University of Arizona

Grades 4-6 Themes

Wildcat Art presents…Cat Quest!!

Ready for a quest? Ready to create your very own world?

Launch into fantasy and imagination with multiple quests that explore story building, character creation, set design, and more!

Through 2d, 3d, and photographic art mediums, and crafts that incorporate STEAM activities. Students will create a final, classified art project.

Instructors:

Matthew J. Leyva

mjleyva@arizona.edu

Hi I’m Mr. Leyva! I’m a Senior in the AVCE program. I love video games, drawing, painting, and creating from imagination.

Kasey Cross

kaseylrcross@arizona.edu

Hi there! I’m Ms. Cross! I love sci-fi/fantasy, drawing, sculpting, and using art to problem-solve and understand the world around us.

Make your mark!

Grades 4-6

Materials we will use:

  • Watercolor
  • Found/Recycled Materials
  • Collage
  • Paint

Objectives

Students will engage with topics and artists that help them explore self-expression and storytelling.

Artist Examples:

  • Heather Galler
  • Derek Gores

When and Where

  • Saturdays at the University of Arizona School of Art
  • Start date: Feb 21st
  • End date: April 25th

Meet the Teachers

Brianna Silvain

Hi! I’m Brianna and I love helping kids explore creativity, confidence, and self-expression. I’m excited to work with you!

Rebecca Sellman

Hello! I am Rebecca. I enjoy creating zines, watercolor paintings, and book making. My hopes are to help kids make their mark and tell their own stories.

Contact Teachers

briannasilvain@arizona.edu
rsellman@arizona.edu