Fine Arts
The Fine Arts Department offers opportunities in both the visual and performing arts. The visual arts program is designed to develop students' visual perception, aesthetic awareness, critical judgment and historical perspective while teaching the skills and techniques of a variety of media. Courses are offered for both novice and experienced students with Advanced Placement courses providing the opportunity for further concentration culminating with a portfolio submission. Visiting artists and gallery exhibitions offer additional learning experiences for students. Through a sequential and developmental curriculum, students learn to analyze works of art while acquiring the skills of fine craftsmanship and exploring their own personal visions. Students should emerge with confidence in their own skills of self-expression as well as an informed appreciation of the expressions of others.
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At any 300-level studio course, students are expected to produce work of sophisticated conceptual and formal quality, and to develop a sense of their own artistic style working in 2 and 3 dimensions with a media concentration. Written project statements will be important components of the presentation of all studio assignments. 300 level critiques will be rigorous and honest, with the paramount goal of improving the effectiveness of each student's artwork as well as their mechanisms of presentation. Entrance into 300 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the chair of the department.
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A well-documented and well-executed series of projects will be produced by the student and directed by the art faculty member who teaches the media that the student wishes to study. Students are encouraged to consult with members of the Visual Arts Department both within and outside of their chosen media during the planning and execution of the projects. Entrance into 400 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the chair of the department.
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A well-documented and well-executed series of projects will be produced by the student and directed by the art faculty member who teaches the media that the student wishes to study. Students are encouraged to consult with members of the Visual Arts Department both within and outside of their chosen media during the planning and execution of the projects. Entrance into 400 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the chair of the department.
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At any 300-level studio course, students are expected to produce work of sophisticated conceptual and formal quality, and to develop a sense of their own artistic style working in 2 and 3 dimensions with a media concentration. Written project statements will be important components of the presentation of all studio assignments. 300 level critiques will be rigorous and honest, with the paramount goal of improving the effectiveness of each student's artwork as well as their mechanisms of presentation. Entrance into 300 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the chair of the department.
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A well-documented and well-executed series of projects will be produced by the student and directed by the art faculty member who teaches the media that the student wishes to study. Students are encouraged to consult with members of the Visual Arts Department both within and outside of their chosen media during the planning and execution of the projects. Entrance into 400 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the chair of the department.
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At any 300-level studio course, students are expected to produce work of sophisticated conceptual and formal quality, and to develop a sense of their own artistic style working in 2 and 3 dimensions with a media concentration. Written project statements will be important components of the presentation of all studio assignments. 300 level critiques will be rigorous and honest, with the paramount goal of improving the effectiveness of each student's artwork as well as their mechanisms of presentation. Entrance into 300 level courses must be approved by the faculty member teaching it and the Chair of the Department.
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This year-long course prepares advanced students who have demonstrated advanced abilities in digital photography for AP 2D/Photography. Self-motivated, disciplined students will be given the opportunity to practice their skills and be encouraged to experiment as they independently work towards building their portfolio.
*Requires departmental permission.
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Students in this course will create a high-quality, working portfolio with a maximum of 20 works of art, which will be sectioned as 2D Design, Drawing, or 3D Design. The portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in practical experience of art. It requires many extra hours of self-motivated, disciplined work.
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This course is part of the National Advanced Placement Program that allows high school students to receive college credit before enrolling in higher education. The students will create a high-quality, working portfolio with a maximum of 20 works of art. The portfolios are designed for students who are seriously interested in practical experience of art. It requires many extra hours of self-motivated, disciplined work. *Prerequisite: Digital Photography I and II, plus junior or senior standing and departmental approval.
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The first ceramics course explores the possibilities of clay as a medium for creating sculpture and pottery. The course will stress various hand building techniques, glaze application, and creative problem-solving skills.
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Ceramics II will refine the techniques learned in Ceramics I. Advanced students will develop a personal style, and produce larger and more challenging projects. Project designs are required, and students will submit project proposals and schedules.
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Digital Photography I is an introduction to photography as an art form, a communication tool, and a record of history. This course will help the students become well rounded in the fundamentals of digital photography. Beginners will learn to experiment with digital manual camera controls in order to achieve creative results as well as become adept with smartphone photography. Students will be given assignments in and out of class based on what they are learning, following up with constructive critiques of work. Focusing on technical skills, lighting, composition, and output through the use of photo editing software/apps will provide the tools necessary for students to develop a strong foundation in the medium.
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Digital Photography II is an intermediate-level photography class for students who have good technical camera skills, a solid basis in post processing software and apps, and an understanding of the fundamental concepts of composition and light. Many genres, methods, and applications will be explored as students are given the opportunity to experiment with digital, traditional, and alternative photographic processes.
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Digital Photography III is an advanced-level photography class for students who have completed Digital Photography I and II. Student agency is required as they will be given assignments in and outside of class followed by constructive critique and feedback. Many genres, methods, and applications will be explored as a personal artistic vision and style begin to emerge.
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Drawing is a basic in all visual arts education. This course will teach a student to “see” things differently and give the student the opportunity to develop his/her own style. A variety of methods and media further prepare the student for future study in Bayside’s visual arts program. Directed art critique is an important element of this course.
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In Drawing II, students will continue to explore a wide variety of dry media (pencil, charcoal, graphite, pastel, crayon, conte) and wet media (pen and ink, watercolor, etc.). Students gain technical skills that will be helpful for the pursuit of an Advanced Placement portfolio.
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This course is designed for art students who want to enhance their creativity and technical art skills through mixed media approaches to making art. The course explores the combination of art making processes such as collage, printmaking, and photo transfer with traditional drawing and painting media. In Mixed Media I, students will work to enhance their drawing skills throughout the course and maintain a mixed media sketchbook.
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This course is designed for art students who want to enhance their creativity and technical art skills through mixed media approaches to making art. The course explores the combination of art making processes such as collage, printmaking, and photo transfer with traditional drawing and painting media. Mixed Media II will continue to build upon skills and artistic processes learned in Mixed Media I.
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Painting I covers traditional painting techniques and introduces many innovative processes. Relying on the background the student built in Drawing and Composition, this class includes the use of a variety of painting media such as watercolor, acrylic, tempera, and oils. Through art history, the student will study styles of painting that have had the greatest impact on the art world. Original works will be created using exploration and interpretation of styles and concepts from former works.
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Painting II is a course for students who have secured the skills from Painting I and are ready to move on. This class includes the use of a variety of painting media such as watercolor, acrylic, tempera, and oils. Through art history, the students will study styles of painting that have had the greatest impact on the art world. Original works will be created using exploration and interpretation of styles and concepts from former works.
Vikki FinchUpper School Art Teacher / Visual Arts Department Chair(251) 338-6449
