Media Arts
0.5 credit- Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester) Fee: $20
Media Arts is an introductory course in Photoshop and video editing. Students will create original artworks using various techniques such as scanning in imagery, manipulating photographs, and shooting digital videos. Emphasis will be placed on creating compositions that explore the Elements of Art and Principles of Design. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials.
Honors Media Arts
1 credit — Grades 10, 11, 12
(1 period per day for 1 year) Fee: $40
Prerequisite: Media Arts
Honors Media Arts is an intensive exploration of digital media for students interested in an in-depth exploration of computer generated artwork and video. Students will primarily work on Macintosh computers using image and video editing software. It is recommended that students have their own digital cameras and digital video cameras for this course. This laboratory course requires considerable work outside of regular class time. Students will be expected to demonstrate independent, critical, contextual, and visual research from various cultures through entries in a routinely assessed investigative workbook. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials.
Advanced Media Arts/Advanced Media Arts II
0.5 credit- Grades 11, 12
(1 period per day for 1 semester) Fee: $25
Advanced Media Arts is a course designed for students interested in instructor directed and self-directed study of digital media. Students will learn advanced video editing techniques such as using the green screen, adding special effects to videos and lighting. The course will also explore sophisticated functions in Photoshop to enhance digital imagery. Emphasis in this course will be on the development of the student’s individual style. Students will have the opportunity to create and maintain a portfolio of his/her artwork.
Advanced Media Arts is a laboratory course requiring work outside regular class time. It is recommended but not required that the student have access to his/her own video and digital camera during the course. A student fee is charged for this course for expendable materials. Students can elect to sign up for ONLY Advanced Media Arts OR elect to sign up for both Advanced Media Arts and Advanced Media Arts II to pursue this as a year long option
Honors Cinematic Arts
0.5 credit- Grades 11, 12
(1 period per day for 1 year) Fee: $50
Students in Honors Cinematic Arts will write scripts, shoot, edit and produce original films using industry standard software. Students will view, analyze, and critique films made by peers and professionals. As a result, students will develop an understanding of cinema including the technologies, major themes, the filmmakers who have shaped it, and the cultural impact is has had around the world.