Starry Night by Van GoghMeet The Masters

Ladera's Meet the Masters Art Program is a parent-docent led experience based upon state and district standards in which students are provided with a variety of studio lessons using different mediums, while discussing different artists, their style of work, historical background and an opportunity to view great works of art.

The five year program allows students to gain a wide variety of perspectives over a large period of time in history using a variety of teaching strategies including but not limited to: discussion, video, hands-on art application, compare and contrast, and portfolio development. Emphasis is placed on the experience, skill building, and the 'happy accident' rather than a "finished" or "realistic" rendering.

Consider volunteering your time as a parent/art docent in your child's classroom! Docents attend a training meeting 7 times throughout the year, and then schedule about an hour to conduct the lesson in the classroom. Most materials are prepared in advance for your lesson. It's a great way to be involved, and to learn more about these renowned artists.

2011-12 Meet the Masters Schedule
Artist Training* Slide Show
Chagall Sept 23 8:30am or Sept 30
1:40pm
Klee Oct 28 8:30am or TBD
1:40pm
Seurat Dec 2 8:30am or Dec 9
1:40pm
DaVinci Jan 6 8:30am or Jan 13
1:40pm
Renoir Feb 3 8:30am or Mar 23
1:40pm
Ringold Cancelled
Cezanne Apr 20 8:30am or Apr 27
1:40pm
*Training is in Rm 24