INTRODUCTION TO TWO-DIMENSIONAL ART
1 semester course, 1 credit, offered 1st semester – Prerequisites: None
(DOE Course Code: 4000)
A major emphasis will be devoted to the study and application of basic drawing and design skills and the elements and principles of art.
ADVANCED TWO-DIMENSIONAL ART
1 semester course, 1 credit, offered 2nd semester – Prerequisites: Passing grade in Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art (DOE Course Code: 4004)
Students in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art build on the sequential learning experiences of Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art. A comprehensive study of art history is covered this term as well as the study of related artists utilized during each lesson. A major emphasis is devoted to the study and application of color theory and the elements and principles of art.
ART HISTORY
1 Semester Course, 1 credit offered – Prerequisites: None
1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester Art History (DOE Course Code: 4024)
Students taking Art History engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production. Each section of Art History covered is based on themes and ideas that recur in every age. An art production lab will follow using one of the techniques/mediums represented in the foregoing section. The labs are a sampler of art making through the ages. The art products will be critiqued as a group, and field trips to museums are included in the course. Students discuss aesthetic and ethical issues related to the art world. This is a good course for academically oriented students who have no previous art experience as well as art-dedicated students who wish to deepen their knowledge of art history.
CERAMICS I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites:
1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art. 2nd semester: passing grader in 1st semester of Ceramics I
(DOE Course Code: 4040)
Ceramics I students engage in learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production. Students will be introduced to working on the pottery wheel. Students will learn various glazing and surface decorating techniques. Students will study current ceramic artists and the history of ceramics.
Second semester students will continue to explore wheel and hand-built designs and delve more into textural and glazing possibilities for surface designs. Students will continue to learn about current ceramic artists. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.
CERAMICS II
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites:
1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, passing grade in 2nd semester of Ceramics I. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester Ceramics II
(DOE Course Code: 4040)
Ceramics II students engage in learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production, and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students will use previously learned skills from Ceramics I and develop their own unique style and form of expression. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.
FIBER ARTS I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Fiber Arts I (DOE Course Code: 4046)
In the 1st semester of Fiber Arts I, students produce foundation work in the area of weaving, dyeing, and stitchery. Students create fiber art works utilizing processes such as foam core loom and off-loom construction, dyeing, and stitchery.
Students in the 2nd semester of Fiber Arts I produce works for their portfolios, which demonstrate a desire to explore a variety of ideas and problems. Students create fiber art works utilizing processes such as off-loom construction, dyeing, coiling, and soft sculpture construction. The emphasis is on fiber three-dimensional design concepts.
FIBER ARTS II
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, passing grade in 2nd semester of Fiber Arts 1. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Fiber Arts II (DOE Course Code: 4046)
Students in the 1st semester of Fiber Arts II produce works for their portfolios, which demonstrate a desire to explore a variety of ideas and problems. Students create fiber art works utilizing processes such as 4 and 8 harness loom and off-loom construction, dyeing, coiling, and stitchery. Students in the 2nd semester of Fiber Arts II are focused on a semester-long project such as garment construction, yardage of fabric, or three dimensional forms.
JEWELRY I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester, offered even years (2020) – Prerequisites:
1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art Advanced Two-Dimensional Art. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Jewelry I (DOE Course Code: 4042)
Students in Jewelry engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass students creating works of jewelry design and fabricating techniques including; wire work, stamping, sawing, piercing, filing, soldering, bezel setting, and salt water copper etching. Student learn to use equipment such as acetylene torches, hand tools, grinders, and polishers in a safe manner. Art museums, galleries, studios, and community resources are utilized.
SCULPTURE I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester, offered odd years (2021) – Prerequisites:
1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Sculpture I.
(DOE Course Code: 4044)
Students will choose a theme and the emphasis is carving, sculptural artists researched. Using materials such as plaster, clay, paper, and soapstone, wire, and found objects. Students create realistic and abstract sculptures utilizing the subtractive process of carving, construction, and assembling. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.
DRAWING I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art.
2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Drawing I. (DOE Course Code: 4060)
Drawing I is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production, and lead to portfolio quality works. Students create drawings utilizing processes such as sketching, rendering, contour, gesture, and perspective drawing, and use a variety of media such as pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, watercolor pencils, conté crayon, and pen & ink. They reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentation skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.
