Studio Art

Studio Art 1

How can play and experimentation foster artistic growth?

How do contemporary artists develop their skills and ideas?

This is a full year course that allows you to immerse yourself in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage and mixed media.  The course offers broad exposure to various artistic media and making practices. Semester 1 focuses on developing traditional painting and drawing skills from direct observation, while Semester 2 focuses on alternative ways to render imagery and develop voice, including figurative spray painting and narrative art. Students develop their artistic confidence and ability while learning about the principles of art and design and exploring different themes. Students also deepen their understanding of contemporary art and practice by studying the works of many artists living and creating today.

Studio Art 2
Prerequisite:  Studio Art I, or two semester-long art courses

This is a full year course that allows you to immerse yourself in the Studio Art experience. Building off of methods for drawing, painting, collage, and mixed media to develop you will hone skills for creating expressive art. Through artistic risk-taking, experimentation, and play, students will use the elements of art and principles of design to create creative and dynamic compositions on a 2D plane.  Projects include a mix of working from observation and the imagination to create original and intentional work that has a personal voice. Throughout the year, students will also learn about contemporary art and current art practices to expand their understanding of artistic processes and apply strategies to their work.

AP Portfolio: Drawing & 2D Art

Prerequisite: Studio Art 2

Students create a portfolio of work that is submitted to The College Board and evaluated according to national standards (for either drawing or 2D Design). The AP portfolio consists of 15 works in the Sustained Investigation section, that demonstrate practice, experimentation and revision, and five selected works that demonstrate synthesis of materials, process, and ideas.

The AP Studio Art course requires a commitment to rigorous investigation of art making both inside and outside the classroom. Students develop college-level artwork that demonstrates mastery of concept, composition, and execution. The investigation is a significant, self-directed, and sustained practice to create a body of intellectually and visually cohesive works that shows risk-taking, discovery, and growth. ​

Please note:
●  There are summer assignments; completed work is due prior to the first day of school.
●  The College Board charges a course/exam fee (approx. $100 paid in November.)