Fine and Performing Arts

Courses

3D Art

Adam Carnes

This is an in-depth study where students will nurture/develop their vision, collaborate on group projects, and start forming their identity …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Advanced Darkroom

Cheyenne Butcher

Designed for students with some existing experience and knowledge in taking, developing and printing photographs, this course aims to …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Advanced Studio Art

Adam Carnes

Designed for advanced students who are committed to developing a specific artistic ability. Examples: oil painting, acrylic painting, …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Animation Foundations

Eric Miller

This computer elective course is an introduction to the fundamental principles and techniques of animation in a digital format. Students …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Art Foundations

Adam Carnes

This class is a basic introduction to fine art methods and media for both beginners and students familiar with basic art media. By exploring …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Art History

Cheyenne Butcher

Art History offers a mix of art and history that’s more than just memorizing dates and names. Spanning cultures across all continents and …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Audio Production

Derek Clark

Through this course, students hone their abilities to access, analyze, create, and act using digital media. There will be focus on students …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Ceramics

Kelly Foshee

This course is a basic ceramics class for both beginners and students with prior clay experience. We will explore all of the basic clay …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Creative Exploration

Marilyn Gates

Enjoy the opportunity to explore your personal interests and create a project that reflects that interest. Using any available resources, …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Darkroom 101

Cheyenne Butcher

Darkroom 101 will introduce you to the art of film photography, darkroom processing, and photo printing. You'll learn everything from best …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Debating Ethics

Rani Spindle

Students will engage with classic and contemporary moral dilemmas through the applications of philosophy and debate. This course offers an …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Digital Photography

Cheyenne Butcher

Digital Photography is a trimester introduction to the digital camera as an art-making tool designed for students at the beginning level. …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Drama I

Marilyn Gates

In addition to the technical side of the craft (lights, sound, sets, costumes, etc.), students in this course will explore characters, …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Drawing I

This class is a beginning drawing class for those who have never drawn before and those who have a grasp of basic drawing techniques. We …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Drawing II

Adam Carnes

This class is a continuation of Drawing I. We will continue our drawing studies using various methods, such as: life drawing, linear …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Graphic Design

Eric Miller

This computer elective course exposes students to a structured progression from basic to advanced techniques in both Adobe Photoshop and …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Hands-On Art History

Kelly Foshee

For millennia, humans have created all manner of artwork using a wide variety of materials and techniques to achieve their artistic …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

History of Photography

Cheyenne Butcher

Photographs can provide glimpses into lives past, long-ago events, and forgotten places. They can help shape our understanding of culture, …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Improvisation

Marilyn Gates

Improvisation, in theatre, is the playing of scenes without written dialogue.This happens with acting and reacting in the moment and in …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Instrumental Music

Clinton Beeler

Beginning in 6th grade students will learn to read and create music via exploration of multiple instruments and genres. Throughout this 3 …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Intro to Speech & Debate

Rani Spindle

Students will develop the skills of public speaking, acting, and debating through in-class performance, peer feedback, and competition. …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Musical Theater

Marilyn Gates

In addition to the technical side of the craft (lights, sound, sets, costumes, etc.), this course entails developing skills in vocals, dance …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Oil Painting

Adam Carnes

This course will dive deep into historical and practical oil painting. It’s an intermediate and advanced level of training for students who …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Printmaking I

Kelly Foshee

This class will be an introduction to the art of printmaking, which is the oldest form of graphic design and a way to make multiples— think …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Printmaking II

Kelly Foshee

This class will be a continuation of the techniques learned in Printmaking I, and will further your skills in the art of printmaking. …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Script Analysis

Rani Spindle

This course is designed for advanced actors to refine their ability to interpret scripts for performance. Students will practice identifying …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Sewing

MacKenzie Lance

In Sewing, students will learn the basics of mending, quilting, and garment construction. Using hand and machine techniques, students will …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

The Arts and Crafts Movement

Kelly Foshee

The Arts and Crafts movement was a late 19th century design philosophy that championed handcrafted, high-quality items over mass-produced …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Varsity Speech and Debate

Rani Spindle

Speakers develop the skills of acting and public speaking. Daily activities may include creating original speeches or portions of speeches, …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Video Production

Cheyenne Butcher

Introduction to Video Production is a trimester course for students who have taken Film Studies, by Dr. Hawkins. This course is for students …

Fine and Performing Arts Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Yearbook

MacKenzie Lance

Yearbook is a great way to learn about graphic design, photography, and writing, while also celebrating our TSAS Community. Students will be …

Fine and Performing Arts Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors