This course is meant for fourth level advanced art students who are have completed either Studio Art 10 and/or 11.   This course is also mandatory for AP 2D Studio Art & Design students.   Students in grade 12 with less art experience may choose to take this course looking for a comprehensive Fine Arts graduation credit; with greater expectations in their personal engagement because they lack foundational skills.

• Greater use and understanding of composition, image development, artistic process, using the elements and principles of design to make your work effective.
• An overview of various areas of art: Drawing and Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture and Mixed Media.
• Development of a personal artistic style.
• Analysis and application of styles in art
• Portfolio Development & Post Secondary Choices / Options are covered.

Skills learned are incorporated and enhanced through this course.  Each student will use their prior knowledge in the previous courses to investigate more thoroughly two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects.  Students must show initiative and good work habits in addition to being interested in art.