Painting

In this course, students work with a wide range of painting
materials – both traditional and digital – to explore and experience
a variety of painting techniques, media, and historical approaches
to art. Students interpret and express the painter’s world in
mediums including acrylic and oil paint, gauche, watercolor,
and ink, as well as a variety of experimental media. They will also
learn to paint digitally on applications such as Procreate on the
iPad. Students will develop their sensitivity to color and learn
and become proficient in employing color theory in their works.
The works created during the course will utilize subjects from
observation and imagination, applying design and composition
principles. At the end of the semester, students will have at least
two images capable of going into a college portfolio in terms of
composition, craftsmanship, and creativity. This course will prepare
those students who are interested in taking higher level classes
like AP Studio Art or IB Art.