Graphic Arts
Explore the print and design industry through drawing, typography, photography, graphic design, illustration, and animation. Learn marketable skills in a studio setting that includes a Mac lab running the Adobe Creative Suite, and a print lab that provides hands-on workspace to generate products like t-shirts and stickers. An emphasis is placed on the design process, concept development, and critique to create a portfolio for a career in commercial arts.
CORE SKILLS
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FUTURE CAREER OPTIONS
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CERTIFICATIONS and ACADEMIC CREDIT
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SETTING STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS
Students engage in active learning by taking advantage of job shadows, co-op and work experiences as well as making career connections through guest speakers from the graphic arts industry.
LEADERSHIP and SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Club participation, competition and leadership can occur through Skills USA, MITES, National Cherry Festival, peer mentorship, local art shows, National Technical Honor Society and Student Council.