Artist Statement
Conclusion.
Student Art show.
Student # 1(see findings chart )
Student #8 (see chart under findings)
Student # 2 (see Chart under Findings)
Student # 3 (see chart under Findings)
Student # 6 ( see chart under Findings)
During my research, I observed my students create their artist statements, by using the methods I gave them and using methods of their own. While they were creating their statements and looking at the scores of their final drafts, I noticed that the students were more successful when they used 3 or more of the methods I provided for them, like the brainstorming chart , and/or word wall.
In conclusion students artists' statements were more successful after building vocabulary, brainstorming ideas, writing a rough draft and revision. This is not about the writing process, but the student planning and being aware of their artwork and what it represents to them and how they can internalize their visions.
What I have learned......
I would like to extend this process throughout all of my classes. I am thinking of starting small with my freshman, for example building the word wall with vocabulary that describes all different types of art. This will get my students started in the right direction for being able to talk about art, therefore later better preparing them to write about it. Installing these small tools will make them more comfortable writing artist statements when they become juniors and seniors.
By doing this research project it has opened my eyes to the capabilities my students in art and I have risen my expectations of my students and of myself as a teacher.