Visual Arts Programs
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Art Pathways at Santiago High School
Greetings from the Visual Arts Department. Here is a list of teachers and classes. All freshmen are welcome to take any Introduction- level class and AP Art History. Most art classes are A-G approved and can fulfill one Fine Art requirement needed for graduation. You can look through Intro- level art classes to start your art journey at Santiago HS.
Paul Auksztulewicz: Ceramics 1 and 2
Tami Lincoln: Graphic Design 1 and 2
Michell Min: Drawing and Painting 1 and 2, AP Art History
Carrie Turang: Drawing and Painting 1
Stewart VanBuskirk: Visual Arts 1
Brice Wilson: Animation 1 and 2, AP Art and Design (2D, Drawing, 3D)
*Michael Solis: Digital Photo 1 and 2
*Carl Gauss: Video Production 1 and 2
We are excited to offer Art Pathways to acknowledge students who excel in the Visual Arts. Please browse through the different classes to see what may interest you as you plan out courses towards graduation.
*Dual CTE Pathways
Are you interested in a graduation cord?
Recognition for Pathway Completer Students
Visual Arts honors Seniors who complete a Visual Arts Pathway with a cord to be worn during graduation. Here are our awards.
+ The Distinguished Award is a double cord that honors students taking 4 classes
(2 Intro-level, one Upper- level and one AP class) with a B or better.
+ The Honorary Award is a single cord that honors students taking 3 classes
(2 Intro-level classes and one Upper- level class) with a B or better.
Visual Arts Video
AP Art History
This class is open to all grades, including Freshmen!
Have you or will you take AP World, AP Euro, AP Art Studio or just interested in Art History? This is the class for YOU! This is a college-level class in Art History. No drawing experience required and fulfills a fine art credit. Students will examine 250 works of art, this includes; architecture, paintings, archaeological finds, sculpture and drawings from all over the world. Looking at the elements of art and principles of design students will investigate artist intention along with historical and cultural contexts. Passing the AP Art History test with a 3 or better is the equivalent of a two-semester college-level art history survey course, covering art from the Paleolithic era through today.
For more Information, contact Mrs. Min in P210
email: michell.min@cnusd.k12.ca.us
AP Art and Design (2-D, Drawing and 3-D)
There are 3 sections.
Drawing includes pencil drawings or digital with attention to mark-making
2-D Art and Design includes color and other materials working on a flat surface including digital
3-D Art and Design includes any sculptural work, example: Ceramics.
Creating a portfolio of artwork from the elements of art and principles of design, students submit artwork as part of the AP Art and Design Exams. Passing the exam with a 3 or better is the equivalent of a two-semester college- level studio art class.
* This course requires teacher approval and a portfolio review
For more Information, contact Mr. Wilson
email: bwilson@cnusd.k12.ca.us