metropolitan Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11211
T: 718-387-2900
www.iscp-nyc.org

Minimum Requirements by Term

Click the following links to see the minimum requirements for each term. Requirements must be fulfilled by the time of scheduled Assessment Appointments.

Year 1 Term Requirements:
Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4

Year 2 Term Requirements:
SL
HL

Arts in Bushwick!

Check out Arts in Bushwick! This volunteer organization is dedicated to connecting the arts of the community with residents.

You should be able to use this website/organization to find galleries and art exhibitions in the neighborhood. (I think there's even a map of the galleries.) An AWESOME resource!

Utility Sink

Please use the utility sink (located in the atria next to the boys latrina) to retrieve water and clean all paint-related tools. After using it, please run the hot water for at least 30 seconds. Thanks!

Printers

We have been experiencing problems with the printers in the Art Room.

The larger printer is note responding to the computers. Someone should be here this week to service this for us.

Ink and Toner has been ordered for the printers in the Art Room. When they arrive I will be sure to let everyone know.

Thank you for your patience.

Term Requirements: Year 1

Click the following links to see the minimum requirements for each term. Requirements must be fulfilled by the time of scheduled Assessment Appointments.

Year 1 Term Requirements:
Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4

Term 1 Interim Assessments Appointment

Click on the following link to know your Term 1 Interim Assessment appointment date and time.
Term 1 Interim Assessment Appointment

Picasa Online Portfolio

Discipuli are required to upload elements of their portfolios to the Picasa Online Portfolio.
Connect to Picasa through the following website: www.picasaweb.google.com
Click on the "Learn More About Picasa Web Albums"

Please create an account if you have not done so already.

You can download the program to your individual computer or simply use the online server.

Make sure to create a username that is professional and allows evaluators to know who you are.

Once you have created an album, share it with Ms. O'Leary. (You must do this to meet the minimum requirements of the course.)

10.6.10: No Studio Hours

Studio Hours will NOT be held on Wednesday, October 10th.

Year 1 Mandatory Studio Hours

Remember to check how many hours you have accumulated: Mandatory Studio Hour Log

Year 1 Mandatory Studio Hours

check out how many hours you have accumulated: Mandatory Studio Hour Log

Term 1 Midterm Assessments

All IB Visual Arts discipuli have been assigned a Midterm Assessment appointment.

Know your appointment time. See appointment schedules here: Term 1 Midterm Schedule

Be prepared with all required materials at the time of appointment. See a list of minimum requirements here:
Year 1: Term 1 Midterm Requirements
Year 2 HL: Term 1 Midterm Requirements
Year 2 SL: Term 1 Midterm Requirements

Arrive 10 minutes early to your appointment. All appointments will take place in the Art Room.

Free Art Classes at the MoMA

Take advantage of free teen art classes at the MoMA. Courses are 10 weeks long and range in subjects from Social Architecture to Food in Art.
Check out the website for more information and the application specifications.
www.moma.org

Teen Advisory Board at The Noguchi Museum

[TAB] The Noguchi Museum's Teen Advisory Board is a program where teens advise the museum on teen-related matters, plan two events for teens, and serve as ambassadors for the museum at events.

If you are interested, check out The Noguchi Museum online or see Ms. O'Leary

The Animation Project. Free to Students!

The Animation Project teaches students to create stop-motion animated films.

Free for high school students.

Meets on Tuesday afternoons from October-January.

If you are interested in participating you must attend a meeting on Tuesday September 28 4-6:30pm.

For more information see Ms. O'Leary or see the Young Audiences website.

Cooper Union: Free Art & Architecture Program

Free Art and Architecture programs are offered to NYC public high school students. Applications are due September 21, 2010. for more information call (212)353-4108.

Brooklyn Museum: Studio/Gallery Programs and Internships

Check out the Brooklyn Museum for teen programs: Studio, Gallery, and Internships.

Scholarships for Art Classes at DICE!

The DICE program has generously offered scholarships for TBLS arts discipuli! This amazing program focuses on design courses for high school students.
Check out the website and course offerings on the website www.prattdice.org
If you are interested in attending the program. See Ms. O'Leary by October 10.

Check: Option A vs. B

Please check the list. Make sure you are aligned for the option that you choose.
Keep in mind Option A=60% Studio Work, Option B=60% Investigation Workbook.
If there is a problem, please tell Ms. O'Leary ASAP.


Level Option
Giselle SL B
Arisbeth SL A
Ehis SL B
Amanda HL B
Ian SL A
Tyson SL B
Genesis HL B
Amir SL A
Lilian SL A
Ryuichi SL A
Megan SL B
Jennifer SL B
Romi SL B
Ryan SL A
Victoria SL B
KaiNi SL B
Zehra SL B
Jerry SL A

Incredible ISCP Program for Class 1&2!!

This incredible program is looking for 20 young visual artists to join our fall Into the Studios program at the International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP). This free program is open to high school juniors and seniors from around the city. The application and flyer are attached.

