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Art and Media
Fine Arts Pathway
Art Fundamentals (2 terms B860)	Advanced 3D Art (1 term B863)
2D Art (1 term B869)	AP Studio Art (2 terms B867)
Advanced 2D Art (1 term B862)	Art: Independent Study (1 term B868)
3D Art (1 term B871)
Graphic Arts Pathway
Intro to Graphic Communication (2 terms B822)	Emerging Technologies in Graphic Communication  (2 terms)
Commercial & Advertising Art (2 terms B824)	Graphic Internship (2 terms)
Game & Art Design (2 terms)	Graphics Portfolio (2 terms)
Photography Pathway
Photography I (1 term B856)	Photography: Independent Study (1 term B857)
Photography II (1 term B859)
Theatre Pathway
Theatre Arts (1 term B135)	Theatre Arts Independent Study (1 term B139)
Video Production Pathway
Video Production I (2 terms B146)	Film Studies (1 term B170)
Video Production II (2 terms B155)	Video Production Independent Study (1 term B149)
Additional Art & Media Electives
Fashion Design I (1 term B846)	Interior Design II (1 term B849)
Fashion Design II (1 term B848)	Interior Design or Fashion Design: Independent Study  (1 term B845/B847)
Interior Design I (1 term B844)

 

Art Fundamentals (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 

Art Fundamentals is an introductory course that explores a variety of 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional approaches including: drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpting. Previous art experience is not necessary for this course, as each student will create and grow artistically at their own level. The goal for students is to express and share their personal narratives and voice through the creation of art. Over the course of the semester, students will gain a better understanding of why we create art, and the importance that art plays in our culture. Art Fundamentals is a prerequisite for advanced studio art courses. If interested in pursuing advanced art courses, it is recommended to take Art Fundamentals as a freshman or sophomore.

 

2D Art (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Art Fundamentals for Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors; Seniors no prerequisite required 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $30.00 

Be creative. This course will focus on using drawing and painting media to refine artistic techniques and develop your personal style. Students will use critical thinking and the artistic process to make unique artworks that express their personal ideals, philosophy, and point of view. Express yourself–as artists you have the power to make change. All people question life and all art is an expression of our thoughts, hopes, and dreams. 

 

Advanced 2D Art (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: 2D Art 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $30.00 

If you loved 2D Art and want to continue to explore drawing and painting, this course will allow you to push your skills even further. Students will work to refine conceptual ideas and artistic merit by working with a variety of media and developing their own projects to expand their personal portfolio. If you know you would like to complete a 2D AP Portfolio, this is a great class in which to hone your skills. 

 

3D Art (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Art Fundamentals for Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors; Seniors no prerequisite required 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr Elective 

Fee: $40.00 

If you love sculpting, or are thinking about giving it a try, this class is for you. Projects focus on helping students reflect on their life experience, express their opinions, and share their point of view through the creation of 3D art. Students will get to choose to work in clay, mixed-media sculpture, or even create a garment for Rock the Runway. Necessary techniques will be taught to ensure the success of all. Come join 3D art for a unique art making experience. 

 

Advanced 3D Art (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: 3D Art 

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 

Do you love sculpting, and want to push your 3D skills further? Take Advanced 3D Art as it will build on the clay and mixed-media sculpting skills taught in 3D Art and introduce you to a new material metal. In Advanced 3D you will be able to choose projects that highlight your artistic voice and vision while also deciding the 3D media in which you would like to work. We will focus on discovering your personal style, advanced technique development, portfolio building and risk taking in your work. If you know you would like to complete a 3D AP Portfolio this is a great class in which to hone your skills.

 

Advanced Placement Studio Art (2 terms, 1 credit) This course is repeatable 

Prerequisite: Two advanced art courses: 2D Art, 3D Art, Advanced 2D Art, or Advanced 3D Art. Though not required it is most beneficial to take a sequence of courses: If you would like to work on a 2D Design or Drawing portfolio take 2D Art and Advanced 2D Art. If you would like to complete a 3D Design portfolio take 3D Art and Advanced 3D Art 

Level: Jr, Sr 

Fee: $80.00* 

Advanced Placement Studio Art focuses on preparing students for the AP Studio Art portfolio submission. There are three types of portfolios for students to choose from: Drawing, 2D Design, and 3D  Design. Students will create a portfolio themed around a guiding question. Subject matter, style and materials are chosen by each individual student. A complete AP Studio Art portfolio will not be finished over the duration of a single section of the course. The course works best while being repeated to complete the portfolio, or a student may fill in missing pieces with work from previous courses, summer work, and/or request an independent study. Portfolio submission is not required to take the course. A “B” or better in previous art courses is suggested. *Fees may not cover all expenses. Not all supplies are covered by the course fee due to the individual nature of the class. Students may be required to collect materials specific to their own art making needs. 

