Course Outline and Objectives

Class: Art Exploration

Tutor: Cindy Phiffer

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Other books/materials, etc. required for class: All printed material will be provided by instructor. Computer and email access are necessary for this class.

***Parents are responsible for getting all texts and materials unless teacher specifies otherwise.

Yearly Tuition:        $272                           Copy & Materials: $35        Supply Fee:  $15

With this tuition rate, I must have a minimum of    6   and maximum of    12   students.   

Overview of class: 

Join us for an exploration of art and expression using a variety of mediums, including acrylic paint, paper, found objects, markers, colored pencils and pastels. As we complete six-eight works of art, students will learn to communicate using pattern and texture. Guided activities designed to build trust within the group will create an environment in which we can express ourselves safely and confidently. Individual and group projects will result in the creation of mobiles, collages, paintings and other objet d’art. Information about works by and the history of renowned artists such as Tiffany, Miro, O’Keeffe, Monet, Cornell, Degas, Calder, Dali, Klimt and Mondrian will be woven into each lesson. Completed works will be shared with our families and friends.

Prerequisites for this class: none

Recommended Grade Level:  8-12

Estimated Difficulty:  average

Average study time for this class will be approximately 1-2 hours per week.

Tutor Expectations for Parents:

Creativity flows most freely within structure. I will provide a detailed syllabus that will include weekly assignments, expectations and suggestions. Regular communication is an important component of this art class. Email will enable you, the students and me to be in touch throughout the week. Parents will be asked to keep your copy of the syllabus on the refrigerator, in your RTA folder, or wherever it will be easily accessible to you. Some of the projects will require a familiar household object. Parents are not expected to read the syllabus, see the request for the object, locate it, and put it in the backpack. Instead, discuss the week’s assignments on Monday evening. When you check in with them on Wednesday, you’ll ask, “Have you found what you need for art? Did you put it in your backpack?” Lessons in art and self-expression will be taught alongside lessons in organizational and study skills. That may sound like a lot to tackle, but we make a dynamic team.