DIGITAL ART-Period 6 (2024-2025) Assignments

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During class students work on completing the STUDY GUIDES attached below for each unit.

an image with no background (clip art work best) OR remove the background from an image (HINT: It gets SUPER cranky if the edges are not perfectly smooth; I suggest adding a Layer Mask, painting out with a HARD black brush, and then inverting the mask to select the object. You cannot animate with layer masks, so then you need to APPLY MASK to make it a rasterized layer). 
If a photo with a background, DO NOT CROP until the end! (Crazy things happen)
the layer  (just make sure it starts with _a_)
the layer (it's fine to leave the copy it adds at the end, just be sure it still starts with _a_)
 and add "points" so you can move it around!  If you don't want it taking off, put a few pins in the bottom of the person/thing. Then, add joints in the areas you want to move. If something is moving that shouldn't, put a point there so it won't). 
Hit the to Apply
the layer and the process; each layer will be a frame of your animation!
the image, if needed, to remove all extra space
When finished, go to  and the Animation window will appear so you can preview your animation
If you are happy, modify the settings for speed or export size, and export that puppy! Fun!

Students set-up a simple resume using either Google Docs, or Canva to input in their digital portfolio website (Google Sites). 
Some items that should be included in a resume for a high school student includes?
HIGH SCHOOL RESUME COMPONENTS. ... 
BASIC INFORMATION. ... 
OBJECTIVE OR SUMMARY STATEMENT. ... 
EDUCATION. ... 
WORK EXPERIENCE. ... 
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. ... 
COMMUNITY SERVICE OR VOLUNTEER ROLES. ... 
AWARDS, HONORS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND LEADERSHIP ROLES.
Please utilize the resources attached below to help guide you in completing this assignment. This project is worth 25 points, so please do your best work. It'll pay off later when you need to submit your resume to an upcoming employer!

Students create a business card using a previous assignment of creating a logo to help in designing a business card. The link is attached below that will open up Adobe Express for Education where students can pick a template to start off with. 

The following steps include:
Launching Adobe Express from on your desktop.
Explore the templates. 
Create captivating visuals that are simple where students add their branding of their business. 
Lastly, students publish their virtual business card and download the link to upload in Google Classroom in order to submit assignment.

Students are introduced to ANIMATION in the digital art field by watching a short video and then learning how to create a simple frame-by-frame animation using Google Slides. For example, a flower growing, a car driving, a cat jumping. Students are to duplicate slides and moving objects slightly to simulate motion. Students first brainstorm ideas on what they would like to create as their animation by sketching out using a paper template to create a short animation. 

The following steps include:
Set Up Your Slides (Open Click on Delete the default text boxes (so you have a clean slide).
Create Your First Frame (Insert an object (example: Style it! (Change the color, add a border, etc.) and Place the object at the  on the slide.
Duplicate the Slide (Right-click on the slide thumbnail → Move the object  on the new slide (up, down, sideways, or rotate it).
Repeat to Build Motion (Keep duplicating the latest slide), Move the object  each time, The more slides you have, the smoother the animation will look!
Preview the Animation (Click  (or faster!), OR:  the slides and click fast through them. Tip: Set  to 0 seconds if you want it to auto-animate.
Add Extra Effects (Adding  (simulate environment movement), Using  moving at once, Creating a  (like a ball bouncing or a rocket launching).

Flipbooks are a great introduction to animation. This project incorporates many skills including story telling, drawing, using scissors and some creativity. For this project you'll need: paper, ruler, scissors, pen or pencil, rubber bands or a binder clip, and tape or glue (to bind the edge of your flipbook). Optional supplies include: Lightbox (for tracing), markers (to add some color to your flip book), a computer (to research) and a printer (to print out a template). 

Steps include the following:
Step 1 = Measure out your template
Step 2 = Design your sprites (Sprites are the individual components of the drawing that come together to form a moving scene. These are the individual drawings that when put together in your flipbook, will give the effect of motion when the pages are flipped.
Step 3 = Trace your frames
Step 4 = Add anymore details
Step 5 = Cut out your frames
Step 6 = Stack and bind your flipbook

Students celebrate Holy Week by illustrating digitally catholic symbols that represent meaning to them. Students can research online or use the attached images below to brainstorm for ideas. Students are to complete at least 3 images to receive full points (see below Cross with gradient background, clipart poster and Canva Easter card).

Congresswoman Barragán's 2025 Congressional Art Competition is officially open for submissions. This annual competition is a fantastic opportunity for students within California's 44th Congressional District (CA-44) to showcase their artistic talent and creativity. Students go over resources attached below:

Key Details:
Submission Deadline: April 10, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Eligibility: Open to students who live within the CA-44 district
Prizes: Winning artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol, and the winner will receive a scholarship and a trip to Washington, D.C.
The Congresswoman will also host a special reception where the winner will be announced.
Flyer with all the competition details attached below regarding frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Competition Guidelines, Student Application Form, and a promotional video.
This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain recognition for their artwork!

In this assignment, students learn to face swap using Photopea. The video below is an editing tutorial that will cover some simple but important compositing techniques such as blending with layer masks, color matching and more. In the video, the download links used for the images are:

https://unsplash.com/photos/5xbCj_VWKcs and https://unsplash.com/photos/X6Uj51n5CE8. The following terms learned in this assignment are:
Head Swapping For a lot of people this means the same as face swapping i.e. generally doesn’t involve swapping out the whole head, but more like blending face features from one person to another as per this tutorial. Although swapping heads completely is definitely possible!
Face Editing - This is quite a vague term and could mean a lot of things. From funny face swaps, to makeup changes, or cleaning up skin and removing spots. Basically anything related to changing someone's face in any way.
Face retouching - This would normally include general skin clean up, removing blemishes, tidying hair, fixing makeup, correcting skin tone and more. 
Students need to find two pictures to use for their face swap. Make sure to submit 3 pictures total (your two pictures of faces and then your final face swap picture).

Students illustrate their knowledge of art by writing an evaluation of their peers' artwork from Fine Arts Night. Students do a Gallery Walk over to the Gym to view artwork displayed in order to evaluate their peers. Students fill in an Art Critic Worksheet as their exit ticket. Afterwards, students take down all their work to take home as well as help breakdown and clean up from the art show.

The GRID METHOD can be used to transfer or enlarge drawings from a photo. Using a grid from a photograph allows students to create accurate and proportional drawings. Students will focus on their observational skills while incorporating the mathematical skills of measuring, drawing straight lines, and proportion in their art. For this project, students will create a collaborative class mural using the GRID METHOD that will be displayed in Fine Arts Night, as well as creating their own individual digital GRID DRAWING. 

