Focusing on 2-dimensional design, students work with a variety of media such as pencils, charcoals, pastels, watercolors, and acrylics. The course addresses shading, depth, color theory, layout, and painting, and integrates appreciation, criticism, and art history into its content.

At this level, students are expected to build on skills, experiences and philosophies learned in Studio 1. Critical and creative thinking are incorporated as a more in-depth problem solving approach through the use of a variety of media. College portfolio preparation, class critiques and art history are emphasized. Prerequisite: Completion of Studio Art 1 or teacher recommendation.

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.

At this level, students are expected to build on skills, experiences and philosophies learned in Sculpture One. Students will continue to explore materials such as clay, paper, plaster, wire, wood, metals, glass, ceramic, and found objects. Students will begin to develop conceptual ideas and explore areas of personal interest through three-dimensional mediums.

Sculpture 3 challenges students to build upon the concepts and skills previously developed. More emphasis is placed on independent study with a focus on sculptural movements and their relevance to student work. Students have the opportunity to develop concentrations in areas of personal interest. The freedom to formulate ideas within their concentration and experimentation of media is encouraged. Critique and art historical reference continue to be part of the learning process at this level. Prerequisite: Sculpture/3-D 1/ Sculpture/3-D 2 or teacher recommendation.

# (9, 10, 11, 12) 1 credit Comic and Animation 1 is a design oriented course focused on comic facial and figure design, story construction, animation, visual narratives, lettering, imagery related to the written word, and two dimensional design. Students experiment with a variety of traditional media and computer graphics through the Adobe Creative Suite.

# (9, 10, 11, 12) 1 credit This beginning course is for students interested in learning the fundamentals of graphic design. Students use drawing skills as well as computer graphic software such as Adobe Illustrator within the Adobe Creative Suite. The course addresses layout, color, lettering, illustration and advertising.

# (10, 11, 12) 1 credit This second level course builds on skills and concepts studied in first level comic & animation and graphic design courses. The course is designed to educate students on the ever-changing digital world, as well as to provide hands-on experience with industry standard software and equipment. Topics covered in Digital Design class may include graphic design, animation, and web design through Adobe Creative Suite programs. Prerequisite: Completion of Comic & Animation 1 or Graphic Design 1, or teacher recommendation.

# (9, 10, 11, 12) 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.

# (10, 11, 12) 1 credit At this level, students are expected to build on skills, experiences and philosophies learned in Photography 1. Students are introduced to classic photographers while exploring the different genres within photography. Students will further develop prior knowledge of this medium in more advanced ways of creating, through film processing, image manipulation, and appreciation of photography as an artist’s tool in communicating ideas and exploring personal visions. A strong emphasis will be placed on thematic work.

Photo 3 is intended as a continued exploration of concepts and techniques learned in digital and darkroom photography. 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.

# Advanced Art & Design Honors (11, 12) 1 credit This third-level advanced course intensifies and expands previous media experiences and offers additional problem-solving challenges. Students are expected to synthesize what was taught in their chosen concentration of medium of studio materials, digital media, or three dimensional materials. Students are encouraged to explore individual style and are expected to create a large body of work which shows clear personal vision. Work is done in and outside of class. A strong emphasis is placed on art history and contemporary art practices. Prerequisite: Level 2 art course or teacher recommendation.