Drawing and Painting
Drawing and Painting Course Overview
Drawing and Painting II is for students who have successfully completed Drawing & Painting I and wish to learn on a more advanced and independent level. In this course, students will develop technical skills in drawing and painting and will work alongside peers to complete projects, sketchbook assignments, and build confidence in induvidual artistic expression. Students will learn to SEE the world as an artist, employing the elements of art and principles of design to create well-crafted and thoughtful works of art. Class activities include: exercises to explore materials, focused practice and structured open ended projects that allow for the development of your unique style and artistic voice. Upon completion of the course, students will have compiled a digital portfolio as evidence of their progression.
Art Elements Review
Students will review the Elements of Art and Principles of Design before beginning all major projects that will include more creative freedom and media exploration.
Artwork by Nikka V.
Pen and Ink
Students will be introduced to ink as a medium to create expressive line artworks. Students will create pen and ink drawings that have a variety of line weights and textures. Students will learn how to create value by using different line drawing techniques and will use their sketchbook to practice drawing from direct observation.
Artwork by Ms. McGrath
Portraits
Students will learn how to the draw eyes, nose, mouth, and measure all facial proportions accurately. Students will learn about the structure of each facial feature and how to properly shade them. Students will select a photo of a loved one who has passed or personal hero to draw. Students will apply their prior knowledge of drawing facial features and facial proportions and will use the grid method to complete their portrait.
Artwork by Talya L.
Acrylic Painting and Color Theory
Students will learn the fundamentals of mixing acrylic paints and color theory. Students will learn foundational skills in acrylic painting, techniques, and how to create specific color palettes that they will apply in different painting projects.
Artwork by Holly H.
Monochromatic Landscape
Students will create a painting on canvas of a landscape using only one color and tints and shades of that color. Students will use a reference image of a landscape to complete their project.
Artwork by Natalie W.
Abstract Painting
Students will learn about abstract art and the movement of abstract expressionism. Students will use texture and masking tape techniques to create an abstract, non-objective acrylic painting. Students will develop and use a color scheme for this painting.
Artwork by @ArtfulIdeas
Master Artist Ceiling Tiles
Students will work collaboratively to create large acrylic paintings inspired by famous artists. Students will be expected to complete a portfolio that will include research of the artists, rough sketches, compositions, in-progress photos, and lettering designs for their ceiling tiles.
Artwork by Student