Advanced 3-D Art In this course, students continue the study of three-dimensional artwork through an investigation of various materials and the application of techniques. Those who came into this class from sculpture continue developing their expertise in that area while also being introduced to ceramics and other approaches to three-dimensional art. A similar statement can be made about students entering from the ceramics perspective. Students will be expected to exhibit their work in the annual art show. This course provides the opportunity for students to begin AP Studio Art: 3-D Design in their sophomore or junior year if they wish. Course length: One term Prerequisite: Ceramics II, Sculpture II or permission of instructor AP Studio Art: 3-D Design AP Studio Art is a rigorous but potentially rewarding process, in which students work towards submitting a well-polished portfolio for AP recognition. Students will continue to develop the artistic skills that they have developed in ceramics or sculpture. The AP process is a two-year commitment: in the first year, students take advanced 3-D Art and in the second year, they work in AP Studio Art building and submitting a 3-D portfolio. Course length: One term Prerequisite: Sculpture II, Ceramics II and permission of instructor; open to juniors and seniors only Printmaking This course is designed as an introduction to traditional methods of printmaking. Students design and construct basic relief, intaglio and paleographic techniques. The unique quality of the graphic aesthetic is emphasized along with the ability to produce original multiples through hands-on methods in print. Course length: One term Design I This course introduces students to design which is more than just a question of fashion or taste, but rather a way of asking fundamental questions to solve complex problems. Students are challenged to achieve a breadth of stronger design solutions in various media, including Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and GeoSketch, by exploring projects along the full continuum of design disciplines: branding, advertising, editorial dsign, creative interactive projects, video and motion graphics. Course length: One term AP Studio Art: 2-D Design AP Studio Art: 2-D design is a rigorous but potentially rewarding process, in which students work towards submitting a well-polished portfolio for AP recognition. This fullyear course is intended to address two-dimensional (2-D) design issues that involves purposeful decision making. Students are expected to end up with a portfolio that demonstrates mastery of 2-D design through any two-dimensional medium or process, including, but not limited to, graphic design, digital imaging, photography, collage, fabric design, weaving, illustration, painting and printmaking. The AP process is a two-year King’s Academy Course of Instruction 2013-2014 (February 2013)
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