AP Art and Design courses are for motivated students interested in the study of art beyond high school. The program demands significant commitment. Students should be self-motivated and able to work on assignments outside regular class their previous work. 

The AP Art and Design program is based on the production of a portfolio. This can be developed in any of the following areas: 2D Design, 3D Design, or Drawing. An AP 2D Art and Design portfolio can include photography, digital media, drawing, painting, collage or any other 2D still media that focuses on the layout and design of the image. An AP 3D Art and Design portfolio would include all sculpting 3D media and mixed media. An AP Drawing portfolio focuses on the “mark-making” of the artist such as the ability to render textures, form, colours and lines in various painting and drawing media. 

Art Studio Inquiry 12 is designed for Grade 12 students who have already taken Art 12, Digital Art 12, or 3D Art 12 and want to continue with an advanced, self-directed art experience without submitting an AP Art & Design portfolio. Students will develop an inquiry question to guide a portfolio of six works across the year, focusing on either 2D, 3D, or motion/film according to their interests and artistic growth. This will culminate in a major project demonstration or display. Assessment is ongoing and based on their portfolio development, design process, and culminating showcase.