FINE ARTS
One (1) year of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
ART- Visual and Dramatic
COURSE
Introduction to Art Fundamentals
Pottery
Crafts
Drawing
Graphic Design
Painting
Sculpture
COURSE #
6250
6255
6260
6265
6270
6275
6355
CREDITS
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
OFFERED
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
OPEN TO
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 9-12
Advanced Art: Design 121 – 2D
6475
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 11, 12
College Credit Option
Advanced Painting
Photography
Drama- see English Department
Interior Design- see FACS Department
6280
6285
1270
8240
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
.5 credit
Semester
Semester
Semester
Semester
Grades 10-12
Grades 9-12
Grades 10-12
Grades 9 -12
Introduction to Art Fundamentals
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6250
This class is a prerequisite to all other visual arts courses. Students will be introduced to the different
aspects of art including but not limited to drawing, painting, pottery, sculpture, art criticism, art history, and
aesthetics. Students will apply the elements of art and principles of design into their art work
Pottery
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6255
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art. This class will focus on creating three-dimensional works of art using
clay and ceramic materials. Students will learn the basics of hand building including pinch, slab, coil, and
slump. They will also experience throwing on a pottery wheel. Students will use a variety of glazes and
decorating techniques as well as become familiar with different firing techniques which may include Raku
and low-fire/high fire stoneware.
Crafts
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6260
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art
This class will introduce students to the multicultural side of art. Students will focus on multicultural crafts
which may include batik, tie-dye, handmade paper, clay, jewelry, and a variety of other projects.
Drawing
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6265
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art. This class will focus on two-dimensional work. Students will work
with several types of media which may include pencil, charcoal, pastel, markers, oil crayons, and other
non-traditional mediums. Students will study different techniques which may include stippling, crosshatching, contour, grid, 1-4 point perspective, and foreshortening.
Graphic Design
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6270
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art. This course is a basic introduction to graphic design. Students will be
introduced to the world of graphics and how it relates to the world. Students will focus on advertising,
layout, typography, history, and printmaking. Students should have a basic knowledge of computers and
will be creating an electronic portfolio as well as handmade designs using different printmaking
techniques.
Painting
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6275
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art. This class will focus on two-dimensional work building basic
knowledge of tools, materials, and techniques. Students will work with several types of media which may
include watercolors, acrylics, oils, as well as some mixed media. Students will learn color theory as well
as painting different subject matters. Students will also spend time investigating famous artists.
Sculpture
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 9-12
6355
Prerequisite: Introduction to Art. This class will consist of students creating three-dimensional design
in the form of modeling, molding, casting, carving, construction, and assemblage. Students will create
various types of sculptures using different mediums which may include clay, paper mache, plaster
casting, and other materials.
Advanced Painting
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 10-12
6280
Prerequisite: Intro to Art and Painting. Advanced Painting builds upon the foundations gained in
Painting class. This class increases knowledge of the tools, materials, and techniques used with various
painting media. Students will be able to paint on different surfaces as well as out in the community.
Photography
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 10-12
6285
Prerequisite: Intro to Art. This class will teach students the principles of photography, fundamentals of
art and the technological processes. Students will explore photography as a form of creative expression,
communication, and as a means of a way to record time, history, and culture.
Advanced Art: Design 121-2D
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 11-12
6475
Prerequisite: Intro to Art and 2 other high school art classes. College credit option from Northern
State University through Rising Scholars Program.
This advanced art fundamentals course emphasizes the organization of the visual elements and design
principles while exploring creative thought processes through art theory, concepts, materials, and
techniques.
Advanced Art Studio: Portfolio
.5 credit
Semester
Grades 10-12
6480
This class is designed for students who are serious about art as a career. Studio art is an independent
class offered to students to refine their skills and create artistic works reflecting their personal style and
talent. There is emphasis on quality of work, attention to and exploration of a particular visual style or
problem, and breadth of experience in the formal, technical, and expressive aspects of the student’s art.