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Weston High School Visual Arts

Weston School District Visual Arts Philosophy:

Artistic creation and appreciation are fundamental to the human experience. Education in the visual arts fosters an integrated mode of experience, which leads to both retention and comprehension of knowledge.

Critical thinking and intuition stimulate experimentation and risk-taking, fundamental components of creativity and problem solving.

The arts are a universal human phenomenon and a valuable means of communication.  Involvement in them, both as participant and observer, promotes a deeper understanding and acceptance of the similarities and differences among races, religions and cultures.

Weston Schools is committed to providing a challenging, nurturing environment for our students.  Through the alignment of the Visual Arts Curriculum to State and National Standards, the dedication of our resources to rigorous student learning and the implementation of innovative and proven instructional strategies, the Visual Arts Program in Weston Schools fosters students mastery in the arts.

Visual Arts Curriculum Objectives:

The Weston Public Schools Visual Art curriculum strives to provide a wide range of visual arts experiences that will encourage artistic growth and appreciation of the arts as well as creative and critical thinking and analytical skills.

Components of the Curriculum:

  • Creating: conceiving and developing new artistic ideas and work
  • Presenting: interpreting, sharing, realizing and presenting artistic ideas and work
  • Responding: understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning.
  • Connecting: relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context.

A four-part ceramic tile artwork depicts scenes of day and night.

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WHS Visual Art Faculty

Gina Arena
Studio Arts, Photography

Geoffrey Brencher
Videography

Kate O’Keefe
CIL, Studio Arts, Photography

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  • Detailed pencil drawing of a bicycle's front fork and tire, showcasing intricate shading and texture.
  • A parchment with an inspiring quote by Alexander the Great: "There is nothing impossible to him who will try."
  • A portrait of long, dark, wavy hair against a vibrant blue and green abstract background with yellow stars scattered throughout.
  • Students sit at computer desks, watching a sports video projected on a large screen in a classroom adorned with movie posters.
  • A close-up of glass bottles and a bow-shaped decorative item, showcasing reflections and vibrant colors on a table surface.
  • A hand-drawn illustration featuring two sneaker designs: a black lace-up shoe on top and a simple white slip-on below.
  • A painting of a bird sitting on a tree branch, surrounded by lush green leaves and a clear blue sky.
  • A cartoon of a man wearing a Connecticut College sweatshirt, smiling and standing against a simple background.
  • A purple and black drawing depicting a woman's face, showcasing abstract features and expressive lines.
  • Eagle's head shaped like a shell, showcasing unique features and textures of both the eagle and shell design.
  • A parched landscape showing cracked earth, symbolizing drought and the urgent need for water.
  • A painting depicting a man with curly hair and a beard, showcasing intricate details and rich colors.
  • Ice crystals glisten on a branch against a clear blue sky, creating a serene winter scene.
  • Empress of the Sun, a vibrant watercolor, ink, and acrylic artwork on paper, showcasing radiant colors and dynamic forms.

WPS Visual Arts

Weston School District Visual Arts Philosophy:

Artistic creation and appreciation are fundamental to the human experience. Education in the visual arts fosters an integrated mode of experience, which leads to both retention and comprehension of knowledge.

Critical thinking and intuition stimulate experimentation and risk-taking, fundamental components of creativity and problem solving.

The arts are a universal human phenomenon and a valuable means of communication.  Involvement in them, both as participant and observer, promotes a deeper understanding and acceptance of the similarities and differences among races, religions and cultures.

Weston Schools is committed to providing a challenging, nurturing environment for our students.  Through the alignment of the Visual Arts Curriculum to State and National Standards, the dedication of our resources to rigorous student learning and the implementation of innovative and proven instructional strategies, the Visual Arts Program in Weston Schools fosters students mastery in the arts.

 

Visual Arts Curriculum Objectives:

The Weston Public Schools Visual Art curriculum strives to provide a wide range of visual arts experiences that will encourage artistic growth and appreciation of the arts as well as creative and critical thinking and analytical skills.

Components of the Curriculum:

  • Creating: conceiving and developing new artistic ideas and work
  • Presenting: interpreting, sharing, realizing and presenting artistic ideas and work
  • Responding: understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning.
  • Connecting: relating artistic ideas and work with personal meaning and external context. 

WPS Visual Art Links

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Weston Visual Art Faculty

Click on a name to link to their web site:

  • Gina Arena, WHS Art
  • Geoffrey Brencher, WHS Art
  • Cadence Carroll, WIS Art
  • K-12 Visual Art CIL
  • Linda Kanuch, HES Art
  • Kate O'Keefe, WHS Art
  • Mary Reamer, WMS Art
  • Carla Volpe, WHS, WMS Art

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Weston Visual Art Department Links

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Weston Visual Art External Links