ARTS: VISUAL Artistic expression can take many forms, and the Visual Arts faculty offer classes in a variety of media, from foundation level to more advanced courses. Students are encouraged to build technical skills and creative awareness, as well as to develop a vocabulary to discuss and critique work. Students engage in coursework that broadens creative thinking while recognizing different learning styles. Process-oriented instruction, evaluation through participation, critique, and exhibition are all part of the learning environment. Yearlong Course AP 2D Studio Fall Semester Courses Advanced Portfolio Prep Introduction to Drawing/Painting,* Drawing/Painting, Advanced Introduction to Drawing/Printmaking* Drawing/Printmaking, Advanced Introduction to Studio Art* Introduction to B&W Photography/Digital Photo* B & W Photography/Digital Photo Advanced Introduction to Ceramics* Hand Building and Wheel Throwing, II/Advanced Introduction to Textiles and Construction** Spring Semester Courses Drawing /Painting* Drawing /Painting, Advanced Intro to B&W Photography/Digital Photo* Introduction to Ceramics* Introduction to Studio Art* Studio Art, Advanced Introduction to Sculpture Studio* Hand Building and Wheel Throwing, II/Advanced| Toolmaking: Invention and Design Introduction to Textiles and Construction** Textiles and Construction, Advanced** *These courses are taught from beginner level through intermediate and advanced within each semester offering. ** At the time of this publication, the Visual Arts Department is conducting a search for an upper school instructor. Students interested in Textiles and Construction should have a strong second choice in mind.
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