The following steps utilizing the GRID METHOD to make an INDIVIDUAL PICTURE includes: 
(1) Choosing a photograph (making sure to print out as a 4"×6" photograph).
(2) Gridding your photograph (for a 4"×6" photograph grid into ½ inch by ½ inch squares). Make sure to count the number of boxes in the photograph and on the final paper so that they match!!! 
(3) Number the boxes on the photograph and final paper. Make sure the numbers coordinate. For example, number 1-8 should be on the top row, and 1-12 should be on the left side row.
(4) Start drawing the contour lines of the photograph. Be sure to look at each individual box as you draw. 
(5) Lastly, shade your grid drawing appropriately by utilizing a light source. Make sure to blend with a blending stump, tortillon, q-tip, paint brush, or your finger to smooth all graphite lines.

The following steps utilizing the GRID METHOD for our COLLABORATIVE PICTURE includes: 
Students will use the grid method to collaboratively recreate the  logo in a digital format while improving their observational and digital drawing skills. The logo will be divided into a grid where students will each receive a piece to replicate. 
Once students receive their piece of the grid to replicate they need to open it up into Photopea (File Open and Place). 
Students are to recreate their section while matching proportions, colors, and details. 
Students outline and sketch their sections, ensuring lines and details match the original logo. 
Zoom in for precision and using layers for different details (e.g., outline, color, shading). 
Use color-picking techniques for consistency and refine your section, ensuring edges align with adjacent pieces. 
Lastly, export your completed section in the correct resolution.

Students design a mandala patterned four-leafed clover in observance of St. Patrick's Day for extra luck. Students learn to use multiple layers, gradients, symmetry settings, filter options, and layer masks. Instruction steps are attached below for guidance. Also, another option is to create a four-leaf clover design using Canva.

This assignment is a collaboration of all art classes to create a running presentation for the opening night of our Fine Arts Night on Wednesday - April 2nd! If you are interested in performing during Fine Arts Night, you may click the second link below to sign-up. To complete this assignment, you need to click the first link, pick a slide and upload pictures of your artwork. You need to complete at least one Google Slide to receive full points. If you'd like to add more, please do. Don't forget to add your Name and Title of artwork(s).

Requirements include: 
Creating a new slide, or copying one as an example and editing it,
Pasting a picture (or as many as you like) of your favorite artwork this year in class,
Include the title of your work,
Type in your name.   
*NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT EDIT OTHER STUDENT'S WORK!!!!

In this lesson, students learn how to design a candle mockup using digital art techniques. The focus will be on creating a realistic, appealing professional-looking candle design that can be used for product displays, marketing materials, or other creative purposes. Students will explore the use of software tools to enhance their design skills and develop an understanding of mockups as a vital component of product visualization. Students will learn an understanding of the concept of a product mockup and its role in digital design, were they create a digital candle design mockup using either Photopea (1920x1080px resolution is good for mockups), or Canva. Students gain knowledge of design principles such as composition, lighting, shadows, and texture. Student will be able to create a realistic candle mockup with digital art techniques, including layer manipulation, texture use, and lighting effects, as well as be able to export and present their candle design mockup professionally. 

The following steps involve: (click the links attached to open Canva templates)

Opening up a new project: Start with a blank canvas (size depends on where the mockup will be displayed, but 1080x1080 pixels is a common choice for social media) or find a template by searching for pre-made candle mockup templates in the Canva search bar (e.g., "candle mockup"). 
Selecting a Template: Browse Canva’s template library and choose a candle mockup that fits the desired style (e.g., clear glass jar, metal tin). Search for candle images in the “Photos” or “Elements” section of Canva. Look for high-quality stock images that are realistic.
Making a Label or Uploading your design: Upload the candle label design (if the label has already been created) and position it on the candle. Use Canva’s alignment tools to center and position the label correctly. Apply effects such as shadows or glows to make it look more integrated into the image. Drag and resize the label image to fit onto the mockup. Use the ‘Position’ tool to center it or adjust it.
Adjusting transparency/Shadow Effects: Demonstrate how to add shadow effects to make the label look more realistic.
Refining the mockup: Add elements like backgrounds (a table, shelf, or other product display scenes) for added context. Consider adjusting lighting, brightness, and contrast to enhance the realism.
Reviewing the design: Zoom in and out to ensure the candle mockup looks realistic. Check for alignment, shadows, and reflections.
Exporting the mockup: Export the design in high resolution (e.g., PNG, JPEG). File format should be PNG with a transparent background. This is useful for certain marketing uses.

Students recreate a famous artwork of their choice using Photopea or PBNify.com. 

For Photopea, steps include prior use of the BRUSH Tool, COLOR SELECT and EYEDROPPER Tool while learning new tools as the BLENDING Tool and how to MERGE, or DUPLICATE LAYERS. 

The following steps include:
Picking a famous artwork,
Open Photopea with a transparent background, then Open & Place your photo,
Clicking on the BRUSH Tool and adjusting to the size of your choice,
Using the EYEDROPPER Tool to click over an area that you want to start on by clicking the brush tool to start brushing over portrait,
Go over your brushstrokes with the SMUDGE Tool to blend (making it look like paint),
*MERGE Layers if you prefer not having so many layers open,
DUPLICATE Layers to fill in your portrait (due to the Transparent Background).
Download to Upload your finished work into G.C..
In PBNify, the following steps include:
1. Load an image.
2. Click some points on the image to select your color palette.
3. Click PBNify and the image will be converted to a paint by number template.
4. Save the outline and palette to print out, and either paint on a canvas, or color in with alcohol markers.

The "" mini-project is perfect for learning essential skills in Photopea. It incorporates a small set of skills in a repetitive process designed to build mastery of the program. 

Major Skills covered: 
Uploading an image,
Paint Bucket,
Eraser Tool,
Adding Layers,
Saving as a .jpg or .png
Instructions are attached below with an extension challenge. Blank Sneaker samples included as well to get you started. Make sure to upload 2 .png's of your finished work. One for the first challenge and another one for the extension challenge.

Students prior learning of creating shapes helps students to learn to create 3-dimensional shapes in Photopea. First, students download the Shapes Worksheet attached below so they can upload it into Photopea. Next, students are to use the pen tool to create various shapes as well as utilize the ellipse and square tool under shapes. Students can create their own shapes with the custom shapes tool as well. Altogether, students will master 3-dimensional shapes techniques in Photopea by tracing over the worksheet, using custom shapes, or filling in with the paint bucket. Once finished, students are to upload their work here to receive full points.

This art contest is for designing a Google called, Doodle for Google. Where Google invites K-12 students to imagine a future where anything is possible. This year’s contest welcomes new prizes and more ways to create a Doodle for Google's browser. Click the links below for details. The deadline is March 14th.

To submit a digital file, you will also need to: 
1. Upload the file to your Google Drive 
2. Share the file with the following email: [email protected] 
3. Add a thumbnail of the video to your submission form, 
4. Write the Google Drive link on your submission form, 
5. Fill in your artist statement (giving a brief description of your doodle).

