The Art and Design department proudly facilitates a contemporary artistic experience—both in theory and practice—creating holistic student artists. Students will grow in their technique, concept, process, and product as they work with industry professionals across various artistic disciplines, such as 2D, 3D, and Digital mediums. Ultimately, by embracing a fresh artistic mindset and voice, SOTA’s Art and Design students will be either college or career ready upon graduation, prepared to successfully participate in a global artistic community.

Scope & Sequence

9th Grade: Drawing I & II, Sculpture I & II, Digital Photography & Graphic Design 

10th Grade: Painting I & II, Ceramics I & II, Analog Photography & Video

11th Grade: Printmaking & Textiles, Jewelry & Metals, AP Art History, AP 2D/3D Studio

12th Grade: AP Drawing or Environmental Sculpture & Installation, Senior Capstone & Art as Business, Senior Internship, Artist in Residence Studio 

Conservatory students will also have the opportunity to participate in Flex Studio, which is formatted as an open studio, allowing students a space to independently work on their studio projects.