Art education according to the child's developmental stage

Art education according to the child's developmental stage

Wesley, Miro, and Oscar's artworks

​From around 7 to 9 years old, they begin to draw three-dimensional pictures through overlapping and size adjustments, and between 9 and 12 years old, they begin to apply perspective in earnest. Therefore, if you are unable to draw three-dimensional pictures before the age of 13, it is a good idea to seek advice from an expert such as an artist. Acquiring professional artistic skills before the age of 11 plays an important role in maximizing a child's creativity and expressiveness. Childhood is the period when the brain develops the most, and visual thinking, spatial perception, and hand coordination develop rapidly. If you learn basic drawing skills, color sense, and perspective during this period, your artistic expressions will become much more natural.

In addition, since sensory experiences are important, being exposed to various materials and techniques fosters creative problem-solving skills and artistic thinking becomes ingrained in you. Early art education fosters confidence and a sense of accomplishment, and through consistent practice, concentration and patience are also improved.

After the age of 11, logical thinking is strengthened, and you move on to the process of developing previously acquired skills more systematically. If you miss this period, you may lose the opportunity to naturally acquire basic senses. That is why it is very important to gain various artistic experiences before the age of 11.

In this sense, it is always a pleasure to see students grow beyond simple flat surfaces, understanding space, exploring light, and observing the nature of things. When students draw, they can make meaningful observations about themselves and their surroundings. This is a visual, three-dimensional, and creative approach that allows them to think in different ways, change their perspectives, and empathize.

And actually, I feel the greatest reward when I observe the changes in students as they draw for a long time. Art activities give a high level of accomplishment. This accomplishment leads to self-confidence. As I draw, I find that I gain the courage to live in the world with more confidence and energy. And if I continue to draw consistently, my drawing skills will definitely improve. Keep drawing without stopping. One day, you will be surprised by the results