Use your Photopea skills and draw your favorite cartoon character! You will be using the Pen Tool and Pencil Tool for this assignment. First, choose and save a photo of the cartoon character of your choice. Use the Pen Tool to draw the blocks of colors (each on its own layer). Use the Pencil Tool for the black outline of your character. Use the Pen Tool to fill in the background. Download your work as a .png and then upload here in Google Classroom. Click on the attached Google Doc for step-by-step instructions.

Students complete a course on DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP in how to protect themselves online. Students learn how they can help create a safe and positive experience online. By reading, watching videos, and completing activities. Students will learn how to integrate Digital Citizenship and Safety activities into their lives. The units include: Account Sharing, Communication Responsibility, Online Safety and Awareness, Internet Security (Personal Privacy and Security), and When in Doubt, Talk It Out (Talking about questionable internet content). Students view a videos 1-5 and then take a quiz after each topic to access knowledge of content. Afterwards, students play on online game called "INTERLAND."

From students' prior learning of creating a Logo Design, students design a mock up t-shirt design. Students use basic elements and different types of typography to apply their own logo onto a t-shirt by learning the process of screen printing. Students learn about screen printing by watching a short video attached below and follow step-by-step in printing their screen print. Students will export their Logo as a transparent .png, or stand alone .jpg in order to cut out a stencil of their logo. Student then test their print on card stock to check if their print is clean. Then, make any corrections if needed in their design to move forward on printing their t-shirt.

Students draw a HEART-SHAPED image inspired by Valentine’s Day utilizing Chrome Canvas, Google Drawings, Pixel, or Photopea. Requirements includes adding one word on a heart, adding value tones using a minimum of 3 colors picked for a dark, medium & light tone in order to give the illustration more of a 2D effect. Students are to also add highlights and shadows to complete their design.

To start off our Valentine's Spirit Week, students are to design a digital heart collage in Canva with all the things they love. Students can use a heart-shaped template or create their own design with shapes. Students then add their own photos, stock images, and other design elements. 

Steps Include the following: 

Opening Canva and searching for "Love Photo Collage" or "Photo Collage,"
Select a template, then upload your photos or choose from stock images,
Edit your photos with filters and make any necessary adjustments,
Add frames, stickers, text, and other graphics,
Save your work by clicking the "Share" button and then uploading your work here to receive points for this assignment.

Students have the choice to either design a Valentine’s GIF, or a Valentine’s CARD utilizing www.Canva.com.

Steps for creating a Valentine's Day Card in Canva include: 

Open Canva and search for "Valentine's Day Card"
Select Create a Design to start with a blank page
Browse the templates and add keywords to find the right one
Add your own photos or use stock images
Edit the text and add filtersUse the drag-and-drop tool to add stickers, shapes, and other elements
Add effects and animations
Save your card as a PNG, JPG, or PDF
Share your card by downloading and upload her under this assignment to receive your points for work.
Steps for designing a Valentine's GIF in canvas include:
Launch Canva in your browser. 
Search for "Valentine's Day Card" or select a custom size that fits your needs. 
Choose a color or gradient that suits your Valentine's theme. 
Utilize the Canva library to add various heart shapes, colors, and sizes.
Add your Valentine's message using a festive font. 
Explore Canva's library for additional Valentine's related graphics like flowers, cupid, or love-themed icons. 
Click on the element you want to animate (like a heart). 
In the editing toolbar, look for the "Animate" button and select an animation effect like "Pulse," "Fade in," "Bounce," or "Move" depending on your desired effect. Make sure to set how long each animation should last. 
To animate more with a more "complex animation," duplicate your design page and slightly change the position or appearance of elements on each duplicate. Set the animation duration for each page to create a smooth transition between frames. 
Click "Play" in the preview mode to see how your animation looks. (If needed, modify the animation timing, element positions, or effects further). 
Click "Download" and choose "GIF" as the file format. Choose if you want the animation to loop once or continuously. 
Click "Download" to save your Valentine's GIF. 
*Key points to remember:

 For a quick GIF, focus on animating a few key elements. 
 Choose a consistent color palette for a cohesive look. 
 Explore different animation options to find the best fit for your design. 
 Include your initials, a special message, or a photo to make your Valentine's GIF unique.

For this assignment you will be learning how to design your own concept board future dorm room, or Mood Board for a room in www.Canva.com. 

Direction include: 
Opening up a landscape layout in Canva with a size of 25 x 20 cm (Mood Boards Photo Collage - Landscape). 
Searching up elements for your room by clicking on "Elements" as well as searching on www.amazon.com and Googling for posters, frames, photos, tables, beds, rugs (i.e. door room aesthetics). 
Watch attached videos below for guidance on easy step-by-step guide to creating a visual vibe of your living space. 
Remove your image backgrounds with Canva, or www.Remove.bg
Layout your furniture and décor for your room to pull all the pieces together.
Download your finished work and submit here.

Designing a logo is one of the most important steps in developing a brand. Your logo is your business’ most visible asset. It goes on your website, social media, business cards, product packaging – everywhere your customers are looking for your product. This assignment is for students to learn about what makes a good logo by viewing the videos below. Students can use www.CANVA.com, Photopea, or Adobe Express to digitally create their own logo. 

Steps include: 
Defining your brand. It's important to have a clear understanding of your brand and its values, target audience, and message.
Research and explore conceptual icons.
Sketch and brainstorm ideas. 
Play around with caps or lowercase and consider handwritten fonts.
Refine your design. 
Test and ensure readability.

Students work on designing a self-portrait out of descriptive text with the use of various ranges of sizes and values within their text. Students have the choice to use Photopea, Canva, Adobe Express, or  www.wordart.com to create their portrait. This project demonstrates utilizing VALUE going from light to dark through layering and positioning of text. The overall typography needs to use a variety of fonts and sizes within the self-portrait that features WORDS, PHRASES, or SENTENCES that will tell the viewer more about the person in the image. Therefore, students create a mesh of words (like a word cloud of text) that creates a portrait design filled with custom text. Students can use an original photograph, pick their own colors or create custom colors and choose how they want the text to fill the portrait. To take a photo of yourself with the camera, please use the following link below for access to your camera. Students can use a photograph of themselves, or someone else as a guide for placement of text. A link below is for copyright free images if students do not want to use their own picture. There's a link attached below for www.WordArt.com if you'd like to use that takes you to their website to create your design. A YouTube video link is attached below if you may need more guidance.

Students learn how to insert an image into a body text in Canva by completing the following steps:
1. Open Canva.
2. Click on "Create a Design" and type poster in the search bar. Click on "A3" poster to open up and type in the title of your poster.
3. Click the "Elements" tab on the left-hand side of the screen, and then scroll down to "Frames" to click on specific letters. Click and drag onto your canvas to arrange text where you want.
4. Choose your photos to input into lettering by clicking on "Photos" or "Uploads" to access your own images.
5. Browse through images until you find the one you want to use, and then drag and drop image onto the text box.
6. Resize and position the letter/image as desired by clicking and dragging on its edges or corners.

