This course, open to students in 10th through 12th grades, is designed to build on and expand skills and understanding acquired in the Studio Art 1 course. Emphasis is placed upon advancing student's technical skills, guiding student-selection of materials and styles and encouraging personal interpretations of different concepts introduced by the teacher. Students build upon their previous knowledge of a variety of media including pencil, charcoal, pastel, mixed media and acrylic paint. Past and contemporary artworks are introduced for inspiration, analysis and appreciation of art history.