STUDIO ART I

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructors: Dr. Garrick, Mr. DeAngelis, Mr. Longo, Mr. Shockley

Studio Art I is designed for the student who is motivated to develop his/her artistic skills. Emphasis will be placed on two-and three-dimensional projects in a studio setting. The students will be encouraged to develop their self-expression while exploring a variety of media. Aspects of cultural and historical elements will be investigated. This course will focus on strengthening the student's perceptual concepts, visual imagery, and independence.

STUDIO ART II

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Garrick
Prerequisite: Studio Art I

Studio Art 1 is designed for the student who is motivated to develop his/her artistic skills. Emphasis will be placed on two-and three-dimensional projects in a studio setting. The students will be encouraged to develop their self-expression while exploring a variety of media. Aspects of cultural and historical elements will be investigated. This course will focus on strengthening the student's perceptual concepts, visual imagery, and independence.

STUDIO ART III

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Garrick
Prerequisite: 
      1. Successful Completion of Studio Art 1 and 2 with teacher recommendation.
      2.  Samples of most recent works of art: Self-portrait, Sketchbook, Journal writing, Two best works - all media accepted 

The Advanced Placement Studio Art Program gives high school students exposure to college-level experiences in art. Due to the rigorous standards that must be met, the AP course is offered in a two-year sequence. It is designed for seriously interested art students whose work will be submitted in portfolio form for evaluation at the end of the school year.  Emphasis is placed on drawing, painting, multi-media, and the development of creative conceptual decision-making. Students will need to work outside the classroom, as well as in it. A rigorous schedule of technical and conceptual assignments is required. Weekly homework, journal writing, sketchbook, and critique are ongoing forms of assessment.

STUDIO ART IV

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Dr. Garrick
Prerequisite: Studio Art III AP

The second year of Advanced Placement Studio Art requires students who have completed Studio Art 3 AP to continue their studies according to the mandated requirements of an introductory college-level art course. The portfolio of finished works will span all media, including 3-dimensional, graphic, and computer-aided works. In this year, the student must develop a concentration, or a series of artwork, organized around a compelling visual concept. The quality of work submitted must demonstrate creative understanding of the formal elements, as well as media skill, and a serious investigation of ideas that relate to art-making, history, aesthetics, and critique. The works submitted for the portfolio will include last year's as well as the present year’s work. Students are expected to work outside of class time, as well as research their subject matter, after school, at home, in a museum, or local art show.

GRAPHIC DESIGN I

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructors: Mrs. Peacock, Dr. Garrick

This first-year course will introduce students to industry-standard programs, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Animate, along with the basic elements of visual communication. The introduction prepares the foundation to propel students towards Graphic Design 2 and a career as a Graphic Artist.

Students will experience a hands-on classroom where they will learn to create digital illustrations, edit photos, and create basic animations that can be added to their design portfolio. Students who have successfully completed this course are encouraged to take Graphic Design 2. 

GRAPHIC DESIGN II

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mrs. Peacock
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design I.

A continuation of Graphic Design 1 with advanced exercises and projects demonstrating a thorough working knowledge of graphic design elements and principles. Emphasis is placed upon learning the business of graphic design and the role of the graphic designer as a member of a creative team. In this course, students will learn how to use InDesign for simple and complex layouts. Students will also be able to combine their knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop during the creative process. The creation of publications, ad campaigns, flyers, posters, business cards, books, magazines, and other graphic communications will culminate in a portfolio that can transfer to Graphic Design 3. This course should not be repeated. Students who have successfully completed this course are encouraged to take Graphic Design 3. 

GRAPHIC DESIGN III

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mrs. Peacock
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design I & II.

Graphic Design 3 will emphasize individualized projects, including the research and design process, which utilize problem-solving, critical thinking, and creative conceptualization for professional-level design. The students will be responsible for acting professionally while creating real-world-based design projects that emphasize the balance of word and image throughout the course, using various graphic design programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign. They will also revise some of their original designs from past graphic courses to be included in their final portfolio.

At the end of this course, students will have a portfolio ready to present to colleges and professional employers.

