2-Dimensional Art

This is an introductory course aimed towards students who desire a strong foundation in drawing, painting, collage and other two-dimensional mediums.  Students will learn how to apply the elements and principles of design when creating and critiquing works of art.  No perquisite skills are needed, as we will start where each student is at and will build on skill level and confidence as we go.  Media will include: pencil, charcoal, pen & ink, colored pencils, pastels, water-color, acrylic paint & more.

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3-Dimensional Art​

This is an introductory course aimed towards students who desire a strong foundation in sculpture and ceramics.  Students will discover the techniques and skills needed when working with various three dimensional mediums. No perquisite skills required. Media will include: plaster, clay, wood, paper mache, wire, fabric & more.

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Graphic Arts-Photography​

From the traditional medium of photography to the popular graphic art program, Adobe Photoshop, students will develop an understanding of the basics of photography.  In this class we will cover dark room policies and procedures, film development, printing, photo manipulation and more.  Students will learn how to produce effective images with 35mm and digital point and shoot cameras.

Prerequisites: Intro. to 2-Dimensional Art &/or 3-Dimensional Art (2 semesters) or be of junior or senior standing with permission from instructor.

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Independent Advanced Art

By permission from instructor only.  This course is designed for highly motivated art students who are able to work independently.  Students who enter this course must have taken one full year of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional art.  With this art foundation, we are able to explore techniques and ideas beyond what is covered in the introductory classes.  Students will also prepare a portfolio of their work for college entrance.

Prerequisites: Intro. to 2-Dimensional Art & Intro. to 3-Dimensional Art (2 semesters each).

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