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ART
Drawing 1
Do you like to draw? Do you wish your drawing skills were more developed? This course starts off working with line, builds up to shading and then we explore color. We work with pen, pencil, ink, charcoal, pastels and anything else you can draw with. This course will teach you how to observe closely and to see as an artist. A weekly journal is required for this class and all grade levels are welcome.
Painting 1
This course begins with the exploration of color mixing including tints and shades then we add in all the colors! Students will paint on paper, canvas board, and canvas exploring with watercolor, acrylic and also pastels. Our subject matter covers realism, abstraction and communication with color and images. A journal is required for this class and all grade levels are welcome.
Drawing II (Pre-requisite: Drawing I)
All art has meaning and this course will help you to examine and understand how to convey meaning in your own work. You will stretch your observation skills and refine your individual techniques. You will begin to interpret objects creatively and are expected to solve visual assignments in more than one way. A journal is required for this class.
Painting II (Pre-requisite: Painting I)
Continue your exploration of painting by delving into personal expression. Students will paint with watercolor, acrylic and be introduced to oil paints on a variety of surfaces such as cardboard, paper, and canvas. The opportunity exists for students to stretch their own canvases and work in a large format. You will explore different styles of painting as you begin to develop your own unique signature. Expression of emotion and use of imagination are part of building your painting skills. A journal is required for this course.
Drawing III: (Pre-requisite: Drawing)
Are you looking to build your portfolio? Colleges look for portfolios that have a diverse collection of work, such as portraits, still-life, figure drawings as well as an understanding of a variety of techniques and media. We will continue to explore the meaning of art and explore art mediums to develop your own personal style. You will refine your drawing skills through the use of various media. Projects will be linked to global events that are happening in today's society. You will also create from observation and explore your own imagination to help develop your creativity. A sketch journal is required for this class and you will develop a digital portfolio to keep a record of your progress and also display your work.
Painting III (Pre-requisite: Painting II )
In this class we will continue to explore and experiment with oil, acrylic, and watercolor and paint on a variety of surfaces. You will stretch your own canvases and begin to paint on a large scale. You will be encouraged to explore different mark making techniques to help you develop and build your own individual style as well as incorporating the styles and techniques of famous painters. A sketch journal is required for this class and you will continue to add to your digital portfolio to keep a record of your progress and also display your work.
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Painting I Grades: 9-12
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Drawing I Grades: 9-12
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Painting II Grades: 10-12
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Drawing II Grades: 10-12
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Painting III Grades: 11-12
Credits: .05
Length: Semester course paired with Drawing III Grades: 11-12
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