Art Fundamentals/Total Picture (Q) 5410CM - This course allows students to explore the basic principles of the visual arts.  Students will examine the works of artists and the value of the creative process. They will have the opportunity to work with a variety of different materials and processes.  A great foundation for any art course!   Participants may repeat this course up to two times.

Advanced Design/Visual Composition (Q) 5410CE – Prerequisite:  Drawing I or by recommendation This advanced level course emphasizes the principles and elements of design to achieve a strong composition.  Advanced work will feature multiple approaches to creative problem solving.  Participants may repeat this course up to two times.

Carolina Crafts (Q)   – The craftwork traditions of North Carolina are introduced in this course, providing the student with the opportunity to learn skills such as stitchery/appliqué, jewelry, candling, basketry, weaving and pottery.  A study of local craftspeople will be a part of this course.

Commercial Art (Q) – 5410CF3 – In this introductory course to the communication arts, students will work with design and marketing concepts to create print advertising, print layout, publication, and merchandising.  Various mediums will be explored.

Drawing I (Q) 5410CB - This introductory class provides students with a solid foundation in drawing.  Working with a variety of materials such as pencil and charcoal, students learn to use value, gesture, and perspective, helping them to develop the ability “to see” as artists.  The class works with subjects such as still life, nature, and landscape.

Drawing II (Q) 5410CL – Prerequisite:  Drawing I or by recommendation  Students continue to develop skills learned in Drawing I.  Emphasis is on composition, perspective, form and value, using techniques such as stippling, shading and cross-hatching.  This course will help students refine their control of the medium.  Participants may repeat this course up to two times.

Fiber Arts (Q) 5410CH – Explore a wide variety of art processes that involve fibers, using batik, tie dyeing, papermaking, silk painting, collage, soft sculpture and weaving.  Students will create functional and decorative projects that connect to our everyday world.

Mask Making (Q) 5410CF2 – Prerequisite: Total Picture or by recommendation
Students design and construct masks using a wide range of materials, including clay, plaster, paper and wire.  Many types of ancient and contemporary masks are researched.  Drawing skills are recommended but not required.

Painting I (Q) 5026CF – In this painting fundamentals course, students will study color theory, experiment with various brush techniques and use water-based paints.  This course provides a solid foundation, allowing students to develop confidence in the medium.

Painting II (Q) 5032CC – Prerequisite Painting I, Drawing I or by recommendation Students will take their painting ability to a more advanced level.  Knowledge of color theory, color mixing, paint brush manipulation and good drawing skills are helpful in creating successful painting compositions.  Participants may repeat this course up to two times.

Pottery I (Q) 5410CI – This course is an introduction to the versatile organic material of clay.  Students will build functional and decorative pots using traditional hand-building techniques, such as pinch, coil and slab.  Pots will be glazed and fired in a kiln.  A study of this local craft tradition will also be included.

Pottery II (Q) 5410CI2 – Prerequisite: Pottery I or by recommendation
Further explore pottery and clay, using the potter’s wheel and advanced hand building techniques.  A detailed study of glazes will be included.  Participants may repeat this course up to two times.

Printmaking (Q) 5410CJ – Basic applications and techniques of printmaking and surface design are introduced, using cardboard, styrofoam, wood, linoleum, stencil and screen.  Strong drawing skills are a plus.  Projects may include monoprints, bookmaking, fabric pattern design and stationery.

Sculpture I (Q) 5410CD – Create three dimensional forms using a wide variety of media such as paper, wood, clay, wire, plaster, papier mâché, or fabric.  Basic design principles and art history are incorporated throughout the course.

Sculpture II (Q) 5410CD1 – Prerequisite:   Sculpture 1 or by recommendation 
Further explore the third dimension by creating sculptural forms with more complex structures and themes.  Participants may repeat this course up to two times.