prim*rose Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 It is SO expensive and I'm having a hard time justifying the cost. Is it really worth it and do you absolutely love it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Academy of Jedi Arts Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 It is worth it for me because we actually DO art now. We also can not fit art classes into our schedule, and this covers everything dd would get in one of the local classes, or if she were doing art in a local school. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prim*rose Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Perhaps I should think of it as replacing a physical art class and that would help me justify it a bit more. It just seems like so much money initially. Seems like every year I need to bump up the hs budget more and more :eek: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 How many kids will use it? I used it when all four where home, it took up our Friday afternoons because they really got into it and it was FUN! Oh, and they did learn some art techniques. I bought Artistic Pursuits last year when only had one kid home...and we never used it because it wasn't nearly as much fun as the Atelier. Just buy one chunk at a time, not a whole year at once, and see it you like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prim*rose Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 How many kids will use it? We just have one child, but dh and I were going to do it with her (we have zero art abilities!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina in WA Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 IMHO, it is worth it. :) I have levels 1-7 and LOVE them all!!!! I would suggest finding it used from the swap board, ebay, or another sales board. Make sure it has the parents manual (you only need ONE to use for all levels 1-7), and that the lesson plans are included with the dvd's/vhs. The art prints are necessary, you can find the pictures online or in a book, but it is convenient to have. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn E Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Yes, yes, yes! I searched and found a used set, and, though it was still expensive, it was well worth it. I may sound overly enthusiastic after only one lesson, but dd loves it and has made beautiful artwork. It inspired her to keep going after the lesson was done. I did a lot of research beforehand--thanks again, Tina in Wa :001_smile:--and I am very pleased. I'm afraid art wouldn't happen here without it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prim*rose Posted August 20, 2008 Author Share Posted August 20, 2008 Thank so much for the feedback, everyone! I'm really trying to justify it in my mind, but it might take a little bit for this cheapskate to get over it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St. Theophan Academy Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 Worth it, especially since even if you cannot buy it used, I have had great luck in selling my sets after we use them for $80-100. Means I only shelled out $50 for the whole course (and used it with multiple kids). And since around here, a 6 week art class cost $100-$150, I think $150 for 18 classes is a pretty good deal! Another idea, this summer I had my sister in law split the cost with me, and the kids did the class together at my house. Once a week we got together and they did the projects, so I only had to pay $75 and I had 3 kids participating. So, we have loved it so far, and in my mind it is well worth it. Great projects, real art instruction, and some wonderful frameable art work to treasure. In fact, since school started back we have not done it (her kids are not homeschooled) and just today my kids were whining about wanting to have art class. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elise Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 I am trying to get up the nerve to submit my order, too, and I appreciate everyone's thoughts! It really does sound like a great program. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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