Art Start Studio Classes for Children ages 6 to 9
Why Art Start Studio is Important to Children
- Schools that incorporate drawing and visual arts into their regular curriculum are reporting a 20% increase in reading, writing, math and language skills!!
- In the past, many believed drawing curricula were for students age 12 and older. by studies prove that byy introducing the visual arts at a later age, many long term developmental benefits are lost to the child.
- At earloy as age 3 the young artist is truly ready to be introduced to these drawing and shape observation exercises.
Source: (Geraldine Schwartz PhD ,Founder and President, Vancouver Learning Center)
Classes for artists ages 6 to 9
Weekend Artist Workshops for Artists ages 6 to 9 year class is 2 hours in length (offered monthly)
What is offered for 6 to 9 year old classes:
- Each class is presented according to the development and skill of each individual in that respective class.
- Each child is given the individual attention and instruction they need.
- We do not critique the children’s art. However, we do provide guidance in a positive manner.
- In these classes students will be presented with a 2 hour class focusing on a different media each class, as well as exploring the technique and master artist associated with that media.
- In each workshop students will go home with a handbook of guidelines to subject studied and a completed work of art.
- In addition to class time, we also encourage the students to participate in various area art exhibits and studio field trips. Parents are asked to join us on these art trips!
Art Start Studio Classes for Children and Teens Ages 10 and up
Art Start Studio Classes for Children and Teens Ages 10 and up
Why Art Start Studio is Important for Older Children and Teens
- The visual arts experience refines cognitive and creative skills.
- The Visual Arts have a tremendous impact on the developmental growth of every child and has proven to help level the "learning field" across socio-economic boundaries.
- The Visual Arts Strengthens the imagination, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, adding to overall academic achievement and school success.
- The Visual Arts Develop a sense of craftsmanship, quality task performance, and goal-setting—skills needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
The Visual Arts nurtures important values and teaches life skills:
- Developing an informed perception
- Articulating a vision
- Building self-confidence and self-discipline
- Accepting responsibility to complete tasks from start to finish
- Team-building
- Respecting alternative viewpoints
- Appreciating and being aware of different cultures and traditions
Source: Americans for the Arts 2002
Classes for artists ages 10 and up
Weekend Artist Workshops for Artists ages 10 and up year class is 2 hours in length (offered monthly)
What is offered for Artists Ages 10 and up classes:
- Each class is presented according to the development and skill of each individual in that respective class.
- Each child is given the individual attention and instruction they need.
- We do not critique the children’s art. However, we do provide guidance in a positive manner.
- In these classes students will be presented with a 2 hour class focusing on a different media each class, as well as exploring the technique and master artist associated with that media.
- In each workshop students will go home with a handbook of guidelines to subject studied and a completed work of art.
- In addition to class time, we also encourage the students to participate in various area art exhibits and studio field trips. Parents are asked to join us on these art trips!
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