5th Grade Art
In 5th grade art students will be introduced to various 2D and 3D art projects that incorporate the principles and elements of art. Manipulating tools and processes, and using observation skills will be emphasized. A wide variety of materials will be explored while learning to think like an artist.
6th Grade Maker Space Course Description
Students will be introduced to fundamental techniques, processes, and materials needed to make two and three-dimensional art. A variety of styles from realistic to abstract will be explored to provide a wide variety of interests and opportunities. Often we will utilize recycled materials to create works of art.
7th Grade Art Course Description
This class starts with a review of the Elements and Principles of Art and Color Theory. After revisiting the basics, students use skills and knowledge from previous art experiences to dive into more advanced art processes. Working through choice-based projects, students explore drawing, painting, paper art, fiber art, and sculpture. Improving existing skills and developing new ones is a primary goal in this class.
7th Grade iPad Art Course Description
Use your iPad & Logitech Crayons to create projects like word art, murals, collages, landscapes, portraits, & characters. We will be using various design and creation apps on the iPad. If you are looking for a chill, mellow, creative environment, this is the place!
7th & 8th Grade Sketchnoting Course Description
Sketchnoting is a visual form of notetaking that uses creativity to process new learning and help someone to understand new ideas. In this class we will use Sketches Pro & Notability to learn sketchnoting basics and apply them to create sketchnotes that support the learning happening in core classes. If you like being creative and trying new things, this may be the class for you!
8th Grade Art
This class starts with a review of the Elements and Principles of Art and Color Theory. After revisiting the basics, students use skills and knowledge from previous art experiences to dive into more advanced art processes. Working through choice-based projects, students explore drawing, painting, paper art, fiber art, and sculpture. Improving existing skills and developing new ones is a primary goal in this class.
8th Grade Graphic Design Course Description
Use your iPad & Logitech Crayons to create digital media including: A logo for this course and other courses at LPMS, graphic alphabets, app icon redesigns, album art, posters/flyers/advertisements, redesigns of historical masterpieces, and story illustrations. We will be using various design and creation apps on the iPad as well as learn from graphic designers in our community. We will use photography, drawing, painting, & green screen to create visual content. If you are looking for a chill, mellow, creative environment, this is the place!
