Mixed Media Arts

OPEN TO GRADES: 10-12

PREREQUISITES: Art Skills (A) or Art Skills (B)

LENGTH OF COURSE: Fall Semester

CREDIT: 0.5 Credit/Elective

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course will offer in-depth exploration of techniques and new ways to see, use, and interpret multiple materials. Students will create multi-directional compositions with a variety of materials, paint, images, found objects, and ink painting. This course is designed to give students a wide variety of art making experiences and allows students to continue to explore various visual art forms and techniques through the elements and principles of art and design. Students will produce original artworks and learn skills and techniques associated with a variety of art media. Both traditional and non-traditional approaches are taught. Many projects may include ordinary objects that can be transformed into creative works of art. An art journal will be maintained as part of the artistic process.