At Greene Street Friends School, our art program celebrates creativity and cultural appreciation, guiding students from Paleolithic cave paintings to contemporary masterpieces. We explore a diverse array of media - including paint, clay, fibers, photography, and digital design - allowing students to express themselves in various ways.

Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students are inspired by renowned artists like Georgia O'Keeffe and Wassily Kandinsky as they experiment with shapes and color mixing. First and second graders often take field trips to museums to study art from different cultures, such as the vibrant traditions of India. Third and fourth graders enhance their design skills by exploring the dynamic world of Pop Art, while fifth and sixth graders delve into the artistic expressions of the world’s major religions.

Through this diverse curriculum, students not only create art but also build personal connections to the works they study, uncovering themes that resonate across cultures and time. Our program fosters the understanding that art is a universal language, allowing every student to recognize their place within this rich tradition.