Visual Arts

Art Foundations Drawing Painting Set Design Graphic Arts Tech Multimedia Productions

Sculpture Clay Sculpture 2D/ Graphic Design Illustration AP Portfolio

	ART FOUNDATIONS  is the introductory course for students wishing to take additional courses in the Art department.  This course provides students with the basic foundation of the elements and principles of art. Students will be introduced to a variety of two-dimensional and three dimensional media including charcoal, paint, collage, printmaking/, wire, cardboard, paper mache, plaster craft, and mixed media in the study of line, color, shape, space, value and texture.                                                                                             Semester   5 Credits
	DRAWING & PAINTING Drawing concentrates on the development of basic drawing skills and techniques and the ability to “see”.  Students explore the use of pencil, charcoal, pastel and ink as they study the figure, still-life, landscape and portraiture by direct observation and personal interpretation.  Observational and conceptual exercises will explore the broad vocabulary of technique and materials involved in the drawn image. Painting introduces students to painting methods, color theory, drawing and composition as developed and demonstrated by various art movements and painting masters throughout the history of art.  The principles of art will be translated into applied techniques and students will be encouraged to individually interpret these principles and demonstrate personal expression in their work.  Semester   5 Credits                                                                      Prerequisite: Art Foundations
	GRAPHIC ARTS TECHNOLOGY is an introduction to the visual language of graphic design for effective, professional communication in our visually oriented society.  Students will study the historical development of visual communication and develop design skills using traditional media  along with contemporary electronic media - the computer, scanner, digital camera and color printer. Students will be introduced to Photoshop and Pagemaker. This course can be taken for credit in the Art or Technology departments.   Semester   5 Credits                   Prerequisite: Art Foundations or Introduction to Technology
	MULTIMEDIA PRODUCTIONS  continues the development of design skills using the electronic media.  It is designed to develop an integrated systems approach to communications and graphic design in the areas of Desktop Publishing, WEB page design, and Multi media Design.  This is a project oriented course.  Students will  be producing individual, school and community-based computer-generated art and layout for print and WEB page projects using a variety of software.  Semester   5 Credits                                                  Prerequisite: Graphics Arts Technology
	SCULPTURE & CLAY SCULPTURE Sculpture is an in-depth study of sculpture and 3-D design both as utilitarian object and form of expression. For the students who have successfully completed Art Foundations this is a continuing exploration of form, space, and line through the construction and physical manipulation of materials to express ideas in both abstract and representational projects. Clay Sculptureprovides students with an introduction to clay construction through form and function.  Students will concentrate on exploring and expressing themselves in the processes of hand building both sculptural and functional work.  The course will include the study of historical and traditional building techniques, contemporary design trends, glazing and decoration techniques, and use of ceramic equipment. Semester   5 Credits                                                                      Prerequisite: Art Foundations
	ADVANCED PLACEMENT PORTFOLIO is designed for the serious art student who has demonstrated an outstanding ability in the visual arts, is contemplating a career in art and is seeking admission to college as an art major. Students will complete both assigned and independent projects in concentrated areas of interest both inside and outside of school.  Students will be expected to submit their portfolio as part of the Advanced Placement Examination  in Studio Art given nationwide each year. Course is open to juniors and seniors.    Semester   5 Credits Prerequisite: Permission of Art Depart. based on submission of portfolio of artwork  compiled over two years of study.
	ILLUSTRATION emphasizes the development of techniques of illustration, learning how to search for meaning in illustrations and encouraging students to develop their own style of expression.  Through the study of drawing, painting and other techniques, students will learn how to translate ideas and words into visual images. Term   2.5 Credits                                                              Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting
	2D / GRAPHIC DESIGN investigates the integration and organization of line, color, shape, space, texture and form for effective visual statements in advertising design and various communication media.  Through the study of typography, layout design, color, visual perception and written copy, students will explore a variety of media emphasizing visual communication and its intended message. Term   2.5 Credits                                                              Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting
	SET DESIGN is intended for students who are interested in theater and design.  Students will be introduced to the basic concepts, conventions and technical skills related to the design and construction of sets for theatrical productions and other events.  Students will analyze scripts for visual and psychological interpretation to be translated into visual form.  Students will construct models and actual sets for school drama and/or musical productions.  Participation in this class includes a commitment to work after school and evenings for drama performances. Semester   5 Credits                                                                   Prerequisite: Art Foundations
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