The arts program at CVCSD is designed to meet the national and state standards using a progressive art curriculum. Within a studio environment, students will develop a foundation of artistic techniques as well as an understanding of various materials and processes. In addition, students will create works that explore different subject matter, topics and themes. Through group and individual critiques, students will reflect, interpret and evaluate art work using the language of art criticism. By exploring artifacts from different cultures and historical periods, students will discover home time and place influence visual characteristics of artwork as well as the effect of art on different societies.
| Grade 8 - Accelerated Studio | Units: 1 | Semesters: two |
This course is for the 8thgrade students that have a serious interest in Art. Selection into this program will be based on your Art 7 portfolio, which may include other examples of your work and an interview. One semester is Drawing & Painting. The second semester is Studio in Design & 3-Dimensional Art. These course descriptions are listed below. |
| Studio in Drawing & Painting | Units: 0.5 | Semesters: one |
This is an introduction to basic skills and information needed to prepare the beginning art student for further study in the arts, and to meet the requirements set forth by the State Board of Regents. The fundamentals of drawing are taught with the use of a variety of media such as pencil, pen & ink, charcoal, and pastels. An introduction to painting is part of the course with lessons in color mixing, blending, and application. Media such as watercolor, tempera, and acrylic paint are used. These experiences increase the students' understanding of art and their esthetic sensitivity. Studio in Drawing & Painting is a prerequisite for all advanced studio courses. |
| Studio in Design & 3 Dimensional Art | Units: 0.5 | Semesters: one |
This course is designed to meet the state and national standards in art. This course is an introduction to basic skill and information needed to prepare the beginning art student for further study in art. The fundamental of artistic design (Elements and Principles of Design) are taught along with the basic skills needed to create three-dimensional artwork. Students will use various mediums; clay paper mache, wood, metal, plaster, fiber, cardboard and other found objects to create works of art. Students will be introduced to the uses and influence of three-dimensional art on various societies and cultures, historical and present. |
| Studio in Sculpture (3-Dl) - Sculpture, Ceramics, Jewler, Mixed-Media & Crafts | Units: 1 | Semesters: two |
Prerequisite: Studio Art This course is designed to meet the state and national standards in art. The course is designed to introduce the study of the three-dimensional arts through form and function. The students will create a collection of artworks that will represent various techniques and mediums. The students will develop the technical knowledge and skill needed to create three-dimensional works or art through hands-on projects that develop skill and artistic understanding in various mediums; sculptural media, clay paper mache, wood, metal, plaster, fibers, cardboard and found materials. |
| Studio in Ceramics | Units: 0.5 | Semesters: one |
Prerequisite: Studio in Sculpture This course is designed to meet the state and national standards in art. This course is designed to continue the study in ceramic art. The students will create a collection of art work in clay; based on a range of individual and collective experiences. The students will explore various advanced techniques and methods within the creation of clay arts. The students will participate in the production of clay and glazes. They will also be introduced and participate in various firing techniques. Students will reflect upon, interpret, and evaluate works of art using the language of art criticism. Students will explore ceramics and artifacts from various historical periods and world cultures to discover the roles that art plays in the lives of people of a given time and place. Students will gain an understanding of how time and place influence visual characteristics of artwork as well as their effects on various societies. |
BCC College Art 399 - Three Dimensional Design BCC: Art 106 | Units: 0.5 | Semesters: fall |
3 College Credits Prerequisite: Studio in Sculpture or Studio in Ceramics The fundamental purpose of the course is to create a visual dialogue between form and space. An emphasis will be in creating a visual sensitivity within three-dimensional composition, utilizing the core principles and elements of design. The projects will be centered on building a relationship through structural process and the methods of form building. The object of this course will be to create a visual and structural relationship defined by developing sensitivity and awareness of our spatial environment. Aesthetic and functional elements of three-dimensional design are explored. Through reading, projects, lectures and field trips, techniques are explored to assist in heightening awareness. This enables the student to understand the functional and aesthetic examples of the three dimensional environment. Emphasis is placed on studio projects. |
| BCC College Art 399: Ceramics I - BCC: Art 130 | Units: 0.5 | Semesters: Spring |
3 College Credits Prerequisite: Studio in 3-D and Studio in Sculpture or Ceramics The fundamental purpose of the course is to create a visual dialogue between form and space. An emphasis will be in creating a visual sensitivity within three-dimensional composition, utilizing the core principles and elements of design. The projects will be centered on building a relationship through structural process and the methods of form building. The object of this course will be to create a visual and structural relationship defined by developing sensitivity and awareness of our spatial environment. Aesthetic and functional elements of three-dimensional design are explored. Through reading, projects, lectures and field trips, techniques are explored to assist in heightening awareness. This enables the student to understand the functional and aesthetic examples of the three dimensional environment. Emphasis is placed on studio projects. |
| Independent Study/Portfolio | Units: 0.5 or 1 | Semesters: one/two |
Prerequisite: Studio Art This course is designed to meet the state and national standards in art. The course is designed to help students meet their additional art credits for graduation, counter scheduling conflicts or non-art classes, and develop a portfolio for graduation and college review. Pre-approval from teacher and counselor is necessary. |
| Drawing and Painting I | Units: 1 | Semesters: two |
Prerequisite: 1 Unit of Studio This is an advanced drawing and painting course planned to develop the techniques, concepts, and skills learned in the Studio courses. The students will be encouraged to develop and improve his/her individual strengths through problem solving and class critique. |
| Design and Illustration | Units: 1 | Semesters: two |
Prerequisite: 1 Unit of Studio This course provides the opportunities for the student to produce drawings, paintings, pen and ink, collage, etc. that are specifically used for publication, product design and packaging, and general advertising projects. The student is made aware of practical applications for artwork and the function of the artist in the marketing world. Work composed by the students will be abstract as well as realistic. |
| Advanced Art III | Units: 3 | Semesters: two |
Prerequisite: 3 Units in Art Courses This course is structured towards the serious art major. It is based on the student's preference of media and technique and their ability to work independently. The student and teacher establish time structure, goals and objectives. Emphasis is on the preparation of an art portfolio (for college entrance or employment interview) as an end product. This course is a mandate for a Regents art credit. |