mission
The Woodland Fine Arts Academy Art Program exists to inspire creativity and nurture artistic skill in a Christ-centered environment. Through hands-on exploration of a variety of mediums and techniques, students are encouraged to express their God-given creativity with purpose and passion. Our desire is to equip artists of all ages to grow in confidence, craftsmanship, and vision—using their gifts to glorify God and reflect His beauty in the world around them.
BENEFITS OF art EDUCATION
- As young children explore paint by putting it all over their hands, or create collages with torn paper, it’s noticeable how involved they get in their activities. Children delight in exploring and creating with art materials. These art experiences help children develop many life skills.
- Art is important for children especially during their early development. Research shows that art activities develop brain capacity in early childhood. Art engages children’s senses in open-ended play and supports the development of cognitive, social-emotional and multi-sensory skills. As children progress into elementary school and beyond, art continues to provide opportunities for brain development, mastery, self-esteem and creativity.
- Art helps to develop cognitive skills. As children draw, paint, and make collages, they are learning about the world (color, shape and size of objects). When they use paints, glue, and markers, children are planning, experimenting, and problem solving. As children mix paint, they learn to understand cause and effect. Art gives children chances to make decisions, and to learn from the experience of making choices about their art work.
- Art offers opportunities for self-expression. Children express how they feel and think about the world through their art, which gives them a way to express the feelings and ideas that they don’t have the words to talk about. This way of expressing themselves helps children to cope with the natural stresses of growing up. Art helps children to develop a sense of their own individuality, a sense of self-respect, and an appreciation for others’ work.
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art class offerings
New to our academy or our leveling system? Learn more here.
level 1 - intro to art
K-2nd Grades
Embark on a colorful journey into the world of art with our mixed media class designed for kindergarten and first grade! Young artists will dive into a variety of materials, including paints, pastels, and collage, to unleash their creativity and imagination. With expert guidance, they’ll learn blending, layering, and experimental techniques, crafting unique masterpieces with every stroke. Join us on this artistic adventure, where every creation tells a captivating story!
Embark on a colorful journey into the world of art with our mixed media class designed for kindergarten and first grade! Young artists will dive into a variety of materials, including paints, pastels, and collage, to unleash their creativity and imagination. With expert guidance, they’ll learn blending, layering, and experimental techniques, crafting unique masterpieces with every stroke. Join us on this artistic adventure, where every creation tells a captivating story!
level 2 - explore it all: an artistic adventure
3rd-6th Grades (& 2nd Graders who have been placed)
In “Explore it All”, our level 2 class for budding artists, creativity knows no bounds and free artistic exploration reigns supreme! In this art class, we invite you to embark on an exciting journey of self-expression, discovery, and innovation, honing each individual student’s unique artistic vision. Here, we will embrace experimentation, encourage curiosity, and celebrate individuality as we dive into a diverse array of artistic mediums, techniques, and styles. From painting and drawing, to sculpture, collage, digital art and design, and beyond, each session offers a new opportunity to push the boundaries of your student’s creativity and explore the endless possibilities of artistic expression while honing their natural artistic gifts.
In “Explore it All”, our level 2 class for budding artists, creativity knows no bounds and free artistic exploration reigns supreme! In this art class, we invite you to embark on an exciting journey of self-expression, discovery, and innovation, honing each individual student’s unique artistic vision. Here, we will embrace experimentation, encourage curiosity, and celebrate individuality as we dive into a diverse array of artistic mediums, techniques, and styles. From painting and drawing, to sculpture, collage, digital art and design, and beyond, each session offers a new opportunity to push the boundaries of your student’s creativity and explore the endless possibilities of artistic expression while honing their natural artistic gifts.
- What this class covers:
- Drawing skills
- Composition
- Perspective
- Color theory
- All artistic mediums are covered, from pencil, to painting and mixed media
- *Explore students will be introduced to digital art later in the year through a class-provided iPad, using the program Procreate.
level 2 - cartoons & animation
3rd-12th Grades
Delve into the exciting world of cartoons, comics, and animation—captivating art forms that shape our popular culture. Through expressive drawings and sequential images, artists tell engaging stories, share thought-provoking ideas, spark laughter, and bring memorable characters and emotions to life.
In this class, students will explore a variety of cartooning styles and techniques—from comic strips and editorial cartoons to comic books and animated shorts. They’ll develop their drawing, cartooning, and basic animation skills while learning principles such as proportion, anatomy, expression, exaggeration, motion, composition, lighting, color, dialogue, and more.
Along the way, students will craft their own unique characters, stories, cartoons, and comics—infused with humor, personality, and creativity—to share with others.
Delve into the exciting world of cartoons, comics, and animation—captivating art forms that shape our popular culture. Through expressive drawings and sequential images, artists tell engaging stories, share thought-provoking ideas, spark laughter, and bring memorable characters and emotions to life.
In this class, students will explore a variety of cartooning styles and techniques—from comic strips and editorial cartoons to comic books and animated shorts. They’ll develop their drawing, cartooning, and basic animation skills while learning principles such as proportion, anatomy, expression, exaggeration, motion, composition, lighting, color, dialogue, and more.
Along the way, students will craft their own unique characters, stories, cartoons, and comics—infused with humor, personality, and creativity—to share with others.
level 3 - art mastery: draw, sculpt, digital
4th-12th Grades
In Art Mastery, our Level 3 art skills class, students will embark on a journey through the diverse realms of digital and traditional artistry. From mastering traditional techniques such as drawing, painting, and sculpting to harnessing the power of professional digital tools, taking their traditional and foundational skills into the digital realm through design and animation. This course offers a comprehensive and extensive exploration of artistic expression.
Students will learn composition techniques like the Golden Ratio, the reason for color theory in nature, and the power of perspective, honing their instincts in a mindful journey through hands-on projects and exercises. Whether wielding a paintbrush or a stylus, they will have the opportunity to experiment with different techniques and goals to foster and grow their creativity and innovation, culminating in a portfolio of works that showcase their vision and growth.
In Art Mastery, our Level 3 art skills class, students will embark on a journey through the diverse realms of digital and traditional artistry. From mastering traditional techniques such as drawing, painting, and sculpting to harnessing the power of professional digital tools, taking their traditional and foundational skills into the digital realm through design and animation. This course offers a comprehensive and extensive exploration of artistic expression.
Students will learn composition techniques like the Golden Ratio, the reason for color theory in nature, and the power of perspective, honing their instincts in a mindful journey through hands-on projects and exercises. Whether wielding a paintbrush or a stylus, they will have the opportunity to experiment with different techniques and goals to foster and grow their creativity and innovation, culminating in a portfolio of works that showcase their vision and growth.
- What this class covers:
- Realism and Light
- Color theory
- Design elements
- Composition
- Shape design
- Exploring Animation
- Artistic mediums to be covered, including, but not limited to: charcoal, clay, pastels, acrylic, watercolor, and digital tools
- *Mastery students will be using digital art tools to paint, design, and animate through a class-provided iPad, using the program Procreate.
'25-'26 art gallery showcase
Friday, April 10th 6:00pm-7:00pm
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