Painting (Portfolio Prep) Class

Painting (Portfolio Prep) Class is designed to acquaint students with color theories, materials, composition, and techniques of painting. Painterly representation as a major art medium will be emphasized. Color relationships as one of the essential features of painting will be analytically studied and explored through multiple interpretations and practices. The ability to manipulate visual elements to serve certain purposes is essential in the art discipline, and aesthetic judgment determines the outcomes. Students will also refer to and appreciate the masterpieces dealing with traditional and contemporary concerns regarding art movement and subject matter.

What We Cover In The Class:

• Intro to Color System and Mixing Exercises
• Still Life Color Temperature Studies
• Still Life Value Patterns
• Color Scheme Practices
• Color Uses on Local, Optical, Emotional

School Closed for Teacher and Staff Training: Jun 2 - Jun 8, 2025

‍Holidays:

• ‍Thanksgiving, No Class: Nov 24 - Nov 30, 2025
• Christmas, No Class: Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4, 2026