Final Projects

Final Project Guidelines and Timelines

The Art Show is May 16th and 17th. You will need to have your project submitted to me by May 15th!

The final quarter requires you to do three things:

1) Demonstrate proper and effective sharpening techniques (1 tool = Adequate / "C" level work; 2 or more tools = above and beyond / up to "A" level work.

2) Complete one or more new projects from the list below, or, negotiated from a sketch, to a plan with Mr. Zartler. The simplest projects may be Adequate; more complex or multiple projects are required in order to earn an "A."

3) Submit one or more quality pieces to the Art Show. The pieces do NOT need to be for sale in the show. However, pieces may be offered for sale; proceeds of sales will be split 50% / 50% with the Woods program (or all proceeds may be donated).



You may choose from among several options for your final project:

1) The most advanced option is to create a finger jointed box. This box could become a tool box / tote, or it could become a keep sake box. (A less challenging option is would be to make an open box.) Most students seeking to earn an "A" will pursue this option.

2) You could also create another toy or cutting board. If you work quickly, this could be done in time for the Art Show! You won't be learning new skills for such a project (unless you make a more challenging piece than you did before. Default grade here is B or higher depending on quality of work.)

3) If you are not prepared to challenge yourself as much you might choose the most basic 3A) key holder, 3B) coat hook, or cup holder. These projects can also be made much more challenging and worthy of a higher grade if they are made with more care; sophistication; thought; and challenging woodwork. (Base grade for simple work C; all grades possible; make a design and let's discuss!)

You may have enough wood for free to make a moderate sized box (say up to 16"x 6"), and can, if you want something bigger get more for me at a low cost.