Upper School Visual Arts
Upper School Visual Arts courses are aimed to: foster the creative spirit, instill in students powerful tools that help make connections between intellect and emotion; expand student’s abilities to distinguish and appreciate the arts as a historical reflection of humankind’s advancements, values, and cultures; develop a deeper capacity for creative expression and effective visual communication, and cultivate direct experience with the senses and create an atmosphere that promotes a kinesthetic connection to learning.
growing creativitY
The Upper School Visual Art curriculum includes exposure to global art theory and history; critical thinking; studio thinking; design thinking; global contemporary artists; writing about art and artists; individual and group critiques; creating independent, self-expressive artwork; field trips; the Adobe Creative Suite, Procreate, and other emerging media; sketchbook drawing and digital archival of artwork that documents both process and product; exhibiting art both on and off-campus; sustainable materials; and technology integration.
Introductory Courses
- Photography 1: Darkroom
- Ceramics
- 3D Studio Art Foundations
- 2D Studio Art Foundations
- Digital Art and Design Foundations
Honors Classes
- Honors Darkroom Photography II
- Honors Ceramics II
- Honors Sculpture
- Honors Drawing
- Honors Painting and Printmaking
- Honors Digital Art and Design II
Advanced Coursework
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IB Visual Art HL/SL Yr 1
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Honors Visual Art Portfolio
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AP Art History
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IB Visual Art HL/SL Yr 2
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AP Art and Design Portfolio
Art with Purpose
The Visual Arts program at Saint Andrew’s School is alive with creativity, energy, and purpose. In our bright, inspiring studios, students explore their identities and perspectives through artistic expression.