Class Descriptions:
- Floral Design 1: Meets CSU/UC requirement ‘f’; Fine Arts.This course provides an introduction to artistic and creative perception through a series of floral design projects. Subjects include, but are not limited to, introduction to art, historical contributions and cultural dimensions, aesthetic valuing and making judgments of individual works of art, elements of design, principles of design, creative expression through original works of art, and applications learned in visual art. Students will construct floral designs that are affected by society, history, culture, politics, and economic influence. Students will conclude the course by using their creative expression through wedding consultations and wedding planning. Participation in FFA & SAE activities are an integral part of the course grade. Available for grades 9-12.
- Floral Design 2: Meets CSU/UC requirement ‘f’; Fine Arts This course will emphasize developing entry-level skills necessary for employment in the floral industry. Subjects include, but are not limited to, principles of design, creative expression through original works of art, elements of design, individual flower/foliage species care & maintenance, event planning (weddings, parties, events, etc.), holiday floral sales and floral shop management & accounting. Participation in FFA & SAE activities are an integral part of the course grade. Available for grades 10-12.
- Floral Design 3: Meets CSU/UC “f” requirement for fine arts. This course will emphasize continuing to develop entry- level skills necessary for employment in the floral industry. Subjects include, but are not limited to, principles of design, elements of color, creative expression through original works of art, elements of design, individual flower/foliage species care, maintenance & identification, event planning (weddings, parties, events, etc.), holiday floral sales and floral shop management & accounting. Students will focus on European floral style influences and begin developing gluing techniques. Participation in FFA & SAE activities are an integral part of the course grade. This course is articulated with Modesto Junior College. Available for grades 11 & 12.
- Floral Design 4: Meets CSU/UC “f” requirement for fine arts. This course will emphasize continuing to develop entry- level skills necessary for employment in the floral industry. Subjects include, but are not limited to, principles of design, elements of color, creative expression through original works of art, elements of design, individual flower/foliage species care, maintenance & identification, event planning (weddings, parties, events, etc.), holiday floral sales and floral shop management & accounting. Students will focus on Art Nouveau, Free-Form Expression and Art Deco floral style influences and continue developing gluing techniques. Participation in FFA & SAE activities are an integral part of the course grade. This course is articulated with Modesto Junior College. Available for Seniors.