Arts Today is a beginning art class that introduces basic art knowledge, basic perceptual drawing and design problems, and a variety of media and materials. Each student brings his or her own level of skills and personality to a creative resolution of the possibilities. Sequential and structured art history lessons will be presented, supplemented by lectures, critiques, videos, slides, individual papers and readings. Students will have hands-on experience in a variety of techniques and materials. This course is designed for the student who is highly motivated.
Emphasis is placed on analyzing documents and interpreting information from a variety of sources.
These activities are designed to develop the students ability to communicate ideas and to interpret those of others.