lorrainejmc Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 This seemed to be on everyone's wish list last year, including mine, but our budget didn't stretch to it. We stumbled upon Scott Foresman art for very little cash and it has been a surprise success, but I was just wondering about Atelier as I haven't heard it mentioned in ages. So how's it going? :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jengjohnson Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 We have difficulty making time for it, we've only completed three projects, but we've enjoyed the variety. I think it helps that I really like doing this sort of thing. We've pretty much resorted to doing art on less busy weekends. I'm glad I bought it (cheaper at HS buyer's co-op) and plan to finish it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 I plan to use mine over the summer so we'll see what we think. Right now we are using Artistic Pursuits and we like it. We do about 1 lesson a week. We like to do some school over the summer to maintain a routine so I thought Atelier would be a fun fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 We have completed an entire level of Atelier and 1/2 of another. All my kids really like it and look forward to the lessons. I also lent a level out to a friend for her to use for the year and every time I talk to her she lets me know how much her kids enjoy the program. They like the variety of the projects and the difficulty level is appropriate. I think their favorite part is that they get to see what the other kids in the class did. This gives them something to compare their work too and it's one of their favorite parts of each lesson. I'm really glad a sprung the money for the program and have no regrets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom0012 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 I love doing the projects with my daughter. We've had such a crazy busy year, we've gotten a really late start on art, but we're on a roll again now. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coffeemama Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 We have only done three lessons mostly due to me not making it a priority. :blush: I have level 3 and my younger two (grades 1 & 3) like it. It's a bit easy for my 5th grader who also takes an advanced art class at co-op. I bought it on sale through HSBC and feel it was worth the sale price (glad I didn't pay too much). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birkenkathy Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 (edited) We love it. I use it with all of my kids (5-13 yo). We started at the kindergarten level and have just progressed along. We are just starting level 3. The 13 year old has never indicated that she felt too old for it. This is one of my must-have programs each year. And I love it because it is parent-friendly. All I have to do is provide the supplies. Kathy Edited February 25, 2012 by Birkenkathy clarification Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 It is very helpful for my son to see other children doing the art. It has made art a non-struggle (for us). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmoe Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 I'm not a fan. My kids haven't learned anything new with it this year. I also wanted a bit more teaching from the DVD portion. We won't get it again next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmMusa Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 i bought it last year after reading so much about it here, and it was on sale at the homeschool buyer's coop. I got one DVD level to use with my kids, and due to my poor planning, we've only done two lessons. The results were great. Now whether I would spend that kind of money again on a different level, I'm not sure... with so many library books and online resources I might try something else as a 'teaching tool'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzanne115 Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 We love it! We have completed Levels 1-3. We are now working on level 4. We definitely plan to continue using it. Suzanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 We just got it on Thursday. I asked my dd to put in the dvd and make sure that it was working right so that we could have a lesson next week. She started watching and demanded to do a lesson right then, although it was 4:30 in the afternoon and school was over. She asked to do another lesson yesterday on Sat, but my dh was using the TV. So far so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhsmom Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 We have loved it at our house. We couldn't afford art lessons, but I feel that this is pretty close to the real thing. Does anyone know if Homeschool Buyer's Co-op will have it again this year? I am trying to decide if I will buy the next level at my homeschool convention or wait for the group buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WIS0320 Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Love, love, love it. I bought two full levels during last year's sale and I am so glad I did. I took the supply list for Level 1 and purchased everything at the start of the year and put it up high in our craft closet. It has been super easy to implement and the projects are always great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted March 24, 2012 Share Posted March 24, 2012 Another poster asked about a sale. Does this Atelier periodically sell their program at a reduced price on Homeschool Buyers Co-Op, or did it seem to be a one time thing? I keep checking, but haven't found a reduced price yet. I did find a 10% off code, but am hoping for more:tongue_smilie:! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I have been following threads that discuss Atelier since I am interested in this program, but it is expensive. I received an email from Home School Buyers Co-op this morning that stated Atelier will go on sale starting April 2. I am not sure what the cost will be, but wanted to pass on the info since sometimes the price is determined by how many people purchase the program. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Mist Academy Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I have been following threads that discuss Atelier since I am interested in this program, but it is expensive. I received an email from Home School Buyers Co-op this morning that stated Atelier will go on sale starting April 2. I am not sure what the cost will be, but wanted to pass on the info since sometimes the price is determined by how many people purchase the program. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I received an email from Home School Buyers Co-op this morning that stated Atelier will go on sale starting April 2. I am not sure what the cost will be, but wanted to pass on the info since sometimes the price is determined by how many people purchase the program. I just hopped on here to post the same thing. They have a link which allows you to indicate how interested you are in purchasing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Thanks - I did see the link. I am hoping that there will be a lot of interest since sometimes the number of purchases determines the percentage off. Forty percent would be nice:D:D! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennay Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I just pulled out a module yesterday that was just sitting on the shelf and realized I really need to be using this product! My kids do so well with the DVD instructional approach and if I get the supplies ahead of time I think it will get done. I have some other art books but they are even less likely to get done so I just need to get in gear and make this a priority over the summer. Reading, swimming, playgrounds, National Parks, and art. That sounds like a nice summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandaceC Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Oh I want to start this program, I hope they put it on sale at the co-op!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 It is going on sale at the Homeschool Buyers Co-Op on April 2nd as per the email I received today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitterpatter Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Anyone remember the retail price? I can't seem to get their site to work. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseofkids&pets Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Each level costs $155 on the Atelier site. You can also purchase add-ons, like art prints and art supply kits. I don't know what the group buy will be at HSBC. I had already run across a 10% discount code recently and am hoping that it will be more than that once the special is listed on April 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 Bumping for anyone interested in feedback on Atelier Art.....we are almost at 40% off on homeschoolbuyerscoop dot com! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 Bumping for those interested in feedback on Atelier Art.....we are almost at 40% off at homeschoolbuyerscoop.com!!! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gods2gifts Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 I wanted to know if anyone has a special needs child and used this curriculum? My daughter is 13 (mentally 5-6) I thought the visual DVD of other children would be good for her. Does anyone have one they no longer need and would like to sale? Thanks Vivian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 I wanted to know if anyone has a special needs child and used this curriculum? My daughter is 13 (mentally 5-6) I thought the visual DVD of other children would be good for her. Does anyone have one they no longer need and would like to sale? Thanks Vivian Vivian, I would cross post this on the special needs board here also. You can also post a WTB ad when you decide what level you want. I think this would work really well for a special needs child. The teacher on the dvd illustrates what she is teaching, then the dvd shows the children doing art projects using the techniques she has taught them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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