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THE arts
Advanced Ceramics
Prerequisite: Completion of Ceramics II with an 85 average or better, or by teacher assessment. Open to students in grades 10 through 12.
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Advanced Ceramics is a semester-long course in which students will create a body of work that represents their unique visual voice as a ceramic artist. The class will reinforce fundamental hand-building construction techniques and include wheel-thrown projects, as well. Students will continue to develop their design and glazing applications, logging their progress in their sketchbook. They also will apply their knowledge of moisture content and care to forms for storage and optimal working conditions at clay’s various stages of production. Students will identify, examine and understand the aesthetic, stylistic and functional considerations of designing objects and communicating ideas. Project research, studio preparation and maintenance, time management and selfevaluation are essential elements to the individual’s success in this course.
Digital Photography
No prerequisite. Open to students in grades 9 through 12. Student must have a basic DSLR camera to use for the course.
Digital Photography is a semester-long course designed to develop skills in pixel-based photographic design and printing. Students create, edit, post and share their images electronically. This class includes frequent field trips into the Lynchburg community. Digital Photography includes the ability to see, appreciate and create self-expression through the lens and Photoshop. Students synthesize these elements to create a portfolio of work that reflects their newly developed skills. The assignments require students to think creatively and imaginatively, and encourage them to solve problems in an individual manner. Students participate in critiques in both individual and group settings.
VES provides the latest version of Photoshop. Students wishing to edit on their personal computers will want to purchase a one-year subscription to Creative Cloud Photography. Make sure you select the discounted plan for students to take advantage of reduced pricing.
