philosophy
Woodland Fine Arts Academy seeks to provide young creatives a nurturing environment while offering instruction is various forms of creative arts. Creativity is a natural human behavior — we should never stop creating.
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”
– Pablo Picasso
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”
– Pablo Picasso
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 - art journaling
3rd-12th Grades
Art journaling and painting are wonderful ways to express creativity and emotions. Whether you're using a traditional sketchbook or exploring digital platforms, art journaling provides a safe space for self-expression and reflection. Painting allows you to experiment with colors, textures, and techniques to convey your thoughts and feelings visually. Through these artistic practices, you can explore your inner world, document your experiences, and unleash your imagination. Remember, there are no rules in art—just let your creativity flow and express yourself authentically.
Art journaling and painting are wonderful ways to express creativity and emotions. Whether you're using a traditional sketchbook or exploring digital platforms, art journaling provides a safe space for self-expression and reflection. Painting allows you to experiment with colors, textures, and techniques to convey your thoughts and feelings visually. Through these artistic practices, you can explore your inner world, document your experiences, and unleash your imagination. Remember, there are no rules in art—just let your creativity flow and express yourself authentically.
level 2 - cartoons & characters
3rd-12th Grades
Dive into the wonderful world of cartoons and comics, a captivating art form that has had a tremendous impact on our popular culture, where drawings and characters are able to tell engaging stories, communicate thought-provoking ideas, infuse humor, and express all kinds of emotions. In this class, students will explore cartooning styles and techniques including comic strips, editorial cartoons, comic books and graphic novels, illustration, animation, and more, and develop their drawing, cartooning, and illustration skills. They will learn how to apply drawing and cartooning principles such as proportion, anatomy, expression, motion and movement, composition, light, color, dialogue, lettering, and more to strengthen their artwork, develop interesting characters, incorporate humor, and tell engaging stories, while creating their own unique cartoons, comics, characters, and stories to share
Dive into the wonderful world of cartoons and comics, a captivating art form that has had a tremendous impact on our popular culture, where drawings and characters are able to tell engaging stories, communicate thought-provoking ideas, infuse humor, and express all kinds of emotions. In this class, students will explore cartooning styles and techniques including comic strips, editorial cartoons, comic books and graphic novels, illustration, animation, and more, and develop their drawing, cartooning, and illustration skills. They will learn how to apply drawing and cartooning principles such as proportion, anatomy, expression, motion and movement, composition, light, color, dialogue, lettering, and more to strengthen their artwork, develop interesting characters, incorporate humor, and tell engaging stories, while creating their own unique cartoons, comics, characters, and stories to share
level 3 - art from every era
4th-12th Grades
Art from every era covers a wide range of styles, techniques, and cultural influences. From the ancient cave paintings of prehistoric times to contemporary digital art, each era offers unique insights into human creativity and expression. Exploring art through history allows us to appreciate the evolution of ideas, aesthetics, and societal values. By studying artworks from different periods, we gain a deeper understanding of the diverse cultural, political, religious and philosophical contexts that have shaped human civilization.
Art from every era covers a wide range of styles, techniques, and cultural influences. From the ancient cave paintings of prehistoric times to contemporary digital art, each era offers unique insights into human creativity and expression. Exploring art through history allows us to appreciate the evolution of ideas, aesthetics, and societal values. By studying artworks from different periods, we gain a deeper understanding of the diverse cultural, political, religious and philosophical contexts that have shaped human civilization.
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.
'24-'25 art gallery showcase
Friday, April 11th, 2025
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