VISUAL ARTS

2009-2010

1100   ART I                                                          

Grades 9-12

Year Course             1.00 Credit                       

Lab Fee  $ 30.00     

 

Art I is the entry-level art course in the visual arts department.  The objective of the course is to instill historical knowledge, as well as, knowledge of the elements and principles of design.  This knowledge will be used to create unique artistic creations in a variety of different mediums.  This knowledge also serves as the groundwork for future artistic study.  The course provides an individual with the means to appreciate and operate in an increasing visual world.  Hard work is required.

 

1102   CERAMICS                                           Prerequisite: Art I

Grades 10-12          

Semester Course      .50 Credit               

Lab Fee $ 30.00                         

                  

The student will create functional pottery utilizing hand building or wheel throwing techniques.  The student will explore various decorative techniques while utilizing the elements and principles of design.  The work load is heavy, the process is messy, but the results are rewarding.

 

1103   ADVANCED CERAMICS

Grades 10-12                                                 Prerequisite: Ceramics, Art I

Semester Course      .50 Credit

Lab Fee $ 30.00                          

 

Advanced ceramics is the second step for those students who excelled in the beginning ceramic course.  The student will utilize hand building and wheel throwing methods of construction throughout the duration of the course.  The assignments will be on a much larger scale in both size and artistic expression.  Students participating in this course of study must have a solid work ethic and detailed knowledge of the elements and principles of design.

 

1104  DRAWING                

Grades 10-12                                                Prerequisite: Art I

Semester Course      .50 Credit

Lab Fee $ 30.00      

 

The second installment in the visual arts department is Drawing.  This course builds on the knowledge attained in Art I.  Various drawing mediums will be explored and a variety of elements and principles of design will be examined.  A great deal of the class will concentrate on developing the ability to capture the human form.  Historical events, places, and dates will be discussed.  The course will begin to hone individual drawing skills, as well as, developing the ability to analyze fine art.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1105  PAINTING             

Grades 10-12                                                  Prerequisite: Art I & Drawing

Semester Course      .50 Credit

Lab Fee $ 30.00      

 

The third installment of the visual arts department is Painting.  This course builds further on knowledge attained in Art I and Drawing.  Once again, historical aspects will be explored, and a focus on the elements and principles of design will take place.  The course will take a long look at color and the effects it can produce.  This course will also begin to direct an individual towards a particular artistic style.  This unique artistic style will not become a mature style in this brief time period, but it will begin the process for these future artists.

 

1106  SCULPTURE

Grades 10-12                                                  Prerequisite: Art I, Drawing & Painting

Semester Course      .50 Credit

Fee $ 30.00            

                                                         

Sculpture is an advanced art course that focuses specifically on the creation of three-dimensional art.  This course will explore the historical aspects of sculpture, as well as, the techniques that are needed to produce three-dimensional pieces.  This course is only for those students who are serious about their artwork or interested in art as a career.  The workload is heavy and the work is messy.  A strong work ethic and time on task is necessary to succeed in this course of study.