Visual Art

The Visual Arts program at Shaw is driven by the philosophy that the student is the artist, and the classroom is their studio.

• We investigate, explore, study, and practice what artists do.
• Students choose projects and practices that further their artistic goals.
• They are supported by exploring new techniques, methods and materials as well as deep looks at new artists.
• Opportunities to share our work and collaborations between artists happen often.
• Students get to express themselves and define what matters to them as artists.
• We curate pop-up art displays in the building and participate in the District Art Show.
• Many techniques and media are explored in the studio including: acrylic paint, cardboard construction, blacklight materials, collage, crafts, and other typical media like marker, oil pastel and watercolor.