Recommended: C or better in Photography 1. This is an advanced photography course where either traditional or digital media will be explored if not both. A variety of photographic media may be explored such as film, digital editing software, image transfers, etc. Students will be directed in developing their own creative voice, and work toward a portfolio. Historical and contemporary topics will be evident in student work and /or through class discussion.
This is an introductory art course where students will learn to use the Elements and Principles of Art and Design such as line, space, value, texture, balance, and contrast to create a well-‐composed photograph.
Basic camera operation will be covered. Experiences working with traditional photographic methods such as film may be explored as well as digital-‐based images or a combination of the two. A basic history of photography will also be covered.
Recommended: C or better in Art 2. This is an advanced level course focused around a specialized area of art and / or around the exploration of a variety of media and techniques. In addition, Students will be directed in developing their own creative voice and work for a portfolio. Advanced visual literacy and visual communication skills will be further developed. Historical and contemporary topics will be evident in student work and /or through class discussion.
Recommended: C or better in Art 3. This is an advanced course that is focused on creative problem solving and visual communication. Students in this course will explore and refine a field(s) of concentration such as drawing or painting or appropriate media and work in depth toward the development of a portfolio that may be used for entrance into an art school or for career oriented purposes. Students who enroll should be capable of self-‐direction and independent study. Historical and contemporary topics will be evident in student work and/or through class discussion. This course is designed to provide opportunities for students to build their art-‐making skill sets through hands-‐on practice, critiques and the study of the history and purpose of visual art.
Recommended: C or better in Art 1. This is an intermediary art course. Further refinement of drawing and painting skills will be the primary focus, but various art making practices and new media may be introduced such as pastel painting, colored pencil, mixed media, scratchboard, and mask painting. Visual literacy and visual communication skills will be further developed. Historical and contemporary topics will be evident in student work and /or through class discussion.