Rutland Northeast Visual Arts Curriculum

The RNESU Visual Arts Curriculum is written in four groupings under the umbrella VT Standard ,
Vital Result 1.16 Artistic Dimension. It includes: Skills Development, Making Connections, Approach To Work, and Reflection & Critique.


ELEMENTS & PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN:
FOCUS AT EACH GRADE LEVEL

Kindergarten-First-Second...Shape & Line

Third Grade...Color & Form

Fourth Grade------Space

Fifth Grade------ Texture/Pattern

Sixth Grade------Value

Seventh Grade------Principles of Design-balance, rhythm, movement, pattern

Eighth Grade------Principles of Design-contrast, emphasis, unity
LET'S DANCE
Kieth Haring was an American artist and social activist whose work responded to the NYC street culture.  His imagery has become widely recognized for it's energetic style.
PEN & PAPER COLLAGE "HARINGLIKE" PROJECTS BY 7TH GRADE
FOCUS ON MOVEMENT AND PATTERN