Skip to main content
iRubric: Graffiti for a Cause rubric

iRubric: Graffiti for a Cause rubric

find rubric

edit   print   share   Copy to my rubrics   Bookmark   test run   assess...   delete   Do more...
Graffiti for a Cause 
Graffiti Art; 8th Grade
Students will create graffiti piece that illustrates a cause that is personal to them. It will include a word, symbol and a background.
Rubric Code: N69366
By BothHandz
Ready to use
Public Rubric
Subject: Arts and Design  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Project
Graffiti Design
  5 points

5

(N/A)

4 points

4

(N/A)

3 points

3

(N/A)

2 points

2

(N/A)

1 points

1

(N/A)

0 point

0

(N/A)

Font Choice
1 pts

Demonstration that instructions and concepts are understood.
5 points

*The student completed a font or symbol in an appropriate amount of time.
*They elevated the design of their font or symbol by adding dimension, color harmonizing, and character. (Elements and Principles of Design)
*The overall design is outstanding!
4 points

*The student chose a font in an appropriate amount of time and it is obvious that they considered the elements and principles as they worked.
3 points

*The student chose a font in an appropriate amount of time and they drew more than a single line.
2 points

*The student attempted to choose a font, but was wasteful of time.
1 points

*Student made little or no attempt to choose a font other than basic lines.
0 point

*The student did not do the project.
Symbol
1 pts

demonstration of visual image into the final composition
5 points

*The student went above and beyond and making a connection between their symbol, background, and font.
*They added a symbol that connects to the theme of their piece and heightens the interests in the final composition.
4 points

*The student added a symbol that connects to the theme of their piece. *It is obvious that they added the symbol with specific intent.
3 points

*The student added a symbol to their design.
*The connection between layers could have been pushed.
2 points

*The student added a symbol. It is satisfactory, but the lack of planning is evident.
1 points

*The student did the minimum with their finished piece. The symbol doesn't connect to the theme or add to the piece.
0 point

*The student did not attempt to use a symbol.
Background
1 pts

Demonstration of building a Background layer
5 points

*Outstanding depth added to the piece by concentrating on a background that supported the font and symbol.
4 points

*The student did a great job adding a background that complimented their final design.
*It did not dominate the piece and added to the overall theme.
3 points

*The student added a background layer.
*The background has interesting areas, but is lacking connection to the other layers.
2 points

*The student added a background layer.
*It could have been improved upon with little effort.
1 points

*The student put forth little effort to come up with a background.
0 point

*The student put forth no effort to use a background.
Color
1 pts

~Layered Color
~Consideration to a dry media technique: burnish, gradation (tonal or color)
~Color Harmony: Monochromatic, Cool, Warm, Analogous, Triad, Complimentary, Split-complimentary
~Contrast
5 points

*The piece demonstrates a terrific understanding of color choice, color harmonies, and technical application of color.
*Outstanding color choice and use of color to build layers.
4 points

*The student did a nice job considering the color and contrast within layers.
*The piece demonstrates a basic understanding of color choice, color harmonies, and technical application of color.
3 points

*The student added color and began to consider contrast.
*The colors contrast, but are missing a color harmony or connection to colors in their piece other than what felt good.
2 points

*The student added color and began to consider contrast.
*It lacked a true connection to a color harmony and had some errors in craftsmanship.
1 points

*The student added color, but little effort was put into the combination of colors and the technical application.
0 point

*The student did not add color.
Craftsmanship
1 pts

~clean layering of color
~word or font is clear
5 points

*The student demonstrated a terrific understanding of clean craftsmanship.
*The piece has not smudges, rips or unclear areas.
*Each layer supported the other.
4 points

*The student demonstrated an understanding of craftsmanship.
*The piece is evidence of time used wisely.
3 points

*The student began to demonstrate an understanding of craftsmanship.
*There are areas where little effort could have improved the final piece.
2 points

*The students demonstrated a consideration to craftsmanship.
*It is missing the clean edges and definition.
1 points

*The student created a final graffiti piece with poor craftsmanship.
*Smudges, smears, and it is difficult to understand the difference in layers.
0 point

*The student did not finish.
Other:
1 pts

~Time Management
~Attitude
5 points

*The student put forth extraordinary effort to complete the project.
*Used class time extremely well- with a positive attitude throughout.
4 points

*The student put forth a good amount of effort to complete the project.
*Used class time well- with a positive attitude .
3 points

*The student put forth the effort required to complete the project.
*Used class time well most of the time.
*Was distracted at times, which hindered their completion time in class.
*Attitude had a tendency to hinder their work at times.
2 points

*The student put forth some effort to complete the project.
*Used class time, but was distracted or distracting at times.
*The student was not open for teacher inut. They could have had a better attitude.
1 points

*The student was off task throughout class, which had a major effect on the completion of their design.
*The student had a poor attitude throughout.
0 point

*The student put forth little or no effort to finish the project; used class time poorly.
Research based content
1 pts

Using information from class student created a piece of work based on research and their feelings about a cause personal to them.
5 points

*The student went above and beyond to create a thoughtful position piece on graffiti. They made 3 or more specific references to research from class with no errors.
4 points

*The student worked hard to create a thoughtful position piece on graffiti art. They made 3 or more specific references to research from class with very few errors.
3 points

*The student made an effort to create a position piece on graffiti art. They made 1 specific references to research from class.
2 points

*The student attempted to create a position piece on graffiti art but more could be done.
1 points

*The student made little attempt to create a position piece.
0 point

*The student did not create a position statement.
Written Critique
1 pts

Student completed a written critique of a classmates work.
5 points

Students critique was completed using at least 2 or more full sentences for each question. Thought and effort was evident in ALL answers.
4 points

Students critique was completed using at least 2 or more full sentences for each question. 8 or more questions were answered with complete sentences. Thought and effort was evident in most answers.
3 points

Students critique was completed using at least 1 or more full sentences for each question. 5 or more questions were answered with complete sentences. Thought and effort was evident in most answers.
2 points

Students critique was completed using at least 1 or more full sentences for each question. 3 or more questions were answered with complete sentences. Thought and effort was evident in a few answers.
1 points

Students critique was completed with minimal effort. Complete sentences were not used. Work was sloppy.
0 point

The student did not submit a written critique or did below minimal work.





Types:

Discuss this rubric




Do more with this rubric:
Preview

Preview

Preview this rubric.
Edit

Edit

Modify this rubric.
Copy

Copy

Make a copy of this rubric and begin editing the copy.

Print

Print

Show a printable version of this rubric.
Categorize

Categorize

Add this rubric to multiple categories.
Bookmark

Bookmark

Bookmark this rubric for future reference.
Assess
Test run

Test run

Test this rubric or perform an ad-hoc assessment.
Grade

Grade

Build a gradebook to assess students.
Collaborate

Collaborate

Apply this rubric to any object and invite others to assess.
Share
Publish

Publish

Link, embed, and showcase your rubrics on your website.
Email

Email

Email this rubric to a friend.
Discuss

Discuss

Discuss this rubric with other members.
 

Do more with rubrics than ever imagined possible.

Only with iRubrictm.


Copyright © 2024 Reazon Systems, Inc.  All rights reserved.
n98