ART FOUNDATIONS 1
Welcome to Mastering the Elements of Art
Perfect for beginners ages 6+ • No art experience needed
Art Foundations level 1is a step-by-step guide art program specially designed for 1st and 2nd grade cognitive levels
and focuses on building strong, age-appropriate drawing and color shading skills with an emphasis on
confidence, attention, visual processing, and fine motor skills.
CLASS INFO:
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$51 a month subscription
(per household) -
Art 1classes meets on TUESDAYS
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Two class times to choose from:
10 AM or 4:30 PM (MST) -
46 lessons a year
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Includes 3 summer workshops (12 lessons)
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holidays off
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Flexible access to class recordings (by request)
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No need to re-register - subscription continues into higher class levels as skills grow.
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This class can be taken for two years before lessons repeat
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Taught by a professional artist with 15+ years of teaching experience.
AFTER REGISTRATION:
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Register your family
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An invite with the class link will be emailed
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The current newletters with project updates will be emailed.
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If you are joing mid -project - links for all missed lessons for the current project will be emailed so you family can
WHAT KIDS LEARN
IN CLASS:
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Introduction on how to "see" (visual processing) and how to draw using structure and shapes.(fine motor skills)
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Recognize and use patterns and basic composition (example: size and distance)
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Introduction to color theory— value and 2 color shading/blending
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Introduction to multi-media techniques (example: oil pastel blending)
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Skill preparation for Art 2
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Confidence through practice and self expression
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Attention & focus through step-by-step instruction.
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Problem solving through creative adaptation and "happy accidents".
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An appreciation for literature and creative thinking - Multiple lessons are connected to literature to support cognitive development and creative confidence.
If you'd like to read more about
how ART can benefit your child,
please go HERE
What kids are saying about ART 1
“I love hearing a story with my art” – Emma (age 6)
“I love learning how to shade with different colors” – Everett (age 8)
“When I have a question, she is there to help.” - Shanaya (age 7)
“ I love learning how to blend colors in oil pastels.” - LeRae (age 9)
STUDENT ART EXAMPLES: level 1
SUPPLIES FOR THIS CLASS
Art Foundations I, II & III
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Canson XL Series Mixed Media Pad
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Painters tape (1in.) or washi tape (1in.)
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Watercolor paint
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Paint brush (round 6 or 8)
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Black Sharpie (extra fine, regular, fat)
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Crayola Oil Pastels
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Crayola Washable Markers (12)
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No 2 Pencil and Eraser
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Old Plastic Placemat
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Paper Towels
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Scissors
Recommended Items
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a plastic bin to store supplies in
2 folders: one for completed work & one for work in-progress -
pencil sharpener
apron to protect clothes from oil pastels/paints.
Showcase Your Child's
Imagination in Style!!
Wooden Kids Art Frame with Magnetic Door
Affiliated links - no additional charge to you!