Drawing

This one-year course is designed with an emphasis on meeting the requirements of the College Board Advanced Placement Studio Art: Drawing examination and portfolio submission. This college-level curriculum facilitates the creation of a college-level portfolio of artwork demonstrating a mastery of drawing. Students engage a wide range of approaches and media to address various drawing issues through abstract, observational, and/or inventive works. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills either one elective credit or one Arts/Humanities credit required for high school graduation and may be repeated.

This one-year course provides students with a strong foundation for drawing through the study of basic techniques and the use of a variety of media and subject matter. Students participate in exercises in art appreciation and critique to learn to personally consider and judge art. Problem solving, creativity, and originality are cultivated through planning, art making, and reflection. The development and influence of drawing for communication and expression are integrated into learning. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.

This one-year course expands knowledge and skill through an in-depth study of tools, techniques, media, and subject matter, and is a continuation of Drawing I. Students extend the study of art appreciation and participate in self and group critiques while interpreting, defending, and judging art. Problem solving, creativity, and originality are expected in planning, art making, and reflection. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation for all cultures and their important contribution to our society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This course fulfills one of the elective credits required for high school graduation.