Course Objectives
Elements and Principles of Art
Course Description
In this course, students will have an opportunity to create and respond to visual arts, focusing on drawing, design, color, painting and sculpture. This course will introduce students to a variety of techniques and mediums that they will apply while creating original artwork. A variety of design elements, such as line, space, form, color, value and texture, as well as a variety of design principles, including balance, unity, contrast, emphasis, movement, rhythm and pattern, will be studied. Students will have an opportunity to appreciate and interpret works of art in terms of history, aesthetics and culture. Students also will begin developing a portfolio of original artwork.
Drawing I
Course Description
Drawing I will consist of the exploration of the elements of art and principles of design by responding to and creating works of art. Multiple concepts, media, and techniques will be discussed and developed through drawing and varied design assignments. Students will work individually and cooperatively.
Drawing II
Course Description
Drawing II will consist of the continued exploration of the elements of art and principles of design by responding to and creating works of art. Multiple concepts, media, and techniques will be discussed and developed through drawing and varied design assignments. Students will work individually and cooperatively.
3D Design I
Course Description
Three-Dimensional Design I will consist of the exploration of the elements of art and principles of design by responding to and creating works of art. Multiple concepts, media, and techniques will be discussed and developed through assemblage, wire, wood, fiber, and varied design assignments. Students will work individually and cooperatively.
3D Design II
Course Description
Three-Dimensional Design II will consist of the continued exploration of the elements of art and principles of design by responding to and creating works of art. Multiple concepts, media, and techniques will be discussed and developed through assemblage, wire, wood, fiber, and varied design assignments. Students will work individually and cooperatively.
Advanced Art
Course Description
Advanced Art will continue the exploration of the elements of art and principles of design by responding to and creating works of art. Multiple concepts, media, and techniques will be discussed and developed through concept-based, varied design assignments and outside assignments. Students will work individually and cooperatively.
