Elementary Art
Philosophy
The Altoona Area Elementary Art Program provides experiences in Art in which the learner will not only create art, but will also know and understand art and be able to make artistic judgments.
Through his/her participation in the enjoyment of the various art experiences, the learner will develop perceptual awareness and creativity. Pupils' art will reflect a freedom in the use of media and ideas. Through art, the student will show thinking that demonstrates problem-solving abilities and creativity.
The Elementary Art Program provides opportunities for the learner to develop an understanding of artists, their art, and human achievement. Art, by its nature, depends upon the individual's ability to express understanding, ideas, feelings, and creativity in a personal way. As a result of the elementary art program, it is believed that the communication skills and self-confidence of students will increase.
Goals
- Cultivate skills and understanding of the artistic process.
- Create and produce original works of art.
- Find pleasure and fulfillment in the artistic process.
- Understand the philosophy of art.
- Engage in and appreciate the value of aesthetic inquiry.
- Grasp the nature of art criticism and participate in the process.
- Appreciate the value and role of art criticism.
- Comprehend art history.
- Engage in and appreciate the value of art historical inquiry.
