Studio in Art

This foundational course gives students a variety of art-making experiences in a traditional art studio setting that meets the State art requirement for graduation. Students will be able to explore a wide range of methods and materials involved in drawing and painting, graphic design, printmaking and 3-D design. The elements of art and principles of design are emphasized, as students learn to use these concepts and tools as a means towards greater self-expression.

Explorations in Art

Full Year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None

This foundational course designed to meet the State art requirements for graduation, provides students the opportunity to explore diverse methods and materials for making art, while establishing cross-cultural connections based on global themes.

Graphic Arts and Media Design

Full Year, 1 credit

This course is structured to meet the State art requirement for graduation and is a foundation course. Utilizing the MAC computers, students will explore current practices in graphic arts and media design including social media using software applications such as Photoshop, Faces, Apple i-Life Suite and online resources to produce digital photographs, advertisements, cartoons, campaign posters, newsletters, brochures, and CD album covers. Other productions involve multimedia use of Garage Band and creative digital drawing/painting studio experiences on the computer.

3D Design 1

Full Year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: None

This foundational course meets the State art requirements for graduation and will focus on developing skills needed for hands-on experiences in 3-D media. Projects will include experiences in ceramics, sculpture and crafts. In addition to elements of art and principles of design, the history and significance of 3-D design in today’s society will be emphasized.