Fundamental techniques for drawing, painting, sculpture, and photography alongside modern digital design principles. Analyzes historical artistic movements while building skills in printmaking and graphic media.
Students step into the shoes of a set designer to transform a written script into a physical world through script analysis, floor planning, mood boards, and 3D model construction. The sequence emphasizes how visual choices in color, texture, and space support the storytelling.
A comprehensive 7th-grade unit that integrates graphic design principles with the physical craft of screen printing. Students learn about typography, visual hierarchy, and composition while navigating the technical challenges of stencil-making and screen printing to create a persuasive poster series.
Students investigate how visual arts served as a vehicle for political power, religious messaging, and scientific observation during the Renaissance. This sequence moves beyond simple art appreciation to the analysis of 'visual rhetoric'—how perspective, anatomical realism, and classical allusions were used to convey meaning.
This sequence explores the transition from Medieval to Renaissance art, focusing on the development of linear perspective, human anatomy in art, and the cultural shift toward Humanism. Students will analyze masterpieces like 'The School of Athens' and apply mathematical principles to create their own realistic artworks.
This sequence explores the artistic revolution of the Renaissance, focusing on the shift from Medieval symbolism to Renaissance realism through the lens of mathematics and anatomy. Students will analyze historical works and apply technical skills like linear perspective to understand how art reflects cultural values.
This project-based sequence challenges students to transform ordinary, discarded materials into meaningful art through assemblage. Students learn to analyze the physical and metaphorical properties of found objects, using them to construct a narrative or conceptual sculpture.
A comprehensive high school sculpture sequence focused on subtractive carving. Students progress from organic inspiration and clay maquettes to carving a final 3D form in a reductive medium, emphasizing abstraction and negative space.
A comprehensive 10th-grade sculpture unit exploring the conceptual and technical aspects of assemblage art, focusing on recontextualizing found objects to create new meaning.
A comprehensive 10th-grade sculpture unit exploring how linear materials like wire can be used to 'draw in space,' creating volumetric forms that emphasize line, negative space, and structural integrity. Students progress from 2D contour translation to complex, balanced 3D structures.
This sequence explores linear media (wire, rod, and tubing) to create 'drawings in space' that define volume without mass. Students learn to translate 2D contour drawings into 3D forms using cold-connection techniques, investigating implied volume, tension, and the interplay between light and shadow.
A 5-lesson sequence where students learn the art of collaboration by designing and executing a large-scale mural, moving from individual brainstorming to collective creation.
This sequence guides 8th-grade students through the world of public art, from analyzing its functions and cultural symbolism to designing their own scale mural proposals that address community social issues. Students will transition from art critics to civic-minded designers, learning how visual narratives can transform urban spaces.
This sequence guides students through using visual arts as a non-verbal language for processing complex emotions associated with loss, focusing on abstract expressionism and color theory.
A project-based sequence examining how religious beliefs drive artistic innovation and architectural design across five major world religions. Students analyze sacred spaces and art to decode symbolic meanings and culminate in a design project.
A 4-session project-based final exam where 10th-grade students demonstrate technical theatre mastery through set, costume, lighting, sound, or prop design.
An advanced printmaking sequence focusing on the reduction lino-cut method. Students explore historical context, strategic planning, technical carving, and the precise mechanics of registration and editioning to create multi-colored prints from a single, evolving block.
A high school sequence exploring the intersection of digital design and traditional printmaking. Students learn to bridge vector precision with analog texture through zine production and professional practice.
An introduction to the intaglio printmaking family through drypoint etching on plastic plates. Students explore line weight, tonal variation, wiping techniques, and mixed media additions like chine-collé.
A comprehensive 10th-grade course on screen printing, covering its historical roots, technical darkroom processes, and professional production workflows. Students transform graphic designs into mass-produced art.
