Visual Arts
VISUAL ARTS 9
Visual Arts 9 is open to artists of all levels. This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! Drawing ability is not essential, as you will learn the fundamentals of design, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and some art history. Experimentation and exploration in different media are an important part of this course. On completion of Visual Arts 9, you should be able to: demonstrate a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of art - the elements of design; a basic knowledge of drawing and painting techniques; possible printmaking and sculptural experiences, and lastly an appreciation and enjoyment of art and the art-making process.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 9: CERAMICS
You will learn the properties of clay, the use of tools and various hand building techniques to achieve success in making ceramic objects while working on projects that communicate ideas and express emotions. You will create personally meaningful artistic works that demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for personal, social, cultural, environmental, and historical contexts. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment. You will also learn how to apply underglazes and glazes to give your completed objects a professional finish. Projects include pinch pot creatures, coil pot vase and functional mugs. Students may also experiment with the basic centering techniques on the potter’s wheel.
PHOTOGRAPHY 9
An introduction to basic digital photography skills and procedures using Canon Rebel Cameras. Students will be working with composition and learning what makes a strong image. Students will learn the main functions of the camera along with the exposure triangle which includes the aperture, shutter, and ISO. In addition, students will be introduced to basic photography editing.
MEDIA ARTS 9: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Students will explore the design process, learning about the Elements and Principles of Design while using industry standard software (Adobe CC’s Photoshop and Illustrator.) They will create their own original content in a collaborative, studio-like environment.
Projects may include logo design, poster design, advertisement creation, digital illustrations, composite photos, and much more. Students will gain a strong understanding of the design process, from initial brainstorming with sketches, to final print production output. Students will also be responsible for creating an online portfolio to showcase their work.
MEDIA DESIGN: YEARBOOK OPEN TO GRADE 9 - 12
(Outside the timetable)
Yearbook class is a team of students working on designing and producing the entire book cover to cover. This includes layout, interviewing, digital photography, and computer work using the eDesign Program to produce the yearbook.
This is a class for individuals that are not afraid of going the extra mile to get the right photo or interview to make their spread look amazing. No experience required – we will teach you everything you will need to succeed.
ART STUDIO 10: GENERAL
Art Studio 10 is open to artists of all levels. If you have acquired a genuine liking and interest in art, Visual Arts 10 will help you expand on the fundamentals of design and apply this knowledge to artistic experiences such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture.
This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! On completion of Art Studio 10, you should be able to: demonstrate a good understanding of the elements and principles of design; develop your skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking and 3D art; support the emergence of an individual style, and establish a strong liking and appreciation for art, as well as the benefits of the art-making process.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 10: CERAMICS
Ceramics welcomes you regardless of your skill level. You will start where you are on your clay journey. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment.
If you have taken Ceramics 9, then this can be an intermediate level that builds upon the basic knowledge and skills you possess. Students will learn how to construct larger and more complex objects using hand-building processes. You will be introduced to basic pottery wheel throwing techniques and trimming. Surface decoration using texture, slip trailing, sgraffito, wax resist, and stamping will be explored as a method for creating a broader range of effects on ceramic objects. In addition, dip glazing will be introduced, giving students the opportunity to create more sophisticated finishes on their ceramic objects.
PHOTOGRAPHY 10
Photography 10 is open to all photographers of all levels. Students will learn basic digital photography using DSLR Canon Rebel Cameras and editing photos with Adobe Photoshop. Photo editing will be a large focus for this course. Students will learn how to fix blemishes, remove unwanted objects, emphasis colors to make your photos pop, create morphed animals and layer your images and so much more. Take this course to continue or start your love of photography and photo editing.
ART STUDIO 11/12: GENERAL
will help you expand on the elements of design and apply this knowledge to artistic experiences such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture.
This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! On completion of Art Studio 11/12, you should be able to: demonstrate a thorough understanding of the elements and principles of design; further develop your skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and 3-D art; support the emergence of an individual style, and develop a strong liking and appreciation for art, as well as the benefits of the art-making process. You may also explore independent projects which could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
PHOTOGRAPHY 11/12
Photography 11/12 is a continuation of digital photography using a DSLR Camera. Students will be approaching Photography as a Fine Art, focusing on the creative process, and developing conceptual ideas within Photography. Editing and manipulation using Photoshop and Lightroom will be another main component of this course. You may also explore independent projects, which could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 11/12: CERAMICS
Ceramics welcomes you regardless of your skill level. You will start where you are on your clay journey. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment.
If you have taken Ceramics 10, then in this course you will have the opportunity to combine hand building and wheel throwing techniques to create specialized sculptures and functional ware while working on projects specifically interesting to you. You will experiment with use your previous experiences with clay and glazes to create a body of work that addresses their individual needs as they pertain to the functional use of the objects; this may include pieces suitable for their Portfolio for post- secondary education. Directed study is also available for students interested in focusing on a methodology and are intrinsically self- motivated.
