Intro to Art (9-12) (Full Year)

Intro to Art will cover a wide array of art media and techniques throughout the year.  This class will give students a glimpse of everything that CHS has to offer in the art department.  In this class students learn different drawing techniques, painting practices, pottery lessons, and a mix of other fun projects such as, but not limited to, paper mache, printmaking, book binding, and assemblage.

Ceramics (10-12) (One semester) (Prerequisite: Intro to Art)

This class will include the ceramic portion from the former Mixed Media II class, as well as much more! We will be expanding on methods learned in the Intro Class to make larger scale projects. We will also be using the throwing wheels, where you will learn how to make a plate, cup, and bowl. In this class we will also take time to learn about different cultures and how ceramics have been used, assembled, and decorated throughout history.

Drawing (10-12)  (One semester) (Prerequisite: Intro to Art)

This class will combine the drawing portions of the former Drawing and Painting II and III classes. We will begin by learning how to draw the human figure. During this time, we will be working primarily with pen and ink. During the second half of the semester we will explore techniques with colored pencil, charcoal, and chalk pastels.

Mixed Media (10-12) (One semester) (Prerequisite: Intro to Art)

This class will include the mixed media portion of the former Mixed Media II class, as well as much more! Students will spend the semester exploring a variety of media such as, but not limited to, textiles, paper art, large scale sculpture, printmaking, and glass work! With many lessons, we will explore the history behind the media. 

Painting (10-12) (One semester) (Prerequisite: Intro to Art)

This class will combine the painting portions of the former Drawing and Painting II and III classes. We will begin by learning how to paint with watercolors through a variety of techniques. The second half of the semester will shift to oil paint. We will learn how to properly use them, and we will also learn how to build and stretch our own canvas. During this time, we will also explore different art styles. 

Advanced Art

Advanced Art Studio (11-12) (One semester) (Prerequisite: Intro to Art and 3 additional art classes)

Students need to have basic knowledge of the media covered in all of the Drawing and Painting and Mixed Media classes. The course is project based, emphasizing original, creative ideas. Students will be given a wide variety of projects to choose from. Every four to five weeks students will complete one of these pre-approved projects of their choosing. Higher level artwork will be expected in this class. The class may be repeated for credit.