Fine Arts Department

Welcome to the Haverford High School Fine Arts Department! Our programs are designed to provide a well-rounded art education for the beginning art student and intensive, specialized instruction for students planning to continue their art studies in college, art school or vocational school. The Haverford High School Fine Arts Department believes that the quality of a student’s life is enriched by the development of skills and values learned in the creation and/or performance of the Fine Arts. Study of the Fine Arts encourages students to function on multiple intellectual, analytical, thoughtful, and expressive levels. Based on the study of artworks of various periods and cultures, a student develops the special knowledge, sensitivity, and skills that training in art offers.

Program Goals -

Students will ...
  Understand and apply a wide variety of media, techniques, and processes;
  Use and apply appropriate terminology;

Evaluate a range of subject matter, symbols, and ideas promoting independent thought and constructive imagination;
  Understand the visual arts in relation to history and cultures;
  Reflect upon and assess the characteristics and the work of others, focusing on development of a sense of quality and appreciation of craftsmanship; and
  Make connections between visual arts and other disciplines.

Courses -

Introduction to Art

Art I

Art II

Art III

Advanced Placement Studio Art: 2-D Design

Studio Art: 2-D Design

Drawing and Illustration

Art and Society

Ceramics

Computer Animation

Computer Graphics

Concepts of Three-Dimensional Design

Design and Composition

Painting Studio

Photoshop Artistry

Portfolio Art

Sculpture

Fashion Design