OPTIONAL: You can also add an image behind your text by selecting the text box, clicking the "Background" tab in the top toolbar, and then choosing "Image." From there, you can select an image from the Canva library or upload your own.

Students learn how to customize text with the various apps within CANVA. In Canva's Text field, students are to create a design by opening up a poster to add text that they want to customize. For example, students may select any "Apps" like TypeCraft where they type in a word(s) and then pick a font and choose how to display. Meaning, what shape to tweak it to by clicking the tiny anchors to adjust by dragging the dots, or points to a desired shape. For this assignment, students are to create a minimum of 3 different typographies by inserting text in a Canva poster. Students may choose their styles that they want, select colors of their choice, and then edit by adding different effects. Lastly, students will need to click on "Share" to then download their image as a .png and upload their file here, under this assignment to submit.

Create single-page webpages for portfolios, resumes, presentations, blog posts, photo galleries, and more. You can also use these webpages to showcase a product catalog, advertise a special offer, or act as a weekly or monthly newsletter for businesses. You have the choice to create the one of your choice. Click the video link below to follow steps, or get ideas. Establish a design theme for your webpage using photos, icons, logos, personalized fonts, and other customizable elements to make them feel entirely authentic. Select the Themes icon, and then select Create a theme. Adjust the background color, font, and more on the Edit theme panel to add a custom theme to the webpage. 

The following steps to create your webpage include: 

On the homepage of Adobe Express, select the plus sign to begin.
In Create, select Webpage.
Add title and subtitle to the webpage. Add Photo, Short Cover, and Split Layout.
Select Themes to apply a theme and set Fonts and Styles for your webpage.
Add Photos, Videos, Text, Buttons, Photo Grid, Slideshow, and Split layout to your webpage to make your brand pop
In the header, select the text box to rename the webpage name.
Quickly perform the following actions when editing your webpage: Undo your action, Redo your action, Change the theme, Check the preview, Present your webpage. 
Once you complete your webpage, select Share > Publish to web > Create link to get a new, unique URL.
Note: 
If you edit your web page, republish it so that changes go live and the URL doesn't change.

Tip: The Share tool can also generate a snippet of code that allows you to embed your new page into an existing website by pasting the code into your site files.

Typography is the art of arranging letters and text in a way that is legible, clear, and visually appealing to a reader. Typography involves font style, appearance, and structure, which aims to elicit certain emotions and convey specific messages. In short, typography is what brings text to life. For this assignment, students are to view the video below during class together and complete the following worksheet individually to learn about the basics of typography. There is a .pdf as well of important information on typography for guidance.

Students learn about Infographics and use Canva or Adobe Express to create their own. Students brainstorm to get ideas on what they want to creating for an infographic (for what purpose). Students then set a goal by choosing what Infographic Type that they want to use from Canva's or Adobe Express templates. Students can also create their own by planning and designing their own from the "Elements" tab. Students are to create the content, organize and visualize their data. Either make their own, or choose a template to then add their own engaging design elements. 

Most schools have logos and websites, and most of them are also outdated and old-fashioned. This assignment is for students to design a screensaver for our school's laptops. Students are to first consider the needs and images of the school for their design. See the example below from our school's Director of Technology, Mantas Kliminskas. Students design should incorporate using new graphics that are school appropriate. These can be from photos taken or images found on our school's website. Students design may even be able to be considered in utilizing for this school year students’ screensaver.

In lieu of the MLK holiday, students celebrate a day to remember by designing a celebratory poster in Canva. Students are to browse through Canva's excellent round-up of imagery, templates, and designs to find ideas and inspiration for creating a poster by clicking the link below. Students may also use Adobe Express.

Students use various images and typography and learn:
► The importance of using posters,
► How to search for poster templates in Canva, 
► How to edit a template and customize, 
► How to create purposeful poster, 
► How to download their design.

A new year is upon us! With a new year, comes new goals, new “one words” that will drive our focus and intentions for the upcoming year, and a renewed feeling of doing things right, growth, and advancement! All across the world, people create vision boards. Just ask Steve Harvey and Oprah! People search on Pinterest and Google images for quotes and pictures that will serve as visual representations of their goals for the new year. They print out pictures and quotes and mount them onto poster board, and then hang them in their bedrooms or bathrooms so they can see them each and every day. Some save them as their screen savers on their iPhones, or computer desktops to help them keep visually focused on their goals. Having this visual representation of your goals hanging somewhere where you can see it forces you to look at it every day. It plants your goals in your mind and keeps them at the forefront of all that you do. This assignment is for you to create your own 2025 vision board using either Google Slides, Google Drawings, CANVA, Adobe Express, or Photopea. Steps include the following:
Use the worksheets below to help guide you in figuring out what your 2024 focus is.
Make a word cloud image to add to your vision board by clicking the word art generator below. 
Go through the Google Slide presentation to look at examples.
Choose if you'd like to use Google Slides, Google Drawings, CANVA, Adobe Express, or Photopea for your vision board.
Add your 2025 Poster Theme that you created in yesterday's class to it.

This contest is open to California residents in grades K-12. There are five grade categories for awards in both art and poetry: K-1, 2-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Entries must have a California coastal or ocean theme. For example, no tropical or arctic settings or species. Art does not need to depict specific places or species, but if it does, they must be California places and species. Meaning, learn about California native species first because a fish is just a "fish," but if it's a recognizable type of fish you need to make sure it's a Californian fish. Also, for example, if you submit a poem about "the beach," please don't submit one about Waikiki Beach. 

Winners will be selected for art and poetry in each of the five grade categories; winners will receive a $100 gift certificate to an art supply store (art), courtesy of Blick Art Materials, or a bookstore (poetry), and tickets to Aquarium of the Pacific, courtesy of the Aquarium. Each winner's teacher (named on the Entry Form) will receive a $50 gift certificate for educational supplies from Acorn Naturalists. In addition, multiple honorable mentions may be selected.  If a poem is a reference to an existing poem (or song, or other work), that poem and poet should be named on the entry. 

Artists should include a short statement of a paragraph or less describing their inspiration for the artwork. If needed, this can be dictated to or translated by the teacher, parent, or other helper. (Please make a note if that's the case, and include the original text if translated.) Any art entry that has been traced from or is a digital alteration of an existing photo or image that was created by someone other than the student is a violation of the competition rules. AI-generated art submissions violate competition rules. If using an image created by someone else (of an animal, for example) as a model for an art entry, student's artwork must be significantly different to avoid plagiarism. No hands other than the student's own should be involved in the creation of artwork. Students may enter multiple pieces but must complete a separate entry form for each one. Winners will be contacted directly and announced on this website by early April. Sign up to receive an email announcement. If a winner, artwork will be kept by the Coastal Commission for approximately one year as part of a traveling public exhibit.

