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Unleashing creativity and self-expression through the visual arts

At our school, the Visual Arts program offers a comprehensive educational experience that encourages self-expression, exploration, and creativity. Starting from PreKindergarten, students at KAS have the opportunity to engage in a wide range of artistic disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, digital media, and more. Through their involvement in the creative process, students not only develop analytical skills in problem-solving and divergent thinking but also learn to critically appreciate and contribute to the arts.

Our art studios and ceramic kiln area provide a dedicated space for students to work and create, equipped with everything they need. Their artwork is proudly displayed in the hallways and as wall murals, as well as showcased in exhibitions held in the lobby, exhibition hall, library, and media center throughout the school year. This not only celebrates their individual creativity but also fosters a sense of pride and community engagement.

Additionally, the High School Arts Department organizes artist visits, workshops, and field trips annually, exposing our students to different perspectives and nurturing their understanding and appreciation of the diverse artistic expressions found in the world around them. High school extracurricular art clubs, such as Charity Art Club and Charrette Club offer the opportunity for student-led art making and community based activities. All of these experiences broaden students’ horizons and contribute to their growth as artists and individuals.

Meet our Visual Arts Faculty

Eileen Chang ES Visual Arts

Eileen Chang ES Visual Arts

Eileen Chang is a passionate educator with three years as a TA in the elementary at KAS. She is known for her interdisciplinary approach for blending art, storytelling and environmental themes.
With a background in ecological illustration, she has published numerous artworks and articles. Additionally, she has lectured on ecological illustration for over five years, using visual storytelling to foster environmental awareness. Eileen holds certifications in Elementary, STEM, and Environmental Education and is pursuing her IB (DP) Educator Certificate. She earned a Master’s in Environmental Management from the University of Queensland and previously worked as a researcher and science educator. She received the “EE 30 Under 30” award for leadership in Environmental Education.
Outside the classroom, Eileen enjoys playing guitar, skateboarding, swimming, and horseback riding. She and her husband share a love for animals and care for more than 30 pets—mostly reptiles—at home. Some of those pets have visited our classrooms and joined us at Dragon Camps in the summer!

Celine Fournier MYP Art/Head of Department: Arts

Celine Fournier MYP Art/Head of Department: Arts

Celine Fournier joined the KAS community in 2021 and is teaching IB MYP Visual Art. She has a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a focus on painting and animation. She completed her MPhil in Arts, Creativity, and Education at the University of Cambridge with Distinction and received a "Best Dissertation Award". She is certified in Pre-K to 12 Art and TESOL. She is also trained in MYP Visual Art and Design. Passionate about art and education, she worked as an Education Assistant at the Chicago Artists Coalition where she participated in curriculum planning and management for emerging artists. Celine is also a visual artist who paints fragments of her everyday life and constructs them into irregular-shaped self-portraits. Her works have been exhibited in various art fairs and galleries around Taiwan and the USA. In her leisure time, Celine enjoys strolling in nature, working on paintings and ceramics, as well as visiting art museums and galleries. As a KAS alumna, she is thrilled to be back!

Natalie Souchon MYP/DP Art

Natalie Souchon MYP/DP Art

Natalie returned to Kaohsiung after several years of teaching in Taiwan, China, South Africa and Japan. She hails from South Africa and is a certified Middle and High School Art teacher with a passion for IB Visual Arts education. She also has a strong background in ESL teaching to school students of all ages. Natalie has worked at KAS in the Elementary and Middle Art Department, and in the DP and MYP Art Department. Natalie holds a BA (Honours) in Fine Arts from the University of South Africa, a PGCE from the University of Witwatersrand, and an MA in History from the Open University, UK with a research focus on Japanese art. Natalie is a member of the Botanical Art Association of South Africa. She also has a keen interest in the study and preservation of Thangka painting through her association with Tsering Art School in Kathmandu, Nepal. She enjoys painting and gardening in her free time.

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