Visual Arts provides students with an opportunity to engage in a wide variety of art media in two and three dimensions including oil paint, acrylic pouring and a variety of drawing media.
The Visual Arts program is founded on the belief that the skills needed to become proficient in visual arts are attainable by all learners. With guidance, practice and patience, the refinement of these skills result in the creation of original works. Visual Arts offers a truly unique art experience in a dynamic and exciting learning environment. Instruction and assessment strategies allow for a diverse and personalized experience that is accessible by all students regardless of their past art experiences.
The Art Program at SFX is directed toward the student as both consumer and producer. Assisted by films, slides, visuals, field trips and discussions, units exploring line, shape, tone, colour and texture are explored through a variety of media. Emphasis is on an awareness of natural and man-made environments. Expression through art provides development in understanding of oneself.
Art 10 - 3/5 Credits
This course is designed primarily around the elements and principles of design as they are found in nature and art. The focus is on the fundamentals of drawing and design although work is done also in painting, pottery, printmaking and commercial art.
Art 20 - 3/5 Credits
(Prerequisite - Art 10)
This course allows greater in-depth study of drawing and design and incorporates painting, printmaking, pottery, sculpture, and commercial art. Students acquire greater proficiency in skills, technique and development of ideas; is supplemented with computer programs.
Art 30 - 5 Credits
(Prerequisite - Art 20)
This course uses concepts, skills, and techniques learned in Art 10 and Art 20 to create visual expression. There is an increased level of responsibility and initiatives in the work load; supplemented with computer programs. This is a University entrance course required by some Faculties.