Prerequisite: None, Open to all grades 9-12

Beginning Visual Art is a fundamentals course that offers a basic introduction to elements of art, principles of design, media, color theory, art concepts/techniques, and history of art. It provides experiences in several different mediums, art criticism and art appreciation.  This course is a foundational course and a prerequisite to advance to the higher level visual arts courses. 

Semester 1: Drawing 1

Semester 2: Painting 1

Essential Standards and Clarifying objectives addressed:

B.V.1 (.1 – .4) Use the language of visual arts to communicate effectively.

B.V.2 (.1 – .3) Apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression.

B.V.3 (.1 – .3) Create art using a variety of tools, media, and processes, safely and appropriately.

B.CX.1 (.1 – .5) Understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts.

B.CX.2 (.1 – .4) Understand the interdisciplinary connections and life applications of the visual arts.

B.CR.1 (.1 – .2) Use critical analysis to generate responses to a variety of prompts.

PROGRAM POLICY: It is important to understand that continuing in the visual arts program takes commitment, responsibility and drive, in addition to creativity.  Therefore, students who receive a final first semester/final average of C/70 or lower will be recommended to re-take the course before having an opportunity to advance in the program the following year.

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