Fine Arts

A variety of activities are offered at the elementary level.  Some of these focus on drawing and skill development, while others encourage experimentation and self-expression. Different media are used throughout the year--watercolor, tempera, clay, etc. Projects include self portraits, landscape drawing, metal repousse, stencil prints, stained glass, mosaic, still life drawing, paper cutting, cartooning, collages, weaving, etc. Students study the works of famous artists such as Munch, Klee, Miro, Matisse, Davis, and others.

At the middle school level, students are encouraged to understand the role and responsibility of the Christian artist.  Students study a variety of themes and ideas in the production of art. They learn to analyze the use of space and realize the value of personal art expression. Students begin to incorporate the elements and principles of design into their art productions. Students are taught to use the tools and materials of two- and three-dimensional art properly and safely.

The high school level offers specific art instruction to further refine and develop the student's skills. Classes include: Drawing, Painting, Graphic Design, Ceramics, 3-D Art, Sculpture, and Advanced Placement Art in which the student will develop a competitive portfolio that may be submitted for college credit.  Students participate in local art shows and national competitions.  OCS is proud to have produced many prizewinning entries.

Students in kindergarten through 2nd grade participate in general music classes that provide important opportunities for them to learn about the elements of music, to discover how to make their own music, and to bring glory and honor to God through their music and musical choices. In 3rd grade, students focus on learning to read music and playing simple instruments. These skills are extended by formal instruction in 5th grade with a weekly keyboard class. Beginning in 6th grade, band is offered as an elective.

OCS middle school students develop basic skills of stage performance, pantomime, and improvisation through class instruction and performances.   Students build public speaking skills through confidence-building activities and drama games and participate in solo and group performances.

OCS high school drama students begin in an introductory Drama 1 class and can progress to more advance drama studies. Students develop skills across the spectrum of live theater production focusing primarily on acting, but also including dance, mime, theatrical make-up design and application, set design, sound and light design, and costuming.

Drama Teacher

The primary goal of the video production classes is to introduce students to this visual language of video communication.  This class encourages students to use creative thinking and problem-solving skills to develop media and technology literacy. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, experiences, skills, and wisdom necessary to develop a Biblical view of media.

The students will learn basic camera operation, quality shot composition, lighting techniques, and editing techniques that will help them organize and develop a coherent story.  We explore the three phases of video production:  pre-production, production, and post-production.

Video production classes are offered in 8th grade and continue in the high school with Video Production I, II, and III.

Video Production Teacher

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Making the "O" Show

Orangewood students produce videos for chapel.