In this class, my goals are to provide a platform for students to showcase and discuss their recent art projects and creations, foster a supportive and encouraging environment for artistic sharing, explore different art techniques and mediums through collaborative art-making activities, and promote creativity, self-expression, and imagination in the art-making process.

I employ a Montessori approach to art. This philosophy encourages freedom, within limits.  Allowing elementary students to express their ingenuity through art creation and sharing builds several important skill sets, including, but not limited to visualization, turn-taking, patience, curiosity, and empathy. 

When exposed to different art activities students are likely to find the art domain they enjoy, creating endless future opportunities for healthy expression of emotion and imagination. When children find the right art experience for them, they become independent and focused as they actively choose to practice these skills. When elementary students work independently on art, they also intuitively self regulate their own stress and can even reach creative flow states! Practicing emotional regulation and flow-state focus through art is important for everyone, but it can be especially helpful for kids who are neurodivergent and/or navigating complex emotional situations. 

I bring a lifelong passion for art and several years of experience running this class independently.  I've witnessed art's positive impact on children of all ages and walks of life. My expertise lies in fostering confidence, facilitating sharing, and guiding collaborative art-making activities. Let me share my knowledge and enthusiasm for art with your learner!

Homework Offered
Because this is a weekly class where we show off our artwork to others, participants will need to create a piece of art between classes. It can be anything from a sketch to a LEGO build, from a coloring page to a mixed media sculpture! Any art will do, so long as they are proud of it.
0 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
There is no objective assessment of learner progress in my art classes, only consistent encouragement to create and share art with others.
Grades Offered