2025 Term 1 Art 401™ The Economics of Art

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2025 Term 1

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What? That line is worth five million dollars? I bet my little brother could do that! So, what makes art valuable? Is it the gold flakes the artist glued to the canvas? Or perhaps the million-dollar idea it conveys? More importantly, how does all this relate to me? In this engaging and enlightening module, students will explore the intricate relationship between art and economics—the sophisticated terms adults use to discuss value, money, and business. Through interactive projects, they’ll design their own currency, engage in "trading" art supplies to understand bartering, and reinterpret famous artworks from a value perspective.

Tailored for students aged 8 to 12, this session marries creativity with critical thinking, prompting students to view art not just as a medium for personal expression but as part of a broader cultural and economic narrative. By the end of this module, students will have compiled a portfolio of works that showcase their newfound understanding of value, both artistic and personal. They will emerge with a richer appreciation of how art influences and is influenced by the world around them.

Students are required to bring their own art supplies, which can be supplemented by ordering a starter pack from the Studio. As the activities are designed for independent exploration, parental assistance is not necessary.

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Each session is uniquely developed for each student to achieve and progress in class, as well as through home practice. You will need to work with your own paint set. Our recommended supplies are as follows.

All learning materials are available for students enrolled full term via the Studio website. Please login and click on 'My' to locate your sessions.

If you feel sick, please stay home and apply a catch-up lesson at a later time. Or, if you feel well enough, please join your session online via our app or this website. Regrettably, we can only provide catch-up lessons within your enrolled term based on availability. Any unused credit cannot be carried over to the following term.

For the fairness of the other students, for our clever tutors who provide the lessons that you love, the studio cannot offer a refund if you change your mind. Our in-studio workshops are strictly made up of the limited number of students enrolled before the start of each school term and have the appropriate resources allocated to accommodate the optimal learning experience for all students in the course. To ensure the staff and supplies can be maintained for the course, payment for their use cannot be refunded so that the remaining students may continue the learning and development they paid for. In the event of Covid-19 restrictions, workshops will resume online. No refund can be issued if you decide not to participate in online sessions.

If you are joining the workshop in person, just bring your lovely self! Please bring your own art pack for Clever Canvas™, Sketchbook Challenge™ and Super Matisse™ lessons. If you are joining online, great! Ensure your device is fully charged, and check with your tutor beforehand about what supplies you may need to prepare.

Choosing a class that suits your age group would be a great way to start. Your tutor will advise you if moving up or down a level may be more beneficial for your child. Check out the 'Find My Workshop' page for more details.