The weight of categories in my class is a little bit different compared to other subjects. This is because the work we do in an art class is mostly in-class projects.
Grading Homework I check students' homework two ways.
I ask students to turn in their sketchbooks and I flip through all of the pages (this will usually happen on Thursdays or Fridays).
I walk around from table to table in class asking to see their work. This is primarily to allow students to turn in late work.
Work is considered late if the student did not have it during the regular sketchbook check, or if they did not turn in their sketchbook at all. I allow students to turn in late homework, but for one grade lower than the work would receive if it was on time.