CERAMICS I

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructors: Ms. Trumpey, Mr. Shockley
Prerequisite: Studio Art I or Graphic Design I

This hands-on project course emphasizes the development of the skills and techniques required in the creation of ceramics. The art of wheel throwing will be introduced when applicable. The first part of the course will be centered on the creation of student-designed ceramic projects using a variety of ceramic materials and hand-building ceramic skills and techniques. Upon the completion of all hand-built ceramic pieces, the class emphasis will then turn towards glazing and the finishing of the ceramic pieces. Glazing skills and techniques of color structure, color theory, and brush/paint techniques will be explored. This class is open to any intro-level student. Students who have successfully completed this course are encouraged to take Ceramics II.

CERAMICS II

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Ms. Trumpey
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Ceramics I

This hands-on project-based course is to further advance skills and techniques learned in Ceramics 1. This course will develop advanced techniques of the three main hand-building techniques from Ceramics 1. The art of wheel throwing and wheel techniques will be introduced. Upon the completion of all hand-built ceramic pieces, the class emphasis will turn towards advanced skills of glazing and finishing ceramic pieces. Glazing skills and techniques of color structure, color theory, and brush/paint techniques will be furthered, and new techniques will be explored.

3D ART AND DESIGN AP

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Ms. Trumpey
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Ceramics II or teacher recommendation.

The AP Art and Design course framework is composed of course skills, big ideas, essential questions and enduring understandings, learning objectives, and essential knowledge. AP Art and Design skill categories delineate overarching understandings central to the study and practice of art and design. Each of the three skill categories consists of skills that encompass foundational to advanced learning over the span of the course. Students need to develop, practice, and apply these skills in a variety of contexts.

PHOTOGRAPHY I

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mr. DeAngelis
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Graphic Design I.

The objective of this course is to develop photography skills by focusing on: how to use a DSLR camera with assorted lenses and flashes; composition and theory through creative project based learning; the Art of Photography, how to create and critique; how to shoot in assorted light stations for different effects; in addition to enhancements and Digital Manipulation edits for several concentrations of photography. By the end of the year, students will have a digital as well as a handmade portfolio. Aspiring photographers will be asked to develop a concentration in photography (i.e. fashion, sports, nature, cars, concerts, social events).

PHOTOGRAPHY AP

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mr. DeAngelis
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Photography I.

Photography AP begins with identifying the techniques and compositional strategies used by the best. Students will find photographers they like and compare the differences in their photos through critique and reflections. In addition, technical skills such as off-camera flash, light reflectors, and assorted lenses will be explored and studied through project-based learning for the school and community. There will be a focus on workflow and file organization. Students will be expected to get photographs outside of the classroom.

ILLUSTRATION

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mr. Longo
Prerequisite: Studio Art I or Graphic Design I.

Illustration serves as a bridge between the digital and traditional worlds of artmaking. Students who take Illustration will gain experience in digital drawing and painting. Students in this course will utilize their skills to explore different commercial art fields. Beyond digital drawing, students may also use other art-making mediums such as pen and ink, marker, paint, watercolor, and more.  Some of the subjects that are explored in Illustration include Advertising, Comic Design, Fashion Design, Biomedical Illustration, Calligraphy, and more.

FASHION & INTERIOR DESIGN

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: Mr. Longo
Prerequisite: Studio Art I or Graphic Design I.

This class is an art class where students will explore the artistic and design influences on fashion and interior design through time, as they have evolved over the years. They will examine the Elements and Principles of Design related to both designs and explore them through a variety of media and techniques. This is a hands-on and project-based class, offering students a special opportunity to experiment and express their creativity and personal style through their work. Projects will include the study of drawing and painting techniques such as figure and garment drawing and painting, perspective drawing, and other related drawing skills. They will learn about how color theory affects design and how to apply it to garment and interior-inspired projects, such as clothing or a room concept. Students will explore various career opportunities in both fashion and interior design, including the marketing of a fashion product, as well as environmentally friendly technology and solutions in both industries. Students in this class will critique and share their final products and ideas to develop a sense of aesthetics and work constructively with their peers. They will be evaluated based on their investment in creativity, growth, classroom character, and participation. Opportunities are available for group and individual projects.

ART HISTORY AP

Length of Time: Full Year
Number of Periods Per Week: 5
Number of Credits: 5.00
Instructor: 

Art History AP is a course that explores the creation, the use, and the meaning behind significant works of art throughout time. Students enrolled in this course will develop informed responses to works of art and learn to interact with works of art beyond the creative process. Students will also learn about the art-making traditions of several cultures in order to understand the symbolism of art through a global perspective.