Read the contest guidelines by clicking the link below. Create your art or poetry. Enter your digital artwork for the contest (via email) and post your submission here under this assignment as a .png to receive full points. Please submit your work online no later than January 31, 2025 by 5:00pm.

Every year as the clock nears midnight on December 31st, millions of people dream about what the new year will bring. A new year brings the hope of possibilities and a fresh start, and many of us make New Year’s resolutions and share them with others. We vow to lose weight, to spend more quality time with family, or to volunteer more often. Some resolutions we accomplish and others we don’t. Still, there is joy in the dreaming. You can make your resolutions SMART: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound. ...BUT, the concept is to NOT think of one particular thing that you'd be doing changing, or doing differently, or basically what you'd be giving up. But, to take on a New Year's Resolution approach to more as a THEME for the year. 

. . .Therefore, this assignment is for you to create a poster of your New Year's resolution by using either Google Drawings, Canva, Google Slides, Adobe Express, or Photopea. First, you will need to fill out the following "New Year's resolution - 2025" Google Slides below. Then, you'll create your own poster using any of the platforms listed above. Your poster should reflect your THEME for this new year.

This contest is open to California residents in grades K-12. There are five grade categories for awards in both art and poetry: K-1, 2-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12. Entries must have a California coastal or ocean theme. For example, no tropical or arctic settings or species. Art does not need to depict specific places or species, but if it does, they must be California places and species. Meaning, learn about California native species first because a fish is just a "fish," but if it's a recognizable type of fish you need to make sure it's a Californian fish. Also, for example, if you submit a poem about "the beach," please don't submit one about Waikiki Beach. 

Winners will be selected for art and poetry in each of the five grade categories; winners will receive a $100 gift certificate to an art supply store (art), courtesy of Blick Art Materials, or a bookstore (poetry), and tickets to Aquarium of the Pacific, courtesy of the Aquarium. Each winner's teacher (named on the Entry Form) will receive a $50 gift certificate for educational supplies from Acorn Naturalists. In addition, multiple honorable mentions may be selected.  If a poem is a reference to an existing poem (or song, or other work), that poem and poet should be named on the entry. 

Artists should include a short statement of a paragraph or less describing their inspiration for the artwork. If needed, this can be dictated to or translated by the teacher, parent, or other helper. (Please make a note if that's the case, and include the original text if translated.) Any art entry that has been traced from or is a digital alteration of an existing photo or image that was created by someone other than the student is a violation of the competition rules. AI-generated art submissions violate competition rules. If using an image created by someone else (of an animal, for example) as a model for an art entry, student's artwork must be significantly different to avoid plagiarism. No hands other than the student's own should be involved in the creation of artwork. Students may enter multiple pieces but must complete a separate entry form for each one. Winners will be contacted directly and announced on this website by early April. Sign up to receive an email announcement. If a winner, artwork will be kept by the Coastal Commission for approximately one year as part of a traveling public exhibit.

Read the contest guidelines by clicking the link below. Create your art or poetry. Enter your digital artwork for the contest (via email) and post your submission here under this assignment as a .png to receive full points. Please submit your work online no later than January 31, 2025 by 5:00pm.

Click on the link below to start the game

During class students work on completing the STUDY GUIDE attached below and play a Quizizz as a fun way to study before the midterm.

During class students work on completing the STUDY GUIDE attached below and play a Quizizz as a fun way to study before the midterm.

Students digitally Design a Black Friday Advertisement for a target demographic using Photopea. Students first research what they plan to create as their demographic target market by filling out a planning Sheet of their CONCEPT & DESIGN in Google Classroom. Next, students research online to find pictures and then begin on designing their LAYOUT for their advertisement. This project includes students using their prior knowledge of PhotoPea where they are familiar with the following: CREATING TEXT, CREATING & TRANSFORMING SHAPES, PLACING IMAGES, LAYERING MASKS, & ADJUSTING LAYERS.

This project involves students being introduced to digital “cut files” (.svg) in Photopea. Students learn how to design and edit .svg files (scalable vector graphic files). Steps include students tracing their design, converting their design into a vector image, resizing the artboard as needed, fine-tuning their design and exporting their files as .svg files. Students first watch a short video on how to make a layered cross. Students learn how to design and create their own layered cross by downloading .svg files in layers utilizing Photopea. Students will need to brainstorm their design by researching online different .svg cut files for their cross and sketching out their design on paper. For the week, each day students work on designing the layers of their cross for a minimum of 4 layers that will then be cut out in colored cardstock paper. Afterwards, students can adjust their designs if needed. The final project will then be assemble together with foam tape in between each layer. Students have the option to either create a layered cross, or a lighted shadow box. By following the steps, you'll be able to design a layered paper cross in Photopea, export it as SVG files for cutting, and create a beautiful, layered paper craft.

Summary of Steps: 
1. Create a new document and draw the basic cross shape using the Rectangle Tool. 
2. Duplicate and resize the layers to create the depth of the paper layers. 
3. Use the Polygonal Lasso Tool or Pen Tool to add paper-cut effects and jagged edges to each layer. 
4. Convert layers to vector shapes if needed for cutting accuracy. 
5. Export each layer as a separate SVG file for cutting. 
6. Upload the SVG files to your cutting machine software and cut the layers. 
7. Assemble the layers into a 3D paper cross.

As practice, students learn how to use the PEN TOOL and the DIRECT SELECT PEN TOOL in Photopea to trace over logos and shapes to help with their next project of designing cut files. Students are to download the .pdf attached below to then upload in Photopea so that they can trace the shape of each logo and fill in with a different color than the black fill from the worksheet. Students need to export their finished work as a .pdf or .svg (cut file) and upload it into Google Classroom to receive 10 points.

For this lesson, students are to follow along with the directions in the attached Google Slides. Students are to use the free online drawing application of Photopea (https://www.photopea.com/). The objective is for students to use a mouse or drawing stylus, where they explore Photopea's online tools to independently create a dog tracing. Students are to find a free image of a dog, or use one of their own photos to trace over. The canvas will be white and the brush color will be black. Once students have finished tracing over their dog, students need to click on their original picture and click on the eye icon to turn off that layer. Lastly, students need to make their last adjustments on their cartoon dog drawing before they Export and Save as a PNG to upload here under this assignment. Key vocabulary terms include students learning the following: File, Keyboard, Command, Trace, Brush, Eraser, Paint Bucket, Width, Height, Create, and Window.

