Mission Statement

Students at Moosewood Art Studio will develop strong visual literacy and a deep intellectual curiosity about art and the creative process. My goal is to recognize, affirm, and nurture each child’s unique individuality while strengthening their sense of self through meaningful art-making.

To achieve this, students will:

•  Create original artwork inspired by both famous and contemporary artists, while freely experimenting with a variety of mediums in a relaxed yet professional studio environment.

•  Build strong drawing skills and techniques, recognizing drawing as the foundation for all visual arts. Emphasis is placed on personal exploration, creative risk-taking, and individual growth in a supportive atmosphere.

•  Learn the elements and principles of art and be able to identify them in their own work, their classmates’ work, and the work of established and emerging artists.

•  Master the four-step process of art critique: Describe, Analyze, Interpret, and Judge. Through thorough exploration of these steps, students gain a deeper understanding of an artist’s meaning and intention.