JH Fine Arts - Art Courses
Art
The junior high art program offers students opportunities for creative growth and expression through various methods of study and exploration. Students are encouraged to exhibit their work during the school year. A fee may be charged to cover costs of materials for optional art projects beyond the minimum requirements for each course.
The following are courses that CANNOT be taken in the same semester.
8142 Introductory Art 7/8 cannot be taken in the same semester as 8143 Ceramics 7/8
8144 Introduction to Sculpture Design 7/8 cannot be taken in the same semester as 8145 Drawing and Painting 7/8
8145 Introduction to Digital Photography 7/8 cannot be taken in the same semester as 8149 Intermediate Digital Photography 7/8
Introductory Art 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8142 PEIMS: 03154210
Prerequisite: None
Endorsement: None
Drawing, painting, printmaking ceramics, sculpture, fibers, photographic imagery, and electronic media are the processes used to express personal thoughts and ideas creatively in this survey course. Students will learn through study of perception, art methods, cultural/historical relationships, and evaluation. This course provides the foundation for all other junior high art courses and is recommended for those students who plan to take art for their required fine arts course in high school. (This course cannot be taken in the same semester with Ceramics 7/8). FEES MAY APPLY.
Drawing and Painting 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8145 PEIMS: 03154310
Prerequisite: Introductory Art
Endorsement: None
More advanced techniques in drawing and painting give students an opportunity to explore a variety of visual effects. Personal expression, technical skill development, and understanding artists’ styles and techniques from the past and present, careers, and critical evaluation are integrated into each unit of study. (This course cannot be taken in the same semester with Introduction to 3D Design 7/8). FEES MAY APPLY.
Intro to Sculpture 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8144 PEIMS: 03154310
Prerequisite: None
Endorsement: None
Intro to Sculpture involves creating sculptural art forms by modeling, carving, and assembling materials. Students may use a variety of materials including paper, clay, wood, metal, and found objects to learn about the processes. In addition, students will study the historical and cultural significance of selected artists and will learn to make informed judgments about their own work and the work of other artists. (This course cannot be taken in the same semester with Drawing and Painting 7/8). FEES MAY APPLY.
Ceramics 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8143 PEIMS: 03154210
Prerequisite: None
Endorsement: None
Ceramics includes study in clay modeling and hand building techniques to form more advanced ceramic art objects. Planning, creative design and problem solving are emphasized. Students will study the historical and cultural significance of ceramic art forms from around the world. (This course cannot be taken in the same semester with Introductory Art 7/8). FEES MAY APPLY.
Art 1 - Advanced 8
Grade: 8 Credit: 1
RISD: 8135 PEIMS: 03500100
Prerequisite: 7th Grade Art at West
Endorsement: A&H
West Jr. High Arts & Technology Magnet ONLY
Art 1 is the first course in the high school art sequence. It is an exploration of the basic techniques in design, drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture, with emphasis on creative problem solving. Students will develop an understanding of the creative process by examining and discussing works of art from various cultures and periods. Career opportunities are introduced. FEES MAY APPLY.
Introduction to Digital Photography 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8148 PEIMS: 03154110
Prerequisite: None
Endorsement: None
Apollo Junior High, Liberty Junior High, and Westwood Junior High ONLY
Students learn about the camera and photographic digital media, composition, and taking and editing photographs. They explore the elements of art and principles of design and digital media. FEES MAY APPLY.
Intermediate Digital Photography 7/8
Grade: 7, 8 Credit: 0 – one semester
RISD: 8149 PEIMS: 82950149
Prerequisite: Intro to Digital Photog.
Endorsement: None
Apollo Junior High, Liberty Junior High, and Westwood Junior High ONLY
In this course students will learn advanced techniques and methods while using the camera and photographic digital media, composition, and taking and editing photographs. They will explore the elements of art and principles of design and digital media. The students will develop a portfolio of their artwork. FEES MAY APPLY.