Introduction to Art
Introduction to Art Grades 9-12 0.5 Credit
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all other visual arts courses except “Art, Society, & Activism.”
In this introductory visual arts course, students will explore a variety of mediums, artistic processes and various forms of expression through the Elements & Principles of Design. Throughout this semester-long course various movements and genres in art will be viewed through the lens of Design Elements and Principles. Each student will have the opportunity to explore a variety of mediums ranging from two dimensional techniques such as drawing and painting to three dimensional techniques such as sculpting and casting. Technical ability is not a necessary prerequisite for this expressive, creative, and fun class for all levels of artists from beginner to experienced.