About Atelier Homeschool Art
Founded in 1991 on a simple conviction — the arts are essential — Atelier has spent more than three decades creating high-quality, easy-to-teach visual art instruction for children. What began as a small set of classroom-tested video lessons is now a trusted online curriculum used by homeschool families, co-ops, and charter schools nationwide.
From the start, Atelier has focused on two things: real art education and real results.
Our developmental, process-oriented approach strengthens creativity, visual thinking, problem-solving, and confidence. And because every lesson is taught visually, any parent or co-op leader can guide meaningful art experiences — no art background required.
Today, tens of thousands of homeschoolers rely on Atelier for its user-friendly design, age-appropriate instruction, and joyful, skill-building lessons. Whether you’re teaching one child or a full group, Atelier gives you everything you need to help students create artwork they’re proud of — and to nurture creativity that lasts.
MEET THE creator
Marcia Osterink
Three decades of experience
Multiple statewide awards
One mission: make real art education accessible to every child
Marcia Osterink — artist, educator, and the creator of both Arts Attack and Atelier — has spent more than 30 years proving that art isn’t a “nice to have.” It’s essential.
With a degree in Elementary Education and Studio Art, and a career teaching everything from kindergarten to college, Marcia built a program that demystifies art and makes it joyful, teachable, and accessible in any learning environment — homeschool, co-op, or classroom.
Her work has earned major recognition, including two Golden Bell Awards, the Del Mar Mayor’s Award, and the Pat Rees Millers Art Advocacy Award. Since 1991, she’s taught and inspired tens of thousands of students, parents, and teachers through clear instruction, hands-on process, and plenty of creative joy.
Today, Marcia is still the on-camera teacher and publisher behind Atelier, continuing her lifelong mission: to equip every educator and inspire every child through real, meaningful art education.
No art background? No problem.
Atelier makes it easy for kids to create art
they’re proud of—step by step.
1. Simply gather and layout the materials.
2. Play the video lesson.
3. Watch your student create a masterpiece!
Your Questions Answered
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Learn how Atelier Homeschool Art makes it simple to bring real art education to your home or co-op.
What is Atelier Homeschool Art?
Atelier is an online, video-based art curriculum featuring 8 levels, each providing a full year of visual art instruction. Kids learn foundational skills—line, color, space, shape, form, texture, pattern, balance, emphasis—while exploring art history, creative expression, multicultural art, media exploration, and right-brain drawing techniques.
Who is Atelier Homeschool Art designed for?
Atelier is built for homeschool families, co-op groups, and independent-study charter schools. Each level is easy to teach, visually modeled, and flexible enough to work with single students, siblings, or multi-age groups learning together.
Does Atelier work for co-ops?
Absolutely — Atelier is made for co-ops.
The program:
- Works beautifully with multi-age groups
- Uses simple, affordable materials
- Requires minimal planning for the parent-teacher
- Encourages group creativity, collaboration, and sharing
If you’re organizing a co-op and want guidance, give us a call at 1-888-310-ARTS (2787) — we’re happy to help you get set up.
Is Atelier an approved vendor for charter schools?
Yes! Atelier is an approved vendor with many charter programs across the U.S.
Here are just some of the schools we currently work with:
Alaska & Pacific Northwest
Alaska Gateway • Columbia Virtual Academy • Compass Charter • Copper River SD • Delta/Greely Homeschool • Frontier Charter • Galena City SD • IDEA • Kenai Peninsula Borough SD • KPBSD Connections • Mat-Su SD • Nenana City • Yukon-Koyukuk SD • Quilcene SD
California
Dehesa Charter • Golden Valley Charter Schools • iLead • Inspire Charter • Long Valley Charter • National University Academy • Oasis School • Ocean Grove • Pacific Coast Academy • Pathways Academy • River Springs • Sage Oak • Sky Mountain • South Sutter • Summit
(And more are added regularly. If your school isn’t listed, you can request that they add “Atelier Homeschool Art” as a vendor.)
What materials do I need?
Each level includes a detailed materials list with affordable, easy-to-find supplies.
Prefer convenience? Atelier offers Art Supply Kits that include everything you need—paper, paints, brushes, chalk, glue, crayons, and more.
Can multiple ages learn together?
Absolutely. Atelier is designed to combine easily for siblings and co-op groups. The visual teaching style makes it engaging for a wide range of learners. Ask about Enriched Family Packages.
What art history resources are available?
Every Atelier level comes with access to the Great Masters Virtual Museum — a digital mini-museum featuring high-resolution artworks, artist bios, historical context, curriculum connections, and creative extension activities.
If you prefer something hands-on, you can also add Art Print Kits: ten 8"×10" fine-art prints with discussion guides, artist background, curriculum connections, and activity ideas. They’re perfect for portfolios, wall displays, and co-op enrichment.
What makes Atelier different from other art programs?
AAtelier teaches real visual art—not cookie-cutter crafts. You get:
- Clear video instruction
- Real kids demonstrating lessons
- Sequential skill-building
- Creative exploration
- Art history + artist appreciation
- Multicultural projects
- Flexible, mixed-age-friendly lessons
It’s easy for adults to teach and highly engaging for kids.
Why Parents Love Atelier
After homeschooling for over 15 years, I can honestly say that Atelier Art is one of the best curriculum purchases I have ever made. My children and I have enjoyed the variety of lessons, regardless of our differences in age and ability. Thank you Atelier Art for giving me a lifetime of memories creating art together!
Kimber M.
Greensburg, Indiana
As a homeschool parent with no art background, I was afraid to teach art. However, I have found Atelier to be so well-organized and so easy to use that I now love to teach it and my children have enjoyed accomplishment well beyond my expectations.
Emi N.
Encinitas, California
Using the Atelier program, our co-op is able to teach 15-20 children at a time. Since the video does the teaching for us, we are available to assist the children without missing a beat. It's wonderful!
Christy P.
Plainfield, Illinois
My observation is that, with the Atelier art lessons for children, every child has fun and success, shows an increase in self-confidence, and truly learns the fundamentals of creating and appreciating art! Both students and parents are proud of the results. I especially love the concepts that are taught and lessons in contour right-brain drawing. By their second year using the program, my children's creative development had accelerated by leaps and bounds. And, best of all, it's really fun!
Emi N.
Encinitas, California
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