Course Descriptions

Art Classes

Listed below are representative samples of Art courses. Not every course is offered every year. In all courses, students study their subjects in studio atmospheres.

Ceramics I

Introduction to ceramic techniques including wheel throwing, slab and coil hand-building and ceramic sculpture. Through a series of projects and discussions students will explore elements of form, design and surface treatment, as well as being introduced to the glazing and firing process.

Ceramics II

Prerequisite: Ceramics I
An intermediate level course where more advanced forms such as bottles, lidded containers and larger sculptures will be explored. Alternative firing processes such as ra ku and primitive firing will be introduced.

Ceramics III & IV

Special topics will be explored by the advanced student which may include sculptural forms, large thrown forms, porcelain, glaze mixing and kiln firing. Students will write proposals for the black, but may adjust their direction as their work progresses.

General Art

Introduction to basic two and three dimensional elements of art and design. Units covered will include drawing with one and two point perspective, drawing objects with shading, hand built ceramics and linoleum cut relief print making.

Oil Painting

Students will draw and/or paint on a daily basis. Their work will cover such art as still life, portrait, landscape and abstract forms. In addition, students will study the major periods to include classical, romantic, impressionistic and modern.

Watercolor Painting

Students will learn basic design and color theory through use of transparent watercolors. Students will draw and/or paint on a daily basis, experimenting with different techniques and styles. Exposure to art history will be integrated into the studio setting.

Printmaking

Students will learn printmaking techniques with an emphasis on linoleum and wood cut block prints. Drawing will be integrated into class and students will print black and white with multi-color print as a final project.

Independent Study/ Special Topics

Students may work on special topics through independent study on such subjects as fiber art, sculpture, jewelry, etc. A proposal must be submitted with a contract worked out with instructor. Instructor will set up a schedule for student to meet on a regular basis.

World Art

Students will be introduced to the art of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Students will study and make art that is traditional to a region, from masks, basket weaving, mosaic to paper cutting.

Videography (For Senior Students Only)

Working with a video cameras, students will learn the principles of putting together short films and demo reels, with a focus on sports, athletics, and dialogue (especially interviews). Students will work through the process of conceptualizing, shooting, and editing their own project for use with potential sponsors and college recruiters.