Art
The Seaford Art Department is committed to fostering each student’s inherent need for self-expression through art. We believe that the ability to express oneself creatively is universally accessible and beneficial. Our philosophy emphasizes the importance of active engagement in the entire creative process, ensuring that every student participates fully.
Along with developing a basic technical understanding of medium and technique, we encourage "student choice". Our goal is to create an environment where students feel empowered to experiment and develop their unique visual language. This approach not only enhances their artistic skills but also cultivates real-world abilities such as confidence, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Elementary Art Program
The visual arts program at the Manor and Harbor Elementary Schools is based on the principles and practices of TAB, Teaching for Artistic Behaviors. A TAB art room is a choice-based, student-centered studio environment where the artists are given the skills, support, materials, space and time to respond to their own interests and ideas through art making. Students are not only taught about art; they are taught how to think and behave like artists and creators. Artists are encouraged to focus on the process of art making rather than just the finished product. 21st Century skills such as collaboration, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving are intrinsically woven into a TAB studio experience. Throughout their elementary art career, student artists explore and experiment with a wide variety of materials and techniques. They are encouraged to envision their art, express their ideas and feelings, engage and persist through problems to develop focus, and observe and reflect on their art making process.
Secondary Art ProgramsÂ
Middle School art courses are designed to build upon students' foundational experiences and knowledge from elementary school. These courses place a strong emphasis on the "Elements of Art" and the "Principles of Design," ensuring a comprehensive understanding of these concepts. Students are guided in both the creation and discussion of art, using specific vocabulary from the Visual Arts lexicon. Through various techniques and projects, the middle school curriculum prepares students for advanced high school art courses and future artistic endeavors.
The Visual Arts Program at Seaford High School provides historical and cultural experiences. Students become connected to society by expressing themselves visually and verbally. Each student is encouraged to develop creative, problem-solving thinking skills through their use of appropriate art mediums and techniques, to analyze and respond to works of art, and to understand the cultural dimensions and contributions of the arts. The Art Department offers comprehensive foundation courses, elective courses, and Advanced Placement courses. A wide variety of classes are available to meet the individual personal and career goals of each student.
Custom 5-credit sequences can be constructed to meet graduation requirements.
Dr. Patrick Kennedy
Coordinator for Fine
and Applied Arts
(516) 592-4375
pkennedy@seaford.k12.ny.us
High School Art Course Offerings
- Introduction to Art
- Drawing & Painting
- Drawing & Painting Honors
- Digital Art: Photoshop & Illustrator
- Graphic Design
- Filmmaking I
- Filmmaking II
- Sculpture
- Comic Illustration & Cartooning
- Interior Design
- Photography II
- Yearbook Production
- Professional Photo
- AP Art (AP Drawing or AP 2D Art & Design)