The classroom environment is the key to a successful, positive experience in art. We create a peaceful and silent classroom that encourages focus and concentration. This setting enables students to develop an increased attention span that helps them in school. In addition, our studio is a supportive environment in which students can experiment, learn, and feel safe from criticism or critique. Students come to understand that in our studio there is no competition or comparisons, no right or wrong way to draw, and that one can learn from every drawing, even if one doesn’t always like the results.