Art

625 - Sculpture 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12  

A hands-on intro to 3D art. Experiment with a variety of materials—traditional and unconventional—to create sculptures while developing basic design skills. You’ll explore your creative style, problem-solve, and try out new ideas through hands-on projects.

Student Testimonial:

• "I would recommend Sculpture 1 if you like working with art and also if you like working with your hands. You get to work with your own creativity and make pieces of art that make you proud. I think it is a very informative, fun class if you stay on top of your work."

626 - Sculpture 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Sculpture 1 (3D Design 1)

Build on your Sculpture 1 skills with more advanced techniques and bigger creative challenges. Work with both traditional and unexpected materials to develop a personal style, solve design problems, and explore themes such as portraits, recycled art, installations, and social issues.

Student Testimonial:

• "Sculpture 2 is more independent than Sculpture 1. It is really interesting to find your own ways to make your sculpture. The class gives you plenty of creative flexibility. I would recommend this class for people who may not want to learn the same thing the whole term, since you get to explore a variety of new subjects. Overall, the class is an unforgettable experience you may not get a chance to do outside of high school."

633 - Digital Photography 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Learn how to take strong, meaningful photos using digital cameras. Explore composition, lighting, and manual settings while practicing storytelling through images. You'll experiment, reflect, and find your creative voice.

634 - Digital Photography 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Digital Photography 1

Go deeper into camera skills, editing, and creative decision-making. Develop a personal photographic style while strengthening composition and exploring advanced editing tools.

638 - Digital Photography 3: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Digital Photography 2

Create more individualized, professional-level photography. Explore studio/natural lighting, advanced editing, and portfolio building. Study contemporary photographers and complete various projects, including product shots, portraits, landscapes, and conceptual work.

689 - Narrative Film Production: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

This course introduces the basics of video production with no prior experience required. Students learn to plan, film, and edit short videos while developing skills in visual storytelling, creativity, and collaboration.

617 - Drawing 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 / [Watch Drawing 1 Course Video]

Develop realism and technical mastery through charcoal, pastel, and pencil. This course emphasizes observational skills, creative risk-taking, and the evolution of your personal style.

Student Testimonials:

• "I took Drawing 1 during my junior year, and I could not be more thankful that I did! Not only did we gain exposure to countless styles and cultures, but we also learned what it means to be an artist: to try new things, grow from mistakes, support one another (not compete), be okay with less-than-perfect, and so much more. This class is for anyone, regardless of prior experience/knowledge. It offers a smooth transition into high school-level art while supplying you with tools you can use in all areas of life, such as problem-solving, time management, and helpful/constructive feedback skills." 

• "Drawing 1 class was a class like no other. We practiced new styles and experimented with the elements of art, exploring the Effects of gravity. One of my goals was to get rid of (3-years-worth) of artist’s block. In the first class ever, it disappeared instantly. I was passionate about this class."

618 - Drawing 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Drawing 1

Elevate your technical skills and critical thinking by exploring personal themes and self-expression. This course emphasizes advanced composition, design principles, and a reflective approach to tracking your artistic growth.

619 - Drawing 3: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Drawing 2

Transition from voice to vision. Through research and experimentation, students answer the core questions of their craft to produce a cohesive, individual body of work.

620 - Advanced Drawing: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Drawing 3

Move from technical rendering to conceptual mastery. This AP-prep course uses research and peer debate to challenge artistic decisions. Students will explore complex themes through interconnected works, cultivating the disciplined inquiry needed for a professional portfolio.

629 - AP Drawing Art and Design + Design Portfolio: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grades 11-12

Prerequisite: Advanced Drawing (C+ or better in Advanced Drawing recommended)

Students develop a College Board–approved AP Drawing portfolio through a sustained investigation of personal ideas. The course emphasizes strong drawing skills, concept development, written reflection, and maintaining a digital portfolio. Students are prepared to submit the AP Drawing portfolio exam.

