Students will explore and produce a wide variety of art works in two and three dimensions in order to create a process portfolio (which will include a collection of art works, self-evaluations, idea sketches, handouts, notes and critiques). They will study many visual art focuses to be selected by the teacher from among: art history, the elements and principles of design, drawing and painting, printmaking, sculpture, crafts, commercial design, ceramics, fiber arts, and jewelry projects. Students will be required to have or purchase a sketchbook and an art portfolio (in which to collect art works), as well as other supplies required by the teacher.

In Art 2 and 3, the emphasis will be on applying the art skills learned in the basic course in a variety of individual projects, as well as learning and refining more advanced artistic techniques; in addition, students will learn advanced techniques in aesthetics and art criticism.

Prerequisites:
Art 2: successful completion of Art 1
Art 3: successful completion of Art 2

Information provided by:Frederick County Public Schools High School Course Guide