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Charcoal

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A dry, black drawing material made from burnt wood, used for sketching and shading.

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Perspective

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A technique in drawing/painting to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface.

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Typography

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The art and technique of arranging type for graphic design.

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Relief Printmaking

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A printmaking technique where the image is carved into a surface; raised areas are inked.

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Intaglio

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Printmaking technique where the image is incised into a surface, ink is held in grooves.

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Aperture

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The camera lens opening that controls the amount of light entering.

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Carving

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Sculpture technique of cutting away material to create form.

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Casting

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Pouring a liquid material into a mold to harden into a shape.

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Installation Art

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Three-dimensional works designed to transform a viewer’s perception of a space.

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Wheel Throwing

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A pottery technique using a spinning wheel to shape clay.

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Weaving

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Interlacing yarns or fibers to create fabric.

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Soldering

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Joining metal pieces together by melting a filler metal.

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Performance Art

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Live art where the artist’s actions become the artwork.

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Electronic Imaging

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Creating images using computer technology and software.

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Video Art

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Artistic works created using moving images and video technology.

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Curatorial Decisions

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Choices about how artworks are displayed (lighting, placement, sequencing).

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Portfolio

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A collection of an artist’s work used to show skills and development.

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Public Art

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Artworks created for and displayed in public spaces.

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Elements of Art

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The building blocks: line, shape, color, texture, form, space, value.

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Principles of Design

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Guidelines for arranging elements: balance, contrast, rhythm, unity, etc.

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Contrast

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A principle of design that stresses differences between elements.

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Ideation

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The process of forming ideas or concepts for artwork.

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Critique

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A structured evaluation of an artwork to improve and reflect on it.

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Artistic Process
Cycle of planning, creating, revising, and reflecting in artmaking.
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Drawing
Creating images with pencil, charcoal, ink, using shading and hatching.
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Watercolor
Transparent painting medium using water-based pigments.
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Acrylic Paint
Fast-drying, versatile paint medium.
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Oil Paint
Slow-drying paint that allows blending and layering.
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Relief Printmaking
Printing process where raised surface areas are inked and pressed.
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Intaglio Printmaking
Ink sits in carved or etched lines of a surface.
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Lithography
Printing using oil and water resistance on a stone or metal plate.
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Screenprinting
Forcing ink through a mesh stencil onto paper or fabric.
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Additive Sculpture
Building up material to create form (e.g., clay).
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Subtractive Sculpture
Removing material to reveal form (e.g., stone carving).
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Digital Media
Art created using computers, photography, or animation.
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Textiles
Art forms such as weaving, embroidery, and fabric design.
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Elements of Art
Line, shape, form, color, texture, value, space.
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Principles of Design
Balance, contrast, rhythm, unity, emphasis, proportion, movement.
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Composition
The arrangement of elements in an artwork to guide the viewer's eye.
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Creative Process
Brainstorm, plan, experiment, revise, and present.
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Sketchbook
A tool for recording ideas, experimenting, and planning artworks.
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Portfolio
Collection of an artist’s work showing growth and achievement.
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Ventilation
Ensuring airflow when working with paints, glazes, or solvents.
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Protective Equipment
Using gloves, goggles, aprons to stay safe.
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Chemical Storage
Proper labeling and storage of art materials.
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Digital Safety
Respecting copyright, fair use, and privacy when using digital art.
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Peer Critique
Students give and receive feedback to improve art.
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Collaboration
Working with others, such as designers or architects, on projects.
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STEAM
Integrating art with science, technology, engineering, and math.
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Visual Storytelling
Using art to tell narratives connected to history or language arts.
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Math in Art
Use of symmetry, geometry, and proportion in design.
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DBAE
Discipline-Based Art Education; focuses on art production, history, criticism, and aesthetics.
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Project-Based Learning
An instructional approach where students create projects to learn concepts.
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Studio Approach
Hands-on artmaking as the primary method of instruction.
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Differentiation
Adapting lessons for diverse learners and special needs.
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Formative Assessment
Ongoing feedback to guide improvement during learning.
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Summative Assessment
Final evaluation of learning outcomes at the end of a unit or project.
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Michigan Visual Arts Standards
State-level standards for teaching art.
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National Core Arts Standards
National framework guiding arts education.
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Fine Artist
Creates original works of art for exhibition or sale.
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Graphic Designer
Creates visual content for communication and branding.
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Animator
Creates moving images through drawings or digital tools.
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Art Educator
Teaches art concepts, techniques, and history.
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Curator
Manages art collections and organizes exhibitions.
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Art Therapist
Uses art as a form of therapy to support mental health.
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Copyright
Legal protection of original creative works.
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Fair Use
Limited use of copyrighted materials for education, research, or critique.
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Plagiarism
Using someone else’s work without giving credit.
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Cultural Appropriation
Use of cultural symbols or imagery without respect or context.
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Art Advocacy
Promoting the value and importance of the arts in schools and communities.
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NAEA
National Art Education Association, a professional organization for art educators.
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MAEA
Michigan Art Education Association, supports art educators in the state.
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Continuing Education
Workshops, conferences, and courses to expand professional skills.
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Digital Portfolio
Online collection of student or professional artwork.
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3D Modeling Software
Programs like Blender or Tinkercad used to design in 3D.
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Intellectual Property
Legal rights over creations of the mind, like art or inventions.
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