WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
COURSE CATALOG
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Course Name : Drawing & Painting I Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 9th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : VA Comprehensive I ( 80 %+)
Description : This course will explore intermediate drawing and painting techniques including contour , gesture , value , color theory , composition , and perspective . Through a series of set-ups and demonstrations , students will learn to create dynamic compositions while gaining a sound understanding of materials and methods . Media may include graphite , charcoal , ink , oil pastels , colored pencils , acrylic , and watercolor paints .
Course Name : Drawing & Painting II Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 10th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : Drawing & Painting I ( 80 %+)
Description : This course introduces advanced drawing & painting techniques and focuses on individual expression . Problem solving skills are challenged to achieve mastery of techniques and materials , and assignments will be more open-ended to allow for more diverse and original outcomes .
Course Name : Drawing & Painting III and IV Type of Course : Elective Courses Available to : 11th and 12th grade
Prerequisites : Drawing & Painting II ( 80 %+) AND teacher recommendation
Description : These courses extend advanced drawing & painting techniques and focus on individual expression . Problem solving skills are challenged to achieve mastery of techniques and materials , and assignments will be more open-ended to allow for more diverse and original outcomes .
Course Name : Fiber Arts Type of Course : Elective Course Available to : 9th - 12th grade
Prerequisites : VA Comprehensive I ( 80 %+)
Description : This course introduces fabric and fiber design techniques such as weaving , stitchery and printing and a variety of design techniques , materials , and supplies . Explores historical origins and use of fabric in Western and non-Western cultures . Applies art criticism techniques to judgments about fiber / fabric designs .
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