Art

A lab fee is required for Art classes. Fee rates are approved by the Board of Education and are subject to change.

Fundamentals of Drawing I                                                                                                   

Course Number: 8320 

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

The course will focus on the basic skills of drawing such as simple perspective, accurate proportions, composition, and tonal values using pencil, charcoal, and other drawing materials. Projects will include still life studies of objects, landscapes, people, personal expression, and creativity.

Fundamentals of Drawing II                                                                                                   

Course Number: 8325

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem.

Credit: 1/2 credit

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Fundamentals of Drawing I

This course is an extension of the skills developed in Fundamentals of Drawing I. Students will be introduced to more complex drawing techniques such as 2 pt. and 3 pt. perspective as well as more observational/life drawings with an emphasis on total development.

Fundamentals of Drawing III                                                                                                  

Course Number: 8330

Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                             

Length: Sem.

Credit: 1/2 credit

Prerequisite: Drawing I and Drawing II

This course further develops drawing skills and techniques learned in Fundamentals of Drawing II and I. Students will be challenged with more complex techniques/subject matters. Students will be working more independently than in previous drawing courses, choosing medium and theme of most projects.

AP Studio Art /Drawing                                                                                                         

Course Number: 8265

Gr: 11-12                                                                                                                      

Length: Yr. 

Credit: 1 credit 

This course is designed for the serious art student who wants to pursue a career in art. Students will work independently with teacher supervision to create an AP Drawing portfolio consisting of approximately 30 pieces of artwork. Students should expect college level work and assignments.

Photography                                                                                                                          

Course Number: 8340

Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                             

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Students will study digital photography as an art form and what goes into good composition. Students will understand the operation of a digital camera and photography editing software. Also, there will be short study of the history of photography. Students must provide a minimum of a 3.5 mega-pixel digital camera. There will be additional fees for photo paper based on individual usage.

Photography II                                                                                                                                

Course Number: 8341

Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                                      

Length: Sem.

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Photography I with a grade of “C” or better

In Photography II students will build upon what they learned in Photography I. Students will submit project proposals and spend the semester building a portfolio. As students start to master Photoshop they will be granted new creative freedoms.                                                                                                                                      

Art I                                                                                                                                       

Course Number: 8205 

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Art I covers basic art skills. This includes instruction in media, techniques, and the elements and principles of art. Students will explore art criticism, art history, studio production, and aesthetics.

Art II                                                                                                                                      

Course Number: 8210 

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Prerequisite: Art I or permission of instructor

Art II is the 2nd semester of the art major program. This course is a continuation of the skills offered in Art I.

Beginning Ceramics                                                                                                              

Course Number: 8270

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Beginning Ceramics offers the student an opportunity to work in clay to establish techniques and principles in both hand-built and wheel-thrown ceramic forms. This course also includes preparation of clay, decorative qualities, and glazing.

Ceramics II                                                                                                                            

Course Number: 8271 

Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                             

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Beginning Ceramics or Instructor Approval

Ceramics II will offer students an opportunity to advance their skills in design and form, and strengthen their skills in hand building and advanced wheel techniques.

Ceramics III

Course Number: 8272

 Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                             

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Ceramics III allows the opportunity for students to strengthen conceptual and technical skills in the realm of ceramics. From learning the firing processes to understanding the components of glaze, students will be challenged to not only participate in the media but actually facilitate their learning and studio processes. The students will also be asked to explore self guided themes and ideas to encourage divergent thinking. 

Beginning Painting                                                                                                                

Course Number: 8280 

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                          

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Beginning Painting includes media and techniques in various methods of painting. Students learn watercolor painting, tempera painting, and acrylic painting. History of painting is included in instruction.

Painting II                                                                                                                              

Course Number: 8281 

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                         

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Beginning Painting.

Painting II students will learn new techniques and build on skills learned in Beginning Painting. Students will have more freedom of choice in projects and materials. Students will continue to explore new ideas and the history of painting.

Painting III                                                                                                                                       

Course Number: 8282

Gr: 10-11-12                                                                                                                      

Length: Sem.

Credit: 1/2 credit

Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of Painting II.

Painting III is an advanced option for students who have taken Painting II and I. Students will have more freedom of choice in projects and materials. Students will learn advanced painting techniques.

Graphic Design 

Course Number: 6800                                    

Gr: 9-10-11-12                                                                                                                   

Length: Sem. 

Credit: 1/2 credit 

In this course, students will be exposed to programs and processes used in Graphic Design. They will concentrate on basic elements and principles of design and use the design process to solve design challenges. Students will be exposed to hands-on printing techniques when they design their own  t-shirt as well as computer software in the Adobe Design Suite during various computer-based design projects.