Students are responsible for the cost of purchasing photo paper, film and developing. Printmaking Students in this course learn several printmaking techniques, including photo-silkscreen. Sketch-book assignments prepare for both abstract and realistic prints. Slide lectures cover the work of past and present artists in the field. Students provide their own paper and supplies.
Emphasis is placed on representational forms.
Examples from the history of art are used to support the projects. Slide lectures, building tours, and office visits provide a historical and current context. Students are responsible for their presentation supplies and document their work as partial fulfillment of the Advanced Placement program in studio art. This course emphasizes process, exploration, and discussion. Assigned projects, especially the construction of large forms, will challenge both the technical and aesthetic sensibilities of the individual.