Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
I am a beginner. Will I be taught the basics to make my art piece?
Yes. We teach the fundamentals to all new students. Our teaching method is designed to give you the foundation that you need. We can also help you experiment with different materials so you can find your own personal voice.
Yes. We teach the fundamentals to all new students. Our teaching method is designed to give you the foundation that you need. We can also help you experiment with different materials so you can find your own personal voice.
Are you offering on-site classes?
We currently do not offer on-site classes due to Covid19 regulations. However, we discovered that both students and parents prefer online classes if they have tried them with us. It is easier for students to follow, observe the teachers' examples and interact. Plus making art from the comfort of home has a better impact on students' creativity. To see more information about our classes click here: https://www.artstudioacademy.org/classes.html#/
We currently do not offer on-site classes due to Covid19 regulations. However, we discovered that both students and parents prefer online classes if they have tried them with us. It is easier for students to follow, observe the teachers' examples and interact. Plus making art from the comfort of home has a better impact on students' creativity. To see more information about our classes click here: https://www.artstudioacademy.org/classes.html#/
Will the students receive feedback in the online classes?
Yes. In the beginning of each class, we will look at everyone's art from the previous class and discuss. This way everyone learns and receives recognition for their work. Students will have a week to make any adjustment and finish up for the next class before receiving feedback. Students will not need to put in more than 30 minutes finishing up at home.
Yes. In the beginning of each class, we will look at everyone's art from the previous class and discuss. This way everyone learns and receives recognition for their work. Students will have a week to make any adjustment and finish up for the next class before receiving feedback. Students will not need to put in more than 30 minutes finishing up at home.
Will I need to keep up with the teacher during the lesson or can I just watch?
Great question! You can watch the teacher in the Zoom Class and finish the progress the teacher made for feedback the following week. However, the teachers will allow time in class to work on your piece after they show an example. Our teachers are flexible to every student's preference.
Great question! You can watch the teacher in the Zoom Class and finish the progress the teacher made for feedback the following week. However, the teachers will allow time in class to work on your piece after they show an example. Our teachers are flexible to every student's preference.
Do you offer a trial class?
We do not offer trial classes, because we believe that it is important to finish at least one work of art in class before deciding to continue. It usually takes students 2 to 3 classes to complete one piece depending on the project and student's pace. We do not rush students, since it will be new to them during their first class. We do not focus on how many pieces students make but on how much they have learned.
We noticed that signing up for a month gives students enough time to get the feel for the class in order to decide whether to continue. Additionally, every spot is reserved for each student in class making it difficult to have drop ins. For these reasons, at least one month registration is required (4-5 classes depending on the month). We do not require a commitment longer than 1 month.
We noticed that signing up for a month gives students enough time to get the feel for the class in order to decide whether to continue. Additionally, every spot is reserved for each student in class making it difficult to have drop ins. For these reasons, at least one month registration is required (4-5 classes depending on the month). We do not require a commitment longer than 1 month.
Is my kid too young to start art classes?
Young kids can learn much more than it seems. The earlier to develop the fine motor skills and observational skills, the better. We offer classes for 5 year old's and older.
Young kids can learn much more than it seems. The earlier to develop the fine motor skills and observational skills, the better. We offer classes for 5 year old's and older.
I know the basics, but I want to get better. What will I learn? Should I sign up for a beginner or an intermediate class?
All our teachers are highly trained in the classical arts. They are skilled in using different styles, methods, materials, etc. We teach students techniques to improve at any level. We make sure everyone learns something new in every class and develops their personal style and talents.
We advise all new students to start in one of the beginner classes for their 1st month and then switch to a more difficult level the following month.
All our teachers are highly trained in the classical arts. They are skilled in using different styles, methods, materials, etc. We teach students techniques to improve at any level. We make sure everyone learns something new in every class and develops their personal style and talents.
We advise all new students to start in one of the beginner classes for their 1st month and then switch to a more difficult level the following month.
What is the class structure at the Art Studio Academy?
