Art 1
Art 1
Mr. Berrodin and Mr. Head
(One semester, ½ credit, 9, 10, 11, 12)
Prerequisite: None
It is amazing how easy drawing can be once you’ve been shown how to see your subject. Art I class is designed for the beginning art student and focuses on building a strong drawing foundation through various drawing mediums. No prior ability in drawing or general art is needed. Projects are designed to strengthen the student’s foundation of drawing skills and understanding of “seeing” objects as they exist in space. Many of the projects will also strengthen the learner's ability to shade and manipulate mediums to create an improved aesthetic quality in the students’ artwork. Throughout the semester class, the student is exposed to various art technologies, art history, criticism, and societal meaning through their many projects and mastery of the basics. Art I is the prerequisite class for all other art classes offered, including Computer Art, Sculpture, Photography, and all the advanced art classes listed below.
Fee: $30.00
Color Theory
Color Theory
Drawing
Drawing
Art 2
Art 2
Mr. Berrodin
(Two semesters, ½ credit per semester, 10, 11, 12)
Prerequisite: Art I
Art II allows students to develop further and broaden their skills and knowledge learned in Art I. It is geared towards beginning and experienced artists. You will demonstrate basic technical skills using a variety of mediums, allowing you to gain experience in general art, including concept development, experimental approaches, technique, and formal compositional concerns. Figure drawing is introduced to the Art II student to enhance an already established foundation developed in Art I. Naturalism and proportions are emphasized. It is with this course that an in-depth exploration of different mediums is initiated. Watercolors, oil paints, pastels, technical pens, and mixed media are a few of the mediums introduced. Computer art, art history, criticism, aesthetics, and art in society are also carried over from Art I as an integral part of the curriculum.
Fee: $40.00
Pen&Ink
Pen&Ink
Pen&Ink
Pen&Ink
Charcoal Still Life
Charcoal Still Life
Charcoal Still Life
Charcoal Still Life
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Monochromatic Watercolors
Monochromatic Watercolors
Monochromatic
Watercolors
Monochromatic
Watercolors
Watercolor
Watercolor
Watercolor
Watercolor
Watercolor
Watercolor
Art 3
Art 3
Mr. Berrodin
(Two semesters, ½ credit per semester, 11, 12)
Prerequisites: Art I, II
ART III provides the interested art student with opportunities to further enhance artistic skills while developing independent work habits and judgments. Areas covered include: Advanced figure drawing,
varieties of mediums, portraiture, abstraction, the construction of original paintings, visual literacy, creative thought, and the mastery of already established drawing skills are the focus of this course. Mediums are reintroduced to enhance the student’s proficiencies in those areas. Students are provided the opportunity to experience independent study and large-scale paintings. Computer art, art history, criticism, aesthetics, and art in society are continued. Creative self-expression will stem from past knowledge of the art elements and principles. Portfolio preparation will be highlighted.
Fee: $45.00
Life Drawing
Life Drawing
Watercolor On Canvas
Watercolor On Canvas
Watercolor
On Canvas
Watercolor
On Canvas
Watercolor On Canvas
Watercolor On Canvas
Pastels
Pastels
Pastels
Pastels
Pastels
Pastels
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Oil Paints
Art 4
Art 4
Mr. Berrodin
(Two semesters, ½ credit per semester, 11,12)
Prerequisites: Art I, II, currently enrolled in or completion of Art III
The student will be given an opportunity for specialized and technical instruction in art according to their individual interests, knowledge, and skills. The attitudes necessary for success in the field of art, whether as an amateur or a professional artist, are emphasized. Students will develop an innovative and self-driven art portfolio, which will contain examples of critical thinking and their best work. Sophisticated drawing skills and experimentation in a wide range of mediums are the foundation of Art IV. More independent study is provided, and students are encouraged to explore an area of keen interest. Creative self-expression will stem from past knowledge of the art elements and principles. Computer art, art history, criticism, aesthetics, and art in society are emphasized.
Fee: $50.00
