Visual Arts and Communication 1

This is a beginning level course which covers the organization of The Elements of Design by providing the students the opportunity to apply these skills in two and three dimensional projects within an art studio environment with an emphasis in Latin culture. Students will study design elements, drawing, color theory, painting, the critiquing process, as well as the contributions of Latin individuals and cultural movements to the art of today. Students learn design vocabulary to critique their work and the work of others. Careers in the Arts will be explored.