606 - Graphic Design 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Graphic Design shapes the world around us. In Graphic Design 1, students learn core design principles while creating original work using Adobe Photoshop. They explore digital drawing, typography, photo editing, and posters. It’s a hands-on course that builds creativity and problem-solving skills.

Student Testimonials:

• "Graphic Design 1 is a great class for people who love art and want to design creative pieces of work in print and digital form. In this class, we also have the opportunity to use Photoshop to create amazing pieces of artwork. Graphic Design 1 features numerous engaging projects, including surrealism, line drawing, and a poster project. For all of these projects, we have to brainstorm ideas and turn them into reality. I loved Graphic Design 1 because I got to explore new concepts and ideas, bringing them to life in my head. This class encouraged me to be creative and have a positive mindset." 

• "Graphic Design 1 is not only a fun class to enjoy. It's a class that requires skill, and it translates to the real world as well. My favorite aspect of the class was how creatively it allowed me to be. With a few techniques, everyone can make vastly different, amazing pieces of art depending on the project. One of my favorite projects, the line project, taught me to use Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom drawing tablet to create a beautiful scene. I find myself using Adobe Photoshop for projects in and out of school to this day."

607 - Graphic Design 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12 

Prerequisite: Graphic Design 1

Graphic Design 2 helps students refine their skills and artistic voice through projects using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Students create professional, real-world designs, such as logos, typography, and client-based work, preparing them for college programs or careers in graphic design.

Student Testimonial:

• "Graphic Design 2 a class for all students wishing to continue their designing in Photoshop. It is a very welcoming environment. The projects in this class are manageable for students, and there is ample time to complete them. It is a great community to be in during the school day and is a good way to complete your art credits."

608 - Graphic Design 3: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Graphic Design 2

This advanced course combines graphic design with additional art forms, featuring projects such as product design, motion graphics, printmaking, and other creative endeavors. Students study contemporary artists, develop a personal style, and prepare for Advanced Graphic Design, college programs, or design careers.

604 - Advanced Graphic Design: 2 Term / 2 Credits, Grades 10-12 

Prerequisite: Graphic Design 3 or Digital Photo 3

Students move beyond technical skill toward conceptual mastery through research, critique, and peer discussion. This AP-prep course challenges artistic decision-making as students explore complex themes through interconnected two-dimensional works. Students combine traditional and digital media while developing a personal style through experimentation and mini investigations, preparing them for AP-level work and careers in graphic design, visual communication, illustration, photography, and advertising.

605 - AP Graphic Design + Design Portfolio: 2 Terms /2 Credits, Grades 10-12 

Prerequisite: Advanced Graphic Design

Students develop a College Board–approved AP 2D Art and Design portfolio through a sustained investigation of personal ideas using two-dimensional design principles. The course emphasizes visual communication, composition, concept development, written reflection, and the maintenance of a digital portfolio. Students are prepared to submit the AP 2D Art and Design portfolio exam.

613 - Painting 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Painting 1 helps students build observational skills and explore their creativity. This beginner course covers the elements of art, color theory, and painting techniques using tempera, acrylic, and watercolor media. Students experiment with various subjects, such as still life, landscapes, and portraits, while reflecting on their creative process.

Student Testimonial:

• "Painting 1 is a really fun class to start high school. You get to explore your abilities with different materials."

614 - Painting 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grade 9-12

Prerequisite: Painting 1

Painting 2 helps students develop a personal style. Students explore deeper concepts, such as personal stories, world issues, and surrealism, while expanding their skills in composition, color theory, and painting techniques using acrylic, watercolor, and gouache. The course emphasizes experimentation, reflection, and growth through the creative process.

Student Testimonial:

• "Painting 2 is very enjoyable and relaxing. You learn how to use many more materials and work outside of your comfort zone. I enjoyed getting used to a variety of materials that I now prefer more, which I wouldn’t have known if I hadn’t taken this class."

615 - Painting 3: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Painting 2

Painting 3 helps students deepen their personal artistic voice. With teacher guidance, students explore individual topics, experiment with new painting mediums, and use the creative process to understand why, how, and what they create. Reflection, critiques, and discussion support growth and self-expression throughout the course.

