The Painting and Drawing program offers a comprehensive and dynamic artistic experience for students who are passionate about visual arts.
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The arts faculty is comprised of practicing artists committed to helping you discover and express your unique vision of the world through art. The department offers classes in seven distinct disciplines, including dance, digital media and design, music, painting and drawing, photography, sculpture and ceramics, and theater. All freshmen participate in a yearlong Arts Immersion course, which exposes them to the breadth and depth of our creative offerings.
Perform with and without a script in this introductory acting course designed for anyone interested in developing their self-confidence, collaboration and communication skills in a fun and stress-free environment.
Learn how to make an audience laugh through this exploration of comedic performance.
Explore the comprehensive role of the director as creative lead.
Explore partner work in dramatic scenes in this intermediate acting course
For students who have demonstrated through both dedication and skill level their commitment to creating in clay.
Create original dance works across a range of styles and techniques, and develop a deeper capacity to teach, create, learn, perform, and engage in thoughtful discussion about dance.
Explore advanced performance analysis and technique through focused study in Comedy, Directing, and Scene Lab.
Embark on a transformative journey in this comprehensive year-long endeavor tailored for passionate photography enthusiasts.
Specifically designed for our most talented students who possess a deep passion for art and aspire to elevate their skills to an advanced level.
Pomfret freshmen participate in an exciting, fast paced course that integrates multiple programs in the arts.
In this course, one of three in the astronomy elective series, students will investigate the beautiful and bizarre objects that exist in the Universe.
Students will learn hand building techniques in this introductory course in working with clay and glazes.
Refine your craftsmanship and expand creative approaches to clay through advanced handbuilding, surface techniques, and an introduction to wheel throwing. Emphasis is placed on artistic exploration and personal voice.
Students who have completed Ceramics I dive deeper into the creative process and put their hand building skills to the test.
Learn the art of throwing on the potter's wheel and centering clay as you create mugs, bowls, plates, and lidded jars.