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General Information
High School Art is about growing your creativity and learning to express yourself. Any skill level is welcome if you’re open to learning. Just like any hobby or interest, the more you practice the better you will do. All classes will have sketch assignments due every other week related to your class and long term projects that we complete in class over multiple weeks. If you like art, enjoy beautiful things, are looking for therapy, want a challenge…whatever the reason, you should try taking an art class!
2D Art
2D Art focuses on drawing and painting. Students experience several media including: charcoal drawing, portraiture, pen and ink, printmaking, acrylic painting, watercolor painting, and pencil drawing. The class focuses on self-directed work in which students can explore the drawing or painting medium through a personal lens. We touch on several issues such as: social justice, critical observation, creation and the beauty around us, and the value of a human life.
3D Art
3D Art is everything not flat! Students are exposed to several types of sculpture making and at the end of the year are expected to take the one they enjoyed the best and build upon the skills they’ve acquired. Building materials include: wire, paper mache, nature, books, textiles, wood and clay.
Mixed Media
Mixed Media Art is a blend of both 2D and 3D art, relying heavily upon creativity. Students are challenged to think outside the box with nearly every project. They are pushing the boundaries of what art is and exploring what it means to create. They will gain drawing, painting and sculpting skills throughout the class. Being flexible and open to new ideas is a must for this class.
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