DRAWING II
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, passing grade in 2nd semester of Drawing I. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Drawing II. (DOE Course Code: 4060)
Students in Drawing II build on the sequential learning experiences of Drawing I, thereby encompassing art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production that lead to portfolio quality works. Students work on ideas and themes to develop an individual style. Students work more independently, creating drawings that utilize processes such as sketching, rendering, contour, gesture, and perspective drawing, and use a variety of media such as graphite and colored pencil, and oil pastels, charcoal, conté crayon, and pen and ink on traditional and non-traditional surfaces. Additionally, students use similar reflective writing and present their work. Further elaboration through art historical connections and career options is encouraged.
PAINTING I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, and a passing grade in 2nd semester of Drawing I 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Painting I. (DOE Course Code: 4064)
Painting I is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production, and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works. Students create abstract and realistic paintings, using a variety of materials such as mixed media, watercolor, and acrylics, but the primary focus of this course is oil painting. The reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgments about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art-related careers.
PAINTING II
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: passing grade in 2nd semester of Painting I. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Painting II. (DOE Course Code: 4064)
Students taking Painting II will engage in sequential experiences in art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production that lead to portfolio quality works. Within this context a student (1) may work realistically or abstractly, making informed decisions in order to express a mood and their artists perspective, (2) reflect upon the outcome of these experiences, (3) continue to explore a theme or technical approach based upon previous success and personal choice, (4) write about the process, (5) make presentations about their progress at regular intervals, (6) work both at home as well as in class, (7) explore career options in art, and (8) show their portfolio to an art school for scholarship consideration. Art museums, galleries, studios, and/or community resources are utilized.
PHOTOGRAPHY I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Photography I.
(DOE Course Code: 4062)
Photography is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in photography engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works, creating photographs, films, and videos utilizing a variety of digital tools and dark room processes. They reflect upon and refine their work: explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgements about artwork and the nature of art; relate are to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art related careers.
The 1st semester of Photography I introduces the medium by blending art and technology. Students create images utilizing a variety of film-based and digital tools. Students learn to technically control their cameras, enabling them to create images using the darkroom and computers. Students reflect on the projects via writing, research, and critiques. Assessments are based on student/teacher rubrics for participation, tests, and a final examination of projects.
The 2nd semester of Photography I includes the continuation of the first, raising expectations and requirements. The students apply conceptual, individualized projects while integrating digital work and historical darkroom processes. Emphasis includes the comprehension of Photoshop and the use of scanners and printers, concluding the course with a final public viewing of their work.
PHOTOGRAPHY II
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, passing grade in 2nd semester of Photography I 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Photography II. (DOE Course Code: 4062)
Photography is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in photography engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and production and lead to the creation of portfolio quality works, creating photographs, films, and videos utilizing a variety of digital tools and dark room processes. They reflect upon and refine their work: explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgements about artwork and the nature of art; relate are to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art related careers.
The 1st semester of Photography II begins with a review of camera functions and darkroom techniques. Student projects are based on community outreach by using the camera as a tool to create awareness of current societal issues. Students reflect on the projects via creative writing, extensive research, and conceptual-based critiques. Assessments are based on student/teacher rubrics for participation, tests and a final examination of projects.
The 2nd semester of Photography II includes the above information as well as an intensive study of digital photography including taking photos with DSLR’S, cell phones and flatbed scanners. An emphasis is placed on transferring images to MAC computers and cataloging their photos using Light Room and Photoshop for editing.
The students also work with time-based media by creating their own storyboards, screenplays, and overall direction of film. Students work also includes traditional film, digital, and historical processes. The students participate in several public shows, write artist statements, and utilize critiques for analysis of their work. A final portfolio in preparation for college entrance is required for successful completion of the course
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PRINTMAKING
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art. 2nd semester: passing grade in 1st semester of Printmaking. (DOE Course Code: 4066)
Printmaking is a course based on the Indiana Academic Standards for Visual Art. Students in printmaking engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass art history, criticism, aesthetics, and production that lead to the creation of the portfolio quality works. Students apply media, techniques, and processes with sufficient skill to communicate intended meaning. They create abstract and realistic prints using a variety of materials such as linocut, woodcut, stencil, silkscreen, photo silkscreen, and mono-print. They utilize processes such as etching, relief, and lithography to explore a variety of ideas and problems. Students reflect upon and refine their work; explore cultural and historical connections; analyze, interpret, theorize, and make informed judgements about artwork and the nature of art; relate art to other disciplines and discover opportunities for integration; and incorporate literacy and presentational skills. Students utilize the resources of art museums, galleries, and studios, and identify art related careers.
