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PixelTech Masters: Exploring Creativity with Digital Arts

PixelTech Masters: Exploring Creativity with Digital Arts

Explore Creativity with Digital Arts, combining various techniques into a comprehensive journey of digital creation.

Take students on an exciting journey through the vibrant world of digital creation. Using FireAlpaca, students will dive into crafting intricate digital collages, developing stunning graphic designs, and mastering various art techniques. They will explore everything from basic color theory and perspective to advanced digital imaging skills. With hands-on experience using a graphics tablet, students will bring their artistic visions to life, creating captivating digital artworks and fostering a deep appreciation for the digital arts landscape.

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  • About PixelTech Masters: Exploring Creativity with Digital Arts

    This immersive course aligns with the National Core Art Standards, offering students a comprehensive exploration of digital artistry. Using FireAlpaca and a graphics tablet, students will delve into the realms of digital collages, graphic design, and various art techniques. Throughout the course, they will master color theory, perspective, and digital imaging skills, transforming their creative ideas into stunning digital artworks. This hands-on experience enhances their problem-solving abilities and fosters a deep appreciation for digital arts. By blending technical skills with artistic expression, students will elevate their digital creativity, develop their unique style, and gain confidence in their artistic abilities. Join us to embark on this exciting journey of innovation and digital mastery!

  • Focus Areas

    Digital Collages: Students will explore the art of creating intricate digital collages, learning to layer and blend images to produce visually compelling compositions.

    Graphic Design: Students will develop skills in graphic design, mastering FireAlpaca's tools to create impactful and professional-quality graphics.

    Art Techniques: Students will refine their understanding of essential art techniques, including color theory, perspective, and digital imaging, to enhance their overall artistic proficiency.

Learning Outcomes

  • Improve Digital Skills

    Students will acquire essential digital skills by learning to use graphics tablets and drawing software, preparing them for the demands of the contemporary digital landscape. This foundation opens creative and professional avenues in digital art and design.

  • Build Artistic Expression

    Students will explore artistic expression in the digital realm, utilizing a range of digital brushes, effects, and layers. This exploration allows them to produce distinctive digital artworks that embody their creativity and individual style, pushing the boundaries of traditional art.

  • Enhance Problem-solving Skills

    Students will develop creative problem-solving skills by applying digital tools and techniques. They'll learn to navigate challenges, experiment with new ideas, and implement innovative solutions, enhancing their ability to think creatively across various situations and disciplines.

Sample Lessons

These lessons offer a glimpse into the innovative and engaging world of PixelTech Masters, where students can transform their creativity into captivating digital artworks. This enriching educational adventure combines the art of digital collages, graphic design, and advanced art techniques, fostering technical skills and artistic expression while developing a profound appreciation for the digital arts.

Digital Collage Creations: Layering for Impact

In this lesson, students will learn the art of layering and blending images to create visually stunning digital collages using FireAlpaca.

Mastering Graphic Design: Tools and Techniques

In this lesson, students will explore essential graphic design principles and techniques, mastering the tools in FireAlpaca to create professional-quality graphics.

Color Theory in Digital Art: Making Colors Pop

This lesson will guide students through the fundamentals of color theory, teaching them how to use color effectively to enhance their digital art creations.

Perspective Drawing: Adding Depth to Your Art

Students will delve into the principles of perspective drawing, learning how to create depth and dimension in their digital artworks.

Creative Effects: Using Brushes and Layers

In this lesson, students will experiment with various brushes and layering techniques in FireAlpaca to add unique textures and effects to their digital art projects.

Course Format

Our curriculum is designed to blend the dynamic structure of afterschool programs with the proven 5E instructional model—Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate.

Each phase is crafted to captivate and retain student interest, fostering a seamless and enriched learning experience.

- We start with the "Engage Phase" to spark curiosity with captivating visuals and prompts.

- In the "Explore Phase," students set out on their educational journey with clear objectives, supported by an environment that embraces learning from mistakes.

- The "Explain Phase" delivers foundational knowledge that is often cross-curricular in nature.

- The "Elaborate Phase" involves hands-on projects and activities, with bonus crafts and literacy integrations.

- The journey culminates in the "Evaluate Phase," where students reflect on their achievements and connect their learning to real-world applications.

This structured yet flexible approach ensures every student benefits from a comprehensive, engaging, and reflective educational experience.

Our Instructors Are Our Top Asset

At BAM!, our vision for innovative K-8 education extends beyond just curriculum; it encompasses the educators who bring that curriculum to life. Selecting & training our educators is a continuous and meticulous process, ensuring they are not just equipped with subject matter expertise but also the skills to inspire and connect with students on a personal level.

  • 100% adult educators recruited from prestigious universities ( No CITs at BAM!)
  • Highly refined interview and background check process 
  • Extensive training that goes well beyond curriculum & classroom management
  • Ongoing year-round opportunities to teach in our summer camp. After-school, and structured recess programs.

We celebrate your child's success!

Upon the conclusion of your child's program, they will be presented with an official Brains & Motion Education certificate.

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