Elementary 2D Art: Fundamentals in Composition
Level: All |Grades: Elementary | Length: 14 Weeks | Day: Tuesday
This is a year long class, but charged by the semester
This hands-on course introduces young artists to the foundational elements of 2D art and visual composition. Students will explore line, shape, shading, foreground and background, focal points, and begin age-appropriate figure drawing. Lessons are designed to help students build a solid understanding of artistic principles that will support future creative growth.
Classroom instruction includes guided projects, interactive discussion, and regular in-class critiques to help students understand and apply key concepts. Students are expected to:
Complete their work in class to the best of their ability.
Arrive with required personal materials and any assigned outside work completed.
Participate fully in class discussions and critiques, as these are essential components of the learning process.
Cost:
Non-Co-op Member: $115 (Tuesday Sept 2 - Dec 9)
Monthly Plan $50 per month per student (Tuesday Sept 2 - Dec 9)
Required Materials (student-provided):
Spiral-bound sketchbook with multi-/mixed media paper
Drawing pencil(s)
White eraser
All required materials are available at local art stores such as Hobby Lobby. Parents are encouraged to watch for sale events.
Your Instructor
Mrs. Bonnie Hardison’s artistic journey began in childhood at the side of her father, who had studied under his own grandfather—continuing a long legacy of creativity passed down through generations. Encouraged to explore the arts from an early age, Bonnie was placed in high school-level art classes while still in middle school and went on to take college-level courses before even graduating high school.
Although Studio Art was not offered as a major during her time at Agnes Scott College, Bonnie pursued it passionately as a minor—ultimately graduating with more hours in studio art than in her declared major. Over the years, her work has earned regional awards and multiple solo gallery shows.
A multifaceted artist, Bonnie has taught a wide range of art classes, managed an art gallery, judged student art competitions, completed commissioned pieces, and built a successful career as a professional portrait and event photographer. For her, artistic expression isn’t just a skill—it’s a way of life.