Visual Arts

Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12

Easle and paintbrushes Visual Arts banner

On May 20th, 2025 the Visual Arts department took a very special trip to the Albright Knox Gallery.  The students toured the gallery and then worked in the studio space with Saira Siddiqui on her mural that's going up at Stitch Buffalo.  Enjoy the photos of their experience.

Albright Knox Gallert Filed Trip

Learn more about the Visual Arts Department

VISUAL ART • Grades 5-12

The Visual Arts program helps students develop individual and collaborative skills, technological competencies, flexible thinking, and an appreciation for diversity.

Students making clay sculptures

Our specialized courses of study includes classes in 2D and 3D, traditional and contemporary art making practices. By offering a variety of courses we are able to help students develop a portfolio of work that displays an understanding of a variety of purposes of art and a deep understanding of the elements and principles of art and design. This portfolio can be used when the student applies for scholarships, colleges or careers.

Students are given the opportunity to explore art in the community by visiting with local artists, visiting galleries and hosting guest artists in the classroom.

Courses Include:

Studio in Art / Graphic Design /
Photography
Drawing & Painting / Computer Art
Advanced Drawing & Painting / Sculpture / Printmaking
Art Criticism & Aesthetics / AP Art History

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Abstract still life with guitar