Welcome

9 years ago


The visual arts program offers students a complete art experience with explorations in the classics such as painting, drawing, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, and crafts. In addition to gaining confidence and skill working with a variety of mediums, students will learn about the history, analysis, and appreciation of art. 

Art in school is both a body of knowledge and a series of activities. Learning in art has four basic components. The goal of art education is the development of these areas:

Art Production (making art)

Art Criticism (responding to and making judgments about the qualities of a piece of art)

Art History (acquiring knowledge about the contributions artists and art have made)

Aesthetics (understanding the nature, meaning, and value of art)

 

        
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ART I

8 years ago

Art 1 Course Description and Assignments

ART 1 students will be introduced to the elements of art and principles of design through the exploration of a variety of media. Students will develop skills in drawing, painting, and design. Projects may include such media as pencil, pen, ink, charcoal, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, tempera, block printing, and clay. Students will have the ability to express themselves through a series of projects and sketchbook assignments throughout the semester.

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ART II

8 years ago

Art 2 Course Description and Assignments

Drawing and painting are basic forms of visual communication and integral skills for artistic expression. The Art II course challenges students to explore styles of drawing and painting throughout art history. Students will be introduced to several 2D media and techniques including; graphite, charcoal, pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic. Emphasis will be placed on developing skills necessary for free-hand sketching, rendering, and creative expression by utilizing the elements and principles of design. Students will develop skills to creatively solve design problems while communicating personal expressions in each artwork they create

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PAINTING & MIXED MEDIA

8 years ago

Painting and Mixed Media Course Description & Assignments

Painting and Mixed Media is an advanced level course that builds on the skills introduced in Art I and Art II. It presents a more in-depth study of observational and abstract approaches to drawing, painting, printmaking, and collage. Students will gain an understanding of how to use different art mediums and gain self-confidence in their art skills. Emphasis will be placed on the creative thought process, individual creativity and craftsmanship. 

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Community Projects
Wright Center Dental Clinic

Junior and senior art students created these two canvases to be showcased in the renovated Oral Health clinic, within The Wright Center for Primary Care Mid Valley.

Community Projects
Festival of Trees

Art Club created a tree for the Lackawanna County Festival of Trees. The theme if Roaring Twenties! Our tree will be on display in the Marketplace at Steamtown until January 8, 2018.