Blackbird Studio

Blackbird Studio

Hello! Thank you for viewing our programs. Blackbird Studio is a mobile art education studio offering a variety of unique art education programs. 

  • We offer school murals, 5th grade legacy projects, digital photography, animation, installation art, shirt design, painting and more!
  • Please make sure to check out our website and view our promo video for more program information.
  • We are available for workshops and residencies Monday-Friday including after school and weekends, based on availability.
  • We work with students of all ages. We also offer fun professional development experiences for teachers!
  • We conduct programs in-person and virtually.
  • Our programs usually connect to art, literacy, technology and science standards.
  • Pricing is based on the number of instructional hours, number of students and the materials required for the program. Contact us to receive a quote. Our price per class visit ranges from $125-$200 based on the length of each class.
  • We offer custom programs. If you have an idea that is not on the list, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Connect with us today to receive a quote or get your program on our calendar!

Email:  jen@blackbirdstudioclt.com
Call/Text: 704-575-0006
Website: www.blackbirdschool.org

About Blackbird Studio:

Based out of Charlotte, NC, Black Bird Studio offers unique art education experiences for students of all ages. Our teaching artists are professional creatives who are passionate about making an impact while sharing what they do best. We offer one-day workshops and multi-day residencies in a variety of mediums that connect to the k-12 core curriculum. We value high quality final products and we have that vibe that the students just love! We are a multifaceted mobile art studio.

Grant funding from the Arts and Science Council enables us to offer free programs to students across Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools who would not otherwise have access. Our partnerships with private schools, libraries, cultural centers and community events allow us to reach hundreds of students annually.

EDUCATOR CONTACT INFO

jen@blackbirdstudioclt.com

https://www.blackbirdschool.org

  Charlotte, NC

Mecklenburg

704-575-0006

Sculpt Your Own CHIA PETS!

Program description

This fun and creative program combines science and art for a whimsical final display of spouted sculptures. Students will learn how to create their own unique pinch pots ready for chia seed  sprouting.  This program connects great to science lessons. 

ASC Community Goals: Professional Development

Booking / scheduling contact

Jen Crickenberger

   704-575-0006

 jen@blackbirdstudioclt.com

Program detail
Artistic discipline: Visual Arts
Cultural Origin: Multicultural
Program type: Professional Development, Residency
Population served: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Kindergarten
Subject: Literacy, Science, Visual Arts
Bilingual: No
Available dates:

Please contact Black Bird Studio to book your preferred dates. Programs may take place M-F between 7am-5pm.

Available times:

Varies

Max number of students: 20
Length of program: 3-6 hrs
Location(s):

Your school

Fees / Ticketing:

Fees vary based on the number of contact hours and materials needed for the program.

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1
Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades appropriate topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.6-8.3
Follow precisely a multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RST.9-10.4
Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades 9-10 texts and topics.

NC Essential Standards:

B.V.2 – Apply creative and critical thinking skills to artistic expression. B.V.2.3 Create personal, symbolic expression as a means of communication (original, visual language).
B.CX.1- Understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts.
B.CX.1.3- Understand how art is used to document human experience.

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes
Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes
Maintains general liability insurance (Individuals and organizations listed in this Directory can provide proof of insurance upon request. ASC does not hold copies of current documentation for providers): Yes
Three letters of recommendation / references available: Yes
Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes
Connects to State and or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes
Provides tools to assess student learning (workshops and residencies): Yes
Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes
Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes
Cancellation Policy

A minimum fee of $100 will be charged for a program cancellation. If supplies were purchased in preparation for the program, the school will be required to reimburse Black Bird Studio.