 

Art: Independent Study (1 term, .5 credit) repeatable for two terms maximum 

Prerequisite: AP Studio Art and instructor approval 

Level: Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 (Course fee does not include purchasing additional materials for individual projects.) Independent Study helps a student who is looking to submit a portfolio to the College Board, but is short on the number of pieces to complete that submission. This class runs much at the AP pace and asks students  to complete 3-4 works per term dependent upon size and detail. Instructor approval is necessary for course enrollment. Important factors when considering approval: self-guidance, dependability, conscientiousness and integrity. This is an option only available to students who are submitting an AP Portfolio to the College  Board. 

 

Fashion Design I (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 

Fashion Design I is a course geared for students who love fashion and styling garments. This course will explore the background of fashion history, design styles, current market trends, and various fashion design basics. During this course, students will learn how to draw figures and marker render fabrics.  In the end, students will create their own conceptual fashion designs.

 

Fashion Design II (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Fashion Design I 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 (Course fee does not include purchasing additional material/fabric for individual projects.) 

Dive deeper into the fashion industry with Fashion Design II. This course builds upon basic skills acquired in Fashion Design I, by further developing knowledge of the fashion industry and artistic skill. During this course, students will learn sewing basics, including how to sew by hand and on a machine.  In the end, students will sew their own wearable garment.  

 

Interior Design I (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 

Interior Design is a course geared for students who enjoy interior design and decorating. This course will focus on residential design, while exploring the background of interior design history, design styles, current trends, and various interior design basics. During this course, students will learn how to design residential spaces by choosing appropriate materials, color palettes, and space planning.  In the end, students will design a residential space for a mock client.

 

Interior Design II (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Interior Design 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $40.00 

Dive deeper into the interior design industry with Interior Design II. This course will focus on public space design, while exploring universal design ideas, accessibility, and various interior design standards. During this course, students will learn how to draw rooms in perspective and marker render materials and finishes. In the end, students will design a public space for a mock client. 

 

Interior Design or Fashion Design: Independent Study (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Interior Design I and Interior Design II or Fashion Design I and Fashion Design II, and instructor approval 

Level: Sr 

Fee: $0.00 (Course fee does not include purchasing additional material/fabric for individual projects.) Interior Design or Fashion Design Independent Study is an in-school experience that allows students to expand their designs and gain more practical experience in the industry. This is only available to students who have taken Interior Design or Fashion Design level I and II courses, and require instructor approval. Important factors in approving a student for independent study are their self-directedness, dependability,  and interest in pursuing either Interior Design or Fashion Design as a potential career. As an advanced class, students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to their placement. Students must have instructor approval to enroll in the class. 

 

Film Studies (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $15.00 

The purpose of this course is to promote media literacy. We will view films, both American and foreign, as works of literature to be studied using critical thinking skills and an understanding of the cultural and historical context. We will also examine the effects of cinematography and production techniques on our understanding of the film’s meaning. The students will study classic films, various genre films, and contemporary films from both independent and major studios. We will study films directed by Hitchcock, Spielberg, Chaplin, and others. 

 

Introduction to Graphic Communication (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $35.00 

This introductory course will teach students to effectively communicate ideas with both digital and printed media. Students will learn the basics of computer graphics, digital illustration, typography, layout design,  idea development, product design, and print production with industry standard resources. The projects explore a variety of skills, techniques, media, and occupations related to the graphic arts industry. Students explore themes important to them, while exploring this exciting field. (11154A003)

 

Commercial & Advertising: Dual Credit (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Into to Graphic Communication /A grade of “C” or better is recommended 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $35.00 

This course builds upon skills learned in Introduction to Graphic Communication and provides students with the skills needed for a career in the fields of advertising, commercial art, graphic design, and graphic illustration. Students learn to apply artistic design and layout principles along with text, graphics, drawing, animation, and illustration to print & digital products. This project-based class will explore logos,  packaging, and both social media and print advertising. (11154A001) This course is equivalent to Digital Graphic Application GRDSN 1101 at College of DuPage.

 

Game Art & Design (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Intro to Graphic Communications w/ a grade of C or better is recommended, or instructor  approval 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $10.00 

This course explores design, animation, artistic concepts, digital imaging, multimedia production, and game play strategies for computer gaming. Course topics include character design, level design, 3D modeling, scene and set design, and more. 

 

Emerging Technologies in Graphic Communication (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Intro to Graphic Communications w/ a grade of C or better is recommended 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $35.00 

This course emphasizes students’ exposure to and understanding of new and emerging technologies in the graphic communication field. This project-based environment will provide opportunities for students to explore topics including, but not limited to, augmented reality, 3D printing, laser printing, user experience design, and more. 

