Fine Arts

Students are encouraged to choose at least one Fine Arts elective from among the following:

Painting

A One-semester course devoted to painting, using acrylic, watercolors, and oils.  Areas of concentration include self-portraits, landscape, and still life.  One semester, 1/2 credit. 

A One-semester course devoted to drawing, using pencil, charcoal, and ink.  Areas of concentration include life drawing, landscape (1- and 2-point perspective), and still life.  One semester, 1/2 credit. 

A One-semester course devoted to sculpture and printmaking.  mediums involved include ceramics constructivism, papier-mâché, serigraph, etching, and block carving.  One semester, 1/2 credit. 

A One-semester course devoted to computer graphics and digital photography using Adobe Photoshop 5, Corel Photo-Painting, Kais Supergoo, Painter Classic, and Corel Draw.  One semester, 1/2 credit. 

This lecture class presents the history of art from pre-historic to Post-Modernism.  Students will be tested over lecture and textbook material.  many visual references will be used to enhance the learning experience.  One semester, 1/2 credit. 

AP Studio Art

This course will address three major concerns that are constant in the teaching of art: (1) a sense of quality in a student's work; (2) the student's concentration on a particular visual interest or problem; (3) the student's need for a breadth of experience in the formal; technical, and expressive means f the artist.  All students will create a portfolio for submission to the AP College Board. 

The AP program in Studio Art is for highly motivates students who are seriously interested in the study of art and involves significant commitment.  all AP Studio Art students must have had pervious training in art and have the instructor's permission before enrollment.  Full year, 1credit.

Choir is offered to all students who enjoy singing.  Both beginners and experienced members are welcome.  choir is a fun way for students to gain confidence in their voices and develop their vocal and musical abilities.  the repertoire is varied and includes classical music and show tunes, as well as other styles of music.  the course culminates in an end of year dinner concert.  Other performance opportunities are offered throughout the year including assemblies, Baccalaureate, and the ISAS Fine Arts Festival.  Full Year, 1 credit.