High School Art Lessons

Teaching Art to High School Students (Ages 14+)

Art theory as it relates to artists and art movements of the past and present.
Analyze how technical and aesthetic elements contribute to the ideas communicated in works of art.
State preferences for works of art based on detailed analysis.
Describe how a society or culture influences the arts.
Create art by selecting and using elements of art and technical skills to achieve a desired effect.
Analyze works of art.
Explore areas of artistic interest in greater depth as they develop their own critical and problem solving skills.
Use a variety of materials to create art.
Explore, challenge, express and develop ideas using the skills and techniques they have learned.
Establish self-esteem and self-confidence.
Sharpen intuitive abilities.
Expand aesthetic awareness and develop aesthetic judgement.
Continue exposure to art history. Analyze a work of art by comparing it to another from a different time or culture.
Discuss elements of art and principles of design while identifying aspects that contribute to the effectiveness of art.
Use personal and cultural experiences as subject matter.
Analyze how technical and aesthetic elements contribute to the ideas communicated in works of art.
State preferences for works of art based on detailed analysis.
Describe the benefits of gaining skills in the arts.