Course Offerings:

Art and Design Department

Art & Design I

Prerequisite for all other art courses. Basic concepts of design necessary to appreciate, analyze and create works of art effectively. Intro to drawing, painting, art careers, and art of various styles, eras, and cultures. There will be required exhibits and community projects. 

Art & Design II  

Emphasis is on design and social aspects art work. Traditional to contemporary styles are explored. Continued development of 2-dimensional styles and techniques. Sculpture is taught with an emphasis in clay. Study of art history and design development includes the Ice Age to the Renaissance. There will be required exhibits and community projects.

Art & Design III 

Further study of 2-D and 3-D styles, including traditional crafts and folk arts such as batik, fiber art, block print, paper making, metals/glass and photography. Design concepts stressed. The study of art history and design include the Renaissance to the present. There will be required art exhibits and community projects.

Art & Design IV 

The course will include exploration of the contemporary art world, including the local area and applied advanced techniques. There will be units of independent study in either dimension according to the individual student’s interest. There will be required art exhibits and community projects.