Participants attend the arts workshop in our project gallery at ISCP on Mondays and Wednesdays, October 4-December 15, 4:30-6:30pm. Together we visit professional artists in their studios, learn about contemporary art and create portfolio level work. All materials are provided.

This program is a partnership between ISCP, St. Nicks Alliance and the Joan Mitchell Foundation.

If you are interested see Ms. O'Leary ASAP for information and the application!!
(This is perfect for C.A.S.)

Scholarships for Pratt!

Pratt Institute has generously offered TBLS art discipuli scholarships for their Saturday Art School!
This 10 week program has classes tailored to high school students. Check out the website and course descriptions.
www.pratt.edu/saturdayartschool

This is an amazing opportunity. If you are interested please see Ms. O'Leary by the morning of Friday, Sept. 17.
(This is perfect for CAS)

2010 National Portfolio Day!

Take your portfolio to be seen and evaluated at National Portfolio Day. This year it will be on November 20 hosted by Parsons-Lehman College.
For more information see the website: http://www.portfolioday.net/

Dates and Locations: http://www.portfolioday.net/content/view/104/53/

TBLS IB Visual Arts has Moved!

The website devoted to IB Visual Arts at The Brooklyn Latin School has officially moved.

Please follow the links below to the navigate the newly designed sites. You can also easily travel back and forth between the two sites using the "Pages" tabs above.

All things Arts at TBLS: www.tblsarts.blogspot.com

IB Visual Arts at TBLS: www.tblsibvisualarts.blogspot.com

Blast from the Past! 2009 Discipulus Art Exhibition

Below are images from the First Annual TBLS Discipulus Art Exhibition which took place in June 2009!

Grātulātiō! 2010 TBLS Discipulus Visual Arts Exhibition

Congratulations on a truly successful exhibition! You all worked extremely hard to make the 2010 TBLS Visual Arts Discipuli Exhibition a wonderful event. I'm proud of you all!

Enjoy a selection of photos taken at the event:

Arts in Bushwick

Check out Arts in Bushwick! This volunteer organization is dedicated to connecting the arts of the community with residents.

You should be able to use this website/organization to find galleries and art exhibitions in the neighborhood. (I think there's even a map of the galleries.) An AWESOME resource!

Final Assessment Clarification

Clarificaltion:

Uniforms must be worn for all final assessments including Visual Arts external evaluations.

Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled time.

Monday, June 7 evaluations will take place in the bibliotheca (silent room).

Don't be late. Timeslots can not be held or honored for those who are late more than 10 minutes.

Visual Arts End of Year Requirements

Each discipulus is expected to present the following at the Final Assessment interview.

The full Investigation Workbook can be shown, however, when grading the evaluator will focus on the selected 16 or 30 pages.

Finalized Studio Pieces:
HL: 9/9 Work of Art
SL/Seniors: 6/6 Works of Art

Investigation Workbook Pages:
HL: 30/30 pages
SL/Seniors: 16/16 pages

Exhibition Visit:
HL: 12/12 (4 in immediate neighborhood)
SL/Seniors: 12/12 (4 in immediate neighborhood)


Automatic Drop Down:

Finalized Studio Pieces:
Pass (grade determined by rubric)
HL: 7/9 or more
SL/Seniors: 5/6 or more

Fail (work produced does not meet requirement)
HL: Less than 7/9
SL/Seniors: Less than 5/6

Investigation Workbook Pages:
Pass (grade determined by rubric)
HL: 23/30 pages or more
SL/Seniors: 12/16 pages or more

Fail (work produced does not meet requirement)
HL: Less than 23/30 pages
SL/Seniors: Less than 12/16 pages

Final Assessment Official Times and Dates

Below you will find the specific date and time for the Final Assessment Interviews. You are expected to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment.

Friday, June 4, 2010 with Ms. Barbaro
1:00 Jerry
1:30 Ahmad
2:00 Faatimah
2:30 Ryuichi
3:00 Giselle
3:30 Kristian

Monday June 7, 2010 with Ms. Barbaro
1:00 Megan Cole
1:30 Amir
2:00 Genesis
2:30 Jennifer
3:00 Lilian
3:30 Victoria
4:00 Arisbeth

Wednesday June 9, 2010 with Ms. Kopp
10:30 Zehra
11:00 Brian
11:30 Kerina
12:00 Ryan
12:30 Ehis
1:00 Ian

Friday June 11, 2010 with Ms. Kopp
10:30 Javier
11:00 Tyson
11:30 Romi
12:00 Shanique
12:30 Megan Smith
1:00 Kai Ni
1:30 Amanda

*Dates and Times are Subject to Change.

