Because we fundamentally believe every student at Brookwood is an artist, not only do they begin to master content, they also sharpen and refine their creative perspectives, develop perseverance and resilience and deepen capacity for collaboration.
Encouraging Creativity
The primary goal of our visual arts program is to create an atmosphere in which each child feels encouraged and supported in their creative endeavors. Brookwood students are exposed to a wide variety of two and three-dimensional art forms, such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, bookmaking, fabric art, mixed-media, graphic design and ceramics.
Our program is sequential in both theory and practice, starting with basic art concepts for our youngest Early Childhood learners and culminating with a more open studio art experience for our 8th grade students.
Explore & Experiment
Formal instruction is given when a new concept or technique is introduced, yet students are also encouraged to explore and experiment with materials and individual ideas in one of our three art studios, which include ceramics and woodworking spaces.
Throughout all of our grade levels, Brookwood students are introduced to the artwork of various world cultures, past and present, working collaboratively with other disciplines to make curricular connections and broaden understanding of given topics.
Creative Studio
Creative Studio is a music and visual arts program developed specifically for the youngest members of the Brookwood community. Its purpose is to introduce our students in Early Childhood and Kindergarten to both programs. During art exploration, children have the opportunity to explore basic art elements, experiment with materials and build confidence. During music exploration, students are introduced to a wide variety of music and instrumets while moving their bodies to beats and rhythms.
Art Trips & Events
Field trips to various museums and places of interest as well as working with visiting artists deepen students’ experiences. In addition to an All-School Art Celebration and Exhibit that takes place each April to honor and celebrate the creative efforts of our students, we treat our walls and halls as a curated gallery space on a daily basis, filling them with student creations throughout the year.
