Visual Art

Fine Arts Course

Visual Art 1 (Fall)

Course Description

Students in Visual Art will work with many materials and techniques, including still-life drawing, color theory, figure drawing, perspective, painting, printmaking, etc. Three dimensional projects will also be included. The course is designed to prepare students for more advanced work in the department. A sketchbook is required. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take VISUAL ART (SPRING)
Offered: Yearly Course.
 

Visual Art 2 (Spring)

Course Description

Students in Visual Art will work with many materials and techniques, including still-life drawing, color theory, figure drawing, perspective, painting, printmaking, etc. Three dimensional projects will also be included. The course is designed to prepare students for more advanced work in the department. A sketchbook is required. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take VISUAL ART (FALL)
FEES: $10.00
Offered: Yearly Course. 

Painting

Fine Arts Course

Painting (Fall)

Course Description

Using a variety of media and techniques (water color, acrylic, etc.), students will study many past and present styles of painting. Basic drawing, painting and compositional techniques will be emphasized to help students find their individual styles. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Visual Art 1 and 2 or teacher approval
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PAINTING (SPRING)
Offered: Yearly Course (May be repeated for credit).

Painting (Spring)

Course Description

Using a variety of media and techniques (water color, acrylic, etc.), students will study many past and present styles of painting. Basic drawing, painting and compositional techniques will be emphasized to help students find their individual styles. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: Visual Art 1 and 2 or teacher approval
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take PAINTING (FALL)
Offered: Yearly Course (May be repeated for credit).

Design

Fine Arts Course

Design (Fall)

Course Description

Design students will use a variety of media and materials to explore color, positive-negative reversals, symmetry and other elements of design. Both 2D and 3D experiences will be provided. This course is designed for students who are considering careers in commercial art, advertising, interior design, product design, architecture, etc. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: None
Offered: Yearly Course (Offered semester 1 and 2).

Design (Spring)

Course Description

Design students will use a variety of media and materials to explore color, positive-negative reversals, symmetry and other elements of design. Both 2D and 3D experiences will be provided. This course is designed for students who are considering careers in commercial art, advertising, interior design, product design, architecture, etc. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5 TYPE: Regular GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: None
FEES: $10.00
Offered: Yearly Course (Offered semester 1 and 2).

AP Art Studio

Fine Arts Course

AP Art Studio (Fall)

Course Description

This is an Honors Point Course. This course is for students who have a strong interest in art. Students will complete a portfolio that meets the prescribed requirements set by the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. The portfolio consists of three sections that will demonstrate the Quality or Work, Breadth of Work and a Concentration that investigates a visual interest that is unique to each student. Students can be scheduled with a teacher during an advanced class and will involve independent coaching by faculty. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: 1 Credit in visual Arts
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP ART STUDIO (SPRING)
Offered: Yearly Course (May be repeated for credit)

AP Art Studio (Spring)

Course Description

This is an Honors Point Course. This course is for students who have a strong interest in art. Students will complete a portfolio that meets the prescribed requirements set by the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. The portfolio consists of three sections that will demonstrate the Quality or Work, Breadth of Work and a Concentration that investigates a visual interest that is unique to each student. Students can be scheduled with a teacher during an advanced class and will involve independent coaching by faculty. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Advanced Placement
GRADE: 11-12
PREREQUISITE: 1 Credit in visual Arts
COREQUISITES: If you take this course, you must also take AP ART STUDIO (FALL)
Offered: Yearly Course (May be repeated for credit)

Advanced Drawing

Fine Arts Course

Advanced Drawing (Fall)

Course Description

Students will be encouraged to develop drawing style using large formats, sophisticated imagery, and expression in their work. Use of drawing materials and techniques are strengthened and refined. Serious students will develop a portfolio for employment, college entrance or AP credit. A sketch book is required. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES: None
Offered: Yearly Course (Offered semester 1)

Advanced Drawing (Spring)

Course Description

Students will be encouraged to develop drawing style using large formats, sophisticated imagery, and expression in their work. Use of drawing materials and techniques are strengthened and refined. Serious students will develop a portfolio for employment, college entrance or AP credit. A sketch book is required. Students are responsible for obtaining necessary supplies.
CREDIT: 0.5
TYPE: Regular
GRADE: 10-12
PREREQUISITE: None
COREQUISITES:None
Offered: Yearly Course (Offered semester 2)