Grades are based on quizzes, tests and writing assignments. Students visit exhibitions and museums in Hanover and Boston and a trip to museums in New York City is possible. Students may take the Advanced Placement Art History exam at the end of the year. This course is the introductory drawing and painting course for sophomores, juniors and seniors. Projects help students explore the elements in conjunction with principles of visual organization, as they experiment with a variety of media and techniques.
Emphasis is placed on drawing accurately from observation as well as expressively stating an idea.
Some exposure to graphic design is included. This course provides the opportunity to explore the elements and principles of design as they apply to forms in three dimensions. A variety of projects teach students concepts of space and form. Projects include work with paper, wood and clay. This course introduces students to various techniques and ways of considering form.