Page 38 - HHS Curriculum Guide 2017 18 Final
P. 38
Advanced Art is intended for the motivated advanced Concentration details
art student who desires an individual approach to
his/her studies as well as direction in compiling a senior SECTION III: 12 images of 12 different
portfolio (a successful body of work). First semester Breadth works; one image of each is
includes work in a variety of media with projects that
emphasize problem solving from a personal standpoint. submitted
During this semester, students compile or complete a
portfolio, if needed, for admission to an art college or Prerequisite: “B-” average or better in Creative
university. During second semester, students who have Painting, Creative Drawing or Advanced Painting
successfully completed the Advanced Art coursework Lab Fee: $40.00, the AP test fee is $92.00
may work independently. Since most of the work is
independently designed, students need to be self- DIGITAL PHOTO 1
directed learners. They will be responsible for
developing a 9-week plan at the beginning of each (Semester, ½ credit, Grades 9-12)
grading period.
This course is designed to provide students with the
Lab Fee: $20.00 plus supplies study of art elements and principles of design through
(Approximately $30.00-$50.00 total) the medium of photography. Students will learn how to
Prerequisite: “B-” average or better in Creative use digital SLR cameras and point-and-shoot digital
Painting, Creative Drawing or Advanced Painting cameras. Using computers and state of the art
computer software, including Adobe Photoshop and
AP STUDIO ART LightRoom, students will learn how to plan and produce
compositions that demonstrate an understanding of
(Full year, 1 AP credit, Grade 12) composition, color and visual impact. Students will have
the opportunities to utilize digital cameras, a flatbed
The Advanced Placement Program in Studio Art: scanner, and computer software and output work on
Drawing is a performance-based visual exam designed laser printers and professional
for self-motivated students who excel in risk-taking and quality ink jet printers.
independent thought. Successful completion of Art III is
a pre-requisite. Each student will develop and submit a Required Camera: Any digital camera other than a
portfolio that serves as a direct demonstration of phone camera is acceptable.
achievement. The term "drawing" is used very broadly; -Students will have the opportunity to sign-out DSLR
all sorts of art that involves directly making marks on a cameras
surface can fit into this portfolio. This includes not only Prerequisite: None
work in traditional drawing media -- such as pencils, ink, Lab and Material Fee: $40.00
and pastels -- but also many kinds of painting,
printmaking, and other forms of expression. Students in DIGITAL PHOTO 2
AP Studio Art should expect to devote at least ten hours
of work outside of class per week to stay on track. (1 semester, ½ credit, Grades 11 & 12)
Additionally, students may decide to purchase specific Prerequisite: None
materials, such as canvas or illustration board, to best
develop their work. Students can expect to spend This course is offered to those students who have taken
$30.00 to $100.00 on supplies, depending on the Photography I and are interested in further exploration
concentration they choose. and work in the medium. Students continue to build on
their knowledge of a digital darkroom and explore
The portfolio for Studio Art: Drawing requires individualized ways to further their learning. Creativity
submissions in three distinct sections and is submitted and self expression is the ultimate goal while learning
in May. more advanced photography techniques and current
trends in the field.
SECTION I: Five actual drawings; -Students will have the opportunity to sign-out DSLR
cameras
Quality maximum size is 18" x 24"
SECTION II: 12 images; some may be
37
