Hello! My name is Karlie Brown and I am the PreK-8th grade art teacher here at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School! I graduated from the University of Kansas where I was a member of the Rowing team. Following college I served as a FOCUS missionary for four years. Now, I’m back teaching in Catholic schools and am feeling blessed to be a St. Thomas Raider. I love teaching art, growing in my Catholic faith and building relationships!
- ART (K-5)
- ART I (6th) Students will explore the beauty of art through the lens of our Catholic faith. In this course, students will be introduced to the basics of art through various mediums. They will build upon the elements and principles of design. Students will learn to draw from observation, explore color and its many schemes, as well as try different painting techniques. Art history and sketchbook challenges will also be incorporated. There is a $5 fee associated with this class.
- ART II (7th) This course will build upon previous art knowledge and integrate our Catholic faith in a deeper way. Students will explore and create both two-dimensional artwork and three-dimensional artwork. Specifically, building upon the seven elements of art and the seven principles of design to elevate composition, design and presentation. Various art mediums will allow students to effectively communicate their ideas. Art history, sketchbook challenges and developing a portfolio will also be incorporated. There is a $5 fee associated with this class.
- ART III (8th) Three-dimensional art is the basis for this course. It will build upon the foundations of art developed in previous art courses. Now, students will be using more advanced media and techniques, as well as elevating their presentation to effectively communicate ideas. This is for the serious student who wants to increase their abilities as an artist. Art history and drawing boards will be incorporated throughout this course. There is a $5 fee associated with this class.