The process of learning and creating is as important as the end product. The art program provides a unique learning environment where the individual can explore art materials, concepts and skills enhancing his/her own natural abilities. The joyful playfulness of art materials as well as the multifaceted possibilities of art media and disciplines is emphasized.

The development of a new way of seeing is encouraged, i.e., an awareness of the artfulness that exists in the world. By developing skills of visualization, the student learns to see more vivid forms, textures, colour, lines, shadows and shapes.

The program encourages independence as students assume responsibility for their own commitment to their art. Students connect with a more significant and meaningful involvement with learning and with the art process. As a project-centered approach, students are often presented a theme with a choice of media to use for completing assignments. The teacher provides information and knowledge about the styles and media possible to this end. Students’ ideas and interest with art projects are included in the curriculum.

The program provides a variety of hands-on activities in a positive learning environment. Since socialization is an important part of the art process, an understanding of cooperative artistic learning and play in the classroom is maintained. There is also an emphasis on preparation and care of materials.

A wide range of materials are available within the program including ceramics (3 potter’s wheels, kiln and various tools); acrylic, tempera and watercolour paints; various drawing materials (pencil, ink, oil & soft pastel, charcoal) and textiles. There is also facility for linoleum and silkscreen printmaking.