Fundamentals of Art with a Focus on Iconography (3-5)

This online course is a comprehensive introduction to art appreciation and practical painting techniques for students. It combines theoretical instruction with hands-on projects, encouraging students to explore various styles and techniques while deepening their understanding and appreciation for iconic artworks and icons. The course follows a structured routine, starting with an opening prayer and a lesson overview, followed by direct instruction, discussion, practice, and peer feedback. Students will use basic art supplies to create diverse visual effects and explore different painting styles. The teacher will lead discussions on weekly masterpieces and guide students through recreating key elements, modeling each step alongside them. The primary learning objectives include identifying color names and mixing secondary colors, recognizing types of lines, reproducing simple drawings, identifying famous artists and their masterpieces, expanding art-related vocabulary, and practicing art observation and interpretation skills.