Tomball Memorial High School – Art IV - AP Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Prerequisites: TAP Art III, and/or Teacher Approval with Portfolio review AP Exam required for possible College Credit Course Fee: see course fee table in appendix The course is designed to address a very broad interpretation of drawing issues and media, such as line, form, composition, surface manipulation and illusion of depth. Drawing issues will be addressed through a variety of media, which include painting, illustration, printmaking, and mixed media. The course guidelines are based on the College Board AP portfolio requirements and work should show evidence of conceptual, perceptual, expressive, and technical range in drawing. Submission of a portfolio in May is mandatory to receive AP credit. Art IV - AP Studio Art: 3-D Design Portfolio \[Sculpture\] (ART4130P) Prerequisites: TAP Art III, and/or Teacher Approval with Portfolio review AP Exam required for possible College Credit Course Fee: see course fee table in appendix This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to produce a portfolio that demonstrates proficiency in 3D Design using skills learned from previous sculpture courses while developing their own style. All projects and works of art are designed to strengthen and develop the students’ portfolio. The course guidelines are based on the Advanced Placement portfolio requirements. Art IV - AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio (ART4230P) Prerequisites: TAP Art III, and/or Teacher Approval with Portfolio review AP Exam required for possible College Credit Course Fee: see course fee table in appendix This course will address a broad interpretation of two‐dimensional (2D) design. Design involves conceptual application and integration of the elements and principles of art. Two‐ dimensional media including, but not limited to, drawing, illustration, painting, graphic design, photography, collage, and printmaking will be explored. The course guidelines are based on the College Board AP portfolio requirements and work should show evidence of conceptual, perceptual, expressive, and technical range in design. Submission of a portfolio in May is mandatory to receive AP credit.