176 Q	ART & DESIGN
Length/Credit	1 semester - 0.5 credit; (RHS and SHS: 1 quarter 0.5 credit)
Prerequisite	None
Other Info	None
Location	Bellevue, Interlake, International, Newport, Robinswood, Sammamish
Students explore a variety of media, with an emphasis on design. Two-dimensional media may include: painting, printmaking, collage and digital media. Students will be introduced to Photoshop as a tool for manipulating and enhancing traditional studio media.  Three-dimensional media may include: sculptural clay, functional clay, wood, paper product sculpture, jewelry, textiles, or stained glass. The study of art history, cultures, and artists will incorporate vocabulary and the elements and principles of design. This course is a suggested prerequisite for the AP and IB programs.