Art

Grades: 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Ceramics I

Course Description: This class is designed for students who have learned the basics of ceramics and are ready to start more advanced techniques in clay. Basic hand building techniques and wheel experience are required for this class, as this class expands on those skills including but not limited to sgraffito, etching, burnishing, slip trailing, and wheel throwing. Well thought out forms, designs, and good craftsmanship are emphasized.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Course Description: This class is designed for students who have an interest in working with clay, and it gives students experience in making functional as well as sculptural pieces, using a variety of techniques. The hand building techniques are emphasized. Basic potter’s wheel techniques will be introduced. Well thought out forms, designs and functional uses, along with good craftsmanship are emphasized.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Art Appreciation is a general introduction to the visual arts, media, techniques, and history. The course is designed to create a deeper appreciation of the creative processes involved in the visual arts.  This course will focus mainly on art and its relationship to history and cultures.  Students should know that this will be more of a traditional school class and will not involve as much “hands on” art making.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th Grade

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Course Description: You'll learn about the tools and materials every calligrapher needs and how to hold and use the pen, starting with basic strokes. If you want to add special flourish to your handwritten projects, and create works of art with lettering, Introduction to Calligraphy is the perfect place to start.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: None

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Course Description: This course is designed for students who have an interest in working with 3D media in art. These media include (but are not limited to) paper/cardboard, paper mache, clay, wire, metal, plastics, and more. Hand building techniques and creative problem solving are emphasized in this class, along with well thought out forms, design and functional uses, and good craftsmanship.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Course Description: This course is designed for students who are interested in learning the basics of photography using digital cameras. Students will learn about the basics of Nikon and Canon cameras, as well as any cameras they bring in from home. The application of principles of design in photography, lighting techniques, and photo editing will be emphasized in this course.

Grades: 9th / 10th / 11th / 12th

Prerequisite: Intro to 2D/3D Art

Course Description: Students will expand their two-dimensional art-making skills in different practices of printmaking, including linoleum block printing, lithography, and screen printing. The focus will be on elements and principles or art, medium-specific techniques, habits of mind, and proper care of materials.

Grades: 12th

Prerequisite: Students must have completed 2 previous art courses and have the approval of their instructor.

Course Description: Students will, with the help of the instructor, plan and execute their own art.  Depending on the type of work and theme, students may have multiple projects due in the semester. Students will work individually during any class period and will also meet with the instructor for assistance and critique.