ART DEPARTMENT
TEACHERS
Evangeline Abbott
eabbott@tolland.k12.ct.us 860-870-6818 ext. 10073
Art Foundations Drawing Painting
Extra Studio Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
Michele Roe
mroe@tolland.k12.ct.us 860-870-6818 ext. 10072
Photography Pottery Sculpture AP Studio Art
Extra Studio Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
COURSES
Art Foundations
Can be taken anytime, but suggested for Freshmen. This is a great introductory course to learn a variety of art media, criticism, and art history.
Drawing
Prerequisite: Art Foundations.
This class is for those who want to develop their observational and non-observational drawing skills, gain experience with drawing media, and prepare for Painting.
Painting
Prerequisite: Art Fdtns & Drawing
Students will continue to develop their two-dimensional skills while they learn how to use Watercolor, Tempera, Acrylic, and Oil paint. Students will develop a personal voice and aesthetic.
Photography
Art Foundations is strongly recommended before enrollment. This class teaches students about the elements of photography through a series of content-based lessons. This course is entirely digital, student will also learn how to use Photoshop.
Pottery
Art Foundations is strongly recommended before enrollment. Pottery is a fun, engaging course for those who like to work with their hands. Students learn handbuilding and sculptural techniques, and get an introduction to the Pottery wheel.
Sculpture
Art Foundations is strongly recommended before enrollment. Sculpture teaches students to think outside the box as they find solutions to three-dimensional challenges using a variety of traditional and unconventional materials.
AP Studio Art
AP Studio Art is for students interested in pursuing art at the college level, or those who want to develop a portfolio of individual artwork. Student must take Art Foundations, Drawing, and Painting before enrolling, must be willing to present a portfolio and statement before enrollment, and will need to be able to meet deadlines and work independently. This course prepares and guides students to create a visual investigation with written pieces that will be submitted to CollegeBoard for AP credit.