Art

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None

Art Exploration is an introductory course exposing students to a variety of two- and three-dimensional art media, techniques, vocabulary and art history. The course is designed to introduce new artists to all mediums while enhancing the knowledge of emerging art students. Creative experiences emphasize drawing, painting, printmaking, digital art, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture and design.

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Other: Extended Study Option
Prerequisite: Art Exploration for 9th Graders

Ceramics and Jewelry Studio encourages students to examine clay and metal as a creative medium. Students will develop original three dimensional artwork including functional pieces and sculptural designs. Project designs will be inspired through research and field trips to exhibitions. Ceramics and Jewelry Studio Extended Study will allow students to pursue advanced studies in Ceramics and Jewelry. Each student will develop a portfolio fulfilling areas of growth and expectations agreed upon between the student and teacher.

Subject: Art
Eligible grades: 10th, 11th, 12th
Prerequisite: Art Exploration for 9th Graders

Drawing and Painting Studio allows students to explore various wet and dry media through a variety of drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media techniques and processes. Students will develop drawings and paintings inspired by concepts introduced in class. Emphasis is placed on the development of observational abilities and exploration of methods of communicating their imaginative thoughts. Drawing and Painting Studio Extended Study will allow students to pursue advanced studies in Drawing and Painting. Each student will develop a portfolio fulfilling areas of growth and expectations agreed upon between the student and teacher.

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Art Exploration for 9th Graders

Digital Photo 1 is for the student who wants to learn how to take better images and use Photoshop as well as the student who wants to learn the basics and continue to more advanced photography courses. Students must have access to a quality digital camera with a minimum of 8.0 mega-pixels. Camera requirements for advanced studies in Digital Photo Studio and Darkroom Photo Studio will be discussed as part of the Digital Photo I curriculum.

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Art Exploration for 9th Graders

Digital Art and Design is a course which uses modern design technology to create original artwork and communicate visually. The students will use the same hardware and software (Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator) used by professionals in the graphic arts industry. Emphasis will be placed on learning practical computer skills through the exploration of typography design, illustration, digital imagery,and image manipulation. No previous computer experience is necessary, but drawing skills are an advantage. Additionally, students will begin to discover elements of user Interface and User Design essential to creating artwork which is native to software applications. Digital Art and Design Extended Study will allow the individual student to pursue even more advanced studies in developing competency in PhotoShop and Illustrator. Each student will complete an individual contract agreement that details the expectations and specific responsibilities

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Art Exploration for 9th Graders

Glass Art provides students to work with the varied and complex properties of glass as a creative medium of self-expression. Students examine glass as a material to manipulate and form into an object of personal expression. Whether that expression is functional, such as in bowls, plates, jewelry, or sculpture, or purely conceptual, in which the idea behind the work becomes the function, the product is an object created out of a process that is a personal reflection of each student. The course is designed to introduce students to the multiple ways in which it is possible to manipulate glass, and students sample different techniques and processes. Students create works in mosaics, kiln-formed fusing, cast sculptural forms, and flame-worked beads and sculptures. Classes consist of lectures, demonstrations, observations, discussions, research, brainstorming, drawing, listening, and critiques. Glass Art Extended Study allows the individual student the opportunity to study various techniques and advanced processes in-depth. The student and instructor outlining responsibilities and expectations agree upon an individual course of study.

Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: Digital Photo 1

Digital Photo Studio is a continuation of Digital Photo 1 with an emphasis on advanced techniques. This course is designed for students interested in advanced study of digital photography. Students who choose Digital Photo Studio will create visual imagery beyond that covered in Digital Photo 1. In this course, students will begin the development of a series of work with a common style. Discussion about camera requirements for advanced studies in digital photography will be discussed in Digital Photo 1. Digital Photo Studio Extended Study allows highly motivated photography students the opportunity to pursue in-depth techniques and processes of interest to the individual. Each student will complete a digital portfolio of current work agreed upon by the student and instructor containing examples of the semester’s research and solutions to problems.

Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Length: 1 Semester
Credit: 0.5
Prerequisite: None

Darkroom Photo Studio provides students with an introduction to photography using the darkroom. Emphasis will be placed on three major areas: the camera and how to use it, composition, and darkroom techniques. Students will learn black and white film and print development through demonstrations, lectures, critiques, discussions, presentations and studio experiences. Students in darkroom photography will make use of the capabilities of the darkroom to create exhibition-quality traditional fine art prints. Students will need to purchase darkroom photographic paper. Darkroom Photo Studio Extended Study allows highly motivated photography students the opportunity to pursue in-depth techniques and processes of interest to the individual. Each student will complete a portfolio of current work agreed upon by the students and instructor containing examples of the semester’s research and solutions to problems.

Grade Level: 11, 12
Length: Full Year
Credit: 1.0
Prerequisite: Two years of Art or Placement

The Advanced Placement Portfolio program enables highly motivated students to create college level work in studio art while still in high school. Advanced Placement Portfolio is not based on a written examination. However, for one section of the portfolio, extensive research and documentation are required. Advanced Placement work involves significantly more time and commitment than most high school courses; the program is, therefore, intended for students seriously committed to studying art. Upon completion of this course, the student can submit a portfolio for review and evaluation. The College Board currently accepts three different AP Art portfolios - Drawing (i.e., any traditional art media excluding computer art or photography), 2-Dimensional design (i.e., photography, computer art), and 3-Dimensional design (i.e., ceramics, sculpture).