Each Learning To See lesson is inspired by the life and work of a Focus on the Masters Documented Artist.
Artwork by students from Mrs. Garo’s 4th and 5th grade combo class at Montalvo Elementary
2020-2021
This residency was generously funded by the California Arts Council.
Biodiversity inspired by Hiroko Yoshimoto
Students learned about the importance of biodiversity and how to translate that into art.
Embossed Tiles inspired by Richard Keit & Mary Kennedy of RTK Studios
Students create a symmetrical tile on metal in the tradition RTK Studios with historical roots in Catalina, Malibu, Mexican, Spanish and Islamic tile and design.
Botanical Contour Line Drawings inspired by Karen Kitchel
Students honed their observation skills and hand/eye coordination as they drew plants from life.
Biodiversity by Allen
Biodiversity by Cruz
Biodiversity by Dara
Biodiversity by Gigi
Biodiversity by Jacob
Biodiversity by Jade
Biodiversity by Jazleen
Biodiversity by Marie
Biodiversity by Mia
Biodiversity by Miguel
Biodiversity by Olivia
Biodiversity by Sadie
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by John
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Mia
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Cruz
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Dara
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Gigi
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Jacob
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Jade
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Jazleen
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Jonathan
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Olivia H.
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Richard
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Sara
Botanical Contour Line Drawing by Zalen
Embossed Tile by Alicia
Embossed tile by Cruz
Embossed Tile by Dara
Embossed Tile by Dylan
Embossed Tile by Gigi
Embossed Tile by Jazleen
Embossed Tile by Marie
Embossed Tile by Noal
Embossed Tile by Olivia
Embossed Tile by Sara
Embossed Tile
Funding
Our standard 8-week in-the-classroom residency is $800 (including instructor and supplies). You can “Adopt A Classroom” for $800.00. Click HERE to Donate.
Learning to See Outreach (LTS) is a multi-lesson, sequential, cross-curricular arts education program and aligns with California education standards serving grades K-8. LTS emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, celebration of diversity, confidence in self-expression, and supports social emotional learning. Many lessons highlight the art and life of extraordinary artists from our community whose work is rooted in their cultural heritage.
LTS is taught by professional artists who have extensive educational experience. We feel that this criterion helps to guide the student with a deeper understanding of the art making process.Lessons are inspired by FOTM documented artists from our community and include a comprehensive range of art concepts, styles and media.
Programs are supported in a variety of ways, including school and PTA funds, grants, or personal donations from an individual or group of family/friends.
For more information, or to arrange a residency in your neighborhood, call 805.653.2501 or email Education@FocusontheMasters.com.
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