ART 1

COURSE NUMBER: 6005

6 periods – 1 credit

Grade: 10, 11 & 12

Prerequisite: NONE

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

In this course the student will develop two-dimensional art production techniques using a variety of media. The student will apply the elements and principles of art to their pictorial designs and compositions. Art history, criticism and aesthetics will be studied through critiques and assessment. Portfolios will be developed and career options explored.

Course offerings for 10th & 11th grade Art 1 students who want to continue studying art at NPHS:

• • Art 2 (5.0) - Students must earn a C average or above in Art 1

  • Portfolio Prep (6.0) - Students must earn an A average in Art 1 with portfolio submission and teacher recommendation.

  • AP Studio Art (6.5) - Drawing - Students must earn an A average in Art 1 with portfolio submission and teacher recommendation.

  • AP Studio Art (6.5) - Design - Students must earn an A average in Art 1 with portfolio submission and teacher recommendation.

Additional Art Courses without prerequisites:

• • AP Art History (6.5) - No prerequisites

  • Ceramics 1 (Minor 4.0) - No prerequisites

  • Computer Animation 1 (5.0) - No prerequisites

  • Design & Illustration (Minor - 4.0) -  No prerequisites

  • Digital Photography 1 (5.0) - No prerequisites

  • Graphic Design (5.0) - No prerequisites

  • Sculpture (5.0) - No prerequisites