A comprehensive introduction to digital graphic design and typography for 10th-grade students. This sequence bridges the gap between traditional art and modern vector-based technology, focusing on anatomy, hierarchy, logo design, and print preparation.
Students transition from relief printing to intaglio, mastering drypoint etching on plexiglass. The sequence covers plate preparation, scribing for texture and value, inking/wiping techniques, press operation, and advanced chine-collé methods.
This sequence explores the intersection of digital design and traditional printmaking. Students learn to combine the precision of vector graphics with the tactile, organic qualities of analog transfers and mixed media to create a professional 'hybrid' portfolio.
A comprehensive workshop sequence on reduction linocut printing. Students master the art of the 'suicide block' through negative space analysis, tool safety, registration systems, and multi-layer ink application.
Students explore relief printing using soft foam plates, focusing on positive and negative space, inking techniques, and pattern creation. The sequence culminates in a professional-style edition of prints and a gallery walk critique.
A comprehensive introduction to relief printing, focusing on the conceptual and technical skills of linocut design. Students master high-contrast visualization, carving safety, inking techniques, and professional editioning.
A 5-lesson unit for 9th-grade students exploring the fusion of typography and imagery. Students transition from manual layout techniques and font psychology to digital vector design and the production of a physical 8-page Zine.
A project-based sequence where 7th-grade students act as community organizers to launch an arts advocacy campaign, moving from needs assessment to a final pitch.
A comprehensive graphic design simulation where students act as a design agency to develop a full brand identity. They progress from analyzing logo symbolism and interpreting client briefs to digital vectorization and presenting a professional brand style guide.
A project-based journey into the world of graphic design layout, focusing on visual hierarchy, grids, balance, and the integration of text and images. Students move from analyzing visual chaos to creating professional-grade compositions.
A comprehensive introduction to graphic design fundamentals for 7th-grade students, focusing on the structural anatomy of typography and the scientific application of color theory. Students move from identifying font personalities to creating expressive compositions and harmonic color palettes, culminating in a professional-style typographic poster.
A project-based graphic design sequence where 10th-grade students develop a cohesive brand identity, exploring color psychology, logo principles, vectorization, and brand systems. Students move from artistic theory to commercial application by creating a comprehensive brand style guide and real-world mockups.
A comprehensive introduction to the structural foundations of graphic design, focusing on typography and layout. Students progress from learning the anatomy of letters to mastering complex visual hierarchies and grid systems.
A comprehensive introduction to graphic design where students build a cohesive brand identity from the ground up. Over five lessons, students master color psychology, typography, logo creation, and layout principles, culminating in a professional-style brand pitch.
A comprehensive introduction to graphic design where students explore color psychology, master vector tools, and create a cohesive brand identity through logo design and typography.
This sequence immerses students in the professional workflow of creating a cohesive visual identity, focusing specifically on the interplay between typography, color theory, and layout. Students progress from conceptual sketching and mood boarding to digital rendering and refinement of a logomark and accompanying marketing asset.
An 8-session sports broadcasting course for grades 4–12, covering play-by-play, color commentary, interviewing, camera work, audio mixing, and live production directing. Students progress from foundational vocal skills to a complete capstone broadcast project.
Students step into the role of a professional graphic designer to develop a comprehensive brand identity for a fictional client. This project-based sequence simulates a real-world design workflow, moving from analyzing client needs to brainstorming, prototyping, and refining a final logo system.
A foundational workshop for 8th-grade students to master the objective rules of typography, color psychology, and layout. Students transition from analyzing visual 'grammar' to creating their own communicative compositions using digital design principles.
This sequence explores collaboration through the lens of specialized roles within a multimedia project. Students transition from generalists to specialists, learning how interdependence and trust between a Writer, Visual Artist, Sound Designer, and Director are essential for creating a cohesive digital narrative.
Students explore the ethical and creative possibilities of photo manipulation, learning professional workflows in raster editing to create a surrealist composite. The sequence covers digital citizenship, non-destructive editing, perspective matching, and color grading.
