CPA71 - Art 7      
1 trimester

This foundation course is designed to develop the student's understanding of the elements and principles of design. Each project concentrates on developing creative problem solving skills while working with a variety of materials. A computer project is also incorporated into this trimester of art.

FNA71 - Art 7         
1 quarter

This introductory art course expands the student's understanding of the elements and principles of design.  Each project concentrates on developing creative problem solving skills.  The students work with a variety of materials and tools including clay, paper, and computer drawing. 
    
FNA81 - Art 8         
1 quarter

This course continues to build on the skills presented in Art 7.  It is designed to stimulate the students' creative thinking and ability to expressive their visual ideas.  Students are encouraged to develop problem-solving skills working with two and three dimensional materials.  This course also provides experience in describing, analyzing, and exploring the components of color theory and elements of design.
    
FNA101 - Studio Art (9-12)       
1 year
1 credit
This is a foundations course divided into two separate components by semesters.  One semester focuses on 2-D techniques and one on 3-D techniques.  This course is currently being team taught, with students switching instructors at the beginning of each semester.  The 2-dimensional component of Studio Art focuses heavily on drawing skills.  Students are taught perspective, measuring, and shading.  Color theory and painting are also introduced.  Students spend time drawing from life and working on compositional skills.  Realistic and more abstracted projects are interspersed.  Students also work in a variety of materials including pencil, pastels, ink, and paints.  The 3-dimensional component focuses on the manipulation of form in space.  Special consideration is given to planning craftsmanship as students tackle the challenges presented by different mediums, including but not limited to clay.  Creative problem solving is paramount in bringing ideas into 3-dimensional form.  Students are encouraged to use materials as tools for personal expression.  This course fulfills the fine arts requirement for graduation and serves as a prerequisite and a solid foundation for advanced study in art. 

FNA201   Painting/Drawing I (10 12)                       
(Prerequisite:  Studio Art)
1 year                                 
1 credit
    
This Fine Arts course introduces students to acrylic paints, color mixing, stretcher construction and various drawing mediums.  Most assignments are based on representational subject matter which is used as a basis for learning more about composition and perspective.  Other assignments include a clay/ relief project based on a still life, an abstract painting/drawing, and art history research on related topics.  During the spring semester students visit the St. Louis Art Museum to see a relevant exhibit.

FNA202 - Printmaking (10-12)      
(Prerequisite: Studio Art)
1 year
1 credit
           
This studio course introduces several methods of making multiple prints of original compositions. The year will begin with an intense focus on craftsmanship and a complete understanding of the relief print process.  As additional printmaking techniques are introduced, students will be encouraged to use their imagery, compositions, and choice of technique as a means of creative expression.  Both individual and group projects will be assigned, as well as self assessment and critique exercises.  Some techniques that students will be working with are; relief printing with "easy cut" (using water based inks), linoleum block printing, watercolor monoprinting, stamping, dry point and several techniques of hand coloring.

FNA203 - Sculpture (10-12)       
(Prerequisite:  Studio Art)
1 year                                
1 credit

This course explores the three dimensional construction of objects in clay, wood, wire and other materials.  The class focuses on understanding the elements and principles of three dimensional design.  The students work on developing problem solving skills to construct outdoor sculptures and other projects with a variety of materials.  Learning the craftsmanship and conceptual skills needed for the creative process is integrated into each assignment.

FNA204 - Ceramics (10-12)       
(Prerequisite: Studio Art)
1 year
1 credit

This course introduces students to the sculptural and functional aspects of ceramics.  The students are divided into groups which allow them focused time to work both sculpturally and on the potter's wheel.  Work on the wheel introduces the fundamental aspects of functional pottery, while handbuilding projects encourage additional technical and conceptual skills.  Students study and explore all aspects of surface decoration techniques and glazes.   As the student's skills develop, the projects will increase in complexity and scale.

FNA301 - Painting/Drawing II (11-12)     
(Prerequisite:  Painting/Drawing I and approval of the instructor)
1 year    
1 credit
 
This course continues to build on the skills presented in Painting and Drawing I and serves as an introduction to oil paints.  Students are introduced to the history and techniques of oil paints while exploring representational subject matter.  Interspersed throughout the class are drawing assignments in various materials familiar to the students.  This class visits the St. Louis Art Museum in the spring semester.
 

FNA210 - Graphic Arts and Web Design (10-12)    
(No Prerequisite)
1 year        
1 credit

This class provides an introduction to Adobe Photoshop for the creation of imagery and design for both graphics applications and web development.  Basic design skills will be introduced, including composition and use of color for clear and dynamic visual communication. Students will use digital cameras, learn a variety of techniques for photo manipulation, and work on a variety of design projects that encourage the individual exploration of Adobe Photoshop.  Adobe Dreamweaver software is used for designing web pages.  Upon mastering the basic skills, each student will develop a web page.  This site will involve the students in every phase of web design, from planning web page content, layout, choosing color schemes and creating a logo and other imagery to be used throughout the site. 

This course will apply toward fulfillment of the two year arts requirement.