Art 1 is an entry level studio art class for students in grades 9-12 which covers a range of traditional materials and experiences. First semester begins with drawing exercises and 2D design projects including perspective drawing, still life, drawing from imagination, pen & ink work, watercolor, color theory, and acrylic painting. Second semester includes collage, portraiture, figure work, and 3D sculpture.

Students will learn vocabulary pertinent to art which they will use when discussing and interpreting artwork. Some exposure to Art History is embedded in the class. For further study of Art History, it is recommended that students take Art History Honors or Art 2.

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Art 2 is a course designed to bridge the gap between Art 1 and AP Studio Art or IB/DP Visual Arts. This course builds upon the lessons of Art 1, medium exploration and the principles of art and design, taking students to the next level of artistic expression. Students will engage in elevated artistic discussion, pondering their role as artists, the nature of creativity, and how to develop discernible aesthetic taste. Art 2 will boost students’ readiness for AP Studio Art and art schools beyond high school.