DIGITAL DESIGN I-I
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: 1st semester: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art 2nd semester: successful completion of the 1st semester of Digital Design (DOE Course Code: 4082)
Digital Design is an introduction to multimedia artistic production and aesthetics through a blend of art and digital technology. Students learn to use software effectively and creatively as a tool of artistic expression and communication. They create digital design and artwork incorporating a variety of techniques including: drawing with digital stylus pens and tablets, digital photography, scanned imagery, vector graphics, fonts, animation, video, and three-dimensional rendering. Students reflect on the outcome of studio experiences, explore contemporary and historical connections, write about processes, and participate in group critiques and presentations of their artwork at regular intervals. Career options, college and scholarship opportunities, local museums, galleries, community resources, and correlations to other disciplines are explored throughout the year. Project assessments are based on rubrics for evaluation of participation, process, and products. Final course grades are a combination of class participation, projects, quizzes, tests, electronic portfolio work, and a final exam.
Dual Credit is available through Ivy Tech-Central Indiana (Indianapolis) course number VISC 115.
AP STUDIO ART DRAWING: HONORS
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art with a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, Drawing I and II, Painting I or currently enrolled in Painting I, and/or student MUST have a portfolio review and permission of instructor (DOE Course Code: 4048)
This course is an intensive studio class designed for self-directed seniors who are seriously interested in majoring in art after high school. Students explore concept, refine craftsmanship, reflect on the outcome of studio experiences, write about processes, and participate in group critiques and presentations of their artwork at regular intervals. Career options, college and scholarship opportunities, local museums, galleries, community resources, and correlations to other disciplines are explored throughout the year. The Drawing portfolio addresses issues such as line quality, light and shade, rendering of form, composition, surface manipulation, the illusion of depth, and mark-making. Students’ portfolios demonstrate skills and ideas developed, refined, and applied throughout the course to produce visual compositions. Second semester students will submit a culminating portfolio of 15 to 20 college-level artwork and an artist’s statement explaining how your portfolio evolved throughout the course. This class may lead to AP credit in Drawing if students choose to take the College Board exam. If for any reason students choose not to take the AP College Board exam, they may choose to apply for Ivy Tech Dual Credit in VISC 111 Drawing for Visualization.
AP STUDIO ART 2-D DESIGN: HONORS
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, Drawing I, Digital Design, and/or Photography I; and/or student MUST have a portfolio review and permission of instructor (DOE Course Code: 4050)
This course is an intensive studio class designed for self-directed seniors who are seriously interested in majoring in art after high school. Students explore concept, refine craftsmanship, reflect on the outcome of studio experiences, write about processes, and participate in group critiques and presentations of their artwork at regular intervals. Career options, college and scholarship opportunities, local museums, galleries, community resources, and correlations to other disciplines are explored throughout the year. Second semester students will submit a culminating portfolio of 15 to 20 college-level artworks and an artist’s statement explaining how your portfolio revolved throughout the course. This class may lead to AP credit in 2-D design if students choose to take the College Board exam.
AP STUDIO ART 3-D DESIGN: HONORS
Full year course, 1 credit per semester – Prerequisites: Introduction to Two-Dimensional Art and a grade of a C or above in Advanced Two-Dimensional Art, Drawing I; and 2 or more semesters in Ceramics, Fiber Arts, or Sculpture; and 2 years of study in Ceramics, Fiber Arts, or Sculpture; and/or student MUST have a portfolio review and permission of instructor
(DOE Course Code: 4052)
This course is an intensive studio class designed for self-directed seniors who are seriously interested in majoring in art after high school. Students explore concept, refine craftsmanship, reflect on the outcome of studio experiences, write about processes, and participate in group critiques and presentations of their artwork at regular intervals. Career options, college and scholarship opportunities, local museums, galleries, community resources, and correlations to other disciplines are explored throughout the year. The 3-D Design portfolio involves decision making about how to use the elements and principles of art as they relate to the integration of depth, space, volume, and surface, either actual or virtual. Students” portfolios demonstrate skills and ideas developed, refined, and applied throughout the course to produce visual compositions. Second semester students will submit a culminating portfolio of 15 to 20 college-level artworks and an artist’s statement explaining how your portfolio evolved throughout the course. This class may lead to AP credit in 3-D Design if students choose to take the College Board exam.
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