Art
Students who have successfully completed Advanced Art in ninth grade should take Art III.
45000A Art I--SHS, HBHS
(Same level as 9th-grade Art and can only be taken once. If you have had 9th grade art or Art I already, you may not sign up for this course.)
10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit
Art I is an introductory course for students who have had little or no experience in the visual arts, and is an exploration of the concepts, tools, and materials used by artists of the past and present. Students will create artworks in a variety of media as they learn how the elements and principles of design can be used to express concepts visually, how to "read" a painting, and how to better understand the visual symbols of cultures.
45000B Art II--SHS, HBHS
10, 11, 12 - 1 semester, 1/2 credit
Prerequisite: Art I
Art II is a continuation of Art I, for those who wish to explore art beyond one semester. Students build on the concepts learned in Art I to become more confident with drawing, art interpretation and criticism, aesthetics, and developing ideas. Note: Students who have taken Advanced Art in the junior high or had a full year of art, should sign up for Art III. Students who have strong skills and experience in art should consult a teacher to determine which course is best.
45001A/45001B Art III--SHS, HBHS
10,11,12-1 year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Art II, or Advanced Art (A or B, or teacher permission)
Note: Students wishing to take AP Studio Art their senior year must begin with Art III during their sophomore year, and should request a recommendation from the junior high teacher if needed.
Students continue to develop art skills, but with more emphasis on artistic expression. They will be expected to keep a sketchbook, and will learn how to mat and present their works as they develop a portfolio.
During the fall semester, the focus of Art III will be on drawing. Traditional wet, dry, and color drawing media will be explored, and new media will be presented, such as intaglio print making and monotypes. Students will be challenged to use drawings for expression and to communicate ideas, and will develop some of them into paintings, prints, and other media.
In the spring semester, two-dimensional design is featured. Students will consider ways to use the principles of design with purpose, to create a more successful composition for their works and to contribute to their meaning. Media and techniques such as screen printing, photography, collage, abstraction, and fabric printing will be among the challenges presented.
45002A/45002B Art IV--SHS, HBHS
11, 12 - 1 year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Art III (A or B, or teacher recommendation)
Art IV is a portfolio-based course with an individualized approach to lessons. Students will make choices that allow them to search for their own means of expression while challenging them to improve their skills and knowledge. Students will learn to conduct their learning experiences much as working artists do, with independent research and idea development. They will develop a series of works with a central idea.
The fall semester will be spent producing an advanced drawing portfolio. In the spring semester students will produce a portfolio of works that showcase their advanced design skills, and will collaborate on a larger group project such as a mural or mosaic. A group exhibition will be presented to display artworks in the spring.
A successful portfolio in this class is essential if a student wished to take AP Studio Art the following year. Students should expect to spend several hours weekly outside of class in order to do well in this class.
55904A/55904B AP Studio Art--SHS, HBHS
12 - 1 year, 1 credit
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation: must present a portfolio
In this course, highly motivated students develop a portfolio under the guidelines of the College Board. At the end of the year, instead of a written examination, each student is required to submit a slide portfolio of works that reflect a variety of artistic concerns, as well as a series of works exploring a personal idea or theme. While camera equipment is available in the classroom, it is the responsibility of the student to purchase slide film. AP Studio Art is considered a college-level course; due to the demanding requirements, the need for a strong personal interest in art and excellent individual work skills are essential for success. Students will present their works pub
02/12/08