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Art Classes Available
for Students in Grades 9-12
Art 1
Open to: 9
One Year Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will be introduced to several media and techniques
of art such as drawing, painting, printmaking, calligraphy,
sculpture, computer graphics, etc. The elements and principles
of design will be emphasized and students will study various
art movements, artists, artworks, and cultures. This course
is also open to grades 7-8.
$18 materials cost
Art 2
Open to: 9
One Year Course
Prerequisite: Art 1 or Instructor Approval
Content: Students will further develop skills by creating art using a
variety of media and techniques (such as drawing, painting,
printmaking, calligraphy, sculpture, computer graphics, etc.) and the
intentional selection of elements and principles of design to
communicate an idea. Visual literacy and perception skills will
continue to develop with the historical and cultural learning of
art. This course is also open to grade 8.
$18 materials cost
Art 3
Open to: 9
One Year Course
Prerequisite: Art 1 and 2 or Instructor Approval
Content: Students will demonstrate a higher level of sophistication and
accomplishment using more advanced techniques and media such as
drawing, painting, printmaking, calligraphy, sculpture, computer
graphics, the intentional selection of elements and principles of
design, and historical and cultural knowledge of art to communicate an
idea or emotion creatively through art.
$18 materials cost
Art Techniques
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will study the elements of design, principles
of composition and the various techniques used in art. Students
will learn the relationship of one color to another and learn
the skills needed to produce color variations. Emphasis will
be on the practical application of design in two and three-dimensional
art using line, shape, form, color, and texture.
$15 materials cost
Ceramics 1
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None; priority placement given to juniors and
seniors
Content: Students will develop skills while working with a variety
of techniques of hand-forming objects from clay such as pinch,
coil, slab, drape, and an introduction to wheel-throwing. Students
will also develop skills using a variety of glaze applications
and demonstrate knowledge of terminology and history of clay
processes.
$25 materials cost
Ceramics 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Ceramics 1
Content: Students will continue to develop skills while working with a
variety of ceramic techniques. These include coil, slab, drape,
pinch and wheel throwing. They will learn new decorating
techniques and firing processes. Students will also work with
experimental approaches to creating artwork.
$25 materials cost
Ceramics 3
Open to: 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Ceramics 1 and 2 or Instructor Approval
Content: Students will expand their ceramics knowledge in more
advanced technical skills while working with a variety of ceramic
techniques and a variety of clay bodies. Students will learn
a deeper history of ceramics, develop a portfolio, build a series
of pieces and work to develop an expressive voice. Students
will also gain an understanding in experimental approaches to
creating artwork that becomes a unique signature of the students’
ability level.
$25 materials cost
Ceramics
4
Open to: 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Ceramics 1, 2, & 3 or Instructor Approval
Content: Students will demonstrate a more sophisticated level of
mastery in creating sculptural and functional ceramic artworks.
Refining techniques and production of unique constructions are
emphasized as surface enhancements, combination structures, and glazing
techniques are emphasized. Students will continue to expand
portfolio of work and have opportunities to exhibit work in public
places.
$25 materials cost
Ceramics 5 & 6
Open to: 11, 12
One Semester Course (each)
Prerequisite: Ceramics 1, 2, 3, & 4 or Instructor Approval
Content: Students will continue to gain a mastery of wheel and
hand-building techniques and learn the procedures of assisting in clay
studio management. Mixing of glazes, loading kilns, operation of
pugmill and assisting with exhibits are part of the curriculum.
Exploration of techniques in pit firing, burnishing, and glaze charting
will be presented. Portfolios will continue to be expanded and
opportunities for individual exhibitions will be available.
$25 materials cost
Commercial Art 1
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Art Techniques or Drawing 1
Content: Students will learn basic lettering, layout, design and poster
production. Logo and advertising design will be studied using a variety
of tools including the computer. Various art styles, including
cartooning and illustration techniques, are explored for impact on the
commercial industry. Historical and contemporary printing
processes are studied and computer software is introduced to develop
layouts and design. An emphasis on career development
opportunities is also presented.
$15 materials cost
Commercial Art 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Commercial Art 1
Content: Students will study lettering, layout and design, and other
studio skills such as printmaking, and computer graphics as they
continue studying various illustration styles and learn of career
possibilities. Product label design, package layouts, and logo
design skills will be emphasized. Portfolios of work will be
created and opportunities for exhibiting completed projects will be
provided.
