Art History CHS

Grade: 12

College/University: LaRoche University

This college level course provides students the opportunity to examine, in depth, the history of art starting with the European Renaissance to modern day. Students will explore the work of artists from the major art movements to better understand the social and historical context in which art was being created. Through lecture and class discussions, students will learn how to analyze and interpret various forms of art from painting and sculpture to architecture. Art History is a writing intensive course and will require proof of understanding through research papers, projects and four exams throughout the year. This course will familiarize students with the historical context in which art has transformed throughout time and teach students to be well versed in the visual communication of art.

Note: This course is for seniors in place of a fourth year language course

Drawing and Painting

Grade: 10-12

Students taking Drawing and Painting completed the Introduction to Art course and felt an interest in the two dimensional forms of art. This year long course will study in depth various forms of drawing and prepare students with the proper technique to begin painting. Drawing and Painting will teach students the elements and principles of art while unleashing their inner creativity through open project prompts and learning activities. Drawing and Painting provides students a vehicle for self expression and opportunity to learn an in depth study of two dimensional arts in an open and creative environment.

Prerequisites– A grade of C or higher in Introduction to Art or Introduction to Illustration

Students taking College Drawing will be introduced to 2 dimensional drawing techniques and concepts. This junior/senior course will educate students about line, value, perspective and composition within a variety of projects. Students will be given the opportunity to study anatomy, landscape, the figure, perspective and still life while also creating original works of art throughout the year. Students taking this course must complete the Introduction to Art course and has had at least one year of Drawing and Painting.

Ceramics and Sculpture

Grade Level 10-12

Students taking Ceramics and Sculpture have already completed the Introduction to Art course and felt an interest in the three dimensional arts. This year long course will provide students an in depth study of ceramics and lead students into the art of sculpture. Students will have the opportunity to work with a variety of materials to build and create original art work. Using the elements and principles of design, students will learn the basic technique of sculpture while discovering their creative and expressive side. Students will work individually on projects and have numerous chances to create art in a group atmosphere. Project critiques after every semester will help students learn how to analyze and discuss their peer’s art while providing positive and constructive feedback. Using artists from history and present day will help give students an insight on how art has transformed throughout the years and how their art has progressed within the class. Ceramics and Sculpture will provide students an in depth study of the various three dimensional art forms while showing students that creativity isn’t bound to a flat piece of paper.