Odyssey Charter Schools 9-12 High School – Visual Arts I

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

The creative experiences in this course serve as the foundation that prepares students for further study in the arts. It is an introduction to the study of creating and expressing through visual arts media. A variety of techniques, fine arts materials, and tools, along with the art styles of Realism, Expressionism, and Symbolism will be explored to create works of art. Students will learn and develop a working knowledge of the elements and principles of art. The role of the artist as a communicator and reflective practices will be introduced to students through the understanding of composition and choices in subject matter, symbols, and ideas along with technical, observational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.