Visual Arts Classes
St. John Bosco Catholic School is advised by the Diocese of Phoenix Fine Arts Standards, which are designed to promote the whole person by expanding the spiritual, moral, physical, creative, and intellectual development of each student.
Visual Arts classes provide:
- Age-appropriate instruction in media, techniques, design, and color
- Exposure to art from various cultures around the world
Art supports whole-child development by:
- Offering hands-on, rewarding experiences
- Fostering creativity, confidence, and collaboration
- Encouraging imaginative, out-of-the-box thinking
Simplicity is the Gospel Value emphasized in the Art curriculum.
Art Curriculum
Our program objectives include:
The Visual Arts program helps students understand the “how” of art-making and its connection to faith, culture, and self-expression. Our program objectives include:
- Elements of Art: line, shape, color, texture, space, form, value
- Principles of Design: balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, unity
- Art Techniques: drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, mixed media
- Art Appreciation: introduction to master artists, art history, and cultural styles
- Creative Reflection: expressing personal meaning through visual storytelling
Lesson Structure
Art class consists of 30-60 minutes of instruction as follows:
- Prayer
- Art Concept & Skill Introduction
- Creative Studio Work
- Clean-Up & Art Reflection