Fine & Performing Arts TheCheverusFineand PerformingArtsDepartment preparesstudentstobesuccessful in a diverseand ever-changingsociety through experiencesin thefineand performingarts. Theobjectivesof thedepartment areto: 1) encourageparticipation in and appreciation of musicand art, 2) foster creativityand develop technical skillsin performingmusicand creatingvisual art, 3) preparestudentsfor careersor professional schoolingin thosefieldsthat requirestrongpresentational skills, creativeproblem solving, effectivecollaboration, and an understandingof human experiences.
Visual Arts Introduction to Art Semester, ½ credit This class is an introduction course, providing students with a strong foundation in the basics of art. The course combines hands-on techniques, enriched with art history, art theory, and critique. Guided exercises will develop a base understanding of studio processes and practice of art. Students will develop understanding and application of observational drawing, color mixing, painting, elements of art, principles of design, and three-dimensional design. 2D Art Semester, ½ credit In this course students build upon their previous two-dimensional skills and knowledge from Introduction to Art: composition design, color theory, and basic drawing and painting applications. Students are introduced to more advanced 2D techniques and design concepts, such as collage, print-making, illustration, and graphic design. Students explore a variety of media and have opportunities to experiment with mixed media applications as well. Lastly, past and contemporary artists and art movements serve as inspiration to students throughout the course.
3D Art Semester, ½ credit This course builds upon foundational skills learned in Introduction to Art and focuses on the creation of three-dimensional art. Students learn design techniques to plan and execute artwork in a variety of media: clay, paper mache, metal, and mixed media. Students experiment with form and develop problem-solving skills to produce artworks that are both sculptural and functional. Art theory and history are incorporated into the course to enrich concept development and approach. . 34 2022-2023 Program of Studies
Drawing I Semester, ½ credit Prerequisite: Introduction toArt or permission of theinstructor This course focuses on the strength of two-dimensional art. Time will be spent on the fundamentals of drawing using various media including graphite, pen and ink, colored pencil, pastel, and charcoal. Students will explore creative and self-directed themes while gaining skills in observational drawing, anatomy and portraiture, design, and landscape drawing. Course material is regularly enriched with art history and group critiques. Painting I Semester, ½ credit Prerequisite: Introduction toArt or permission of theinstructor Painting students experience a series of exercises designed to develop fundamental skills and knowledge while painting with acrylic and watercolor paint. Through frequent instruction students delve into a multitude of interrelated activities exploring essential methods and skills. In a stimulating atmosphere students are encouraged to immerse and explore their artistic expression, uncover their talents, and develop the unique style of the whole person. A well-informed approach to the medium is enhanced by the study of works throughout significant artistic movements in history. Studio Art 1 credit Prerequisite: Introduction toArt or Drawing/ Painting
This is a course for students of proven interest and stresses the creative process. After reaching a level of proficiency at rendering the natural form, experimentation leads to deeper study into the fields of two-dimensional design, printing, three-dimensional design, sculpture, painting,
