Boston SMS Course

INTRO TO ART

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

A grade 9 introductory level art class. Students will learn basic art fundamental techniques and processes through hands-on experiences with assorted materials. The cultural, historical, and vocational aspects of art will be included. This one- semester elective will prepare the student for further high school art experiences.

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INTRO TO DIGITAL DESIGN

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

An introductory class that teaches the basics of digital art through projects and research using Adobe Creative Cloud. Students will explore various methods used to create and combine text, symbols and images in communicating ideas. Students will learn the theories of graphic design while producing real world projects.

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ART STUDIO

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

This studio class offers students the opportunity to explore a variety of traditional artistic processes and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media. Beginning as well as advanced art students will have opportunities for individual learning through class projects and activities.

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DRAWING AND PAINTING I

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

This course introduces students to essential concepts and skills in two-dimensional visual art. Students will learn basic drawing and painting processes such as shading, perspective, color theory, still life and gridding. Materials used will include pen, pencil, charcoal, pastel, watercolor, tempera, and acrylic paints. Sketchbook work is required.

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DRAWING AND PAINTING II

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

This course is designed for students who want to pursue an advanced level of drawing and painting and have appropriate experience or ability. A wide range of assignments and art materials will encourage the exploration of individual creativity. Students will be expected to submit weekly sketchbook assignments and develop portfolio-quality work.

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3D ART

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

This class is an overview of basic skills used to create three-dimensional works of art. With an emphasis on studio production, this course is designed to develop higher-level thinking and technical skills. Students will work with wire, paper, plaster, clay and recycled supplies. They will learn the sculpture processes of carving, casting, modeling, and assemblage.

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DIGITAL DESIGN

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

A class for those with a range of digital art skills. Students will work with Adobe Creative Cloud to produce artistic imagery and creative expressions. In this project-based class, students will learn image manipulation, graphic design, visual literacy, and the principles and elements of art and design.

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FILM DESIGN

  • VISUAL ART ELECTIVES
  • ACP

Making a film is an exciting and collaborative process. You and your teammates will explore the elements of creating a short film. Groups will use various digital resources to create content to be edited into original digital shorts. This practical, hands-on course will show you the basics of writing, budgeting, scheduling, prepping, shooting, editing, and […]

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