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Courses Taught:
Drawing/2D
Grades 9-12
Prerequisites: None
Semester 1 or 2, One credit
Lab/Supply Fee – $25.00
The Studio Component: Drawing is presented as a unique process of seeing and revisualization (how we look at things) that is within the grasp of all students regardless of prior experience. A series of sequential drawing exercises is used to help students learn to "see as the artist sees" and to gain competence with a variety of drawing media. These new skills are then applied to explore a variety of themes and topics as the basis for the creation of drawings from observation.
The Art History Component: Students are exposed to a variety of styles and approaches used through the history of art. Some assignments focus on the style of a particular artist while others use famous artist's work as examples
Painting
Grades 9-12
Prerequisites: Art Fundamentals or Drawing/2D
Semester 1 or 2, One credit
Lab/Supply Fee – $40.00
The Studio Component: Painting builds upon skills acquired in previous art classes and offers an additional avenue for creative self-expression. Students gain basic knowledge and confidence in the use of color, painting tools and painting surfaces. They discover the possibilities and limitations of the medium or acrylic and oil paint. Experience and knowledge come first through a series of studies and later through the creation of original paintings from life and imagination.
The Art History Component: Students are exposed to a variety of styles and approaches used through the history of art. Assignments are introduced with examples of artist's work. Students take a more in depth look at artists and art movements when researching and developing a written report for the class.
Intermediate Drawing and Painting
Grades 10-12
Prerequisites: Drawing/2D and Painting
Semester 2, One credit
Lab/Supply Fee – $45.00
The Studio Component: Intermediate Drawing and Painting provides the opportunity for students who have found success in both Drawing and Painting to advance their studies and skills. Students explore a variety of advanced media, subject matter, and techniques. Composition, personal expression, and the development of a personal style are stressed.
The Art History Component: Students are exposed to a variety of styles and approaches used through the history of art. Some assignments focus on the style of a particular artist while others use famous artist's work as examples.
Intensive Art
Grades 11-12
Prerequisites: Instructor approval
Semester 1 and 2, Two credits
Lab/Supply Fee – $40.00 per semester
The Studio Component: Intensive Art is intended for students who are very committed to their art work and are looking for a rigorous art experience but not at the same level of time and personal commitment that AP Art requires. Students who may want to pursue AP Art in their senior year are highly encouraged to take Intensive Art their junior year. Students are guided individually as they prepare works that fall into a possible concentration strand, 3-D, 2-D, or Painting and Drawing. Students will also be required to focus on quality of work during class time. Students should be aware that Intensive Art involves significantly more work than is expected in intermediate level art classes and that the program is not for the casually interested. Keeping a sketchbook and outside class work are required for this class.
The Art History Component: Students are exposed to a variety of styles and approaches used through the history of art. Some assignments focus on the style of a particular artist while others use famous artist's work as examples. Reading as well as independent research, visits to art venues, and journal keeping are required.
AP Art
Grades 11-12
Prerequisites: Instructor approval
Semester 1 and 2, Two credits
Lab/Supply Fee – $40.00 per semester
The AP Program in Studio Art is intended for highly motivated students who are seriously interested in the study of art. Students pursue college-level art while in high school as they work to put together a personal portfolio of works to be submitted to the College Board for possible college credit upon completion of the AP Program. Students are guided individually as they prepare works that fall into three distinct categories: Quality, Concentration, and Breadth. Students should be aware that AP work involves significantly more time than Intermediate or Intensive Art courses and that the program is not for the casually interested. Time outside of class is required for success.
The Art History Component: Students are exposed to a variety of styles and approaches used through the history of art. Some assignments focus on the style of a particular artist while others use famous artist's work as examples. Reading as well as independent research, visits to art venues, and journal keeping are required.
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