Sculpture
1 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Visual Arts I
This sculpture class is designed for students that have a desire to work within the 3-dimensional format . Students will design and create a variety of 3-dimensional sculptural forms , exploring the use of space in various media , such as paper , clay , wood , plaster , or found objects . Research , the history of sculpture , creative problem solving , and group critiques are all integral components for this class . Additional studio time is required for success in this studio class .
Drawing Honors
1 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Visual Arts I
Students will be introduced to the methods , materials , and aesthetics of drawing , and working with such media as graphite , conté , charcoal , pastels , and ink . Emphasis is on direct observation and learning to see in graphic terms . The subject matter and content will include still life , landscape , animals , architecture , and the human form , including self-portraiture . Through class lectures and demonstrations , students will study the history of drawing , and will develop their ability to read the finer aesthetic qualities found within works of art . Weekly sketchbook drawing is a necessary part of successfully completing this course .
AP Art & Design
1 Credit • Grade 12 Prerequisite : Visual Arts I , two studio electives , and recommendation of the instructor
The Advanced Placement Art & Design Program consists of three portfolio options — 2D design ( includes photography ), 3D design , and drawing , which correspond to the most common college foundation courses . AP Art & Design is not based on a written exam ; instead , students must submit a portfolio and written commentary in May to the AP College Board . Advanced Placement Art & Design is a course designed for senior artists who will be applying for admission as a visual art major at the post-secondary level . Summer coursework is assigned upon acceptance in the spring , and is due the first day of school in the fall . Quarter one concentrates on portfolio preparation and documentation for the post-secondary art program application process . The art-making pace and process is rigorous and requires an advanced skill set in media and technique , research completion , complex concept , and ideation documentation ; and sophisticated work production in and outside of the studio .
Painting Honors
1 Credit • Grades 10 , 11 , & 12 Prerequisite : Visual Arts I
Students will explore the beginning techniques , processes , and aesthetic issues of working in tempera , watercolor , acrylic , ink , and other paint-based media . Goals for this class include learning how to see and use color with sensitivity and sophistication , understanding and applying the science of color , and how to use painting tools effectively and creatively . Students will study a wide range of subject matter , including still life , landscape , portraiture , abstract , and non-objective themes . Art history , art criticism , and aesthetics will be an integral part of coursework . Work outside of class time will be necessary to complete projects .
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