STUDIO ARTS 2D 11/12: DRAWING & PAINTING
This course is open to students in Grades 11 & 12 with a desire to focus on the continued development of their drawing and painting skills, as well as those who want to come and explore the potential in these two mediums for creating images!
You will complete a series of core projects, giving you exposure to a large variety of materials, processes, and tools. There is an emphasis in this course on focusing on technical skill, which includes using different drawing and painting strategies. Having gained new insight and experience, you will then have an opportunity to create work independently, where you choose the materials and styles you wish to focus on. These independent projects could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
MEDIA ARTS 11/12: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Students will explore the design process, learning about the Elements and Principles of Design while using industry standard software (Adobe CC’s Photoshop and Illustrator.) They will create their own original content in a collaborative, studio-like environment.
Projects may include logo design, poster design, advertisement creation, digital illustrations, composite photos, 2D animation and much more. Students will gain a strong understanding of the design process, from initial brainstorming with sketches, to final print production output. If students have taken Media Arts previously, their design skill and technical knowledge will be challenged with more complex assignments. Students will also be responsible for creating an online portfolio to showcase their work.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
IB IS A TWO YEAR PROGRAM AND STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY APPLICATION.
Higher Level requires 40 additional hours of instruction.
IB VISUAL ARTS 11/12
This course is open to everyone, and students do not need to be in the IB Diploma Programme to take this course. IB Visual Arts is a two-year course that allows students to explore a wide variety of art making methods and media. This course is meant for students who are interested in pursuing a post-secondary program that requires a portfolio of work, or for students who want to be challenged within their artmaking practices. IB Visual Arts will enable students to make artwork that is influenced by personal and cultural context, and students will have the freedom to create what they are passionate about; the course will help students become informed and critical observers and makers of visual culture across a wide variety of mediums. At the end of the second year, students will submit 3 major projects: a documentation of their art-making processes, an art analysis project, and finally an exhibition of their work over the two years. If you are someone who wants to challenge yourself in regards to art-making, who works well independently, and who wants to grow as an artist, this course is for you.
Visual Arts 9 is open to artists of all levels. This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! Drawing ability is not essential, as you will learn the fundamentals of design, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and some art history. Experimentation and exploration in different media are an important part of this course. On completion of Visual Arts 9, you should be able to: demonstrate a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of art - the elements of design; a basic knowledge of drawing and painting techniques; possible printmaking and sculptural experiences, and lastly an appreciation and enjoyment of art and the art-making process.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 9: CERAMICS
You will learn the properties of clay, the use of tools and various hand building techniques to achieve success in making ceramic objects while working on projects that communicate ideas and express emotions. You will create personally meaningful artistic works that demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for personal, social, cultural, environmental, and historical contexts. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment. You will also learn how to apply underglazes and glazes to give your completed objects a professional finish. Projects include pinch pot creatures, coil pot vase and functional mugs. Students may also experiment with the basic centering techniques on the potter’s wheel.
PHOTOGRAPHY 9
An introduction to basic digital photography skills and procedures using Canon Rebel Cameras. Students will be working with composition and learning what makes a strong image. Students will learn the main functions of the camera along with the exposure triangle which includes the aperture, shutter, and ISO. In addition, students will be introduced to basic photography editing.
MEDIA ARTS 9: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Students will explore the design process, learning about the Elements and Principles of Design while using industry standard software (Adobe CC’s Photoshop and Illustrator.) They will create their own original content in a collaborative, studio-like environment.
Projects may include logo design, poster design, advertisement creation, digital illustrations, composite photos, and much more. Students will gain a strong understanding of the design process, from initial brainstorming with sketches, to final print production output. Students will also be responsible for creating an online portfolio to showcase their work.
MEDIA DESIGN: YEARBOOK OPEN TO GRADE 9 - 12
(Outside the timetable)
Yearbook class is a team of students working on designing and producing the entire book cover to cover. This includes layout, interviewing, digital photography, and computer work using the eDesign Program to produce the yearbook.
This is a class for individuals that are not afraid of going the extra mile to get the right photo or interview to make their spread look amazing. No experience required – we will teach you everything you will need to succeed.
ART STUDIO 10: GENERAL
Art Studio 10 is open to artists of all levels. If you have acquired a genuine liking and interest in art, Visual Arts 10 will help you expand on the fundamentals of design and apply this knowledge to artistic experiences such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture.
