Simple, Sequential, Stunning: Art Appreciation with Daily Art Courses (E52)

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Today, we're diving into a topic that will inspire and enrich your homeschool experience—How to include simple art appreciation with Daily Art Courses from Enrichment Studies (now available through Music in Our Homeschool). It's the easiest way ever to include an art appreciation course in your homeschool.

Are you looking for an EASY way to go deeper with art appreciation or art history? Something sequential, relatable, and click-and-go simple? Well, Daily Art has got you covered!

Easy Homeschool Art Appreciation with Daily Art courses

Picture this: Your kids debating Caravaggio’s use of chiaroscuro over breakfast… Your teen connecting Rococo art to Enlightenment philosophy… Your preschooler recognizing Van Gogh’s brushstrokes in a doctor’s office painting. This isn’t fantasy – it’s what happens when art becomes part of your daily rhythm!

Why Art Appreciation Matters More Than Ever

Here’s the thing—Art provides a visual narrative of history, culture, and human expression. It enhances critical thinking, creativity, and even empathy.

In our screen-dominated world, art study through art appreciation develops three crucial skills:
• Visual literacy: Decoding imagery in advertisements, news, and social media
• Historical empathy: Understanding perspectives through centuries of creativity
• Creative problem-solving: Analyzing how masters overcame artistic challenges

Yet most homeschool moms feel unequipped to teach art appreciation. That’s where Daily Art transforms “I wish” into “We did it!”

Who is Daily Art for?

Daily Art courses are designed to make art appreciation effortless, engaging, and educational for all homeschool families. Whether you're following a Charlotte Mason philosophy, Classical education, or simply looking for meaningful family learning during Morning Time, Daily Art fits seamlessly into your routine.

What Makes Daily Art Special?

So, what exactly is Daily Art? It’s a done-for-you, click-and-go online course that combines the ease of Fine Art Pages with the power of video-based learning—all presented in a super simple format.

Each course is organized chronologically, allowing your family to journey through art history, meeting famous artists (including incredible women artists!) along the way.

Here’s what you can expect:

Biographical Information: Get to know the artists behind the masterpieces.
Art Analysis: Explore detailed discussions, often filmed in world-renowned museums.
Historical Perspective: Understand the cultural and historical context of each artwork.
Coordinating Art Projects: When available, hands-on projects help reinforce learning.

Plus, you get access to Fine Art Pages to view online, print for display at home, or add to your art notebook.

Clifftop Walk at Pourville by Claude Monet

Perfect for both High School Credit & Family Learning

One of the best features? Daily Art isn’t just for elementary kids. It’s an excellent resource for high school fine arts credit! The bonus materials, like the Artist Study Notebook and Copywork Pages, provide added depth for older students and younger kids alike.

Imagine this: Your high schooler earns art appreciation credit while your younger kids engage with the same material during your homeschool Morning Time. It’s family-style learning at its best!

Art History Complements Other Subjects

Daily Art also complements other subjects beautifully. Studying the Renaissance? Dive into works by Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Sofonisba Anguissola.

Learning about European history? Discover the art of Rubens, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Art becomes a visual anchor, helping your kids recall historical events and cultural shifts more vividly.

Studying American history? You'll love learning about the works of American painter Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828).

George Washington painting by Gilbert Stuart

Real Homeschool Testimonials about Fun Art Appreciation

Don’t just take my word for it. Here’s what homeschool mom Stephanie had to say:

“Thank you for providing such wonderful products!! We did your Daily Art Renaissance Art Program and absolutely loved it!! Art appreciation is a subject that often gets overlooked, but you make it so easy and enjoyable. People get so intrigued by all the art displayed in our house. I love telling others about Enrichment Studies!”

And Regina shared:

“We are looking forward to another successful year of morning time beginning with your Daily Art and Sound Bites!”

These testimonials highlight how Daily Art not only fits into homeschool life but also enriches it.

Which Daily Art Courses are Available?

Daily Art: Renaissance

The Daily Art: Renaissance course is a 15-week art appreciation program designed to deepen your understanding of Renaissance art in a sequential, relatable, and easy-to-follow format. This click-and-go online course combines the convenience of Fine Art Pages with the richness of video-based learning, all presented in a simple and engaging manner.

The course introduces you to the following artists:

Donatello
Jan van Eyck
Masaccio
Giovanni Bellini
Andrea Mantegna
Sandro Botticelli
Hieronymus Bosch
Leonardo da Vinci
Albrecht Dürer
Michelangelo
Raphael
Titian
Tintoretto
El Greco
Sofonisba Anguissola
Lavinia Fontana
Barbara Longhi
Fede Galizia

For a glimpse into the course, you can check out a whole week of free preview lessons about artist Jan van Eyck, including topics like the Arnolfini Portrait and the Ghent Altarpiece.

Daily Art: Baroque and Dutch Golden Age

The Daily Art: Baroque and Dutch Golden Age course is a 14-week art appreciation program designed to make exploring art history both accessible and engaging for homeschool families. This self-paced, online course offers a structured journey through the Baroque period and the Dutch Golden Age, focusing on 16 renowned artists.