Online Digital Portfolios

Post your portfolio online. You may use any online gallery. A good one to use is Picasa by Google. (www.picasaweb.google.com/home) It does not cost anything and they have a great online tutorial to explain how to get started.
Once you have uploaded your images please share the album with me. This way I will know you have completed the assignment. When you share, please enter my email address: koleary52@gmail.com

Please remember what needs to be posted:
HL: Digital Posting of 9 finalized works of art, 30 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications
SL/Seniors: Digital Posting of 6 finalized works of art, 16 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications
2nd Year Seniors: Digital Posting of 12 finalized works of art, 20 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications

Summer Assignment 2010

*****Due September 8,2010******

HL
3 Finalized Works of Art
12 Investigation Workbook pages
2 Exhibition Visits (not included in the above count IW pages)
Determined Focus of Subject Matter
Determine Option A or Option B

SL
2 FInalized Works of Art
8 Investigation Workbook pages
2 Exhibition Visits (not included in the above count IW pages)
Determined Focus of Subject Matter
Determine Option A or Option B

Option A = 60% Studio Work/ 40% Investigation Workbook
Option B = 60% Investigation Workbook/ 40% Studio Work

Final Assessment

**OLD LIST**Friday June 4th **OLD LIST**
Jerry
Ahmad
Faatimah
Ryuichi
Giselle
Kristian

Monday 7th
Megan C.
Amir
Genesis
Jennifer
Lilian
Victoria

Tuesday 8th
Arisbeth
Zehra
Brian
Kerina
Ryan
Ehis

Wednesday 9th
Ian
Javier
Tyson
Romi
Shanique
Megan S.
Kai Ni
Amanda

Term 4 What Needs to be Accomplished

The following is expected by the end of Term 4 (see corresponding dates):

Finalized Studio Pieces (Due: May 26):
HL: 9/9 Work of Art
SL/Seniors: 6/6 Works of Art

Investigation Workbook Pages (Due: May 26):
HL: 30/30 pages
SL/Seniors: 16/16 pages

Exhibition Visits (Due: May 26):
HL: 12/12 (4 in immediate neighborhood)
SL/Seniors: 12/12 (4 in immediate neighborhood)

Artist Statement (Due: first draft May 12, final draft May 24):
HL: 2-3 pages
SL/Seniors: 1-2 pages

Wall Identifications (Due: May 26):
HL: 9 (one for every work of art)
SL/Seniors: 6 (one for every work of art)

Exhibition (setup May 26, dismantle May 28*):
HL: Display of 9 finalized works of art, investigation workbook, artist statement, and wall identifications
SL/Seniors: Display of 6 finalized works of art, investigation workbook, artist statement, and wall identifications
2nd Year Seniors: Display of 12 finalized works of art, investigation workbook, artist statement, and wall identifications

Online, Digital Portfolio (Due: June 4):
HL: Digital Posting of 9 finalized works of art, 30 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications
SL/Seniors: Digital Posting of 6 finalized works of art, 16 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications
2nd Year Seniors: Digital Posting of 12 finalized works of art, 20 investigation workbook pages, and wall identifications

*subject to change

Postcard for Discipuli Exhibition

Call for Submissions!

We need to produce a postcard to publicize the TBLS Discipuli Visual Art Exhibition.
Discipuli are invited to design a postcard (4x5").
Please submit designs by April 14 via email to Ms. O'Leary (koleary52@gmail.com).

A design will be chosen by April 16 and published by April 19.

TBLS Discipuli Visual Art Exhibition

Date: Thursday, May 27, 2010
Time: Founders’ Day 9-10am
Location: The Library
The Brooklyn Latin School
325 Bushwick Ave, Fourth Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11206

Portfolio Presentations

Portfolio Presentation Dates.
Please prepare a 10-15min presentation on your entire portfolio (all final works of art) and process (investigation workbook).
On the date listed below, you will be expected to present on your portfolio and process. This will be your opportunity to practice speaking about your work and research. This will also give you the chance to hear what your peers think.

This presentation will have no direct impact on your course grade.

Thursday, April 8: Javier, Zehra
Tuesday, April 13: Giselle, Romi
Thursday, April 15: Shanique, Kai Ni
Tuesday, April 20: Arisbeth
Tuesday, April 27: Ian, Victoria
Thursday, April 29: Brian, Megan Smith
Tuesday, May 4::: Genesis, Jerry
Thursday, May 6::: Amir, Ryan O
Friday, May 7::::::::Lilian, Ahmad*
Tuesday, May 11:: Ryuichi, Amanda
Thursday, May 13: Tyson, Kerina
Tuesday, May 18:: Megan Cole*, Kristian*
Thursday, May 20: Faatimah, Ehis

* Seniors (in their second year) please present on your entire, 2-year portfolio and process.

Free Art Workshops Available

There are Free Art workshops available for students through an organization called Eyebeam. The workshops will provide students with training from artists which specialize in the specific medium being taught in the workshop. If you are interested and would like to know when and what types of workshops available go to their website and look up the Youth Drop-In Program.

http://eyebeam.org/

...And Another IB Art Website

Here's another IB Art Website to help you see what other IB...ers are producing:

http://web1.ibo.org.uk/gallery/index.cfm?lang=ENG

IB Art Website

See what others are creating in IB Visual Arts at the IB Art Gallery. You can even post your work here.