Intro to Art Course Overview

The Intro to Art program is designed to begin with basic drawing techniques and color theory, and then transition to the Elements and Principles of Design. Within this structure the beginning student has the opportunity to build upon his/her previous knowledge and progress into an intermediate-level artist. The projects are designed to be both educational and fun, and utilize many different types of media. In addition to the projects listed below, students will also be required to complete weekly sketchbook assignments.


First Quarter – Elements of Design

1. Folder Construction w/ Name Design
2. Elements Book
3. Line Unit: Contour/Continuous/Blind/Upside Down
4. Value Unit: Stipple/Shade/Hatch/Cross-Hatch
5. Grid Drawing Unit: Study/Black & White/Color
6. Texture Dragons
7. Portrait Drawing
8. Describing Word


Second Quarter – Color Theory / Principles of Design

1. Color Wheel Beads
2. Principles Book
3. Divided Space
4. Hidden Triangle
5. Up Close Painting
6. My Favorite Things
7. Color Scheme Landscapes
8. Coloring Book
9. “Create A Scene” Collage