Completion in three semesters of art before entering the class and department recommendation with portfolio review.
This is an advanced studio course that offers highly motivated students an opportunity to build a portfolio of work that represents his/her individual strengths and interests in the visual arts and design. The emphasis of the course is for students to develop a cohesive body of work through sustained investigation of ideas, materials and art-making processes of their choice. Areas of focus include drawing, painting, photography, graphic design, digital illustration, fashion design, sculpture and architectural design. Students may select a particular area of focus or a multidisciplinary combination in constructing their portfolio of work.
*This course may be repeated (students are encouraged to select a new portfolio type - Drawing, 2D, 3D). Students may also choose to submit multiple portfolios of work for additional AP credits (up to three per year).
Students will:
- Creatively as well as systematically investigate formal and conceptual issues.
- Develop technical skills in the use of the elements of art and the principles of design.
- Develop skills in independent learning and critical thinking.
Students produce a series of projects throughout the year, which they are expected to present and discuss at regular class critiques. Additionally, all students are expected to keep a sketchbook of ideas, self-reflections and assignments. A digital portfolio is also developed over the course, which documents their studio process, research and experimentation. This course culminates with an AP Exhibition of each student’s final portfolio at the end of the year.