Studio Art Program
The studio art program at Saint Saviour begins with an Introduction to Art Theory & History, where freshmen learn design fundamentals and explore key art movements. Sophomore students advance to Studio Art, working with various media to create projects that showcase their growing skill set. All sophomore art projects are displayed in the Annual Art Show, a celebrated event that brings the school community together to admire the work of young artists.
For students with a serious interest in visual arts, our Advanced Studio Art course offers a year-long deep dive into media like oil painting, graphite, charcoal, sculpture, and wood burning. These students often work on individualized projects, reflecting their artistic goals and developing portfolios that can be used for college
applications. Classes often extend outdoors to capture the surrounding historic architecture, providing real-world inspiration and context for students' work.
Our art students also have opportunities to participate in art-related clubs, engage in exhibitions, and even lead workshops, reinforcing their leadership skills and artistic expression. Through these courses and activities, students refine their technique, build their portfolios, and gain an appreciation for both the creative process and the art community at large.
Studio Art Sequence
Freshman Year: Introduction to Art Theory & History: This course explores the impact of art and design in everyday life through the Principles of Design and Elements of Art. Students study art history from prehistoric to modern times, create personal art history notebooks, and conclude by presenting on a chosen art style or period.
Sophomore Year: Introduction to Studio Art: This course encourages creativity through hands-on projects in various media, helping students develop skills in color mixing, perspective, and composition. Students explore techniques like scratchboard art, one-two-three and four-point perspective, and color wheel design, showcasing their work at the Annual Art Show.
Elective Offerings:
Advanced Studio Art I & II: This intensive studio course, open to juniors and seniors, provides a highly developed exploration of artistic techniques and media. Students engage in diverse projects, from outdoor drawing inspired by historic brownstones to painting, sculpture, and illustration, with personalized portfolio development.
Architecture and Interior Design: This course examines the evolution of architecture and the fundamentals of interior design, focusing on how human needs have shaped private and public spaces. Students will learn to use an architect scale, draw layouts, read floor plans, and explore materials, finishes, and furniture styles, developing creative and functional design solutions.