duCret instructors are some of the finest artists, teachers and artisans in the central New Jersey area. Click a name below to see that instructor’s bio:

Offers unique skills and knowledge transfer; it introduces the art, beauty and aesthetics of ceramics. The open studio is designed to enhance your clay experience. It is suitable for all ages and no prior experience is
required.

Traditional life drawing session from model.

	The Palette – Issue 6 – August 2010 Read about former duCret students who have gone on to find work in the television and movie industry. Download.
	The Palette – Issue 5 – March 2010 Read about the record number of work submitted for The duCret Annual High School Student Art Show. Download.
	The Palette – Issue 4 – January 2010 Read about former student Cliff Galbraith’s journeys as a creative individual in the real world of comics and animated adventures. Download.
	The Palette – Issue 3 – September 2009 Read about a group of students who spent their Summer working on real assignments for real clients. Download.
	The Palette – Issue 2 – May 2009 Read about how the duCret School has been used as a backdrop in photo shoots and in television. Download.
	The Palette – Issue 1 – March 2009 Read about the results for the 30th Annual High School Student Art Show. Download.

Below are some various flyers that may help answer some questions regarding various course choices.

	Read about choosing a career in the Fine Arts. The Fine Arts program at duCret is more than just painting. It involves a variety of medium from painting to pencils to pottery to stained glass and jewelry making. Download.
	Read about choosing a career in Illustration. Find out just how widespread “illustration” really is and how it covers a wide spectrum of industry. Download.
	Read about choosing a career in Graphic Design. Just what is graphic design and what does a graphic designer do? Download.
	Read about choosing a career in Web Design. We take the internet for granted as an everyday tool. Eye catching designs and intuitive navigation are just two key elements in creating a dynamic website! Download.
	Read about what careers are available to creative individuals. Now that you’ve learned to master your skills, is there work for me in the real world? This is just a short list of the many possible options out there. Download.
	Read about everyday life at duCret. There’s more to being a student at The duCret School of Art than just learning about art! Download.

Working from a live model, techniques explored will range from traditional to contemporary. The elements of drawing, as well as the emotional content will be the focus.

Advanced application of the principals learned in the Graphic Design Studio Practices I given at a level to satisfy career requirements. Student projects will include multi-page publications, development of advanced design concepts, and others. Second semester focuses on presentations to off-campus professionals. Individual portfolio development will be included.

This course is a survey of the history of art covering the major periods, styles and artists from pre-historic through modern time. The class format will consist of lectures, the use of audio/ visual aids, student participation and museum tours.

Explore the process of designing and sculpting an original toy,action figure or collectible figure. Students will begin with a concept drawing,prepare a turn-around drawing then proceed to a 3D clay sculpture. Various materials will be explored to produce a pattern sculpture . Castings and procedures will also be explained.