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Art I Grade Level: 9-12 Credit: 1-Full Year Recommended Prerequisite: None Students explore areas of basic skills in drawing, painting and two and three-dimensional design. The student is provided with experiences in creativity, techniques in drawing, clay, watercolor, acrylic and other media, an introduction to art history, and an understanding of art elements and principles. Art II Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1-Full Year Recommended Prerequisite: Art I Art II builds on techniques and design concepts introduced in Art I. Working at a more advanced level, students will explore personal expression in the design of original artworks using various drawing media, acrylic and watercolor paint, printmaking, clay, and 3-Dimensional media. Key artists will be studied in terms of their artistic style and impact on art history. It is highly recommended that students have at least a B average in Art I. Art III Honors Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1-Full Year Recommended Prerequisite: Art II Students are expected to use a variety of techniques, materials, and concepts to explore personal and aesthetic growth. Emphasis is placed on drawing from observation, originality, visual discrimination, critiquing, and the role of art history. First semester, students concentrate on the areas of drawing and the application of color and design principles. Second semester, students develop teacher approved thematic units with emphasis on building a portfolio. Art III Honors also works as a preliminary course for Studio Art AP to develop maturity of artwork. Students should have at least a B average in Art II. Grade Level: 10-12 Credit: 1-Full Year Recommended Prerequisite: Art I This course explores black and white photography, art elements and principles, the history of photography and art production. Emphasis is placed on using the camera, lighting effects and developing black and white film. Art production emphasizes how to produce art for mass media, using various tools, materials and technology. A 35mm camera is required. Studio Art AP Grade Level: 11-12 Credit: 1-Full Year Recommended Prerequisite: Art III Studio Art is intended for highly motivated students who are seriously interested in the study of art for college level credit. Students submit portfolios for college board national evaluation that reflect the areas of quality, concentration, and breadth. Three major concerns are addressed in this class: quality in student’s work; student’s concentration on a particular interest or problem; and student’s need for experience in the formal, technical, and expressive means of the artist. The program emphasizes making art an ongoing process that encourages students to become focused, independent, inventive, and critical thinkers. Recommendation of previous Art teacher is required. |
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