In each class, we make sure each student learns something new. As every student is different, our approach is individual. For example, some students are already familiar with measuring proportions. When we see that, we make sure to teach them something new. Our teaching is structured by level. To move to the next level, a student must already know what is covered in the previous. For example: 1st level consists of understanding proportions, gradation and finding shapes in objects, etc. When a student learned all important elements in one level, they can move to the next. Learning easy things first, makes the difficult things easy, too.
We also encourage students to bring their own projects and ideas to class, but they must be approved by the teacher to make sure they are appropriate for the student. Making something too challenging may be discouraging and making an art piece that is too easy does not help a student progress.
In each class, we make sure each student learns something new. As every student is different, our approach is individual. For example, some students are already familiar with measuring proportions. When we see that, we make sure to teach them something new. Our teaching is structured by level. To move to the next level, a student must already know what is covered in the previous. For example: 1st level consists of understanding proportions, gradation and finding shapes in objects, etc. When a student learned all important elements in one level, they can move to the next. Learning easy things first, makes the difficult things easy, too.
We also encourage students to bring their own projects and ideas to class, but they must be approved by the teacher to make sure they are appropriate for the student. Making something too challenging may be discouraging and making an art piece that is too easy does not help a student progress.
My child is 11 years old and has taken some art classes before. Would it be okay for her to start in the advanced class?
It is always best to start in the regular class if a student is 12 years or younger. In the advanced class, a student might not feel competitive enough in comparison to students that have taken art classes for a long time and that may be quite a bit older. It's always best to start in a regular class and then move to advanced to feel a sense of accomplishment instead the other way around. Students can change classes at any time.
It is always best to start in the regular class if a student is 12 years or younger. In the advanced class, a student might not feel competitive enough in comparison to students that have taken art classes for a long time and that may be quite a bit older. It's always best to start in a regular class and then move to advanced to feel a sense of accomplishment instead the other way around. Students can change classes at any time.
My child has been in camp for 3 hours and did not finish even one painting. Should I be concerned?
During camps, we focus on classical art for 1 to 1.5 hours each day of the camp and spend the rest of the time exploring art in other ways. 1-1.5 hours is usually not enough time to finish one art piece. It is always good to take breaks to reset, so we include a variety of other activities besides painting and drawing. Character design encourages students to be more creative and make a story in their mind. Art history helps students learn how artists help us record history and bring innovation to the world. Group activities help students work in collaboration with others. Sculpture helps students understand the importance of doing their best with the materials they have available. It also helps them visualize and create art in 3D. Every project is placed intentionally within our curriculum to help students grow, become more creative and more open minded artists.
During camps, we focus on classical art for 1 to 1.5 hours each day of the camp and spend the rest of the time exploring art in other ways. 1-1.5 hours is usually not enough time to finish one art piece. It is always good to take breaks to reset, so we include a variety of other activities besides painting and drawing. Character design encourages students to be more creative and make a story in their mind. Art history helps students learn how artists help us record history and bring innovation to the world. Group activities help students work in collaboration with others. Sculpture helps students understand the importance of doing their best with the materials they have available. It also helps them visualize and create art in 3D. Every project is placed intentionally within our curriculum to help students grow, become more creative and more open minded artists.
What if I/my son or daughter needs to miss more than one class within a month?
You can miss one class without any worries per month. We send recording of missed classes. Usually students do not need to miss more than a week. If you do need to miss more than one class, no problem. We can send you all the classes you missed.
We do not require more than a month of commitment, so a student is welcome to take a month off for vacation. When a student registers for a month, his or her spot is reserved and that does not permit other students to take that spot. Make up policy is important to keep the classes full without multiple of empty spots.
You can also switch to a new class time anytime.
We do not require more than a month of commitment, so a student is welcome to take a month off for vacation. When a student registers for a month, his or her spot is reserved and that does not permit other students to take that spot. Make up policy is important to keep the classes full without multiple of empty spots.
You can also switch to a new class time anytime.
