Welcome to the wonderful world of art!
Imagination is more important than knowledge. ~ Albert Einstein
Mrs. Schindewolf's art curriculum includes:
Why study art?
Art is for everyone, not just a talented few! Through artistic expression, students can experience the excitement, and gratification that come with creative accomplishment. Creative thinking and problem solving are a huge part of the art process. These are skills that are applicable is all subject areas! Our art projects are designed to encourage imaginative thinking, self-expression, observational skills, and perseverance. As a result, students are able to work on developing their own personal style, as well as, an appreciation for the visual arts!
You can learn art!
Art is a skill you can learn! It's just like learning a sport or playing a musical instrument. First you learn the basics and techniques, then you PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! Be patient with yourself, try, and try again. Practice is the key to success!
Ten ways to improve your art skills and think like an artist!
Imagination is more important than knowledge. ~ Albert Einstein
Mrs. Schindewolf's art curriculum includes:
- Exploring a variety of media (acrylic, watercolor, colored pencil, ink, pastels and clay.)
- Learning to use and identify the elements and principles of art.
- Learning how to draw accurately, as well as for creative expression.
- Learning about visual arts in past and present cultures throughout the world.
- Exploring works of art from various artists; learning how to analyze and discuss works of art.
Why study art?
Art is for everyone, not just a talented few! Through artistic expression, students can experience the excitement, and gratification that come with creative accomplishment. Creative thinking and problem solving are a huge part of the art process. These are skills that are applicable is all subject areas! Our art projects are designed to encourage imaginative thinking, self-expression, observational skills, and perseverance. As a result, students are able to work on developing their own personal style, as well as, an appreciation for the visual arts!
You can learn art!
Art is a skill you can learn! It's just like learning a sport or playing a musical instrument. First you learn the basics and techniques, then you PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE! Be patient with yourself, try, and try again. Practice is the key to success!
Ten ways to improve your art skills and think like an artist!
- Be curious.
- Pay attention to details.
- Think about drawing/painting something a new or different way.
- Don't be afraid to make mistakes, happy accidents can happen.
- Keep revising or changing your work until you are happy with it.
- Do your best and remember, we are all different people and therefore different artists.
- Think imaginatively.
- Be persistent.
- Be a dreamer.
- Keep a sketchbook and draw daily. Draw anything and everything (your breakfast, your school supplies, your pet, something in nature, your friend, your shoe, etc. - just draw!)
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*Click the "Resources" tab above for fun and interactive art websites.
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