Artists Covered:

Caravaggio
Peter Paul Rubens
Frans Hals
Artemisia Gentileschi
Clara Peeters
Diego Velázquez
Giovanna Garzoni
Judith Leyster
Rembrandt
Jacob van Ruisdael
Pieter de Hooch
Maria van Oosterwijck
Johannes Vermeer
Elisabetta Sirani
Maria Sibylla Merian
Rachel Ruysch

Integration with Other Studies:

This course serves as an excellent supplement for those studying the historical period from 1588 to 1750. Art provides a visual narrative of history, enriching the understanding of cultural and societal developments of the time.

Free Preview Lesson: Meet Frans Hals and learn about his paintings Singing Boy with Flute, Three Children with a Goat Cart, and more.

Daily Art: Rococo

The Daily Art: Rococo course is a 15-week art appreciation program designed to make learning about Rococo art both simple and enriching for homeschool families. This self-paced online course offers a chronological journey through the Rococo period, introducing students to 24 influential artists.

Students will become familiar with the following artists:

Antoine Watteau
Canaletto
Bellotto
Maurice Quentin de La Tour
Allan Ramsay
Joshua Reynolds
Thomas Gainsborough
Benjamin West
Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Hubert Robert
Charles Willson Peale
Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun
Gilbert Stuart
Sir Thomas Lawrence

Additionally, there’s a two-week bonus segment featuring brief overviews of 10 more Rococo-era artists, with one Fine Art Page per artist.

Integration with Other Studies:

This course pairs perfectly with studies focused on the 18th century. Art serves as a visual narrative that complements lessons in history, culture, and societal development, enriching your homeschool curriculum.

Testimonials:

“Wow! This looks so AWESOME! I looked through the sample and cannot tell you how excited I am to go through this program. The information was fascinating and the art project at the end was the cherry on top. We continue to love all of your products. I do believe I am the most excited about this one though. Thank you so much for coming up with beautiful products that truly enrich my family.”
—Kelly

Try a free week of Daily Art: Rococo lessons about Gilbert Stuart here.

Daily Art: Neoclassical

The Daily Art: Neoclassical course is an 11-week art appreciation program designed to make exploring art history both accessible and engaging for homeschool families. This self-paced, online course offers a structured journey through the Neoclassical period, focusing on 20 renowned artists.

Artists Covered:

Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Francisco Bayeu y Subías
Joseph Wright of Derby
John Singleton Copley
Angelica Kauffman
Jacques-Louis David
John Trumbull
Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
William Bouguereau

Additionally, the course offers a two-week segment featuring shorter studies of 11 more Neoclassical era artists, each accompanied by a Fine Art Page.

Integration with Other Studies:

This course serves as an excellent supplement for those studying the historical period from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century. Art provides a visual narrative of history, enriching the understanding of cultural and societal developments of the time.

Check out a full week of lessons about artist John Singleton Copley here.

Daily Art: Impressionism

The Daily Art: Impressionism course is an 11-week art appreciation program designed to make exploring the Impressionist movement both accessible and engaging for homeschool families. This self-paced, online course offers a structured journey through the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on 10 renowned artists.

Artists Covered:

The program introduces students to the following artists:

Edouard Manet
Edgar Degas
Mary Cassatt
Claude Monet
Berthe Morisot
Auguste Renoir
Gustave Caillebotte
Childe Hassam
Frederic Remington
Joaquin Sorolla

Additionally, there's a bonus week featuring five more Impressionists, with one artist introduced each day.

Integration with Other Studies:

This course serves as an excellent supplement for those studying the historical period from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Art provides a visual narrative of history, enriching the understanding of cultural and societal developments of the time.

Try out a free week of lessons about Impressionistic painter Claude Monet here.

How to Get Started with Daily Art

Getting started with a Daily Art art appreciation course is simple:

Enroll in the course—there’s no start or end date. It’s self-paced with lifetime access.
Log in, click, and go! The videos are short—usually 4–5 minutes—perfect for busy families.
Use the Fine Art Pages to create an inspiring art display at home. Or, you may print them and put in a 3-ring art binder.
Dive into bonus materials for deeper learning, especially if you have high schoolers.

And here’s the best part: Daily Art is included in the Music in Our Homeschool Plus premium membership! So if you’re already a member, you can start exploring right now.

Get Quick Wins with Daily Art

Start Small: Begin with 10-minute sessions two times a week. Consistency beats marathon sessions.
Get Tactile: There are some art projects that use basic supplies. Add these in for extra fun!

Special on Daily Art art appreciation courses this week!

For the next week, use code DAILYART2025 to get 20% off any Daily Art course or the full bundle of 5 courses!

This includes:
• Immediate digital access
• Digital Fine Art Pages

Conclusion

So, if you’ve been wondering how to make art appreciation more meaningful and manageable in your homeschool, Enrichment Studies Daily Art Courses are the answer. It’s simple, engaging, and perfect for the whole family.

Thanks for joining me today. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. It helps more homeschool families discover the joy of fine arts education. Until next time, keep nurturing creativity in your homeschool!

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