Visual Arts/Photo Design
Visual Arts
Course Description
The Visual Arts Comp I/Two-Dimensional (2-D) art course explores concepts of image and makes use of techniques in drawing, printmaking, lettering, painting, and collage.
The Visual Arts Comp II/Three-Dimensional (3-D) course explores concepts and techniques of construction, assemblage, and media manipulations. Historical and contemporary developments in art are explored. With teacher permission, a student may enroll in an advanced pathway course in this Fine Arts concentration.
The Visual Arts Comp I and II courses are prerequisites to all other Visual Arts courses.
After completing Visual Arts Comp I and II, students can concentrate in or explore the different Visual Arts disciplines, including Graphic Design, Sculpture, Photography, Pottery/Ceramics, Drawing and Painting, Crafts, Jewelry Making, and Printmaking. Students also can progress to taking AP-level courses in Drawing, Studio Art 2-D, Studio Art 3-D, and Art History. Students should speak to their Visual Arts teachers and counselors about the offerings at their school, as well as how to prepare to take the AP courses most appropriate to their interests and skill set.
Course Choices
Visual Art Comprehensive I
Visual Art Comprehensive II
The Visual Arts Comp I and II courses are prerequisites to all other Visual Arts courses.
Advanced Placement (AP) Course Choices
AP Studio 2D Design
AP Studio 3D Design
AP Studio Art Drawing
The Visual Arts Comp I and II courses are prerequisites to all other Visual Arts courses.
Course Choices
Drawing and Painting I
Drawing and Painting II
Ceramics and Pottery I
Ceramics and Pottery II
Ceramics and Pottery III
Ceramics and Pottery IV
Photography I
Photography II