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Visual Arts Course Descriptions
Visual Arts Course Descriptions
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VISUAL ARTS I -- BEGINNING
This course is a basic introduction to various art media incorporating the study of the design principles. It includes hands-on experience with drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, and sculpture. The study of art history is also introduced as it is incorporated with studio projects. A sketchbook with assignments is required.
VISUAL ARTS II -- INTERMEDIATE- Prerequisite: Visual Art I
This course is an in depth study of various media with emphasis on creativity and craftsmanship. A review of design elements is involved. Drawing, painting, and ceramic techniques are stressed along with art history. A sketchbook with assignments is required.
VISUAL ARTS III -- PROFICIENT HONORS- Prerequisite: Visual Art II
Heavy emphasis is placed on perfecting and expanding drawing, painting, and sculpture skills. Students are introduced to basic visual design techniques. Students design independent projects which are based on the study of art history and the elements of design. A sketchbook with assignments is required.
VISUAL ARTS IV -- ADVANCED HONORS- Prerequisite: Visual Art III
This course is designed as an independent study. Students and the instructor work closely in selecting assignments and projects which will continue to inspire creativity and perfect art skills. Emphasis is placed on independent learning and self-exploration of art media and art history. A sketchbook with assignments is required.
AP ART HISTORY (NCVPS)
The AP Art History course welcomes students into the global art world to engage with its forms and content as they research, discuss, read, and write about art, artists, art making, and responses to and interpretations of art. By investigating specific course content of 250 works of art characterized by diverse artistic traditions from prehistory to the present, the students develop in-depth, holistic understanding of the history of art from a global perspective. Students learn and apply skills of visual, contextual, and comparative analysis to engage with
a variety of art forms, developing an understanding of individual works and interconnections across history. Students enrolled in this course will take the College Board Advanced Placement test in the spring.
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