This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! On completion of Art Studio 10, you should be able to: demonstrate a good understanding of the elements and principles of design; develop your skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking and 3D art; support the emergence of an individual style, and establish a strong liking and appreciation for art, as well as the benefits of the art-making process.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 10: CERAMICS
Ceramics welcomes you regardless of your skill level. You will start where you are on your clay journey. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment.
If you have taken Ceramics 9, then this can be an intermediate level that builds upon the basic knowledge and skills you possess. Students will learn how to construct larger and more complex objects using hand-building processes. You will be introduced to basic pottery wheel throwing techniques and trimming. Surface decoration using texture, slip trailing, sgraffito, wax resist, and stamping will be explored as a method for creating a broader range of effects on ceramic objects. In addition, dip glazing will be introduced, giving students the opportunity to create more sophisticated finishes on their ceramic objects.
PHOTOGRAPHY 10
Photography 10 is open to all photographers of all levels. Students will learn basic digital photography using DSLR Canon Rebel Cameras and editing photos with Adobe Photoshop. Photo editing will be a large focus for this course. Students will learn how to fix blemishes, remove unwanted objects, emphasis colors to make your photos pop, create morphed animals and layer your images and so much more. Take this course to continue or start your love of photography and photo editing.
ART STUDIO 11/12: GENERAL
will help you expand on the elements of design and apply this knowledge to artistic experiences such as drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture.
This course is designed to inspire you to appreciate the process of art making, as much as you will appreciate your finished work! On completion of Art Studio 11/12, you should be able to: demonstrate a thorough understanding of the elements and principles of design; further develop your skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and 3-D art; support the emergence of an individual style, and develop a strong liking and appreciation for art, as well as the benefits of the art-making process. You may also explore independent projects which could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
PHOTOGRAPHY 11/12
Photography 11/12 is a continuation of digital photography using a DSLR Camera. Students will be approaching Photography as a Fine Art, focusing on the creative process, and developing conceptual ideas within Photography. Editing and manipulation using Photoshop and Lightroom will be another main component of this course. You may also explore independent projects, which could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
STUDIO ARTS 3D 11/12: CERAMICS
Ceramics welcomes you regardless of your skill level. You will start where you are on your clay journey. Working at your own pace, you will design and construct sculptures and functional items in a relaxing environment.
If you have taken Ceramics 10, then in this course you will have the opportunity to combine hand building and wheel throwing techniques to create specialized sculptures and functional ware while working on projects specifically interesting to you. You will experiment with use your previous experiences with clay and glazes to create a body of work that addresses their individual needs as they pertain to the functional use of the objects; this may include pieces suitable for their Portfolio for post- secondary education. Directed study is also available for students interested in focusing on a methodology and are intrinsically self- motivated.
STUDIO ARTS 2D 11/12: DRAWING & PAINTING
This course is open to students in Grades 11 & 12 with a desire to focus on the continued development of their drawing and painting skills, as well as those who want to come and explore the potential in these two mediums for creating images!
You will complete a series of core projects, giving you exposure to a large variety of materials, processes, and tools. There is an emphasis in this course on focusing on technical skill, which includes using different drawing and painting strategies. Having gained new insight and experience, you will then have an opportunity to create work independently, where you choose the materials and styles you wish to focus on. These independent projects could support your comprehensive portfolio for any possible post-secondary art education.
MEDIA ARTS 11/12: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Students will explore the design process, learning about the Elements and Principles of Design while using industry standard software (Adobe CC’s Photoshop and Illustrator.) They will create their own original content in a collaborative, studio-like environment.
Projects may include logo design, poster design, advertisement creation, digital illustrations, composite photos, 2D animation and much more. Students will gain a strong understanding of the design process, from initial brainstorming with sketches, to final print production output. If students have taken Media Arts previously, their design skill and technical knowledge will be challenged with more complex assignments. Students will also be responsible for creating an online portfolio to showcase their work.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
IB IS A TWO YEAR PROGRAM AND STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY APPLICATION.
Higher Level requires 40 additional hours of instruction.
IB VISUAL ARTS 11/12
This course is open to everyone, and students do not need to be in the IB Diploma Programme to take this course. IB Visual Arts is a two-year course that allows students to explore a wide variety of art making methods and media. This course is meant for students who are interested in pursuing a post-secondary program that requires a portfolio of work, or for students who want to be challenged within their artmaking practices. IB Visual Arts will enable students to make artwork that is influenced by personal and cultural context, and students will have the freedom to create what they are passionate about; the course will help students become informed and critical observers and makers of visual culture across a wide variety of mediums. At the end of the second year, students will submit 3 major projects: a documentation of their art-making processes, an art analysis project, and finally an exhibition of their work over the two years. If you are someone who wants to challenge yourself in regards to art-making, who works well independently, and who wants to grow as an artist, this course is for you.