ART I - ART FOUNDATIONS

Grade Level(s):  9, 10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Prerequisite(s): None

Course Description:  The student will develop art skills and a working knowledge of the elements of design that include an introduction into two and three-dimensional media.  This level provides students with opportunities to develop an understanding and an appreciation for art history.  The students will be required to keep a sketch journal throughout the semester.

ART II – INTERMEDIATE

Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12

Credit(s): 1

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Art I – Foundations

Course Description: Art II builds upon the successful completion of the Art I course. The course introduces the principles of design and builds upon prior knowledge of the elements of design. A continued emphasis upon art criticism, art appreciation and art history will enable the student to develop skills and knowledge in a variety of media. The students will be required to keep a sketch journal throughout the semester.

ART III – ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE

Grade Level(s): 11, 12

Credit(s): 1

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Art II – Intermediate

Course Description: Art II builds upon the successful completion of the Art II course. The course introduces the principles of design and builds upon prior knowledge of the elements of design. A continued emphasis upon art criticism, art appreciation, and art history will enable the student to develop skills and knowledge in a variety of media. The students will be required to keep a sketch journal throughout the semester.

ART IV – ADVANCED

Grade Level(s): 12

Credit(s): 1

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Art III – Advanced Intermediate

Course Description: Art II builds upon the successful completion of the Art III course. The course introduces the principles of design and builds upon prior knowledge of the elements of design. A continued emphasis upon art criticism, art appreciation and art history will enable the student to develop skills and knowledge in a variety of media. The students will be required to keep a sketch journal throughout the semester.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY I

Grade Level(s):  9, 10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Course Description:  This course explores at  a beginner level digital photography, design techniques,  printing processes and photo editing software to achieve a broad range of knowledge for creative expression. Historical  and contemporary photographers  and their contributions will be  explored.  A  student portfolio of photographs will be developed.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY II

Grade Level(s):  10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Prerequisite(s): Digital Photography I

Course Description:  This course explores at an intermediate level digital photography, design techniques, printing processes and photo editing software to achieve a broad range of knowledge for creative expression. Historical and contemporary photographers  and their contributions will  be explored. A student portfolio will be developed.