GRADE 11 ART COURSES
Art teaches about the human condition. Art calls upon imagination, fosters the ability to make decisions, and creates awareness that problems have multiple solutions. It also develops relational understanding, attention to nuances and students’ ability to frame the world from an aesthetic perspective. Studies in Art have intellectual, creative, affective, physical, and self-developing consequences that help prepare students for the demands of the 21st century. Art is a major field of employment in British Columbia. The Visual Arts department has a Career Preparation program in Commercial Art, and helps students prepare a portfolio with which to apply for post-secondary art studies. Take Art. It’s critical.
Ceramics 11
Course Code: MVAC-11
(Ceramics) Through the elements and principles of design, this course offers students the skills and opportunity to explore different 3D techniques. with ceramics (clay). Students will use hand building techniques and will be introduced to the potter’s wheel. Students will learn finishing techniques such as under and overglazes. Other areas of ceramics will be looked at as well as the influences of cultures, artists, and apply them in student work.
Digital Media Arts 11
Course Code: MVAMT11
One of our province’s top areas of employment is the film industry. In this grade 11 course, students will explore film aesthetics, and a variety of genres, from action to documentary and the “Hollywood” format. Students will be producing several film projects, from commercials to action scenes to final “student choice”, and learn skills of preproduction, such as storyboarding and scriptwriting, and post production skills such as computer editing and sound tracking. Projects will include experimental, documentary, scriptwriting, special effects editing, a project for a client, and a “student’s choice” final project.
Drawing & Painting 11
Course Code: MVAD-11
The first half of the course will focus on intensive drawing, using a variety of materials including pencil, conté, charcoal, and oil and chalk pastels. Initially, students will draw from observation and the model; later they will be taught creative drawing techniques. The last half of the course will focus on acrylic painting. Students will create works reflecting their personal voice, story, and values. We will also be looking into First Peoples perspective and other ways of knowing through 2D artist works.
Photography 11
Course Code: MVAPH11
Have fun learning to take photographs like a pro. Photography gives everyone a chance to be creative. Learn all the skills necessary to take clear, well-exposed photographs, in a course suitable for beginners, as well as those with photo experience. Students will learn to develop film and make prints in the darkroom. We will look at the influences of various cultures, artists, and apply them in student work. Film and digital SLR cameras are available for student use.
Visual Arts 11
Course Code: MVAST11
Art 11 is a general course, as well as an opportunity that allows students to begin to specialize in the medium of their choice. Students will be taking creative risks to express thoughts and emotions through artistic works. They will also be refining their skills with different art materials and techniques. Personal image development will be encouraged but is not essential to those new to the program.