Description
Art 1 – Mixed Media & Art 2 – Advanced Art
This class is part of the MyFunScience online homeschool classes, which include a variety of creative electives and art courses for middle school and high school students.
This live online art class is designed for middle school and high school homeschool students who want to develop drawing skills, creativity, and artistic confidence.
Students may enroll for the Fall semester (Art 1), the Spring semester (Art 2), or both semesters for a complete full-year homeschool art course.
Drawing is a teachable skill that anyone can learn. This course emphasizes creativity, confidence, and skill development in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
Course Overview
- Format: Live online homeschool art class
- Recommended Grade Level: Grades 6–12
- Fall Semester: Art 1 – Mixed Media (0.5 credit)
- Spring Semester: Art 2 – Advanced Art (0.5 credit)
- Full Year: 1 full high school fine arts credit
Fall Semester – Art 1: Mixed Media
Art 1 is ideal for beginners and developing artists. Students draw along with the instructor using a step-by-step approach that builds skills gradually while encouraging creativity and self-expression.
Students learn to identify and use the Five Basic Elements of Shape to create realistic drawings piece by piece. Lessons explore a variety of drawing styles, artists, and cultural influences while working with mixed media.
Subjects may include wildlife, nature, still life, architecture, proportion, and color theory. Each semester features new projects and techniques.
“Claire has really been enjoying this class! We’ve tried co-ops, local art teachers, and even middle school classes at the local university, but nothing clicked until now. The projects she’s done have been so impressive, and I can already see her skills improving.”
— Jill, Parent
Recommended Grade Levels
- Grades 6–12
High School Credit
- 0.5 credit (Fall semester)
Spring Semester – Art 2: Advanced Art
Art 2 is designed for students who are more confident in their drawing ability and ready to explore more advanced techniques.
Students develop skills in sketching, shading, blending, cross-hatching, perspective, and composition. Rather than following rigid guidelines, students design their own compositions while experimenting with multiple media and artistic styles.
Projects may include studies in nature, still life, architectural structures, perspective, and proportion. Lessons vary from semester to semester.
Recommended Grade Levels
- Grades 6–12
High School Credit
- 0.5 credit (Spring semester)
Materials
Students will use a variety of common art supplies throughout the year. Most materials are reused across projects.
- Black permanent markers (fine & ultra-fine)
- Colored markers (Prismacolor recommended; Crayola acceptable)
- Colored pencils (Prismacolor recommended)
- Graphite pencils (6B, H, or HB)
- Kneaded eraser and art eraser (Magic Rub)
- Crayons
- Watercolor pencils
- Watercolor paint
- Acrylic paint
- Oil pastels
- Soft chalk pastels
- Art paper (cardstock or Bristol; textured paper such as Canson)
- Watercolor paper
- Canvas paper (optional)
- Round and flat paint brushes
- Workable fixatif (optional)
Homework & Workload
Students are not assigned traditional homework. Most work is completed during live class time.
Occasionally, students may need to finish a project outside of class if it was not completed during the session.
Students submit photos or scans of completed artwork for assessment. There are no quizzes; assessment is project-based and summative.
Student Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an online art class for homeschool students?
Yes. This course is designed specifically for homeschool middle school and high school students.
Do students need prior art experience?
No. Art 1 is beginner-friendly and designed to build drawing skills step-by-step.
Can students take only one semester?
Yes. Students may enroll in either semester individually or complete both semesters for a full-year art course.
Does this course count for high school credit?
Yes. Each semester earns 0.5 credit, and completing both semesters earns 1 full fine arts credit. Students interested in digital creativity may also enjoy courses such as Graphic Design & Video Game Making or Modern Media & Content Creation.