The visual style of the Atari, Nintendo Entertainment System, Sega Genesis, and early computer graphics influenced — and continue to influence — millions of creative minds. Pixel art draws on that influence of earlier years and brings us nostalgia. Modern graphical resolution is better than anything compared to earlier gaming systems offered, but the particular aesthetics and emotional association of the pixelated style still have appeal. Pixel Art is a form of digital art that focuses on one thing, the humble square shaped pixel. Your computer monitor, or smart phone has a liquid crystal display (LCD). LCD screens are made up of thousands of pixels. Pixels are the tiny squares that change color in response to the image displayed on your screen. If you squint hard enough, you might even be able to see them. When video games became popular in the 1980’s, computer game developers only had a limited number of pixels and colors to work with. These technological limitations are why the 1st, 2nd and 3rd generation of video game characters looked ‘blocky’. For this assignment, you are to design your own pixel art character.

First you will need some graph paper to brainstorm. Then, you will have to decide what character you’d like to create. For example, you can create an emoji or illustrate characters from Star Wars, Pokemon, Minecraft, Mario Bros like Mario or Luigi, Steve from Minecraft, Charizard or Pikachu from Pokémon, Finn, Jake, Princess Bubblegum, Bowser, Ralph from Wreck It Ralph etc. Some picture examples are included below. Next, you will create it digitally with https://www.pixilart.com/draw?ref=home-page or https://www.brik.co/pages/brikbuild (this website does not allow you to save your work though). You also can use Excel Spreadsheets here in G.C.. Please see video attached below. Afterwards, you are to save your design as a as ‘.pixel’ file on their computer and then also download your final image as a ‘.png’ file.

The following instructions are for Google Sheets (Excel Spreadsheet):
To make pixel art you have to:

Sign in to your Google account. 
Create a new spreadsheet and Rename it. 
Resize all cells to form a grid.
Search for spreadsheet pixel art.
Customize your search and filter your results if needed.
Open your selected image in a new browser tab.
Select all the cells in your spreadsheet.
Create a conditional formatting rule for each color in your image.
Check your conditional formatting rules by adding numbers to cells.
Open the conditional formatting rules to see your color values.
Add values to color cells in your spreadsheet.
Complete your image.
Select a custom range for your background.
Add a new rule to set a background color.
Revise the conditional formatting rules to match text colors to fill colors.
Remove the gridlines from your spreadsheet.
Revise the conditional formatting rules to match text colors to fill colors.
Lastly, this is a very time-consuming project. So, please take your time and do your best work. Links are attached below for guidance.

Students learn another way of coloring images by using the tool MULTIPLY layers. Students are to find an image that they will merge with another layer in order to color areas of the image. Students, then right click over their new layer of coloring and click MULTIPLY. Students are to download their saved image and upload it here in G.C. to receive full points.

In celebration for the upcoming Veteran's Day holiday, students make posters to show their appreciation and remembrance as a way to celebrate all that have served for our country. Students can either use Google Slides that they download as a .pdf to open up in Adobe Acrobat Reader to print as a large poster (see attached below). Or, use www.Canva.com to create their Veteran's Day poster.

After students have discussed and observed some famous abstract paintings such as Kandinsky, Mondrian, or Klee, students are to create a digital image that is inspired from abstract artists by using Photopea, or Affinity. Students are to start with using layers by creating a background, then inserting a black and white image that has various shapes and lines that overlap one another. Students are to use different shapes and the function of the MERGE Tool to color in areas/shapes in various colors. Students arrange their COLOR SCHEME positions by adding shadows, highlights and reflections with the use of color. Altogether, students are to create an abstract illustration by being creative with constructing a unique mood and personality.

Students learn how to create beautiful color palettes from images. This worksheet attached below teaches students the use of the EYE-DROPPER tool and the PAINT BUCKET tool. Students need to download the worksheet attached below and upload it into Photopea to complete. Students will use the eyedropper tool to gather colors from the images provided. Then, they will use the paint bucket tool to fill in the black squares below the images with the sampled colors.

In the spirit of Halloween, students are to create a spooky ghost image using Photopea. Steps are attached below.

Color theory is the collection of rules and guidelines which designers use to communicate with users through appealing color schemes in visual interfaces. To pick the best colors every time, designers use a color wheel and refer to extensive collected knowledge about human optical ability, psychology, culture and more. For this assignment, students learn about COLOR THEORY digitally by familiarizing themselves with attempting to complete the following activities in Google Slides. After students finish the slide deck, as a class the answers are discussed together. This assignment is worth 10 points.

Students open files to edit using Photopea as a way to practice saving and applying color swatches to premade vectors with a halloween or fall inspired landscape. Students create a COLOR SCHEME first googling color schemes and picking the one they like. Then, students utilize the RECTANGLE TOOL to create squares (a minimum of 6) to design their own color scheme. Lastly, students utilize the COLOR PICKER TOOL to fill in their halloween scene.

Students learn how to create a digital Color Wheel by downloading the .pdf file attached below and opening up in Photopea (or in Affinity, or Photoshop). Students have the choice of either using the COLOR PICKER TOOL, or the Magic Wand and Brush tools in order to color inside the appropriate color to create a Color Wheel. Students will create all the colors of the Color Wheel in Photopea as a way to learn and label correctly a color wheel. Students are to use the Color Wheel within the program, or download the example below. Students will need to also add text to label their color wheel. 

Steps include the following: (1). Selecting each area with the Magic Wand tool, (2). Selecting a Brush tool, (3). Adjusting the brush size, as needed, (4). Adding colors to each section of the color wheel using the Color Panel, and (5). Creating the appropriate label of each color.

Students learn to use the BRUSH TOOL, SPOT HEALING BRUSH, CLONE TOOL, & TEXT TOOL by clicking on the following links attached below. to utilize the basic tools in Photopea. Students need to download all files in Photopea in order to illustrate utilizing all tools and then upload into G.C. to receive credit. Afterwards, students take a short assessment on what they’ve learned on how to edit and use the tool within Photopea. 

Students learn the basics of photo editing their photos using Photopea (a program similar to Adobe Photoshop). Students learn some shortcuts of saving and editing photos (see attachments below) and then place their edited photos in a Google Doc, or in Google Slides. Students will have to open up their own photos to click and drag them into Photopea so that they can edited them and then download them by saving them in a folder. This way, students can then place their photos by clicking and dragging. Students can open their image into a Google Doc or Google Slide presentation also by clicking “Insert” > “Image” > “Upload from computer” to allow to open an image from a folder that it was saved in. For inserting photos in a Padlet, students will need to create a post first, then click on the “...” (three dots) to select “Pick file from your device” to select the photos to insert. For this assignment, you are to upload your picture before and after you’ve utilized all the editing tools in Photopea.

Also, you will demonstrate your ability to take a Screenshot using your Chromebook. Please do a Google Image search for Mary Star of the Sea High School and Screenshot your results to upload here.

