Art Programs for Teenagers

Observational and self-expressive art in painting and drawing is the main focus of these classes. Students will begin to develop visual arts vocabulary, become more aware of their surroundings, and learn the relationships between colors. These courses will explore a diverse approach to still life, landscape, self-portraits, and figure drawing by learning new techniques in a mixed media approach.

design classArt & Design class – ages 10-15

This art class is suited for children who are interested in architecture, design, art and modeling, who want to learn new expressive means, develop their creativity, and gain practical skills.

The purpose of this course is to create an artistic view and master the forms of design of art objects, the logical subordination of elements of reality and creative imagination. Students will get acquainted with the laws of form, color, space and harmonic composition. Learn to identify the main and secondary in the artistic image of an object, master the techniques of working with various materials.

Art & Design includes:

  • Original combinations of colors and light
  • Creating objects in different stylistic directions
  • Combining Styles When Designing One Item
  • Transforming ordinary things into extraordinary objects
  • Introduction to art practice of new materials
  • Conceptual solutions of composition and creation of new forms
  • Designing art objects based on the laws of composition
  • The use of manual work when creating art objects.

class art 4Art 4 for teenagers – ages 11-14

VISUAL ART: Observational and self-expressive art in painting and drawing is the main focus of this class. Students will begin to develop a visual arts vocabulary, become more aware of their surroundings, and learn the relationships between colors. This course will explore a diverse approach to still life, landscape, self-portraits, and figure drawing by learning new techniques in a mixed media approach. Also student will learn about Art History - a study of development and stylistic changes of art over the course of time.

class art 5Art 5 class for teenagers – ages 15-18

Students learn to work independently on guided drawings with teacher support on an “as needed” basis. Students are introduced to creating three dimensional and realistic art through the use of shading, perspective and composition. As they begin mastering techniques and media, students will be encouraged to develop their own style and creative approach, with continued focus on visual training, planning and process. Media used includes: graphite pencil, chalk pastel, oil pastel, markers, colored and watercolor pencils, clay, plaster, acrylic, oil , watercolor, tempura. Also student will learn about Art History - the study of development and stylistic changes of art over the course of time.

At the end of the academic year, students who have completed the entire academic year from September to May, will receive an art portfolio and a certificate.