This 8th-grade photography sequence explores how the quality, direction, and color of light influence mood and dimensionality. Students progress from basic light quality to professional portrait patterns and conceptual lighting design.
This sequence explores the critical role of light as the primary medium of photography, guiding students from natural light observation to advanced studio manipulation. Students learn to shape light to create specific moods and flatter subjects through direction, color, and quality.
A comprehensive 9th-grade photography sequence focusing on the 'digital darkroom.' Students master file organization, RAW processing, exposure correction via histograms, local retouching, and color grading while critically examining the ethics of digital manipulation.
This photography sequence guides students through the physics and art of light, covering natural cycles, directional manipulation, modifiers like reflectors, and classic portrait lighting patterns.
A comprehensive 9th-grade photography sequence that demystifies the Exposure Triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO. Students progress from diagnosing exposure errors to mastering manual control through hands-on experiments and artistic challenges.
A comprehensive exploration of visual language in photography, moving from classical geometric principles to intentional rule-breaking. Students will master the 'grammar' of the frame through analysis, field practice, and critical critique.
This sequence explores the 'digital darkroom,' covering professional workflows from RAW file management to advanced color grading and the ethics of image manipulation. Students develop technical skills while critically analyzing the boundary between artistic enhancement and ethical representation.
A comprehensive high school photography unit focused on visual storytelling and the creation of photo essays. Students transition from single images to intentional series, learning to storyboard, curate, and present a cohesive narrative body of work.
A comprehensive photography unit for 10th graders focusing on the physics and artistry of light. Students progress from observing natural light to mastering studio setups, learning to manipulate shadows and highlights to create mood and dimensionality.
A comprehensive photography sequence for 10th-grade students focusing on the artistic rules of visual organization. Students explore geometry, line, and perspective to master classical rules like the Rule of Thirds and purposeful minimalism.
This technical sequence transitions 10th-grade students from automatic settings to full manual camera control, focusing on the Exposure Triangle: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Through simulation labs and shooting challenges, students learn to balance technical settings for both correct exposure and creative artistic impact.
This sequence merges art with basic physics, introducing students to kinetic sculpture and mobiles. Students explore balance, fulcrums, and counterweights to create art that moves, culminating in a mobile inspired by Alexander Calder.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sculpture sequence focusing on planar construction using cardboard. Students transition from 2D geometric shapes to 3D volumes through scoring, folding, and slotting, culminating in a light-and-shadow-focused abstract sculpture.
This sequence explores the intersection of engineering and art through the creation of kinetic wire sculptures. Students progress from basic wire manipulation to complex mobile construction, culminating in a lighting installation that showcases movement and shadow.
A 10th-grade visual arts unit focused on site-specific sculpture and installation. Students analyze architectural spaces, develop scale models, and execute temporary spatial interventions that transform their school environment.
A hands-on sculpture sequence where students learn the art of subtractive carving. From planning maquettes to refining organic forms inspired by Moore and Hepworth, students master tools and spatial reasoning to reveal the 'essence' within a solid mass.
A comprehensive 10th-grade sculpture unit focusing on additive clay modeling techniques to create expressive anatomical studies. Students progress from skeletal armature construction to gestural massing, muscular definition, and technical preparation for kiln firing.
A comprehensive 8th-grade unit on ceramic hand-building, focusing on slab and coil techniques, the physics of clay, and surface texture. Students move from raw clay preparation to finished, glazed pieces while exploring the relationship between form and surface.
A 5-lesson unit on subtractive sculpting where students learn to 'find the form' within a solid block. They cover visualization, safety, roughing out, refining curves, and final polishing with a focus on negative space and lighting.
A 10th-grade sequence exploring the economic systems that support the arts. Students analyze funding models, the multiplier effect, gentrification, and grant allocation, culminating in the creation of a professional economic impact statement.