After students have learned some of the basic introductory understanding about Photopea, students will use their knowledge and understanding about digital art to create a simple name graphic. Students will illustrate a simple design from their understanding of color theory, typeface, and the element of contrast. Attached below are step-by-step instructions.

Photopea is a web-based online editor that works similar to Photoshop and can support the process of photo editing reasonably well. It combines all of the essential tasks into a single tool. For image editing and graphics creation, we don't require a separate tool. It's a professional editor with extensive features. JPG, PNG, RAW, Sketch, PSD, and other standard file formats are supported. It comes with various essential editing tools, like selection tools, layers, layers mask, blend, marquess, and so on. Photopea is accessible in both paid and free variants. The subscription edition includes more services and is ad-free. The following are some of Photopea's most essential features:
It's a tool that allows you to work with layers,
It has a color fill tool with many strokes and settings,
It has a simple design, much like any other picture editor,
It has a grid that aids in the alignment of image objects,
Brushes in cylindrical and pattern shapes are supported,
Using Photopea, we can make animated GIF images and videos,
Text can be added to a shape with this tool,
Your assignment is to compete the Search & Seek Worksheet in finding the following basic tools: MENU BAR, PROPERTY TOOLS, LAYER AREA, HISTORY AREA, MOVE TOOL, SELECTION TOOL, LASSO TOOL, MAGIC WAND, GRADIENT, TEXT, and RECTANGLE TOOL.

Lastly, at the end of class please submit your exported files of what you created on Photopea.  Please remember to rename the file using the class naming conventions:

LastNameInitial_PhotopeaDay1

As introduced in class, the nine principles of digital citizenship are: Digital Access, Digital commerce, Digital Communication & Collaboration, Digital Etiquette, Digital Fluency, Digital Health & Welfare, Digital Law, Digital Rights & Responsibility, and Digital Security & Privacy. This assignment is part research and part digital art project. You are to first research each term to fill in the worksheet attached below and then pick one of the principles to create a poster in Canva or Adobe Express for Education.

As a way to promote good citizenship and appreciation of American heritage and history, students will learn about the JUNIOR AMERICAN CITIZENS COMMITTEE CONTEST, its rules, and what it entails. Students start off by brainstorming on the board the types of entries (Art Contest Contest - which includes creating a poster, stamp design, photo essay, banner, or digital media. The Creative Expression Contest - which includes creating a poem, short story, or graphic novel/comic. Or, the Community Service Contest - which can be individual, or a group of three or more members for entry). Deadline to submit work to committee is November 1st. But, in class it will be by October 20th in order to mail in entries. Please see the worksheet below for more information.

THEME: “Sailing with the Stars and Stripes to Celebrate the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps."

Note: Students may only submit an entry in one category.  ”

Students create a cube, sphere and shapes utilizing www.Pixlr.com. Students pick one of the attached documents below to download and upload into www.Pixlr.com 

Optional:
Students can create a Still Life composition with 3 forms or more (Cylinder, Sphere and Cube). See picture attached below.

Students utilize Pixlr or Photopea to illustrate a dimensional SPHERE formed from a flat circular shape by following the steps attached below. This includes students learning to create layers (Base, Shadow, Core Shadow, Highlights, Reflected Light and Cast Shadow) to create a realistic sphere.

The following Google Slide attached below is completed in class as an activity for students to illustrate their knowledge and understanding of illustrating The Element of Art: VALUE (in a digital format). Students fill in the worksheet utilizing their paint features with the appropriate shade for the designated number. First, students are to complete the cube on the left side with one color of their choice and then complete filling in with various shades of the one color to color in the male face. Students need to fill in the same shades for the same numbers that are on the cube. Next, students need to create different shapes by using the Polyline Tool in order to be able to fill in their sections with the Paint Bucket Tool. Once all values are filled in, please submit a picture here in Google Classroom to receive points.

This is a class activity where you are to complete digital puzzles that are called Tangrams attached below in Google Slides format. You are to complete each tangram puzzle by fitting the different shapes into each animal template WITHOUT CHANGING THE SIZE OR SHAPE. There are a total of five Tangrams altogether. This assignment is to help you recognize various shapes, as well as, to enhance your spatial reasoning. It helps to fine tune your hand and eye coordination and better your drawing skills. Please complete each tangram in order for me to give you full points.

This project is designed by creating different shapes utilizing Google Drawings to illustrate a mosaic. You are to transform an image (i.e.: an object, animal or scene) into various colored shapes to create a stained glass effect from a picture you've chosen online. Some examples are below with directions for guidance. 

Basic steps include: 
Creating a Google Drawing and setting up the background to be black by right clicking inside the canvas. 
Next, inserting your photo that you chose to transform by clicking the "insert image" button and choosing a photo. 
Thirdly, you are to use any of the "Shape" tools or the "Polyline" tool to cover the image with quadrilaterals, triangles, or any other shapes that help fit the desired picture. Once a shape is made, you can use the "color fill" button to choose a color to fill in as a solid, or can even choose as well a variety of gradients. You need to leave some space in between your shapes so that the black background can show through. Basically, creating a black outline around each shape. When filling the color in each shape try to match the portion of the image that it is covering on your picture. 
Lastly, click on your inserted image to then delete the original image so that you just have your colored glass over the black background completing your stained glass art. Post your original photo along with your new stained glass image here in Google Classroom to receive full points.

This is a class activity where you are to complete digital puzzles that are called Tangrams attached below in Google Slides format. You are to complete each tangram puzzle by fitting the different shapes into each animal template WITHOUT CHANGING THE SIZE OR SHAPE. There are a total of five Tangrams altogether. This assignment is to help you recognize various shapes, as well as, to enhance your spatial reasoning. It helps to fine tune your hand and eye coordination and better your drawing skills. Please complete each tangram in order for me to give you full points.

Students create colorful Mandalas that illustrate various patterns from lines and shapes digitally drawn. Students have the choice to utilize programs like Canva, SketchUp, or GIMP. Some tools used to create these designs may include using the various other painting features that use brush-based tools (i.e.: Pencil, Paintbrush, Eraser, Airbrush, Calligraphy Brush, Clone Tool, Smudge Tool, Dodge Tool, as well as Ink tools) to design a very detailed colorful Mandala.

Students create an digital Optical Illusion by using www.Pixlr.com to draw using color to create contrast in their design. Students view different optical illusions in class and then create an Optical Illusion Composition by using the website www.pixlr.com by following steps on the Optical Illusion Worksheet attached below. This project introduces students to using Complementary Colors, Contrast, using the Shape Tool, Color Picker, Layers, Arrange Tool & Fill Tool.

Students design a prototype sticker sheet by sketching ideas down as a way to brainstorm and then testing out their sample of Die-cut stickers using clear tape and wax paper. Directions are to design ideas with teacher approval. Next, color in and add to any of the designs on the worksheet. Draw in the box at the bottom with at least 3 sticker ideas. Make sure to color in with markers, colored pencils and fine-tip sharpies. Then, cut out and stick on clear tape over the wax paper to then reapply another layer of clear tape and cut out completed stickers.

