High School, Art & Architecture (Elective Courses)

** Prerequisite for Architecture II

In this course, the fundamentals of architecture are examined and perfected. While design is the main emphasis for this level, students should have a good background in basic mathematics. Students learn about the design process and explore the architectural concepts of space, form, function, and technology. Students learn how to create mechanical and freehand drawings, draw in 1, 2 and 3-point perspective, interpret and create floor plans, create orthographic and isometric drawings, understand drawing to scale, create blueprints, construct scale models, consult with groups on various approaches to design problems, address environmental concerns and conservation efforts, learn to render architectural styles, explore the history of architecture, reference the internet for architectural sources, and create computer renderings using CAD. Trips to or visits by working architects are anticipated.

[4/5 Periods Per Week]

** Prerequisite: Architecture I

This course is for the student who has completed the requirements for Introduction to Architecture 1 and plans possibly to pursue his or her architectural studies as part of their college education. Students reinforce skills they learned in the earlier course and focus on design techniques, as well as review and study the history of architecture; build scale models from plans and build vertically; understand shape, convex and concave, space, light, acoustics, circulation, enclosure, boundaries, path, threshold and portal; understand the use of planes and their relationship to patterns; consider issues dealing with commercial/public spaces, render hand illustrations using a variety of media; become aware of the need for conservancy and the need for buildings that reflect respect for environments and future generations and learn about the history and evolving technologies of modern architecture. Emphasis switches to vertical construction and consideration of public space vs. private space, as well as architectural production as a process of analysis, critique, and synthesis. Students study architectural design as a mode of cultural communication and imaginative experimentation. They work at a variety of scales with a variety of techniques in a variety of research situations while being asked to comprehensively address architectural problems. This course aims to broaden and deepen the students' awareness of architecture as a discipline as they work on preparing a portfolio for presentations to colleges.

[4/5 Periods Per Week]

This independent study course is offered to students who have successfully fulfilled the requirements of the Applied Arts Architecture track. Students interested in participating in this course should begin to discuss the nature of their project with a chosen faculty member in the spring of their junior year. The student chooses an area of concentration and the teacher acts as mentor.

All students must submit proposals for their area of study defining their goals and projects. The Art Department faculty will review this proposal and approval will be based on recommendation, merit, and commitment to the arts. The student artwork will reflect a personal statement that serves as a compilation of their architectural studies. The student will create an individual set of creative, high quality 2- and 3-dimensional architectural projects for possible use in a portfolio for admission to college. Work will include both renderings and drawing from life.

*Prerequisite for Fashion Design II

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the world of fashion design. They will acquire knowledge and skills related to the principles of fashion illustration and design by utilizing a range of media and a variety of techniques to create versatility in their work. Students will learn the proportions of the fashion figure (croquis). They will learn through the elements and principles of design as they pertain to fashion, and design terminology for apparel and recognition of design styles are also included as components of the course. Students will be required to demonstrate creative use of inspiration and design experimentation through various projects and a design journal and will be assessed on their knowledge of terminology, styles and applicability of the elements and principles. Museum and fashion show trips are planned.

[4/5 Periods Per Week]

** Prerequisite: Fashion Design I

This design course further encompasses the fashion design process from inspiration through production learned in Fashion Design 1. Students focus on developing the fashion silhouette and fabric rendering techniques using a variety of materials. Students study the interconnectivity between fabric weight/texture and garment representation based on rendered croquis. Principles and creative standards common to all design fields will be introduced. Projects will deal with pragmatic and creative issues. Assignments are progressive so that students will have the opportunity to establish their professional identity. They will utilize a range of media and a variety of techniques to create versatility in their work and portfolio. Additionally, sewing basics will be introduced to students. Students will be exposed to how a historical timeline of fashion is reflective of society. This will help to illustrate the ways in which material use has been affected by the technological changes in manufacturing. Museum, fabric store trips, and fashion show trips are planned.

[4/5 Periods Per Week]

This independent study course will be offered to those students who have successfully fulfilled the requirements of the Applied Arts Fashion track. Students interested in participating in this course should begin to discuss the nature of their project with a chosen faculty member in the spring of their junior year. The student will choose an area of concentration and the teacher will act as mentor.

All students must submit proposals for their area of study defining their goals and projects. The Art Department faculty will review this proposal and approval will be based on recommendation, merit, and commitment to the arts. The student artwork will reflect a personal statement that serves as a compilation of their fashion studies. The student will create an individual set of creative, high-quality projects for possible use in a portfolio for admission to college.

This independent study course is offered to those students who have successfully fulfilled the requirements of the Applied Arts Fashion track. Students interested in participating in this course should begin to discuss the nature of their project with a chosen faculty member in the spring of their junior year. The student chooses an area of concentration and the teacher acts as mentor.

All students must submit proposals for their area of study defining their goals and projects. The Art Department faculty will review this proposal and approval will be based on recommendation, merit, and commitment to the arts. The student artwork will reflect a personal statement that serves as a compilation of their fashion sewing studies. The student will create an individual set of creative, high quality 2-D and 3-D sewing projects for possible use in a portfolio for admission to college.