VISUAL ART AND GRAPHIC DESIGN

The Art department offers courses for students who are interested in the fields of the fine and applied arts, humanities, and graphic design. Taking one art class in this department fulfills the school graduation requirement for .5 credits in visual art. Introductory level courses as well as advanced courses are offered.

The department offers a CAM in Arts and Communications in two areas; visual arts (ceramics, drawing, photography) and graphic design. Churchill's art department also offers a College Now program in graphic design so that students may receive LCC college credit for graphic design classes taken at Churchill (specifically Computer Graphics I, II, & III). Ninth graders are strongly encouraged to take an art elective.

A $15 lab fee is requested of students for studio classes. The fee is necessary to provide materials from which the students will own the final product. For those facing financial difficulty, a waiver form is available from the instructor.

The arts bring culture and enjoyment to people's lives. Together, the arts and graphic design areas are a pathway to many creative and design-related careers.

HUMANITIES
LA, SS .5 Credit 11, 12
Humanities is the study of art and culture. This course will specifically look at the art of film – how films are made, how to analyze films, and how to write about films. We will view and analyze classic and current films from different cultures and try to answer such questions as, “What is the nature of justice, friendship, growing older, love, war, etc.”

CERAMICS I
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Basic procedures and processes unique to ceramics will be introduced and skill in forming and finishing clay work will be the outcome of this course. Students will learn to make judgments about the aesthetic quality of ceramic forms and mastery of the core concepts will be required. Techniques in hand building will be taught and students will study the role of ceramics in other cultures. Lab Fee: $15.

CERAMICS II
FA .5 Credit
10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Ceramics I

Students in this course will continue working with hand building, glazing and firing techniques to produce finished pieces of functional and/or sculptural ceramics. They will also learn and practice basic wheel throwing techniques in order to create simple cylinder and bowl shapes. Lab Fee: $15.

READY MADE
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
This design/sculpture class will focus on making functional or decorative art items from recycled, inexpensive, and found objects. Students will be presented with design challenges based on available materials and be required to create something that could be readily sold or exhibited. Lab Fee: $15.

CREATURE FACTORY
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Students will use a combination of materials to create large scale three-dimensional fantasy creatures. Students will study art/sculpture techniques including papier mache, color theory, blackwashing, and wire frame structure. Lab Fee: $15. www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/sculpture.html

DRAWING I
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
This class is designed for the student who wants to learn the fundamentals of drawing. Students will explore a variety of techniques in drawing while experimenting with different mediums, such as pencil, pen and charcoal. The beginning of class will focus on the basic elements of drawing like line and value. As students develop these skills, they will be introduced to perspective and composition. Students will learn through hands-on projects and critiques as well as written assignments. Assignments outside of class are to be expected. Lab Fee: $15.

DRAWING II
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Drawing I

This class is for students who want to continue to refine their drawing skills. The class will build upon the techniques taught in Drawing I, as well as introduce new techniques of drawing. Students will also have an opportunity to work with a variety of drawing mediums, such as inks, pastels and colored pencils. Students will learn through hands-on projects and critiques as well as written assignments. Lab Fee $15.

DRAWING III
FA .5 Credit
11, 12
Prerequisite: Drawing II and/or instructor consent

Students will spend the year creating a portfolio of work to be submitted for review in the spring. The students will address three major concerns: 1) a sense of quality in his/ her work, 2) concentration on a particular visual interest or problem and 3) the need for breadth in formal, technical and expressive areas. The AP course is designed for students who are seriously interested in the study of art and who will most likely enter a higher-level art program. Each student will create a grouping of related works for an end of the year show. Lab Fee: $15.

PAINTING
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Drawing I recommended

This course involves reviewing and applying the elements and principles of design to composition in acrylic paints. We will focus on color theory, composition and painting styles. The course also involves doing research on contemporary artists and styles and learning how art styles change in relation to time and culture. Students will learn to analyze a work of art and work to develop their own preferences, definition and style in art. Lab Fee: $15.

BASIC DESIGN
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12This is a beginning course emphasizing the elements and principles of design; a “hands-on” class in which students will use a variety of techniques to produce 2- and 3-dimensional artwork. Lab Fee $15.

COMPUTER GRAPHICS I
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12

This is a beginning course in graphic design which explores techniques and trends in computer generated design. Students will learn Macromedia Freehand and Adobe Photoshop software. Studies will include design principles, typography, layout, target marketing, and photo manipulation. Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/cg1.html

COMPUTER GRAPHICS I FOR GIRLS
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12

The intent of this class is to provide a safe and encouraging environment for girls to succeed in a field which is typically populated by boys. This class follows the same basic curriculum as Computer Graphics I. Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/cg1.html

COMPUTER GRAPHICS II
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: CG I and instructor consent

This is an advanced course in graphic design in which students will study logo design, advertising, cereal box design, compact disc design, and photo manipulation. Students will work with Freehand, Photoshop, and other industry standard graphic design software.
Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/cg2.html

PACKAGE DESIGN
FA .5 Credit
9,10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: CGI and instructor consent

This is a second level graphic design course which focuses on product packaging. Students will design, print, and construct packages for beverages, food items, auto parts, perfume, and similar consumer items. Students will study industry design standards and FDA packaging regulations. Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/package.html

COMPUTER GRAPHICS III/ GRAPHIC PRODUCTION STUDENT BUSINESS
FA .5 Credit
10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: CG II and instructor consent

Advanced students will produce brochures, logos, stationery, and posters for paying clients. The course is designed to fulfill the requirements for a CAM in graphic design. www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/cg3.html

PHOTOSHOP
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: CG I and instructor consent

This is an advanced course focusing on Photoshop techniques, composite imaging, scanning, retouching, filter and masking techniques, and gif animation. Students will create a digital portfolio. Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/photoshop.html

FLASH
FA .5 Credit
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: CGI recommended

This is a beginning course focusing on Macromedia Flash and its use with internet applications. Students will use Macintosh computers. Proficiency in Freehand and Photoshop is highly recommended. Lab Fee: $15.
www.4j.lane.edu/~eagen/flash.html

PHOTOGRAPHY I
FA .5 Credit
10, 11, 12
This is a course in basic photographic techniques. Areas of emphasis include composition, camera functions and developing. Students should provide their own 35mm SLR manual camera.
Lab Fee: $15.

PHOTOGRAPHY II
FA .5 Credit
10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Photography I

This is a semester long course focusing on advanced photographic techniques. Class projects are centered around students learning new creative and technical skills with the camera and in the darkroom. Students will also learn how to manipulate photographic images on the computer. Lab Fee: $15.

YEARBOOK
FA 1.0 Credit
10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: Instructor consent

This class produces and sells a complete and accurate yearbook. Class members develop a theme, work on the layout and design of the book, write, edit copy and take pictures. Students will use design and layout software, as well as digital cameras. Layout and desktop publishing skills are taught. Students are expected to work independently, take responsibility and work outside of class to meet deadlines.