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Art 2A - Introduction to Drawing  3 units
Skills development in light and shade, composition, perspective, and other basics. The use of pencil, ink and pastels. [ Offered in the Summer, Fall and Spring ]

Art 2B - Drawing and Composition  3 units
Development of knowledge and skills introduced in Art 2A, emphasizing media and composition and introducing the use of color. Prerequisite: Art 2A Introduction To Drawing (completed with a "C" or higher). [ Offered in the Summer, Fall and Spring ]

Art 45 - Creative Portfolio and Self Promotion  2 units
Development and refining artist's portfolio and strategies for self-promotion of ideas and skills to work effectively in the design world. Includes use of effective techniques of presentation. Selection, updating and highlighting of individual skills to present an artist's portfolio to the best advantage. [ Offered in the Spring ]

Art 54 - Illustrating Children's Books  3 units
Creation of two different children's books. The relationship between words and images, page layout, character development, and illustration styles. Illustrate existing books or students' own stories. [ Offered in the Fall ]

Art 55 - Introduction To Graphic Design Careers  2 units
Lectures in different careers related to the Graphic Design field. Presentation of art work by design specialists highlighting a variety of careers and opportunities in the graphic design industry. Speakers may include graphic designers, art directors, illustrators, photographers, web designers, publishers and others in the graphic design industry.
             [ Offered in the Fall ]

Art 56 - Graphic Design I  3 units
Introduction to the field of graphic design and use of typography and up to six field trips
to explore industry related occupations. Assignments includes creating graphic designs and advertising designs. [ Offered in the Fall and Spring ]

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