This course is designed for the beginning art student. It is an introductory course that combines the study of art history, basic art elements/principles and art production. Artwork created includes mainly 2-dimensional artworks and some 3-dimensional artworks. This course focuses on developing basic drawing skills, as well as introducing a variety of art mediums. Projects and art mediums studied in this course are graphite, colored pencil, acrylic paint, hand-built pottery, cardboard sculptures and oil pastels. Students are required to participate in weekly sketchbook assignments and create an art portfolio.