Self Reflection: The Art of Visual Journaling (4th-9th Grade)  

Visual journaling is a creative practice that combines elements of art, design, writing, and self-expression to create visually appealing journal pages; unlike traditional journaling, which primarily focuses on writing, aesthetic journaling places equal emphasis on visual elements such as drawings, paintings, collages, typography, and design elements to document thoughts, feelings, experiences, and observations. 

This course introduces the foundations that build confidence through various art media. In visual journaling, individuals may incorporate photographs, magazine clippings, washi tape, stickers, stamps, and other embellishments to enhance the visual appeal of their journal entries. Students will be encouraged to be creative and may use their journal pages to document moments of gratitude, set intentions, or reflect on personal growth and aspirations; students will become more aware of what is in the world around them and in other cultures. Overall, visual journaling is a versatile and personal practice that encourages creativity, self-discovery, and mindfulness through the fusion of art and writing.

Students Will Learn: 

• The student will use areas of interaction: What is an area of interaction? Purpose, strategies, skills, and attitudes influence a Student's education. This class will obtain this through environmental and human ingenuity.
• Approaches to Learning (thinking skills, research skills, communication skills, self-management skills, and social skills.
• Know the Elements and Principles of design and how they determine artwork's success.
• Respond to experience and use imagination and perspective to explore their creativity.
• Focus on building knowledge and understanding of the art form and artistic processes.
• Reflection and Evaluation: The way that a student gradually comes to feel and think like an artist.
• Discussing art and art history.

Ongoing Class: Classes will restart every four weeks, whether continuing or as a new student.

Materials Needed:

• Composition Book/Drawing Pad: Drawing pencil
• Optional materials may be used as the class progresses and for individual preferences as approved.

Important Note: Our system will send you the link to join the class 30 minutes before the start time.