Middle and Upper School

The Visual Arts Department on the Munnerlyn Campus begins in sixth grade to emphasize creative problem-solving through the production of artwork using various media. Sixth graders begin art studies with a nine-week studio art course as part of their curriculum. Middle School visual arts programming provides classes as part of the rotating quarter system. Students learn about the elements of design and various artists' styles through several media and present their own works in the annual Middle School art exhibit. All students are presented with opportunities to enter various art competitions throughout the year.

Draw, Paint & Print 1 and Draw, Paint & Print 2 are offered to begin the Fine Arts track in Upper School. These classes include a variety of mediums including traditional materials such as graphite, charcoal, various paints, and relief as well as intaglio printmaking techniques. In Honors Draw, Paint & Print Students spend Semester 1 creating capstone projects, demonstrating mastery in drawing, painting, and printmaking. In Semester 2 they have an independent study in the medium of their choice with guided instruction tailored to their interest. Advanced Placement Draw, Paint & Print is offered to students by teacher recommendation as a full-year elective course to be evaluated for college credit on the national level.

The Munnerlyn Campus studio facilities are equipped to provide instruction in many disciplines: drawing, painting, photography, and printmaking. Art history is also offered as a field of study. The Berg Gallery in the Munnerlyn Center for Worship and Fine Arts provides gallery space for rotating student, faculty, and alumni exhibits.