Drawing is the main focus of the course, giving students an understanding of art forms, which provides a basis for the entire creative process.  This course is about artistic connections between; the visual arts, the community, and the individual.  Students will be challenged to solve problems with knowledge of art elements and design principles.  Artwork will be created to better understand and appreciate art of past and present cultures while developing a personal, aesthetic sense.  Students in this course will be required  to maintain a sketchbook/visual journal,.  Students will be required to draw from observation for 15-30 min.daily in their Sketchbook/Journals.