Art
Beginning Art:
During this foundation course in the visual arts, students will develop artistic and critical thinking skills through a wide array of creative and fine arts processes. Based on the National Core Arts Standards and the CA Frameworks for the Visual and Performing Arts, students will create and present original art works using 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional media, both traditional and emerging. Students will respond to artistic work created by others to interpret meaning and connect ideas within their societal, cultural, and historical contexts. As part of their study, students will develop their individual artistic portfolio and sketchbook.
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Advanced Art:
This course is designed for students who wish to continue their studies of the visual arts at a more in-depth level and build on the Art course. The studio focus will be on creating and presenting artwork with 2-dimensional media, both traditional and emerging. Students will continue to refine skills and art techniques while beginning to develop their own artistic style. Students will deepen their societal, cultural, and historical knowledge of the arts by analyzing, interpreting, and relating that knowledge and personal experiences when making artistic works. Studio projects will require students to work at a more independent and mature level and will culminate in a portfolio of their artwork and sketchbook.