Learn to express yourself through the combination and composition of visual elements such as Typography, Shape, Color, and Images. We will be using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create portfolios of work showcasing student achievement in the class including image manipulation, posters, books, album design, and brief web animations. This course is great for artists and technology enthusiasts alike!
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Studio II (Art)
Studio IIGrade Levels 9-12 1257Term: YearCredits: 1Prerequisite: Studio I or Teacher RecommendationThis class will introduce meaningful art and conceptual art. Students have built a solid foundation in Studio 1 and are now…
Painting II
Students will dive deeper into color theory while developing a personal painting style. Students will further their understanding of the elements of art while developing a firm comprehension of how the principles of art are used within paintings. Students will create paintings from observation including but not limited to still lifes, landscapes, and figure studies. To truly develop an appreciation of paintings, students will study relative artists/movements and enhance their abilities to discuss various works of art.
Painting I
This course will explore multiple painting techniques using a variety of water-based mediums. Color theory and design concepts will be incorporated through different styles and techniques, including but not limited to still life, landscape, and collage. Relevant artists/movements will be investigated as students enhance their abilities to discuss and critique works of art.
Drawing II
Students will dive further into the elements of art including but not limited to shape, form, value, texture, line, and space. An emphasis is placed on drawing from observation using still lifes, landscapes, and figure studies to gain a better understanding of the principles of design.
Drawing I
This course will further explore the elements of art and principles of design and how they are used to create drawings. Students will expand their drawing techniques, including but not limited to hatching, cross hatching, scumbling, stippling, and blending, with a focus on how they are used to create value, form, and texture in a drawing. Relevant artists/movements will be investigated as students enhance their abilities to discuss and critique artwork.
Comics, Illustration, and Animation
Explore the design concepts and artistic principles of illustration, comics, and animation. Learn the complete workflow for designing, inking, and coloring comic book/graphic novel illustrations as you develop unique character designs, develop the ability to illustrate your own stories, and learn the basics of traditional and stop-motion animation.
Foundations of Art
In this introductory course students explore a variety of ways to make art, including: photography, drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, and sculpture. Students will study the Elements of Art along with the Principles of Design as they create works of art based on the techniques listed above. During this course, students will complete art history investigations while also developing their basic skills associated with discussing and critiquing artwork.
Students who are considering an art focus during high school should take the year-long Studio 1 course.
Digital Art and Image Manipulation
Students will learn advanced image manipulation and Photoshop techniques to create digital art and illustrations. The course will combine study of art, design, artificial intelligence, and industry-standard software to create pieces and a digital portfolio. Pieces will be created for 2D and 3D art spaces.
Graphic Design Level 1
Learn to express yourself through the combination and composition of visual elements such as Typography, Shape, Color, and Images. We will be using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create portfolios of work showcasing student achievement in the class including image manipulation, posters, books, album design, and brief web animations. This course is great for artists and technology enthusiasts alike!