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π fulfills a specific COURSE graduation requirement
π« Advanced Placement (AP) Course
β Honors course
π Pre-requisite course(s) must be completed first
S1: Semester 1 Only
S2: Semester 2 Only
Sem: Semester course offered semester 1 or semester 2
FY: Full Year Course
Q: Quarter Course (must choose 2* or 4*)
*May be in different departments
Department Chair: Jordyn Roemer
jroemer@aacps.org
This course provides the foundation for the visual arts high school program of study. Students will experience a variety of media and processes while exploring two- and three-dimensional art problems in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media. Critical and creative thinking skills will be integrated into all studio experiences.Β
Drawing & Painting
With a focus on drawing, painting, and mixed media, these courses will further your ability to create realistic works of art on a flat surface. Realism and abstraction are taught. More advanced classes focus on refining skills and preparation for AP Drawing.Β
Photography/Graphic Design
Learn to take better pictures AND edit them to improve quality and stylize. Students will improve composition skills and photo editing skills. Advanced lighting techniques and special effects explored in upper levels. Work with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create digital artworks.Β
Sculpture
With a focus on clay, 3D design, and additive and subtractive methods of sculpture making, these courses will further your ability to explore art in the round. more advanced classes focus on refining skills and preparation for AP 3D Art & Design.Β
A COLLEGE-LEVEL opportunity to create personal art that INSPIRES and CHALLENGES you. Emphasis on INDIVIDUAL GROWTH and VISION, with a community focus on improvement. This is a FULL YEAR COURSE where you will CREATE 10-15 finished works of art, learn to create stronger CONNECTIONS between your IDEAS and how you can express them VISUALLY, and how to WRITE about your artwork. A classroom community of CREATIVE THINKERS and MAKERS. Please speak with an ART teacher before signing up!
If you love drawing, painting, printmaking, or mixed-media art (analog or digital) and you are interested in exploring using different tools and mark-making techniques to convey an idea or emotion
If you artwork emphasizes composition to express your ideas (think principles of design, linear techniques, etc) Can include photograph, digital art, drawing, painting, mixed media, all flat artworks.
If you love working hands on with your art materials to create 3D works of art. Working three-dimensionally may include using clay, mixed media, wire/metal, paper, and much more
For more detailed information about course descriptions, please visit AACPS 2023-24 High School Program of Study