$15 materials cost
 Creative
Crafts 1
Open to: 9
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will develop skills while working with a variety
of techniques and media such as ceramics, fibers, jewelry, mosaics,
etc. They will recognize and demonstrate a working knowledge
of the elements and principles of design and learn about cultural
and historical significance of media and techniques. This course
is also open to grade 8.
$15 materials cost
Creative Crafts
2
Open to: 9
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Creative Crafts 1
Content: Students will demonstrate a higher level of sophistication and
accomplishment using more advanced techniques while working with media
such as ceramics, fibers, jewelry, mosaics, etc. They will
recognize and demonstrate a working knowledge of the elements and
principles of design and learn about cultural and historical
significance of media and techniques. This course is also open to
grade 8.
$15 materials cost
Creative Crafts 3
Open to: 9
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Creative Crafts 1 and 2 or Instructor Approval
Content: Student’s individual talent, ability and interest
will be further developed by using more sophisticated methods
in ceramics, sculpture, leather, fibers, jewelry and mosaics.
$15 materials cost
Drawing 1
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will focus on drawing techniques, design,
composition, and developing skill in creating a finished piece of
work. They will experiment with a variety of drawing media and
surfaces. Emphasis is on the ability to express creative ideas in
visual form.
$15 materials cost
Drawing 2, 3, 4
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Drawing 1
Content: Students will use a variety of methods and materials to
further explore the elements and principles of art as they relate to
drawing. Drawing from the illustrative point of view with an
emphasis on technical skill as well as creative ability is
stressed. Originality of artwork and style is developed with an
emphasis on content. Media used will be ink, ink wash, pencil, pastels,
colored pencils, charcoal, and mixed media. Students will learn
how to dialogue about their artwork, critique and write artist
statements. A portfolio of artwork will be created with
opportunities to display work in public facilities.
$15 materials cost
Painting 1
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Art Techniques or Drawing 1, Instructor Approval
Content: Students will experiment with various techniques and mixed
media as they explore composition in art. This course emphasizes
color theory, textural grounds in composition, and application of the
elements and principles of design. Color mixing in transparent
and opaque mediums will be practiced. Some of these can include oil,
acrylic, watercolor, dye, inks, tempera, or other materials. An
emphasis will be placed on gaining an understanding of control of the
medium applications. A portfolio of student progress will be kept and
opportunities to display finished pieces in public facilities will also
be provided.
$30 materials cost
Painting 2, 3, 4
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Painting 1, Instructor Approval
Content: Students will develop individual painting techniques
including more in-depth painting experimentation with opportunities
for advancing in both transparent and opaque painting. Advanced
painting curriculum offers the student opportunities to explore
alternative painting styles in realism, abstractionism, expressionism,
cubism, surrealism and impressionism. Techniques such as collage,
assemblage, airbrush, batik, and mixed media methods will also
be available. Thematic styles and production are emphasized
as students work to develop their own voice in visual expression.
Portfolios are created with many opportunities for exhibiting
work in public places.
$30 materials cost
Studio Design/Art, Advanced
Placement (Pilot completed at Capital High School: course
may be transferable to college credit - see individual instructor
for information.)
Open to: 11, 12
One Year Course
 Prerequisite:
Commercial Art or Drawing 3-4, or Painting 1-2 or 2-3, and Instructor
Approval
Content: This course prepares students for the AP Studio Design/Art
College Board portfolio examination. Students will develop portfolios
to show knowledge in selected areas, either drawing or 2-D design.
Areas to be covered will include light and shade, line quality,
rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation and illusion
of depth. Concepts of design will also be integrated. 2-D design
content areas include elements and principals of art, such as
line, shape, illusion of motion and space, pattern, texture,
value and color. Students will be asked to demonstrate these
concepts using such forms as graphic design, typography, photography,
printmaking, drawing, and painting. Work demonstrating specific
areas of concentration and breadth of understanding are submitted
as a portfolio for AP assessment.
