Introduction to Art (Middle School)

$249.00

ART 031 | Middle School | 0.50 Credit Hours

In this foundational art course, students will study art history, art production, and art criticism. They will be introduced to the influence of prominent artists and several art movements. Students will also visually express themselves by applying learned production skills to various projects.

ART 031 | Middle School | 0.50 Credit Hours

In this foundational art course, students will study art history, art production, and art criticism. They will be introduced to the influence of prominent artists and several art movements. Students will also visually express themselves by applying learned production skills to various projects.

*Note: Students must furnish basic art supplies; please review the course syllabus for a complete list.*

Course Details

  • There are no prerequisites for this course. After completing ART 31, you will be able to create, enjoy, understand, and appreciate art much better than you do now. You will find these skills to be valuable throughout your life.

  • Unit 1. Get Smart About Art
    Unit 2. Try Art Out!
    Unit 3. Take a Look at Art
    Unit 4. Become an Ancient Greece Expert
    Unit 5. Become a Middle Ages Expert
    Unit 6. Become a Renaissance Expert

    • Art materials can be expensive. Try to use what you already have on hand, rather than buying everything new.

      • a pencil

      • a set of colored pencils

      • crayons

      • a set of watercolors with a brush

      • a glue stick

      • scissors

      • a ruler

      • an X-ACTO® knife

      • a package of colored construction paper

      • colored tissue paper

      • a sheet of tracing paper

      • white drawing paper

      • some old magazines

      • two pieces of multi-purpose watercolor paper

      • a folder which will serve as your portfolio