9462 - Visual Arts: From Sketchbook to Studio
Course Description
A sketchbook isn’t just a place for collecting ideas but the foundation of your future as an artist.
Focusing on 2D fields like painting, drawing, printmaking, and illustration, this course centers on the sketchbook, a tool used for experimentation, planning, and process. The instructor acts as key figures, from creative director to advisor and mentor, guiding you through critique, revision, and portfolio building. You’ll take drafts from early sketches to refined pieces, shaped by weekly feedback and collaborative discussion.
Explore career paths in the visual arts, compare educational options, and identify personal goals. Guest speakers share perspectives on exhibiting work, building sustainable art-making practices, and finding your place in the creative landscape. Soon, your sketchbook will tell a story not just of your work but of where you’re going next.
Notes
Teen work readiness courses are designed for high school students seeking professional pathways in art and design. Students join 9-week courses led by professional artists, designers, and art educators. They complete work simulations that mimic real-world projects and applications while gaining and improving essential skills needed for future success.
Teen work readiness courses are designed with many creative pathways in mind. The program teaches students how to thrive in college, careers, and other life opportunities. The curriculum is modeled after courses that were previously recognized as credit-bearing high school courses and aligned with the National Core Arts Standards.