The Digital Matrix:


The creative process can be fluid and divergent. There are multiple ways to arrive at point B. You could move on a linear path through the process but it is also possible to work through different stages in various orders as you create your artwork. Over time you will develop your own process that is most practical for you. 

The process we will use to develop your work is how you learn to create your own artwork. The process is how you will learn new skills, develop your existing skills, experiment, express your ideas, and create your artwork. 

​Each project you create will go through four stages: Identify, Explore, Apply and Reflect. You will follow this sequence and use your sketchbook in the early stages of your project to develop your idea and design your project prior to beginning. You will continue to use your sketchbook to write about your process and reflections in the Identify, Explore, Apply and Reflect stage; at the end you will reflect on your entire process and your completed work of art. 

You will follow the Digital Matrix in order to earn a grade on a weekly basis. Your work habits and what you accomplish each week will earn you an A, a C+, or and F+.
Your quarter and semester grade is an average of your weekly grades. 

Visit the Grading Art Page so you can learn more about how your grade is formulated by your actions and accomplishments.

The Digital Matrix has four phases.:

1.  Identify

Write about that you aim to accomplish based on the Learning Targets; then individualize your Learning Target (iLT) so it becomes unique to you. 

Example: I want to create a poster to influence my peers to be healthy. (I Connect).

2. Explore 

Explore artists, tutorials, YouTube Videos, experiment, learn new tools or techniques. 

What software would be the best to accomplish your iLT.

​Follow tutorials to explore software or techniques.

3. Apply

Put your newly aquired skills to use. Experiment with what you learned and refer back to your iLT to accomplish your goal. 

Work on your project until you determine that it is finished.

4. Reflect

Every FRIDAY write a Weebly Blog post to explain your accomplishments during the week. Include videos or images of what you created. Show your work that is in progress or finished works. 
Learning Targets Aligned with the National Visual Arts Standards
 
Responding: Anchor Standards 7, 8, 9

I Evaluate
I will evaluate artists, artworks, or art concepts prior to creating art.
I will consider how artworks influence my art making process

I Am Inspired
I will consider how artists, artwork or art concept inspire me.
I will consider how this impact may inspire my work.

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Connecting: Anchor Standards 10 & 11

I Connect
My art will be influenced by my community, culture or traditions.
I envision my artwork impacting my community or society.

I Communicate
My art will convey a message to my audience.
My artwork will reflect personal feelings, likes, or dislikes.

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Creating: Anchor Standards 1, 2, & 3
 
I Create
I will apply unique ideas in my work.
I will combine an inspirational source with my own ideas. 

 I Develop Skills
I will improve my knowledge of a familiar material.
I will incorporate new skills and/or techniques into my work.

I Take Risks
I will experiment with new art making methods.
I will work with unfamiliar materials.

I Solve Problems
I will explore material, physical or conceptual limitations.
I understand there may be unexpected issues, accidents, or mistakes.

We Collaborate
I will collaborate with others during the creative process.
I envision other students improving the outcome of the final project.

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Presenting: Anchor Standards 4, 5, & 6

I Reflect
I understand my product may be different from my original plan.
I anticipate decisions I may need to make during the art making process. 

I Present
I am designing this work for showcasing.
I am considering why this piece will be show worthy.
I am considering tasks I will need to accomplish to display this work.