How to design and print your own die cut sticker using www.Canva.com
You can either start off by choosing a free sticker template from Canva's large library of designs, and adjust to your idea. Or, you can or start your own design with a blank template. First off, if you upload your own images, illustrations, graphic elements, or just adjust a pre-made one of Canva's, you only need to add a few effects to create a die cut sticker.

Steps include: 
Clicking on your image, to then click "Edit." From the "Edit" selections you'll see several filters. 
You'll need to click on the "Shadow" effect. 
Then, adjust "Transparency." 
After that, you'll need to click "Outline" and adjust the size so that you have an outline around your design (whether it be a picture or font as well). Make sure to then click the color to white instead of keeping it black. 
Then, you're done designing your first sticker! You'll need to design several stickers to fill an entire page. So, start getting creative! ...Don't forget to save your designs, then click the "Share" button to download it and then upload it into Google Classroom to submit your work. To preview your design, click on the “Download” button and select “PDF Print” from the dropdown menu. In the PDF options panel, make sure that the “Trim Marks” and “Bleed” options are selected. This will add crop marks and bleed to your design, which will help the printer align and cut your design accurately. I will print your full page out and cut the sheet of stickers out with my Cricut die cutting machine for you.

Students learn to create a LINE DRAWING using Google Drawing to create an abstract poster. Students choose their favorite actor, musician, athlete, or fictional character to digitally trace (with the scribble tool) and then erase their reference picture. Lastly, adding abstract shapes and colors in the background to complete their poster. Follow the steps below in the attached Google Slides for guidance.  

As practice prior to students completing their LINE DESIGN PROJECT, students are to open up the following Digital LINE Drawing Techniques Worksheet below and use CHROME CANVAS to digitally draw the various lines illustrated. To do this you would have to open up a new browser and type: https://canvas.apps.chrome/


First, students are to draw all of the following lines within the small boxes on the left side of the worksheet: hatching, cross-hatching, short dashes, stippling, wavy, scumbling/scribbling and make up six of your own invented designs. Next, students are to use these techniques to apply to the following geometric objects. This includes selecting your own light source. Students are to also apply at least 3 different tones of light, medium and dark within their geometric objects. Practice first by drawing the 3 straight lines in the middle of the worksheet. 

Lastly, students find their own object (i.e.camera, can soda, etc.) to apply what they've learned in how to illustrate digital lines for their final LINE DESIGN PROJECT.

Students utilize www.BeFunky.com website to upload their own selfie to create a cartoon of themselves. Steps for students include: Choosing a photo of themselves, Uploading the image, adding or adjusting effects of the photo, saving the photo and uploading the image into Google Classroom.

If you spend any time on social media, you’ve probably come across a meme or two. Memes are images or videos captioned with text to express an idea, be humorous or are an inspirational thought. Students are to create a meme for either classroom rules/procedures, new vocabulary learned, or as a fun post in their social media. Students are to choose a famous work of art that they connect with to create a "Meaningful Meme" utilizing Google Drawings or Adobe Express. 

Instructions to follow if using Google Drawings include:

Choose a topic for your meme. 
Click link below. 
Sign in with your Google account. 
Create a new drawing (by clicking the plus sign) and Name it.
Create a border around your Meme.
Write a caption with Word Art.
Resize your canvas to an 8" x 8" square canvas.
Before sharing your work, follow these steps to give access to your file: Open your Google Drawing file from your Google Drive.
Click "Share" in the upper right corner and add my email address ([email protected]). Make sure to click on the small arrow to allow me to have "Editor" access.
Click "Done."
*As an extension for next day:
Insert a GIF.

The following Elements of Art & Principles of Design Worksheet is attached below. These worksheets are a way to introduce The Elements & Principles of Design by reviewing key vocabulary terms and then illustrating your understanding by inserting a picture for each term visually on the worksheets. You will be using the CANVA website (link attached below) to fill in the definition to define each term and then insert a picture that accurately signifies each term in their appropriate box.

Students create WORD CLOUDS to promotes ideas on "What is Digital Art?" ...and "What is Graphic Design?" to then post their answers in www.Padlet.com to discuss in class. These interactive word clouds are generated to promote ideas by visually representing the topic of Digital Art and Graphic Design. It allows students to draw attention to key words and phrases so that students can easily absorb information better presented in a visual format. Students are to submit their work here in Google Classroom in order to get it printed out in color and put in their portfolios.

As a way to assess students at the beginning of the year in order to organize lesson plans, students take a pretest to illustrate knowledge of digital art by clicking the Quizizz link below.

Review the Course Policy requirements attached below. A copy was handed out in class. Please return the signed syllabus (with your signature and one parent or guardian signature) in class to me, or via Google Classroom in order to receive 5 points. This will stay on file for the entire school year as documentation that you have read, acknowledge, and understand the requirements of this course, as well as, are willing to adhere to all course policies of Mary Star of the Sea High School.

As a way to assess students at the beginning of the year in order to organize lesson plans, students take a pretest to illustrate knowledge of digital art by clicking the Quizizz link below.

Students are introduced to Digital Art vocabulary terms by circling the words on the list as they search for them in the word search. 

As a way to assess students at the beginning of the year in order to organize lesson plans, students take a pretest to illustrate knowledge of digital art by clicking the Quizizz link below.

This assignment is for the class to create an amazing Spotify playlist as a means of building a good classroom environment while we work in art. Therefore, everyone needs to participate! Please click on the blank Google Doc attached (on the top right) and input at least 20 songs, or more. This way, all your requests are anonymous! There will be no shaming of anyone in class by their music choices, or shaming of any particular genre. ...Only positive vibes in the art room! :)

Please list the SONG NAME & the ARTIST:
All songs are to be school appropriate,
Songs that have an "E" for "Explicit" are not allowed,
Not all "Clean Version" songs are necessarily clean. Please double check your choices since I will be checking as well,
Submit this document so that I can add your songs and give you full points!

Create a Google Slide that represents what makes you so very special or unique. First, you will need to access Applied Digital Skills by clicking the link below, signing in (top right), click "I'm a student" and then enter the "Class Code" for the lesson.

Class Code: s97syv

For this assignment you will complete the following:
 Introduction to Introduce Yourself in Google Slides attachment,
Choose a Background for Your Slide,
Add Images and Text That Represent You in Your Slide demonstrating effective design with graphics and creativity. (Personal Identity, Interests, Achievements, Aspirations, Community Involvement, Academic Strengths, Future plans, Advice Column, Favorites List).
Animate Your Slide,
Add on to Your Slide,
Add Speaker Notes,
Import Your Slide Into a Class Presentation.