Drawing I: This is an entry level drawing and two-dimensional design course open to students in grades 9-12. No prior skills or talents are necessary. This course teaches skill-development in drawing, composition, and expression. Students are encouraged to consider the content of work produced. Investigation of media is strongly emphasized.

Drawing II: This is an intermediate drawing course open to students who have had Drawing I. Students will continue development of drawing and compositional skills, and develop a portfolio concentrating on a theme or centralized concept. This semester course is strongly recommended to students who aspire to Advanced Placement Art in their senior year. Prerequisite: Drawing I.

Pottery I: This entry level semester course is open to students in grades 9-12. It offers basic skills in both handbuilding and wheel construction in clay, and introduces three-dimensional design using a variety of media such as: wire, plaster gauze, found objects, wood, etc. as sculptural material. Students who exhibit potential on the potter’s wheel may be recommended for Pottery II.

Pottery II: This is a self-directed semester course open to students who have shown exceptional potter’s wheel skill in Pottery I, and who have exhibited the proper motivation and responsibility according to guidelines set by the instructor. Students will develop a personal style as they become proficient in wheel throwing. Prerequisite: Pottery I. This course may be scheduled during a student’s free period, provided it fits with the instructor’s schedule. Consent of instructor required.

See examples of student work
at the online Art Gallery.