Week 1: Abstract Photography: Patterns and Textures
Capture abstract photographs that focus on patterns, textures, and unique perspectives, exploring composition, lighting, and the visual impact of abstract photography.
Week 2: Digital Illustration: Character Design
Create digital illustrations by designing unique characters, exploring anatomy, expressions, and the use of color and shading to bring the characters to life.
Week 3: Sculpture: Wire Portraits
Create wire sculptures that represent human portraits, exploring form, structure, and the interplay of line and negative space in three-dimensional artworks.
Week 4: Digital Collage: Narrative Compositions
Create digital collages that tell a story or convey a specific narrative, combining and manipulating images to create cohesive and visually engaging compositions.
Week 5: Acrylic Pour Painting: Fluid Art
Explore acrylic pour painting techniques to create abstract artworks with vibrant and fluid patterns, experimenting with color mixing, pouring methods, and the element of chance.
Week 6: Graphic Design: Magazine Layout
Design a magazine layout for a specific topic or theme, applying graphic design principles, typography, and visual hierarchy to create visually appealing and cohesive spreads.
Week 7: Printmaking: Monotype Techniques
Experiment with monotype printmaking techniques to create unique and expressive prints, exploring texture, layering, and the transfer of ink from a plate to paper.
Week 8: Digital Animation: Motion Graphics
Learn the basics of motion graphics by creating animated graphics and visual effects using digital software, exploring timing, transitions, and the integration of text and imagery.
Week 9: Ceramic Sculpture: Abstract Expressions
Create abstract ceramic sculptures that convey emotions or expressions, exploring form, texture, and the possibilities of clay as a medium for personal expression.
Week 10: Street Art: Sticker Bombing
Create street art-inspired sticker designs and strategically place them in public spaces, exploring self-expression, urban art culture, and the impact of art in the public domain.
Week 11: Photography: Documentary Series
Develop a documentary photography series that tells a visual story about a specific subject, exploring storytelling, composition, and the power of photography to convey messages.
Week 12: Watercolor Painting: Landscape Exploration
Explore watercolor painting techniques by capturing the beauty of landscapes, experimenting with washes, layering, and the transparent qualities of watercolor pigments.
Week 13: Film Production: Short Film
Plan, shoot, and edit a short film, exploring storytelling, cinematography, and editing techniques to create a narrative-driven audiovisual work.
Week 14: Sculpture: Found Object Transformation
Create sculptures by transforming found objects into new and unexpected forms, exploring assemblage, surrealism, and the concept of repurposing materials in art.
Week 15: Digital Art: Conceptual Illustrations
Create digital illustrations that convey conceptual ideas or narratives, exploring symbolism, visual metaphors, and the integration of digital techniques and traditional drawing skills.
Week 16: Collage Art: Mixed Media Exploration
Create mixed media collages by combining various materials, such as paper, fabric, and found objects, exploring texture, composition, and the juxtaposition of different elements.
Week 17: Fashion Design: Sustainable Fashion
Design and create fashion garments using sustainable materials or upcycled fabrics, exploring ethical fashion practices, innovative design techniques, and personal style.
Week 18: Experimental Photography: Light Painting
Experiment with light painting techniques in photography, using long exposures and various light sources to create abstract and visually captivating images.
Week 19: Installation Art: Interactive Environments
Create interactive installation artworks that engage the audience through sensory experiences, exploring space, materials, and the integration of technology or interactive elements.
Week 20: Digital Sculpture: 3D Modeling
Learn the basics of 3D modeling and create digital sculptures using computer software, exploring form, texture, and the virtual representation of three-dimensional objects.
Week 21: Mural Art: Community Engagement
Collaborate on a mural art project that beautifies a public space or communicates a message relevant to the local community, exploring public art practices and teamwork.
Week 22: Abstract Painting: Expressive Gestures
Explore abstract painting by focusing on expressive brushwork, gestural mark-making, and the use of color and texture to convey emotions and create visually dynamic compositions.
Week 23: Film Genre Study: Movie Posters
Analyze and create movie posters for different film genres, exploring graphic design principles, composition, and the visual language of movie marketing.
Week 24: Ceramic Pottery: Hand building Techniques
Learn various hand building techniques in ceramics, such as pinch pots, coils, and slabs, to create functional pottery pieces with unique forms and surface decorations.
Week 25: Street Photography: Cultural Diversity
Capture street photographs that highlight the cultural diversity and everyday moments of people in urban environments, exploring documentary storytelling and visual narratives.
Week 26: Collagraph Printmaking: Textured Prints
Create collagraph prints by building textured printing plates using various materials and techniques, exploring texture, layering, and the expressive possibilities of printmaking.
Week 27: Graphic Design: Branding Identity
Design a branding identity for a fictional or real company, creating a logo, business cards, and other visual materials to convey a consistent brand image.
Week 28: Abstract Sculpture: Geometric Abstraction
Create abstract sculptures using geometric forms and materials such as wood or metal, exploring balance, rhythm, and the interplay between shape, space, and volume.
Week 29: Digital Painting: Fantasy Landscapes
Use digital painting techniques to create imaginative and detailed fantasy landscapes, exploring composition, lighting, and the creation of immersive digital environments.
Week 30: Photography: Experimental Self-Portraits
Create experimental self-portraits that explore identity, emotions, or personal narratives, using photography techniques such as double exposure, long exposure, or unconventional perspectives.
Week 31: Documentary Film: Personal Stories
Plan, shoot, and edit a documentary film that tells personal stories, exploring interview techniques, storytelling structures, and the ethical considerations of documentary filmmaking.
Week 32: Wire Sculpture: Organic Forms
Create wire sculptures inspired by organic forms found in nature, exploring movement, rhythm, and the translation of natural shapes into wire sculptures.
Week 33: Collage Art: Surrealist Narratives
Create surrealistic collages that combine unexpected elements and imagery to create dreamlike narratives, exploring symbolism, juxtaposition, and the subconscious mind.
Week 34: Motion Graphics: Title Sequences
Create dynamic title sequences for films or videos using motion graphics techniques, exploring typography, motion design, and the integration of visual effects and audio.
Week 35: Public Art: Environmental Awareness
Create public art installations or interventions that raise awareness about environmental issues or promote sustainability, exploring the intersection of art and environmental activism.
Week 36: Portfolio Building: Showcasing Creativity
Curate a comprehensive portfolio that showcases the students’ best artworks and demonstrates their artistic growth and development throughout the year.