Art Department

     Art education at Bayfield Middle School is described as teacher directed projects however there is ample opportunity for the students to make choices about materials they want to use to communicate their own ideas and interests through art-making.  Play, practice, and reflection are integral parts of the learning experience. In contrast to teacher-directed projects, students are encouraged to explore new ideas, express ideas, develop craft, envision, understand art in our world, observe, engage and persist.  Many students may not ever pursue hobbies or careers in art, but art class can be a place to practice these thinking/learning/life skills.  Emphasis is also placed on helping students to develop their abilities through various projects such as Origami, pottery, drawing, watercolor, and so much more.