Student Testimonial:

• "Painting 3 allows you to work more independently because it encourages you to explore your creativity. I would recommend this class to people who truly enjoy learning about art. I would also recommend this class to people who feel they don’t do well with art because it really does push you to try your best and get better at painting."

609 - Ceramics 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Learn hand-building, basic wheel-throwing, and glazing techniques. Create both functional and sculptural clay pieces while exploring design, form, and creativity.

610 - Ceramics 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Ceramics 1

Grow your skills on the wheel and in advanced hand-building. Study ceramic history and create both functional and sculptural work while exploring surface design and storytelling.

611 - Ceramics 3: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 11-12 

Prerequisite: Ceramics 2

Strengthen your ceramic skills and focus on wheel throwing, hand building, or a combination of both to create advanced forms/artwork. Learn more complex methods of creating and surface design.

612 - Advanced Ceramics: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grades 11-12 

Prerequisite: Ceramics 3

Students move beyond technical skills toward conceptual mastery as they explore ceramics through advanced wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques. They conduct challenges and investigations to push ideas, process, and their personal artistic voice. This course prepares students for an AP 3D Art and Design portfolio or for further development of their ceramic skills.

631 - AP Ceramics + Design Portfolio: 2 Terms / 2 Credits, Grades 11-12 

Prerequisite: Advanced Ceramics

Students develop a College Board–approved AP 3D Art and Design portfolio through a sustained investigation of personal ideas using ceramic materials and processes. The course emphasizes form, space, craftsmanship, concept development, written reflection, and the maintenance of a digital portfolio. Students are prepared to submit the AP 3D Art and Design portfolio exam. 

635 - Comic Arts 1: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Learn how to create characters, visual stories, and your own comics or zines. Explore comic history, expression, storytelling, and the intersection of digital/traditional media, including ink, markers, watercolor, and digital drawing.

Student Testimonials:

• "Comic arts is a very relaxing class. If you enjoy drawing, it's just a free art block. If you're the type of person to just doodle over a page, creating OCs, or even little swirls, this class is perfect. The class is very simple but packed with knowledge and tips on overcoming artist's block, starting a comic, and drawing a body. I would recommend this class to advanced artists or even beginners!" 

• "Whether you’re just beginning to draw or are a seasoned artist, Comic Arts is a wonderfully unique and engaging class for artists of all kinds. This beginner class teaches you how to create stories using sequential art as a medium, with lessons including inking, character design, and simple anatomy. This class is especially suited to students who are interested in creating their own stories, characters, and worlds. It is a class where those who let their imagination run wild will find the most success."

637 - Comic Arts 2: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 9-12

Prerequisite: Comic Arts 1

Develop more advanced comics using stronger character design, color, motion, backgrounds, and storytelling. Explore global comic traditions and work with both digital and traditional tools to create individual and collaborative stories.

Student Testimonial:

• "This is, so far, my favorite art class that I have ever taken, and I got so many new skills that I thought I would never have years ago. I really do thank this class for a lot."

867GE - Unified Arts Field Experience: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

In this hands-on course, students collaborate with peers with special needs through engaging visual art and culinary projects. You’ll explore creative expression while learning how to thoughtfully adapt activities to support individual strengths and needs. Alongside the classroom experience, students complete an online curriculum focused on careers in special education. Throughout the term, students build skills in art, cooking, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. This course is an excellent fit for students who enjoy creativity, collaboration, and supporting others in inclusive learning environments.

867SE - Unified Arts: 1 Term / 1 Credit, Grades 10-12

This combined General Education and Special Education course offers hands-on learning in both Visual and Culinary Arts. In Visual Arts, students create personal artwork, explore elements and principles of design, and express themselves creatively. In the Culinary Arts program, students participate in food labs that emphasize kitchen safety, independence, and recipe-reading skills while working collaboratively with their peers. Students also practice grocery shopping strategies and learn social etiquette for dining, building confidence, and developing essential life skills in a supportive and inclusive setting.