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Intro to Art

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This course is an introductory course that covers a very wide variety of art topics meant to familiarize students with Art. It is a very hand-on class where students get to try out all different types of techniques. Students submit pictures of their work for feedback. 


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Art - Independent Study

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Overview

Students will explore art and different techniques by learning the basic foundation. This will include vocabulary, a variety of techniques, and critiques of master works. 

Topics

There is a wide variety of topics...
  • Elements and Principles of Design
  • Use of Color, line, shape, balance
  • 3-d Collage, environmental art

Live Events

Students are required to attend 2 synchronous (live online) Art Critiques over the course of the semester. 

Critique Schedule: 
2/7 @ 3 - Unit 4 Critique
3/22 @ 12 - Unit 8 Critique
4/13 @ 10 - Unit 11 Critique
​4/25 @ 12 - Unit 13 Critique


*To sign up to attend, in Canvas, click on the calendar icon, then Scheduler.  

Supplies

There are some basic supplies needed for this course. Since many schools are rural, it is necessary to plan ahead and order or purchase supplies in advance. Materials list. 
Out of District students please click here for specific details regarding accessing your KPBSD course. 
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