 

Graphics Internship (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Intro to Graphic Communications, and instructor approval; Can take while enrolled in  advanced graphics courses with instructor approval 

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $10.00 

Graphics Internship is an in-school experience that allows students to work with real world clients (within the Batavia High School and Batavia communities) to further their learning and understanding of the graphics career field. Important factors in approving a student for the internship are his/her self-directedness, dependability, conscientiousness, and sincerity in pursuing learning and working with clients.  Students must have instructor approval to enroll in the class and have successfully completed Introduction to Graphic Communications. Commercial & Advertising Art is also highly recommended. 

 

Graphics Portfolio (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Intro to Graphic Communications, and instructor approval; Can take while enrolled in  advanced graphics courses with instructor approval 

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $10.00 

Graphics Portfolio is designed for students who want to focus their learning and present an in-depth understanding of graphic communications for advancing to college and career design pathways. This course is available for students who want to develop a design-based portfolio for college admissions, career exploration and/or experiences, and/or AP 2D design portfolio. The curriculum will include career-ready practices and college and career planning.

 

Photography I (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $50.00 (includes all supplies except camera) 

What can you show us? Photography has the power to inspire, educate, document, explore, and enlighten. Through the lens of a camera, we are able to create something that expresses a little bit of ourselves. In this course, you will learn how to capture and control light using the camera and how to produce a quality print with an introduction to the darkroom and digital techniques. You will learn the importance of composition and point of view when capturing an image and be able to explore your own artistic “voice” through various projects. You will need access to a film camera and a digital camera (cell phone camera is ok). (11052A003) 

 

Photography II (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Photography I 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr 

Fee: $60.00 (includes all supplies except camera) 

What do you see when you look through the lens of a camera? What can you share with the rest of the world? This course is for those who excelled in Photography 1, are highly motivated, and want to develop more advanced skills. It will emphasize the importance of finding your artistic voice and developing a thoughtful, creative body of work. Students will explore a variety of technical and artistic projects in order to develop a conceptual portfolio. Students will need access to the same equipment outlined in Photography  1. A grade of “B” or above in Photo I is recommended. (11052A001) 

 

Photography: Independent Study (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Photography 2 and instructor approval 

Level: Jr/Sr 

Fee: $60.00 (includes all supplies except camera) 

The purpose of Independent Study is to offer students the opportunity to develop an extensive portfolio that  challenges their conceptual development as an artist and refines their technical skills. This is only available  to students who have taken Photography 2. Students must have instructor approval to enroll in the class. 

 

Theatre Arts I (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr Elective 

Theatre Arts is designed for students who have an interest in acting, directing and script writing. Student  performances include pantomimes, monologues, and duet scenes. Students write short original scenes and explore improvisational theater. The term ends with a final exam where favorite selections  are performed. 

 

Theatre Arts Independent Study (2 terms, 1 credit)

Prerequisite:  Placement based on Teacher Approval 

Fee: $25.00 

Selected students pick, direct, and star in a series of One Act plays for the general public.  

 

Video Production I (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: None 

Level: Fr, Soph, Jr, Sr. Elective 

Fee: $30.00 

Video Production I is an exciting hands-on production class. After being introduced to field production using portable video cameras and video editing software, students will design, film, and edit multiple videos, including their own commercials and music videos. Those interested in the study of media (communications) will find this class to be a useful introduction to the field. In addition to hands-on experience, students will take a more in-depth look at television, film, and internet video in an effort to better understand the importance and influence of mass media in our society. (11051A003) 

 

Video Production II (2 terms, 1 credit) 

Prerequisite: Video Production I (Grade of B or better is recommended)

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr. Elective 

Fee: $21.00 

Students in Video Production II will be introduced to filming with DSLRs while building upon the camera and editing skills developed in Video Production I.  Students will learn how programming is created in a studio setting and will also get real world experience while directing/operating in the control room for various BFAC shows and broadcast productions.  Students will also study narrative elements, character development, and narrative structure as they create their own screenplays and narratives.  (11051A001) 

 

Video Production Independent Study (1 term, .5 credit) 

Prerequisite: Video Production I, II (Grade of B or better) 

Level: Soph, Jr, Sr Elective 

Fee: $21.00 

This one term class is for self-motivated, hardworking students who are seriously considering a college major in media production and/or have a passion for this field. Students may take this class only with teacher approval. Students will work independently on projects that they design. These projects should help students improve their skills while they build a portfolio. Student work should be top quality and worthy of entering our annual MMEA Video Festival. This course can be repeated with teacher approval.