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Artistic Pursuits Art Curriculum

Review by Harriet Yoder

Artistic Pursuits Art CurriculumHere's an exciting addition to our curriculum selection. The Artistic Pursuits series is written by Brenda Ellis. The books have plastic covers and coil binding which makes them easy to work with. Pages are printed in full color on one side only and are visually pleasing to the eye. The instructions are easy to follow with lots of examples.

Included with each book is a packed of 5" by 7" art prints that you are instructed to glue onto the appropriate pages. You'll lift the art print to see information about each artist. In addition there is a small drawing of each picture that offers instruction on various elements used by that artist.

Overall this is a very well done art curriculum. Brenda Ellis has made life a lot easier for homeschool parents who want to teach art at home!

Artistic Pursuits Art Curriculum for Grades K-3

Artistic Pursuits for Grades K-3 Book One An Introduction to the Visual Arts

By Brenda Ellis

There are 24 units divided into three sections in An Introduction to the Visual Arts:

  • What Artists Do
    Seven units cover activities artists engage in such as imagining and observing. Students explore drawing and painting techniques and work with a brush.
  • What Artists See
    Six units cover the elements that artists such as shape, form, and color. Students explore collage, paper works, and color mixing. Students work with scissors, glue, and paper.
  • Exploring Ancient Art
    Eleven units cover ancient art. Students explore mural, pottery, paper art, bookbinding, mosaic techniques, etc.

9780976205562

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Artistic Pursuits for Grades K-3 Book Two Stories of Artists and Their Art

By Brenda Ellis

In Artistic Pursuits K-3 Book 2, the units are based on individual artists from 13th century late Gothic to the 18th century. Students will learn about the character of each selected artist and his work.

9780976205579

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Artistic Pursuits for Grades K-3 Book Three Modern Painting and Sculpting

By Brenda Ellis

 In Artistic Pursuits Grades K-3 Book 3, students have an introduction to modern art through studying artists who have positive, creative messages in their art and artworks that had great influence on our culture. Methods of sculpting are introduced as students learn to model, carve, and construct. They will also work with new inventions of the 20th century such as assemblages, mobiles, land art, photography, and computer art.

9780976205586

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Artistic Pursuits Art Curriculum for Grades 4-6

Artistic Pursuits for Grades 4-6 Book One Elements of Art and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

In Artistic Pursuits Grades 4-6 Book 1, students have their first in-depth look at the elements of art in a simply written text with lots of illustrations in pencil and pen, the media they will be using. The elements of art and composition are explored through American art in Artistic Pursuits for Grades 4 to 6.

9780976205548

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Artistic Pursuits for Grades 4-6 Book Two Color and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

 Artistic Pursuits Grade 4-6 Book 2 gives students their first in depth look at color theory in a simply written format with lots of color illustration. The element of color is explored in eight units, completing the student’s study of the elements of art. In Artistic Pursuits for Grades 4 to 6, the emphasis is on American art.

9780976205555

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Artistic Pursuits Art Curriculum for Junior High

Artistic Pursuits for Junior High Book One Elements of Art and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

Artistic Pursuits Junior High Book 1 covers the elements of art and composition with emphasis on art from around the world! Students are challenged to make 100 drawings as they go through the book. Emphasis in Artistic Pursuits for Junior High is on art from around the world.

9780976205524

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Artistic Pursuits for Junior High Book Two Color and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

Artistic Pursuits Junior High Book 2 gives students an in-depth look at color theory and how to use it with a dry medium such as pastels. Eight units explore the element of color is explored in 8 units while the next 8 units explore composition as it relates to color. Emphasis in Artistic Pursuits for Junior High is on art from around the world.

9780976205531

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Artistic Pursuits Art Curriculum for Senior High

Artistic Pursuits for Senior High Book One Elements of Art and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

 This book gives students in-depth experience with the elements of art and composition. Artistic Pursuits Senior High Book 1 lays a foundation for first time high school art students and challenge experienced students with emphasis on personal expression and application of the creative process. Students explore the elements of art and composition through European art.

9780976205500

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Artistic Pursuits for Senior High Book Two Color and Composition

By Brenda Ellis

Artistic Pursuits Senior High Book 2 gives students an in-depth look at color theory and how artists use the color wheel. Eight units explore the element of color and another eight units study composition as it relates to color. Emphasis in Artistic Pursuits for Senior High is on European art.

9780976205517

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Updated 03/08/2008