Painting I
Available to students grade 9-12
In this studio course, students will study and practice painting techniques in a variety of media including oil paint and watercolor. Color theory and fundamentals of color mixing and brush handling are explored. Students will learn how to use the elements of art and principles of design as the key components of good composition in any work of art. Students will acquire the aesthetic skills to express ans communicate responses to experience. Finished paintings will include still life, landscape, etc. Teacher demonstrations and exemplars expose students to various style of painting from ancient to modern eras. and help to develop an appreciation for the visual arts. Through critiques and self evaluations, students will be able to assess the components of “good” art.
In this studio course, students will study and practice painting techniques in a variety of media including oil paint and watercolor. Color theory and fundamentals of color mixing and brush handling are explored. Students will learn how to use the elements of art and principles of design as the key components of good composition in any work of art. Students will acquire the aesthetic skills to express ans communicate responses to experience. Finished paintings will include still life, landscape, etc. Teacher demonstrations and exemplars expose students to various style of painting from ancient to modern eras. and help to develop an appreciation for the visual arts. Through critiques and self evaluations, students will be able to assess the components of “good” art.
Painting II
Available to students grade 10-12 that have successfully completed Painting I
This studio course builds upon the skills and art developed in Painting I. Students will be instructed in stretching and preparing canvas and watercolor paper and mixing and uses of oil and watercolor paint. Intuitive as well as classic color theory models will be explored. Strategies of painting which aid in the illusion of three dimensional and naturalistic color and light will be employed throughout this course. Subject matter includes still life, landscapes, and portraiture. Through critiques and self-evaluations, students will be able to assess the components of “good” art. As in any fine arts course, individual and inventive expression is encouraged.
This studio course builds upon the skills and art developed in Painting I. Students will be instructed in stretching and preparing canvas and watercolor paper and mixing and uses of oil and watercolor paint. Intuitive as well as classic color theory models will be explored. Strategies of painting which aid in the illusion of three dimensional and naturalistic color and light will be employed throughout this course. Subject matter includes still life, landscapes, and portraiture. Through critiques and self-evaluations, students will be able to assess the components of “good” art. As in any fine arts course, individual and inventive expression is encouraged.