Disclaimer: I received a FREE copy of this product
through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not
required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way.
ARTistic Pursuits, High School 9-12 Book One, TheElements of Art and Composition from ARTistic Pursuits Inc. is a
comprehensive art program designed to involve the student in the creative
process while developing observational skills. There are fifteen units in this
book; and each unit introduces the elements of art and principles of design
over four lessons.
The first lesson of each unit is about building a visual
vocabulary. Students are given a topic to focus on explained in words and
pictures. The creative exploration assignment guides students to observe the
topic within their own environment.
The second lesson in each unit is about art appreciation and
art history. Students see how the topic is used in a work of art by the masters
and apply their own observations to a work of art that they create.
The third lesson in each unit is about techniques. Students
learn how to use the materials and tools while applying that knowledge to make
an original work of art.
The fourth lesson in each unit is about application.
Students do a final project incorporating the new techniques and topic while
using a variety of references such as still life objects, landscapes,
photographs, and more.
To complete the assignments within the book, students will
need a drawing pencil set, vinyl eraser, metal handheld sharpener, drawing pad,
charcoal, blending stump, and a kneaded eraser. My seventeen-year-old daughter
who will be pursuing a degree in Studio Art was able to work independently
through this book because she already had art supplies for drawing. In lesson
four of unit fifteen, she selected a family photo of her grandmother and I am
so proud to showcase her artwork!
The book recommends that students complete two lessons
within a week; but I allowed my daughter to work through the pages at her own
pace. She completed most lessons within one day; but she took more time on some
pieces as she combined the elements of value and texture. This book has given
my daughter the opportunity to explore the elements of art and composition
through various assignments that all produced a creative, original work of art.
Brenda from ARTistic Pursuits Inc. has created a blog with free
video lessons for beginning drawing students and she has created online courses
for the K-3 Level Books. I hope you will check out these resources!
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