Learning To See Student Gallery
Each lesson is inspired by the life and work of a Focus on the Masters Documented Artist.
Artwork by students from Mrs. Aguilar’s 5th grade class at Montalvo Elementary
2020-2021
These residencies were generously funded by the California Arts Council.
Still Lifes inspired by Gayel Childress and David Leffel
Students compared and contrasted the still lifes of two great, yet very different artists. They then created their own still lifes.
Still Life by Abby 1
Still Life by Abby 2
Still Life by Anna
Still Life by Caden, Montalvo Elementary, Teacher Mrs. Aguilar
Still Life by Christine
Still Life by David
Still Life by Diego
Still Life by Ethan
Still Life by Jeanette
Still Life by Lily
Still Life by Malia
Still Life by Nathan
Still Life by Sergio
Still Life by Shelby
Still Life in a Still Life in a Still Life in a Still Life by Dominic
Still Life
Tapestry Weavings inspired by Porfirio Gutierrez
Porfirio’s Zapotec ancestors have been passing his family’s weaving traditions of using natural dyes for their fibers and incorporating important symbols from generation to generation. Learning To See students learned this time-honored tradition and gained appreciation for the dedication it takes to create a weaving.
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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