Ms. Lagunes

My name is Bianca Lagunes and I am thrilled to be your student’s visual arts teacher this year! This is my second year teaching and I’m so excited to have the opportunity to be a part of your student’s creative journey and help foster their artistic growth.

I’d like to tell you a little bit about myself. I grew up and currently live in San Antonio, Texas.  I graduated from Texas State University with a bachelor's in Psychology and a minor in Fine Arts. I have always had a lifelong passion for art. I enjoy painting, photography and drawing in my spare time. I consider myself a big movie buff and enjoy going to the cinema whenever I can. I also enjoy traveling the world and experiencing different arts and culture.

Art Class Syllabus

Room Number: E108                                                                         

Conference:  12:21 pm - 1:07 pm

Email: blagun@neisd.com                                                              

Tutoring: Mon-Tues 3:40-4:15 

Course Objectives:

As outlined by the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), students will:

·       Illustrate ideas for artworks from observation, experiences and imagination

·       Learn to use Elements of Art (color, texture, form, shape, line, space, value)

·       Learn to use the Principles of Design (emphasis, pattern, rhythm, balance, proportion, unity)

·       Demonstrate effective use of art media in design, drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture

·       Gain and understanding of art history and differences in cultural art

·       Analyze and evaluate personal and peer artwork through art criticism

Classroom Rules:

·       Come to class on time with all required materials, ready to work

·       Use your time wisely- what does not get done in class will be finished on Friday

·       Always treat your teacher, classmates, materials, and yourself with respect

·       Clean up after yourself – points will be deducted from daily grades if I have to clean your mess

·       Use approved electronics at appropriate times, and only for class -related tasks

·       Do not touch or vandalize materials or artwork that is not yours

·       Turn in projects completed and on-time – late assignments will have 10 points docked per day.

·       Keep all subject matter in your artwork appropriate- if you’re not sure, don’t do it!

Required Supplies

·       One 9”x 12” Sketch Pad

o   Some brands to choose from: Strathmore, Winsor & Newton, Canson, etc

·       Gum eraser

·       Metal pencil sharpener

·       A single two pocket folder to store practice worksheets

Optional Supplies:

·       Graphite pencil set (HB, 2B, 4B 6B)

·    Permanent black markers (fine point and ultra fine point)

       Permanent colored markers

·       Ruler

·       Scissors

·       Watercolor palette and brushes

·       Colored pencil set

*Stores you can purchase materials at: Jerry’s Artarama, Asel Art Supply, Hobby Lobby, Michaels, Amazon, Popshelf, Walmart, Target, HEB.

Grading Procedures:

Major Projects (40%) – These are assignments that will take multiple days to complete.

Project Preparation (20%): These are assignments that are done in preparation for a project such as preliminary sketches and practice worksheets.

Class Participation (20%) – These grades will be taken 2-3 times per week. Daily warm up, clean up, sketchbook assignments, and note taking will fall into this category.

Writing (20%) – My students may be asked to complete written reflections at the end of every project and may also occasionally be asked to critique their work or another student’s work in writing.