Darrow’s visual arts program supports the School’s hands-on approach to learning and the commitment to developing a variety of talents in each student. The program is rich with a diverse faculty and sequence of course offerings, made possible by a school-wide commitment to the arts. Teachers encourage students to learn the techniques and skills necessary to take risks in their work and to try something new.

Courses in basic studio arts, drawing, painting, photography, ceramics, and woodworking encourage students to explore their interests in both two- and three-dimensional media. Classes are taught in the state-of-the art Joline Arts Center, the newest facility on campus. All students must complete at least four courses (2 credits) in the arts, but most go beyond this requirement.

All seniors at Darrow participate in the Senior Art Show. As the short film below depicts, Darrow students have the opportunity to dabble in a number of different media and to delve deeply into advanced courses where they can produce finely crafted pieces of furniture, technically challenging ceramic works, vivid paintings and prints, eye-catching sculptures, and so much more!