Welcome to Art Class

Introduction to Art classes for students in grades K-8
The arts enable us to have an experience we can have from no other source
and through such an experience to discover the range and variety of what we
are capable of feeling.
Eisner, E. 2002. The Arts and the Creation of Mind.


Class description – “Why is art so important?”
The arts are a universal form of human expression and a unique way of knowing that engage us in affective, imaginative and productive activity. Learning through the arts helps us to explore, shape and communicate our sense of identity and understanding of the world, while providing opportunities to develop self-confidence, resilience and adaptability.
In Art class, students will have the opportunity to function as artists as well as learners of the visual arts. Students will use a variety of art mediums to develop skills and learn techniques, with a focus on the elements and principles of design, drawing, and color theory. While creating art and learning art processes, students will examine the role that art and artists have played in a variety of world cultures. Throughout the course, students will explore artistic mediums including, graphite, tempera and watercolor paint, various 3D materials, and collage, to name a few. Activities and projects throughout the course will teach students how to critically analyze and articulate the meaning of a work of art through an understanding of the elements and principles of art. This course is designed to challenge all skill levels.

Course aims and objectives
This course will enable students to:
•understand how the arts play a role in developing and expressing personal and cultural identities
• appreciate how the arts innovate and communicate across time and culture
• become informed and reflective practitioners of the arts
• experience the process of making art in a variety of situations
• explore, express and communicate ideas
• define art and artistic expression while exploring the elements of art
• acquire technical skill and media development in the following areas:

• Drawing skills: Observation, Negative/Positive Space, Perspective, Proportion, Composition, Value/Shading, Portraits
• Color theory and Painting: Color relationship and terms, painting techniques
• 3-D Design
• Collage

1. Knowing and Understanding

2. Developing Skills

3. Thinking Creatively

4. Responding

Mrs. Nicevski’s Contact Information
Email (the best way to reach me): Snicevski@solake.org
Main Office: 586-772-1282