Color theory and paint exploration.

While learning about the idea of a non-traditional self-portrait, students create a portrait of items that they feel best represent who they are!

Playing with clay and craft arts.

Create a cheat sheet to remember what each of the Elements and Principles of Art and Design are!

While exploring the element of value, students learn about the rich history of still life and create a vanitas-style still life with only pencils.

Exploring the elements of texture and form, students learn about the Mexican Folk Art of Alebrijes learning to create their own entirely out of paper.

Playing with clay and crafts arts.

While learning about various Philly namesakes (Like Corn Bread) in the mural arts and the public art world- students create personalized Graffiti name tags that explore the element of line.

Exploring the history of the Still Life and exploring paint further.

While exploring the world of abstract art, students learn about color theory and how to break down large concepts into basic shapes with acrylic paint.

Exploring non-traditional media to make new and exciting sculptures.

While exploring the principles of Balance and Unity, students learn about the art of Design and create their own card games.

Exploring relief printmaking and print arts.

Exploring one-of-a-kind prints and editioning as well as print arts.