Art
If you are interested in PBL courses, please see the Project Based Learning Academy page that can be found here.
These courses also satisfy Elective requirements. Exploring Visual Art and Drawing I are the entry level courses for all subsequent art courses.
EXPLORING VISUAL ART
FAA-3020
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
Identify and apply the elements and principles of design through a variety of media such as drawing, printmaking, sculpture, painting, and collage; utilize design vocabulary.
DRAWING I
FAA-3030
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 9-12
Develop entry level drawing skills; demonstrate the use of measurement guides and proportion; produce value scales; work with shading; study composition, and explore techniques in a variety of media.
DRAWING II
FAA-3040
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Drawing I, Open to grade 9-12
Students experience advanced drawing techniques using wet and dry mediums. You will be expected to perform at an advanced level to draw such assignments as figure, portrait, landscape, still life, as well as a variety of other observational and imaginative subjects. This is not a beginning level course.
3-D DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION I
FAA-3050
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Exploring Visual Art or Drawing I, Open to grade 9-12
Create 3-dimensional sculptures in plaster, clay, and other media using additive and subtractive techniques. Explore hand built clay construction, wheel thrown pottery and glazing techniques.
3-D DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION II
FAA-3060
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: 3-D Design and Construction I, Open to grade 10-12
Students will have an opportunity for advanced independent study in ceramics and/or sculpture.
Develop the skill of critiquing and accepting criticism of work; present a portfolio of advanced work.
PAINTING I
FAA-3080
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Exploring Visual Art or Drawing I, Open to grade 9-12
Students will study and use variety of media including watercolor, acrylics, and water-based inks. They will demonstrate painting and composition techniques; apply color theory, utilize 2-D and 3-D formats, and recognize artists and styles from various movements in history.
PAINTING II
FAA-3090
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Painting I, Open to grade 10-12
Students will set independent goals in one or more media/styles of painting. Students will utilize color schemes, demonstrate color mixing and express knowledge of selected media/styles. They will be responsible for additional study of art history, and present a portfolio of advanced work demonstrating personal growth and increased understanding of selected media.
PHOTOGRAPHY I
FAA-3130
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 10-12
Students will explore the use of a camera, darkroom, and digital techniques as a tool for expressions. Black and white along with colored photography will be the focus of this course. Students will understand the camera body parts and functions, available light, exposure, basic darkroom techniques, the history of photography, utilization of the elements and principles of design, demonstrate skills in photocomposition, analyze, appreciate good photography, and explore photographic career opportunities.
PHOTOGRAPHY II
FAA-3240
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Photography I, Open to 10-12 grade
This course is an extension of Photography I. It advances the students’ skills in digital photography and includes the study of art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and the elements and principles of design. Students will build a portfolio and explore photographic career opportunities. This course is lab-oriented, but may require textbook reading and classroom assignments.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
FAA-3250
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit | This course will fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement.
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 10-12
Analyze and create graphic designs through primarily computer-based projects including photo editing, logos, package designs, posters, collages, vector illustrations, and animations. Students will incorporate typography guidelines and the elements and principles of design into their graphic designs. To create their designs, students will use the software programs Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Recommended for students with intermediate computer skills who know how to copy, cut, paste, change fonts, font styles and font sizes, edit and insert graphics.
GRAPHIC DESIGN II
FAA-3260
Length/Credit: One Semester, One hour, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: Graphic Design
State Approved CTE course and meets SD High School graduation requirement.
Advanced Graphics students will use their knowledge from Graphic Design to explore advanced tools in the Adobe design software. Students will further their design skills through projects incorporating illustration, package design and interactive design. Advanced Graphics students will also work with area professionals on projects, explore design-related careers, and visit with college representatives about future opportunities in design.
INTRODUCTION TO ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS
CTA-3010
Length/Credit: One Semester, Two hour block, 1 credit | This course will fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement. Please see CTE: A\V Technology and Communication section for full course description.
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 10-12
Location: Offered at CTE Academy only
This course will fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement. Please see CTE: A\V Technology and Communication section for full course description.
