This course will fulfill the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum requirements for Group 6 Arts/Electives. Students will demonstrate growth and commitment through the study of art by developing a portfolio of their art work and documenting their growth through the research notebook. The work will also reflect an inquiring attitude of awareness of the local and global environment. This course will emphasize studio work with some focus on research. This course will fulfill the Texas graduation requirements for fine arts.