* Help students identify areas that are strengths in terms of their artistic expression.

* Develop appreciation of the role and discipline of an artist

* Explore in depth the development of an artistic work which expresses student’s problem-solving abilities, craftsmanship, and communications

* Increase appreciation for variety of cultural expressions in artistic works

* Explore aesthetics of development of artwork

Syllabus:

* Explore advanced principles of drawing, painting, clay/pottery/sculpture

* Develop approach to artwork creation in chosen area of art media

* Evaluate progress of artwork, with attention to principles of design

* Practice self-evaluation and critique of other’s artwork

Ceramic Syllabus

GOALS OF THIS CLASS:

* Increase awareness of arts in society, as displayed in diverse cultures, lifestyles, and activities

* Create works of art which emphasize creative solutions, attention to detail, self-expression, and completion

* Explore and create with variety of artistic media which demonstrate principles of art downed in nature and history of art

* Investigate history of art and current art developments; create written reports

ACTIVITIES:

* Clay

-- Hand-building

-- Sculpture

-- Pottery on wheel

* Experiments with mixed media