Students will research, edit, write, produce, narrate and host audio/video projects, operate television studio equipment and learn to manage multiple media formats. Students will acquire skills necessary to produce programs that inform, entertain and persuade. This introductory media course enables students to understand and critically evaluate the role of media in society. Course content includes investigation of visual images, printed material, and video and audio segments, various techniques for delivery of a particular message, and creation of a media product.
ART INDEPENDENT STUDY I
FAA-4010
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: All art course offerings exhausted in area of study, Open to grade 11-12
This is an individualized studio course which requires advanced skill. Students should contact the teacher prior to registering for this course.
The student and instructor will determine areas of study, goals and assessment criteria at the time of registration. Focus will be on a specific medium approved by the instructor; produce a portfolio of work and experience self-assessment; display work to peers and public.
ART INDEPENDENT STUDY II
FAA-4020
Length/Credit: One Semester, 0.5 credit
Prerequisite: All art course offerings exhausted in area of study Open to grade 11-12
This is an independent study for advanced students.
The student and instructor will determine areas of study, goals and assessment criteria at the time of registration. Establish goals based on previous work; accomplish goals and demonstrate proficiency; produce a portfolio and display work.
AP STUDIO ART: DRAWING
FAA- 5011/5012
Length/Credit: One Year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 11-12 | AP Studio Art: Drawing Drawing I is recommended.
Students are expected to take the AP exam.
Students will have the option of submitting one of three different portfolios-Drawing, 2D Design, or 3D Design-each based upon different skills mastered and concepts addressed in college-level foundation courses. Therefore students will need to select one of the above.
This course is are designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. The learning experience is equal to that of an introductory college course in studio art. AP Studio Art is not based on a written exam; instead students submit portfolios for an end-of-year evaluation to the AP College board based on breadth, quality and concentration. Portfolios include required examples of work representing the student’s exploration of media and self expression. Students will need to work in and outside the classroom to complete the required portfolio. College credit may be earned with the completion of the portfolio and evaluation. (Establish goals based on previous work; accomplish goals and demonstrate proficiency; produce a portfolio and display work.)
AP STUDIO ART: 2D DESIGN
FAA-5021/5022
Length/Credit: One Year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 11-12 | AP Studio Art: 2D Design Exploring Visual Art is recommended.
Students are expected to take the AP exam.
Students will have the option of submitting one of three different portfolios-Drawing, 2D Design, or 3D Design-each based upon different skills mastered and concepts addressed in college-level foundation courses. Therefore students will need to select one of the above.
This course is designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. The learning experience is equal to that of an introductory college course in studio art. AP Studio Art is not based on a written exam; instead students submit portfolios for an end-of-year evaluation to the AP College board based on breadth, quality and concentration. Portfolios include required examples of work representing the student’s exploration of media and self expression. Students will need to work in and outside the classroom to complete the required portfolio. College credit may be earned with the completion of the portfolio and evaluation. (Establish goals based on previous work; accomplish goals and demonstrate proficiency; produce a portfolio and display work.)
AP STUDIO ART: 3D DESIGN
FAA-5031/5032
Length/Credit: One Year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None, Open to grade 11-12 | AP Studio Art:3D Exploring Visual Art and 3D Design & Construction I is recommended.
Students are expected to take the AP exam.
Students will have the option of submitting one of three different portfolios-Drawing, 2D Design, or 3D Design-each based upon different skills mastered and concepts addressed in college-level foundation courses. Therefore students will need to select one of the above.
This course is designed for students who are seriously interested in the practical experience of art. The learning experience is equal to that of an introductory college course in studio art. AP Studio Art is not based on a written exam; instead students submit portfolios for an end-of-year evaluation to the AP College board based on breadth, quality and concentration. Portfolios include required examples of work representing the student’s exploration of media and self expression. Students will need to work in and outside the classroom to complete the required portfolio. College credit may be earned with the completion of the portfolio and evaluation. (Establish goals based on previous work; accomplish goals and demonstrate proficiency; produce a portfolio and display work.)