Prerequisite: NoneGrade Level: 9-12Semesters: 1Credits: 0.5 Introductory survey and analysis of the visual arts – painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, printmaking, and crafts – to acquaint non-art majors with basic aesthetic concepts: media, technique and function; elements and form; genres; stylistic
Studio Art (AP)
Prerequisite: Pass a minimum of three art courses with a “C” or higher or with instructor approval. This course may be repeated once with instructor approval. Grade Level: 11-12 Semesters: 2 Credits: 1 This year-long course is for the serious
Sculpture
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will come into contact with a variety of concepts, techniques, and materials using the elements and principles of art as a framework. Students will fashion ideas into finished three-dimensional works
Painting
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will learn traditional techniques and explore a variety of creative and experimental approaches, including oils, acrylics, and watercolors. Drawing, composition, color, design, and surface effects will be emphasized as tools
Jewelry
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will be introduced to the basics of jewelry with an emphasis on the elements of three-dimensional design. This course provides the basic knowledge necessary to design and create your own
Illustration
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will continue their study of drawing, with emphasis on decorative, informative and commentary.
Advanced Drawing
Prerequisite: Drawing with a grade of “C” or better Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will continue to evaluate life drawings and refine skills acquired in Drawing I. The students will also experiment with various modes of drawing,
Drawing
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will learn techniques to transfer a thought, reproduction, or real-life setting onto a two-dimensional surface by the use of different types of drawing instruments. Students will build skills through observational
Advanced Digital Media
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or better in Digital Media Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will build on skills learned in Digital Media, with continued exposure in the areas of digital imaging and design. This course is
Digital Media
Prerequisite: None Grade Level: 9-12 Semesters: 1 Credits: 0.5 Students will learn to use computers and other digital approaches as tools for creating art. This class uses a variety of professional computer imaging software and hardware such as scanners and