Elements of Art | 14 Classes

So, what exactly is Elements of Art and how does it fit into Willow Oak’s new Visual Arts Certificate Program? We’re so glad you asked!

Willow Oak’s Visual Arts Certificate Program is a larger, long-term creative career pathway for students who want to go deeper in their art education. Students in the certificate program will move through foundational courses, explore different areas of visual art, work with a mentor, and ultimately develop a portfolio and a customized curriculum around their interests and goals.

Elements of Art is the very first foundational course in that pathway.

Over 14 weeks, students will learn the building blocks artists use in virtually every kind of visual art: line, shape, value, texture, color, space and form. They won’t just learn what those words mean, they’ll actually create projects that help them understand how each element works and how artists use them together.

Students pursuing the full Visual Arts Certificate will begin here, then move into Principles of Art in January 2027 that will run through May 2027, followed by opportunities to study areas like painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, photography, fiber arts, art history and more.

But here’s an important part: You do NOT have to enroll in the full certificate program to take Elements of Art. The class is open to students in grades 6-12 AND adults who simply want to strengthen their art skills and learn alongside other artists.

Class time: Thursdays, September 3–December 17 from 4:30–6:30 PM
Great for: Grades 6–12 + Adults
Cost: $448, includes supplies (payment plans available)

Questions? Give us a call at 615-667-1603.