Beginning Photography 1
Open to: 9
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Students will be introduced to the history and workings of the
camera, equipment, and procedures used in developing and printing of
film. Students will explore creative ways to communicate through
photographic compositions and special techniques of developing and
printing. A 35mm camera is required. This course is also
open to grade 8.
$25 materials cost
Beginning Photography 2
Open to: 9
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Beginning Photography or Instructor Permission
Content: Students will advance from Beginning Photography 1 and focus
on depth of study of the camera, equipment, and procedures used in
developing and printing of film. Students will further explore
creative ways to communicate through photographic compositions and
special techniques of developing and printing. A 35mm camera is
required. This course is also open to grade 8.
$25 materials cost
Photography 1
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: None
Content: Photography 1 is an introductory course to 35mm SLR camera
operation, care and maintenance. The history of photography will
be explored along with various techniques used by the early
photographers. Students will utilize light meters, focusing
systems, aperture and shutter speeds. Film type, exposure,
development processes and care of 35mm film will be emphasized.
Students will identify enlarger parts and functions, explore basic
printmaking methods, utilize filters, dodging and burning
techniques. Students will incorporate the art elements and
principles by exploring composition, depth of field, still photography
and action photography. Mounting artwork and displaying final
photographs will be emphasized. A 35mm SLR adjustable lens camera
is required.
$25 materials cost
Photography 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Photography 1 or Instructor Approval
Content: Photography 2 is the first of the advanced photo
courses. Students will explore advanced film exposure,
printmaking methods and chemical print manipulation. Students
will continue incorporating the art elements and principles by
exploring composition, available light, advanced action photography,
portraiture and an introduction to digital imaging. Students will
utilize a bed/negative scanner and/or digital camera to demonstrate
basic skills in Adobe Photoshop, or other imaging software, and produce
quality digital prints. Students will utilize spotting, mounting
and displaying final prints, as well as producing a final
portfolio. A 35mm SLR adjustable lens camera is required.
$25 materials cost
Photography 3
Open to: 10, 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Photography 2 or Instructor Approval
Content: Photography 3 is an advanced course that offers the student
experience using various film types, advanced alternative photography
and various camera formats relating to the commercial photography
industry. Students will explore fine art portraiture, basic
studio lighting techniques and color principles through means of
digital imaging and Adobe Photoshop, or other imaging software.
Students will be expected to mat or frame final artworks and create a
final print portfolio, resume and artist statement. A 35mm SLR
adjustable lens camera is required.
$25 materials cost
Photography 4
Open to: 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Photography 3 or Instructor Approval
Content: Photography 4 is an advanced course that offers the student
experience taking studio photographs, creating advertising media with
their own photographs and control exposures using a variety of film
formats. Students will explore advanced color principles,
production, evaluation and correction of color printing. Students
will demonstrate proficiency in using image manipulation programs,
controlling exposures using a digital camera and control print quality,
including large format. Students will be expected to mat or frame
final artworks, create a resume, artist statement and a final digital
print portfolio. A 35mm SLR adjustable lens camera is required.
$25 materials cost
Photography 5
Open to: 11, 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Photography 4 or Instructor Approval
Content: Photography 5 is an advanced course in which the student
will produce professional photographic prints, fine tune film exposure,
create an individual imagery style and mount an exhibition of their
photographs. Students are expected to work independently.
Students will also create a marketable product by utilizing imaging
technology and reproducing photographic media. Students will be
expected to research and comprehend the photography market and the
technology as used in industry standards. Students will explore
employability skills, conduct a job search, write a resume and create
an electronic portfolio. A 35mm SLR adjustable lens camera is
required.
$25 materials cost
Photography 6
Open to: 12
One Semester Course
Prerequisite: Photography 5 or Instructor Approval
Content: Photography 6 is an advanced course in which the student will
explore advertising media, work extensively in both studio and other
environments, and explore career pathways via internet. Students
will research entrepreneurship and comprehend how photographic imaging
relates to career pathways including printing, graphic arts and
journalism. Students will participate in an internship, co-op
training or observation within the professional photographic or
graphics industry that offers the student experience using various film
types, advanced alternative photography and various camera formats
relating to the commercial photography industry. Students will
create a final professional portfolio, update their resume and artist
statement, and include a letter of recommendation. A 35mm SLR
adjustable lens camera is required.
$25 materials cost
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