Ventana Vista Elementary School

Art

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At Ventana Vista, visual art is a vibrant part of how our students learn, express themselves, and connect to the world. From drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media, students explore art through hands-on experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. They learn how to share their stories visually, recognize the power of art in different cultures, and discover how art connects to history, science, and helping others.

Teacher in front of Art Gallery Sign

Teacher and artist—Ms. Julie Fouts brings joy and creativity to Ventana Vista through happy art, inspired by the beauty of the Tucson desert.

Owl artwork

A wise and wonderful creation! This vibrant collage of an owl showcases the creativity and collaboration of our young artists at Ventana Vista.

Ceramic bee on a cloud This adorable 3D artwork by a Ventana Vista student shows that even tiny bees can spread big joy—one heart at a time.

Illustration of a dog This realistic pup portrait, surrounded by autumn leaves, demonstrates the techniques that students learn in their illustrations.

Teacher in art classroom with word Create behind her Our art classroom is a bright airy space where creativity flows.

Teacher helps student with project

Ms. Fouts offers a guiding hand as a young artist brings her collage to life.

Teacher sitting in front of class with a puppet

In the younger grades, art lessons often begin with a story and a playful puppet, sparking imagination and bringing each lesson to life.

White board with kindergarten learning goal about lines shapes and colors

Learning goals are posted clearly in each lesson—like this one in kindergarten, where students explore lines, shapes, and colors through the work of Kandinsky.

Evening of the Arts

What a night! Students showcased over 1,000 pieces of original artwork created throughout the year with the guidance of Ms. Fouts. Families explored colorful galleries, admired student creativity, and stepped into a glow room filled with dazzling sea creatures under blacklight. A true celebration of imagination and artistry!

Art display of third grade artwork