Junior High Art

Daniel Daniel

Mr. Daniel Joseph Daniel loves art, music, animation and studying world cultures. An Arizona native, Mr. Daniel graduated from Northern Arizona University with degrees in French and Art Education.

Before coming to Coloma Jr. High, Mr. Daniel taught in Arizona and in Cameroon in Africa. As a teenager, Mr. D lived and studied in Japan and France.

When he is not in the classroom, Mr. D loves attending music festivals with his family. He also enjoys playing in his band- the Deep Fried Pickle Project, with Mr. Selvidge, another Coloma Art teacher.

Art Classes

Throughout the course of the year, art students use a variety of media to enhance skills and develop creativity. We approach Art from a different angle each trimester.

First Trimester focuses on 2D "Flat" media such as basic drawing and painting, collage, and cartooning. Students also study design and composition, color theory and basic traditional art elements.

In Second Trimester, students work in the 3D realm. Sculpture, Ceramics, Textiles and Assemblage techniques are explored.

Third Trimester studies graphic design, lettering, photography and architecture, among other concepts. Students will also explore the relationship between art and technology.

Throughout the year, in each trimester students will learn animation techniques by creating animated films in Coloma's new CASL Classroom- Coloma Animation Studio Labs. Art History and appreciation will be featured during each trimester as well. All Students create and maintain an artist portfolio of their completed projects.

Those who wish to experience all of the units should elect Art for all three terms.

Recommended ITEMS

One 3 Ring Binder (any color), with a “clear view” type cover
Ten #2 Pencils, 1-2 Erasers                                                       
Four permanent black markers ( two fine tip,  two ultra fine)                                           
Three paint brushes- (the smaller the tip, the better!)                  
One pair of scissors                                          
One set of blank 4 by 6 index cards, blank on one side, if possible  * First Trimester only
OPTIONAL ITEMS
Small bottles of acrylic craft paint- Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, White; glue sticks; Set of Artist Pencils; Pencil Sharpener, ruler, colored pencils