Fundamentals in Art and Design
This course is the study of the principles and elements of design and how they are used in works of art. This foundation course is an exploration of various media and materials, including block printing, lettering, drawing, sculpture, papier mache, pen and ink, painting, and color theory. An introduction to computer art will also be explored.

Ceramics and Pottery 1
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit)
This is a course in techniques of hand-built pottery. Emphasis will be on individual creativity, structure, design, decoration and glazing techniques. The course is an introduction to ceramic scuplture and wheel-throwing.

Ceramics and Pottery 2
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit)
Prerequisite: Ceramics and Pottery 1
This course is a 2nd semester offering that builds upon techniques developed in Ceramics and Pottery 1. Students will develop skills in hand building, wheel throwing, and sculpture. In addition, students will learn decorating and glazing techniques.

Ceramics and Pottery 3
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit)
Prerequisite: Ceramics and Pottery 2
In this advanced course, students will pursue individualized paths of instruction in the areas of sculpture, wheel throwing and/or hand building.

Ceramics and Pottery 4
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit)
Prerequisite: Ceramics and Pottery 3
This course is a 2nd semester offering that builds upon techniques developed in Ceramics and Pottery 3.

Crafts
This art course includes fabric design, soft sculpture, leaded glass, stenciling, basketry, and folk art crafts. Emphasis will be on the elements of design and color and how they apply to these crafts.

Drawing and Painting I
Introduction to drawing and painting. Discussion and use of various media such as pencil, charcoal, conti crayon, pen and ink, pastel, transparent watercolor and acrylic painting on canvas. Students will learn the relationship of their study to works of art in history.

Drawing and Painting II
Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting I
Students will focus on an in-depth range of art experiences with a more involved use of two-dimensional materials. They will develop a more sophisticated independent judgment and sense of aesthetic value.

Photography
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit) Arts/Vocational Credit
This introductory course will explore basic 35mm black and white photography and give students skills needed to take successful photographs. Areas of concentration will include camera operation, film processing, darkroom processing and special darkroom techniques.

Photography II
(1/2 year, 1/2 credit)
Prerequisite: Photography I
This course is designed for students who have acquired basic knowledge of black and white photography. Students will create photographs based on the use of art elements and principles. Major emphasis will be placed on advanced technical and artistic application, experimental processes and problem-solving skills.

Sculpture I
Through the creation and manipulation of 3-dimensional space, this course will investigate the principles of 3-D design height, width and depth, as well as balance, symmetry, form, texture, color and rhythm. Students will use clay, plaster, wood, wore, paper products and various other materials.

Studio Art - Advanced Placement
Prerequisite: Drawing and Painting II and recommendation by AP teacher
Highly motivated students will do college-level work in studio art. AP candidates submit a portfolio of work to accommodate a variety of interests and approaches to art, including quality, concentration, and breadth.