Visual Arts

Our high school visual arts program offers a dynamic and inspiring range of courses designed to introduce students to a variety of media, techniques, and approaches to the visual arts. 

Our class offerings include foundational courses like:

• Art I

• Art II

• Painting I

• Painting II

• Drawing

• Printmaking

• Advanced Art

• Advanced Art Portfolio

• Collaborative Painting

• Advanced Ceramics

We emphasize a comprehensive and exhilarating understanding of the visual arts by exploring them through the lenses of Aesthetics, Art Criticism, Art Production and Craft, Art Exhibition, and Workforce Readiness. 

Our students also have the unique opportunity to collaborate with local institutions such as PCC Rock Creek and its distinguished Visual Arts Faculty, as well as PCC OMIC, which enriches their learning experience with real-world applications and professional insights, setting the stage for creative exploration and innovation.

Our program prepares students for a wide array of thrilling career paths, including fine artist, graphic designer, illustrator, art teacher, museum curator, art therapist, ceramics artist, printmaker, gallery director, and arts administrator. 

Through our engaging curriculum, students gain not only technical skills but also critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities that are essential for success in both artistic and non-artistic professions. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where students can unleash their creativity, develop their artistic talents, and explore a vibrant spectrum of potential career opportunities in the visual arts field. 

Join us, and let your creativity soar to new heights!