2020-21 High School Course Selection Guide


traditional and digital media in use today such as brochure design, product development, package design, advertisements and poster design. Besides Illustrator, other programs from


the Adobe Creative Suite are used in this course. Prerequisite: Completion of Graphic Design 1 or teacher recommendation.


Graphic Design 3 Honors (11, 12) 1 credit


This third course is an advanced level of graphic design. Through advanced traditional and digital media in use today, students explore advanced artistic techniques. Portfolio preparation, critiques, art history are emphasized. Besides Illustrator, other programs from the


Adobe Creative Suite are used in this course. Prerequisite: Completion of Graphic Design 2 or teacher recommendation.


Photography 1 (9, 10, 11, 12) Neutrally Weighted


1 credit


An introduction to black and white photography, students will learn the basics of the single lens reflex camera operation, how to develop and print black and white film, darkroom work, and matting and presenting a finished photograph. Digital photography is introduced, along with print manipulation software such as Adobe Photoshop. This course increases understanding of photography as an art form and allows the student to produce a portfolio of work by the end of the course.


Photography 2 (10, 11, 12) Photography 3 (11, 12) Neutrally Weighted


1 credit 1 credit


Photography 2 and 3 emphasize fine art black and white photography, as well as digital photography. Students are introduced to classic photographers, as well as the new direction of photography in the digital age. Students are encouraged to explore all aspects of the photographic medium and develop a personal style in their work. Building a strong portfolio will be emphasized.


Prerequisite: Photography 1/Photography 2 or teacher recommendation.


Portfolio Development Honors (11, 12) 1 credit


This third-level class is designed for the serious art student and provides opportunity for students to work on advanced studio projects that add depth and breadth to the college portfolio work. Advanced


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studio processes are practiced. Students are able to investigate new processes and synthesize processes learned in prior courses. Artwork can become conceptual. Students learn to have a clear focus in a substantial body of work and are able to articulate that focus. There is a heavy emphasis on observational study. Large work and series work are completed. The coursework is very rigorous and projects are complex. Students need to work on projects in and outside of school.


Prerequisite: Studio Art 2 or teacher recommendation.


Sculpture/3-D Design 1 (9, 10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted


Students are challenged to think three-dimensionally. Areas of sculptural techniques may include additive and subtractive, as well as sculptural types like relief, in the round and kinetic. Possible materials for exploration may be clay, paper, plaster, wire, wood, metals, glass, ceramic, and found objects. Individual, small group and large group projects may be employed in this course. Sculpture movements of the past, as well as contemporary art, are reviewed.


Sculpture/3-D Design 2 (10, 11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted Students are challenged to build upon the concepts and skills developed in Sculpture 1. More emphasis is placed on independent study with a focus on sculptural movements and their relevance to student work. Experimentation of media and ideas are encouraged. Critique and art historical reference are part of the learning process.


Prerequisite: Sculpture/3-D Design 1 or teacher recommendation.


Sculpture/3-D Design 3 (11, 12) 1 credit Neutrally Weighted Students have the opportunity to develop concentrations in areas of personal interest. The freedom to formulate ideas within their concentration is encouraged. Media is determined by the concepts. Independent exploration and growth are stressed. Critique and art historical reference are part of the learning process.


Prerequisite: Sculpture/3-D Design 2 or teacher recommendation.


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