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Fine Arts continued
PHOTOGRAPHY
S H E LT O N S C H O O L
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U P P E R S C H O O L C O U R S E C AT A L O G
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2023 - 2024
W W W. S H E LT O N . O R G
One semester, .5 credit
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This is an introductory course that will familiarize beginning photographers
with the basics of photography from visual, esthetic and technical viewpoints.
The course will seek to foster an understanding of digital photographic tools.
Students will be introduced to digital photographic techniques and new digital
technologies.
ART I — INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL ART
One semester, .5 credit
This class covers the basic elements and principles of design and serves as
a foundation for future art classes. Students learn that artistic skills can be
learned and are not simply a natural talent, and there is an emphasis on building
confidence through skill development. Each unit includes instruction, practice
activities, a major project, a critique of students’ works, and a written test. 2D
and 3D media are introduced, including drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics,
and collage, etc. Emphasis is placed on appreciating diversity in art and
evaluating the art of students, professionals, and masters.
ART II — INTERMEDIATE VISUAL ART
One semester, .5 credit
Pre-requisite: Art I — Introduction to Visual Art
This course builds upon the students’ understanding of the elements and
principles of design learned in the introduction course, with a greater emphasis
on projects. Through the works of major artists, students are introduced to the
four major philosophies of art and are encouraged to develop their own styles
and philosophies as they learn and improve their technical skills. Other topics
include portrait drawing, caricature, and sculpture. Additionally, each student
researches an individual master artist and completes a final project done in the
style of the master artist. Students are encouraged to enter art competitions
when appropriate opportunities exist. Student work will be displayed here at
school and students will participate in our annual Gallery Reception.
CERAMICS
One semester, .5 credit
Prerequisite: Art I
This class will allow students to focus on the medium of clay and explore its
possibilities. Class will include both handbuilding (pinch, slab, coil) and potter’s
wheel throwing, as well as glazing techniques. Time will be spent learning proper
safety and studio maintenance, and students will assist with tasks such as
wedging clay, loading and unloading the kiln, etc. Student work will be displayed
here at school and students will participate in our annual Gallery Reception.