THE Woodlands High School Art Department is composed of several specialized courses that provide specific instruction in two-dimensional and three dimensional design. Students are encouraged to take Art 1 beginning in their freshman year. This serves as a foundation for each student so that they may enroll in specialized courses such as Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Photography, Electronic Media, and AP Art. Art students are encouraged to take AP Art History to complement their art studies. The art faculty is composed of seven highly qualified staff members who bring their passion and diverse knowledge to each subject they teach.

Art courses are 90 minutes long and a student can enroll in multiple courses throughout the year. Students must take each course in a progression so that they advance with the knowledge and confidence to achieve a high level of craftsmanship and creativity. The courses focus on the development of the student artist by giving them hands-on instruction with materials such as clay, paint, cameras, computers, and a variety of other media. Each room is equiped with the necessary tools and materials to allow the students to gain experience developing their art skills.

Art students have the opportunity to compete in several competitions and contests, take field trips that enhance their art experience, and to learn about the many options they can pursue after they complete their high school education. Each year many students graduate with the ability to pursue degrees in art and work in several growing art careers. Every fall semester art colleges and institutes visit the school in the hopes of recruiting TWHS art students. Former art students have recieved degrees in art from a variety of schools . Currently recent graduates are pursuing art degrees from schools such as The University of Texas, The University of North Texas, Savannah College of Art & Design, Ringling College of Art & Design, and other schools around the country.

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The Woodlands High School Art Department