Irvine High
Grade 9Introduction to Art

Irvine HighIntroduction to Art

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Introduction to Art is designed to introduce the basic art elements and design principles as they apply to the four components of art education:  Art History, Art Expression/Production, Aesthetic Analysis, and Art Criticism.  The course is intended to provide introductory art experiences through the exploration of a variety of media and techniques, allowing students to potentially find an area of interest to pursue in future visual arts courses on campus. Media may include Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Graphics, Cartooning, Sculpture, Handcrafts, and Photography. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
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