I tell my students that Art 1 is the worst art class offered at our school. I also tell them that it is the most important art class. This is where they learn the fundamentals, the foundation, upon which all the rest of their art classes will be built. Its importance cannot be discounted. Below are students samples in simple shapes drawing, grid drawing, still-life drawing, perspective, value, and color. Click on the image to see a larger version and to see the name of the artist.