9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade
Year Long Course
Fee: $10 supply fee
Introduction to studio art is designed to provide a foundation for advanced courses. Emphasis is placed on understanding the elements of art as a basis for composition. Students will explore a variety of artists, art processes, and materials such as drawing, Prismacolors, painting, printmaking, two & three-dimensional design, portraits, and intro. to digital art. Student artwork will reflect aesthetics & cultural contexts. Willingness to get involved in the creative process is more important than the student’s talent or previous experience. Experiment. Explore. Express.
9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
Year Long Course
This course introduces students to the principles of graphic design & visual communication. Emphasis will be placed on the design-process using methods, strategies & techniques to create original student artwork. Students will apply their knowledge of the principles of design in order to strengthen their ability to visually communicate ideas. We will explore a range of design techniques using various art materials, software programs & tools. Students will analyze, critique artworks and learn about the origins of graphic design in the history of art. Students will be exposed to a variety of disciplines within the graphic design field, which include but are not limited to logo design, poster design, typography, packaging design, and digital illustration.
10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Year Long Course
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Studio Art or Intro to Graphic Design
Fee: $15 supply fee
This course provides an opportunity for students to expand on studio art and graphic design in greater depth from ART101/102. Emphasis is placed on experimenting with techniques, developing your art aesthetic, and form. In this course, students will explore a variety of mediums and subjects such as acrylic painting, textile design, paper mache sculptures, product design, calligraphy, still-life, portraits & digital art. Students will also learn the methods of working with clay such as coiling, slab building, and throwing on the wheel. Throughout this course, students are encouraged to explore individual styles while producing a diverse body of three-dimensional work.
11th or 12th Grade
Year Long Course
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intermediate Studio Art & Design
Fee: $20 supply fee
An upper level course designed for the student who wishes to further develop skills and techniques that were introduced in ART111/112. This is a desirable course for any student wishing to develop a portfolio for college. Students will be continually encouraged to expand their creative ideas as well as their technical potential. An emphasis on curating art, developing techniques, public art installations & building an art portfolio. Topics may include: website design, oil painting, master artists, animation, ceramics, illustration, sculpting & portraits. At the end of this course, students will collaborate on an art show to exhibit their artwork throughout their studies. This is a fast-paced course that requires a substantial amount of independent studio time.
10th, 11th, or 12th grade
Year Long Course
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Graphic Design
Take your graphic design skills to the next level with our Advanced Graphic Design class! This course is designed for 10th-12th grade who have a strong foundation in graphic design principles and are eager to explore more advanced techniques and concepts. This class is ideal for students aspiring to pursue careers in graphic design, digital media, marketing, or related fields. Whether you plan to study design in college or want to enhance your creative skill set, the Advanced Graphic Design class will empower you to create impactful visual communication.
9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade
Semester Long Course
Intro to Photography/Filmmaking is an entry-level course designed to introduce students to the world of visual media production, both with still images and motion pictures. In this course, students will learn how to operate specialized digital cameras for producing both photos and films. Areas of emphasis include camera care and operation, composition techniques, safety practices, design elements, lighting, and presentation. Students that would like to move beyond Intro can sign up for either Advanced Photo or Advanced Film during 2nd semester.
9th, 10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Semester or Year Long Course
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Photography
Advanced Filmmaking is an intermediate-level course designed to continue student development in the world of filmmaking and movie production. Skills learned in Intro Photography/Filmmaking are taken to a new level, with focus in scene composition, visual recording methods, directing, cinematography, and post-production editing, including music and sound.
9th, 10th, 11th or 12th Grade
Semester or Year-Long Course
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Intro to Photography
Advanced Photography is an intermediate-level course designed to continue student development in the world of image capture and digital editing and design. Skills learned in Intro Photography/Filmmaking are taken to a new level, with focus in studio lighting, digital image editing, critical analysis, presentation, and finishing.