2025-2026 School Year

Art History Inspired Studio Art GVL (2025-2026)

This course is next taught in the 2025-2026 year.

This course runs on a two-year rotation. Both years are heavily studio-based, using concepts of design and art history as a jumping off point.

A Rotation: Studio Art: Principles and Elements of Design will be explored and understood through their applications in studio art.  Rotation A is offered in 2026-2027.

B Rotation: Art History Inspired Studio Art from cave paintings to modern art will be explored chronologically through studio art.  Rotation B is offered in 2025-2026.

Course Description

This art course is designed to develop the creative process and to help students understand the meaning of art. Students will explore the methods and media (such as drawing, printmaking, painting, collage and pastels, and more) historically used to create art and will use these methods in the creation of their own artworks. Growth in skill and technique will be encouraged throughout the process. Historical and cultural examples will inspire the class work and the students will gain an understanding of the elements and principles of design. Prior art-making experience is not necessary to be successful, as this class will be accessible to all skill levels, even though the concepts and exercises are more advanced than the corresponding middle school art classes.

To be successful in this class:

Students will need to bring required materials to class, complete weekly drawing assignments on time, and put forth good effort during in-class projects and home assignments. Assessments are not based on skill level, but on weekly drawings, occasional tests, and participation and effort in class.

Grades: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade

Fees: $425 plus $45 supply fee

Course Credit: 1 CP Fine Arts Credit. Course can also be taken for honors credit. View Honors Art History Inspired Studio Art Course Description for details on honors requirements.

Required Materials