This course covers the basic methods and materials of art beginning with an understanding of the elements of design. Students explore various materials and applicable techniques. The course is designed to allow students of all skill levels to explore, plan, modify, reflect, and communicate through the use of image, word, and symbol. 

In order to encourage students to become global citizens, course content is based on the Colorado Academic Standards of:  visual observation and comprehension, reflection through oral and written critique, art creation through invention and discovery, and also visually relating and connecting through transfer.  

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Design II is a continuation of Design I with the introduction of more creative problems and methods. Projects may include perspective drawing, illustration, painting, and three-dimensional design. Design II serves as a prerequisite for some advanced studio courses. 

In order to encourage students to become global citizens, course content is based on the Colorado Academic Standards of:  visual observation and comprehension, reflection through oral and written critique, art creation through invention and discovery, and also visually relating and connecting through transfer. 

For more information: 

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Lucy Sparrow, The Felt Cornershop, 2014

This following list of artists is great starting place, but please check out the other suggested websites as well to find more artists and inspiration!

• Lucy Sparrow

• Bisa Butler

• Clare Youngs

• Yayoi Kusama

• Kay Walking Stick

• Amy Sherald

• Do Ho Suh

• Detour

• William Wegman