Since God himself is the first and greatest artist, art is a significant part of human life. God created us in His own image and therefore, to have a portion of His creativity.  Art engages us and prods us to think through and evaluate our own lives within the world around us. Art helps us to find joy, to see beauty, and to reflect upon God’s design in all things.  Making art forces us to exercise and grow our observational, problem-solving, and independent-thinking skills. It allows us to communicate with kindness and to understand each other with empathy.  Art is essential.

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In CCA’s art program, students are exposed to a variety of media and techniques such as drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, and ceramics.  Most of the class time is spent creating. A biblical perspective of art, art history, and current art practices are woven into the curriculum. Because every human is creative, all students are welcome and have a place in art class. A primary objective of CCA’s art program is the growth of all its students’ creative skills from the developing learner to the experienced. Higher level courses that focus on portfolio prep are available for those students who wish to pursue art as part of their career plan. We participate in ACSI’s Fine Arts Festival, and also celebrate student artwork with a CCA Art Show each year.