This class is taught in English.

Goal Standards for Completion: 
Standard #1. Conceptualize and generate artistic ideas.
Standard #2. Ideas and works related to art should be organized and developed.
Standard #3. The task of refining and completing artistic work is outlined in the lessons.
Standard #4. Presentation of artistic work requires selection, analysis, and interpretation.
Standard #5. The development and refinement of artistic techniques and the presentation of work.
Standard #6. Present artistic work in a meaningful way.
Standard #7. Analyze artistic works and perceive them.
Standard #8. Analyze the intent and meaning of artistic work.
Standard #9. Evaluation of artistic work should be based on criteria.
Standard #10. Art is the result of combining personal experiences and knowledge.
Standard #11. Deepen understanding of artwork by relating it to societal, cultural, and historical contexts.

Hey! 
I am Tammy Whelan, and I help my students discover themselves through art!

With over 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience and degrees in Psychology, I have created a personalized pedagogical approach to learning for all my students. Being certified and registered as a member of the National Tutoring Association and Yoga Alliance and training in Arts in Health and SEL*F, I am passionate about cultivating a growth mindset that encourages effort and perseverance. I am currently working towards my MA in Advanced Educational Studies.

A Personalized Approach
I run an interactive and collaborative classroom, making it a point to try to adapt to my student's learning style, schedule, and needs. My effort is to ensure that my students have feel good about their efforts at the end of each class. 

I motivate my students to dive deep and enjoy the very process of creating art rather than simply focusing on the end product. My approach to teaching involves believing in the uniqueness of each child and seeking to connect with and draw out that aspect of theirs into their art.