Project Based Learning Electives provided by the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy
All students must complete a project for these classes.
Prosper Arts: Art Classes Spring 2024
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Grade: K-12
Format: In-person
Location: 117 W Ferry St. Berrien Springs Mi. - Studio is located above the Rabbit Yarn shop. Parking is on the street and the entrance is in the back. (Look for the green Prosper Arts signs)
Instructor:
Heather West: 269-351-2351 (call or text)
Classes begin the week of January 22 (no classes week of March 18-22 for Spring Break) optional Student Gallery Expo in May - time/place TBD
Additional registration on-site is not required.
Custom Creative Class for Grades: K-12
Custom Creative Class
Custom time: 1.5 hours per week, TBD by teacher and parent
This class is available to any group of 4+ students who would like to learn a certain creative subject (ex: selling on Etsy, jewelry, knitting, clay, nature journaling, oil paint, a mix of several subjects, etc.). Parents should text or call Heather to discuss subjects and available class times. (269-351-2351) Each class will begin with a brief lesson and a quiz with prizes over the previous week’s topic. There will be an instructor-led project with a short snack/ break time in the middle.
Drawing & Painting Classes for Grades: K-5
Drawing K-5
Date/Time: Tuesdays 4-5:30pm
In this class, we will learn drawing basics with a focus on using graphite, and colored pencils, charcoal, and ink. The principles and techniques we will learn about can be applied to any style of art your student enjoys. Projects will be tailored to meet the abilities of each student. Classes are designed with different project prompts for each semester so that returning students will continue to enjoy learning.
Each class will begin with a brief lesson and a quiz with prizes over the previous week's topic. There will be an instructor-led project with a short snack/break time in the middle.
Painting K-5
Date/Time: Mondays 4-5:30pm
In this class, students will create projects using many different paint mediums including acrylics, watercolor, gouache, and tempera. We will explore the basics of color mixing, shading, value, and color theory while practicing several different painting styles.
Each class will begin with a brief lesson and a quiz with prizes over the previous week's topic. There will be an instructor-led project with a short snack/break time in the middle.
Drawing & Painting Classes for Grades: 6-12
Drawing 6-12
Date/Time: Tuesdays 5:30-7pm
In this class, we will focus on Drawing mediums, pencil, charcoal, and ink. We will concentrate on fine details and mostly the style of realism. These basic principles and techniques are essential and can be applied to any style of art your student enjoys. Classes are designed with different project prompts for each semester so that returning students will continue to enjoy learning.
Each class will begin with a brief lesson and a quiz with prizes over the previous week's topic. There will be an instructor-led project with a short snack/break time in the middle.
Painting 6-12
Date/Time: Mondays 5:30-7:00 pm
In this class, students will create projects using many different paint mediums including acrylics, watercolor, and gouache. We will dive into techniques of shading, value, and color theory while practicing several different painting styles. There will be emphasis on a final realism project using all of the skills learned during the semester.
Each class will begin with a brief lesson and a quiz with prizes over the previous week's topic. There will be an instructor-led project with a short snack/break time in the middle.
Sculpture for Grades: 6-12
Sculpture
Mondays 2-3:30pm
In this class, students will create three-dimensional forms using different mediums such as foam clay, natural clay, wire, and other flexible materials. We will focus on abstract and realistic design concepts, while learning about structural integrity. There will be a snack provided at each class.
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*Please note: it is important to make as informed a decision as possible when choosing your student's Community Resource classes. Most locations will allow a student to drop a class after one meeting, at no charge if it wasn't a good fit for the student, but not all. Some classes plan ahead based on the number that have signed up and have purchased materials, hired teachers, etc. and there might be a fee for class time or materials given to the student if the student drops after one or two meetings. The school cannot pay for classes that students do not complete, so choose wisely; if you do not take the class off of your student's schedule by the deadline, you may be asked to pay for the class time incurred prior to dropping the class.
Teacher of Record: Lisa VanPlew-Cid
