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Art I 5 credits
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course offers an introduction and working foundation of the fundamental elements of art, i.e.: line, form, shape, pattern, texture, color, composition, and motif, in addition to complementary studies in art history. Consideration will be given to the proper utilization, care, and maintenance of the studio space, materials, tools, and equipment.
Art I is a prerequisite for all other courses in the
Fine Arts sequence and recommended for students who
intend to continue studies in art beyond the first
year.
Art II 5 credits
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
This course provides an environment where guided lessons and activities provide opportunities to generate serious, creative, and thought-filled work in 2D and 3D media with an emphasis on drawing, painting, design, and graphic skills. Art history will be presented to complement the study of individual media and an in-depth study of the high Italian Renaissance. Consideration will be given to the proper utilization, care, and maintenance of the studio space, materials, tools, and equipment. Prerequisite: Art I or a portfolio demonstrating mastery of skills covered in the Art I curriculum.
Ceramics I, II, III, IV 5 credits
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Students will explore clay as a building material for both sculptural and functional art work. Through the use of hand-building, slip molds, and wheel thrown techniques, students gain insight and appreciation for the crafts tradition and the history of ceramic art. Various surface decoration materials and techniques will also be explored. Consideration will be given to the proper use of materials, tools, and the facility. This course is open to all students.
Ceramic Sculpture 5 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
This
full-year course is designed for students in grades
10, 11, and 12 who wish to participate in an
in-depth study of clay as a sculptural medium.
Students will engage in various construction methods
to make both abstract and realistic forms, animal
and human figures, architectural spaces, and
structures of various scales. Alternative firing
methods, surface treatments, contemporary and
historical approaches will also be explored.
Critiques and research will play a major role in
student learning. Prerequisite: Art I or Ceramics I.
Fine Arts I 5 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
This course will include in-depth study of the Fine Arts through concentration on draftsmanship, design, and painting. Intensive drawing exercises will be an essential part of the course. The Impressionist Movement and its impact on contemporary art will be the focus of the art history element. Consideration will be given to the proper care and utilization of materials, tools, and the facility. Preparation, work, and research outside of the class are essential to growth and success. Prerequisites: Art I, Art II, or a portfolio demonstrating excellence.
Fine Arts II 5 credits
Grades 11, 12
This course allows the serious student artist the opportunity to investigate personal art interests and visual considerations. Reviewing the current admission requirements of institutions offering advanced art education will aid in determining the content of portfolio assignments. Special emphasis will be given to drawing and painting proficiencies. The student and teacher will discuss pupil progress and establish the direction for the emphasis of study. A portfolio of quality exhibition work is required for successful completion of the course objectives. Prerequisites: Art I, Art II, and Fine Arts I, or a portfolio demonstrating excellence.
Introduction to Sculpture 2.5 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
This
course is open to all students with at least one
year of art experience in the high school. The
student will learn about basic sculptural techniques
and approaches to the realization of the description
of mass and negative space. The student will survey
additive and reductive processes of sculpture.
Complementary art history elements will correspond
to various activities with an emphasis on visiting
sculptural collections in the vicinity. A research
paper may be included as part of the formal study.
Sculpture I 2.5 credits
Grades 10, 11, 12
This course is open to all who have successfully
completed Introduction to Sculpture with a grade of
70 or above. Building upon skills and media
experience in Introduction to Sculpture, the serious
student will explore media in more depth and with a
greater and sustained commitment. Complementary art
history elements will correspond to various
activities with an emphasis on viewing sculptural
pieces in the area. A research or opinion paper(s) may be included as part of the formal study.
Advanced Placement Studio Art 5 credits
Grades 11, 12
Concentration A: Drawing
Concentration B: Design
Concentration C: Sculpture (3D)
Each concentration constitutes an independent course. Students are not permitted by The College Board to take more than one concentration simultaneously. Each AP Visual Art Concentration is designed to assist the serious artist in producing a body of directed and self-directed work, equal to or surpassing in quality and quantity a college portfolio of rigid professional standards. Works will be reviewed regularly and critiques will measure student growth and critical skills. Demanding standards will be upheld to encourage the greatest development of potential, talent, and vision. Students will complete a portfolio to be evaluated by The College Board. Summer assignments will be distributed prior to the academic course year to better prepare students in completing the demanding workload. A slide set of all work completed will be given by each student to the school for a permanent record of progress. Prerequisite: Fine Arts I (minimum) or a portfolio demonstrating mastery of skills covered in Fine Arts I and Fine Arts II.
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