(see link  Visual Arts  )

The beginning student in art will be introduced to the uses of art elements (line, shape, pattern, color, etc.) on a wide variety of two and three dimensional art activities from painting and printmaking to sculpture and constructions

FA311 Painting Level 1 1 Credit

The beginning student in painting will learn how to work with color, value and texture using acrylic paints and a variety of exercises. As students gain skills and confidence they use their basic knowledge to produce still life, abstract color experiments and landscape paintings.

Prerequisite:

Pass Visual Arts, Drawing I, or Photography with a B- or better.

FA321 Ceramic Design I Level 1 .5 Credit

In this course students strive to learn a variety of techniques for working with clay in order to form both functional and sculptural pieces. No molds are used! Students design and create projects from start to finish. Creative thinking, problem solving, use of design elements and principals and technique mastery are emphasized in this course.

FA 331 Ceramic Design II Level 1 1 Credit

This course will focus on more complex projects than Ceramic Design I. Works formed using the potter’s wheel are demonstrated and required. Personal style, creativity, expression and design are emphasized in this course.

Prerequisite:

Pass Ceramic Design I with a B- or better.

FA351 Photography I Level 1 .5 Credit

Students will learn the fundamentals of black and white photography, use and care of simple and 35 mm cameras, photographic composition, developing and printing their own negatives and prints. The course will progress to advanced camera and darkroom techniques including action shots, use of lenses and combination printing. Using various photographic techniques, students will visually communicate their ideas through assigned and independent projects in editorials, advertising and photo essays. It is strongly recommended students provide their own 35 mm cameras for this course as there is never enough school-owned equipment to go around.

Prerequisite:

Pass Visual Arts, or Drawing I with a B- or better.

FA 361 Drawing I .5 Credit   (see link Drawing I )

This course is for the student who likes to draw and wishes to develop skill in this area. The first half of the course will introduce pen and pencil technique on both observational and creative subjects. The second half will stress composition, drawing the figure and face, proportions and using combined media.

FA 371 Drawing II 1 Credit

Students in this advanced drawing course will review art elements and drawing techniques on complex still life, figure compositions, portraits and landscapes. Students will create original self-portraits, illustrations and other studies that show creative use of art elements and media.

Prerequisite:

Pass Drawing I with a B- or better or permission of instructor.

FA381 Sculpture/Crafts .5 Credit

Three-dimensional work is the primary focus of this art course. Projects go beyond the flat surface into such areas as wire sculpture, woodcarving, weaving, tie-dying, plaster sculpture and macramé. The primary emphasis is on increasing student’s awareness of design within 3-dimensional structures, on integrating our multi-cultural heritage with studio artwork and to emphasize an art form that requires less emphasis on illusion, perspective and practiced drawing skills.

(see link Portfolio  )

Students who are planning to attend an art school or college will have opportunities to prepare portfolio-quality examples of their work and will learn presentation techniques in matting/mounting and preparing photographic slides. Students will be expected to work in a variety of media and will perform art related school activities such as posters, murals and exhibits. This course is offered second half of the year only.

Prerequisite:

Permission of the instructor and at least 2 art courses with a mark of B- or better.

(see link Portfolio  )

This course is a continuation of Portfolio I to continue to assemble materials for art school/college admission requirements. It is offered only first semester.

Prerequisite:

Pass Portfolio I with a B- or better.

FA491 Computer Art .5 Credit

This course will focus on using the industry-standard computer graphics programs, PageMaker and Photoshop to create graphic art. Students will apply the principles of design and develop skills with the computer programs. Projects will include commercial graphic design and personal expression using their new understanding of contemporary art.