Visual Arts

Visual Arts

In Greenhill’s visual arts program, students experience the world of 2D and 3D art, developing their artistic skills, creative thinking, and their unique artistic perspective. Faculty artists inspire students to express themselves in new ways and embrace the complexity of visual art creation. 

• Preschool and Lower School
• Middle School
• Upper School

Preschool and Lower School (Pre-K – 4th Grade)

In prekindergarten through first grade, students participate in weekly art classes. In second through fourth grade, students attend art as a part of their co-curricular rotation. Projects in art classes connect to classroom curriculum, giving students a deeper connection to material. 

Focus: Exploration of art materials, creative play, self-expression, and skill-building.

Skills Developed: Fine motor skills, basic problem-solving, self-assessment, and an introduction to 2D and 3D mediums.

Middle School (5th – 8th Grade)

Fifth- and sixth-grade students take visual art as a part of a structured rotation of electives. In seventh and eighth grades, students select from multiple visual arts electives as they continue to hone their skills. 

Focus: Introduction and further exploration of fundamental techniques and specialized courses like Figure Drawing, Graphic Design, Photography, and Sculpture & Ceramics.

Skills Developed: Elements of art and principles of design, advanced techniques, and portfolio building.

Upper School (9th – 12th Grade)

Visual arts offers students the opportunity to celebrate their uniqueness and collaborate with their peers in a wide variety of elective opportunities. Classes are offered at beginning and advanced levels. 

Focus: Specialization in various forms of visual arts including painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, design, photography, and digital art.

Skills Developed: Advanced techniques, portfolio creation, and interdisciplinary projects.