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Waldorfish

Recommended Ages

1st-8th Grades

Waldorfish is an online art program inspired by Waldorf education that teaches drawing, painting, form, and sometimes geometry through gentle, step-by-step video lessons. Courses often incorporate nature, seasons, and story imagery, inviting students to work with high-quality materials like watercolor and block crayons. Created by experienced Waldorf teachers and artists, Waldorfish aims to bring the depth of Waldorf-style art to homeschoolers and alternative schools worldwide. Parents appreciate the calm pacing, emphasis on process over perfection, and the way lessons support focus and mindfulness. It’s a strong fit for elementary through high school students who enjoy slow, meditative art-making. High-quality supplies and course fees can add up, but families often reuse videos with multiple children and revisit lessons, increasing value. For best results, set aside uninterrupted, screen-free time while kids follow the videos, pausing as needed rather than rushing to finish.

Families following or drawn to Waldorf pedagogy and children who enjoy quiet, meditative art and story‑rich, seasonal projects, typically in grades 1–8.

Pros

Waldorf‑inspired online art courses with gentle, high‑quality video instruction in painting, drawing, and form—reviewed by Waldorf homeschoolers as making authentic Waldorf art finally doable at home without in‑person classes.

Cons

Requires specific art supplies (block crayons, quality watercolor paints, good paper) and a willingness to embrace slower, process‑oriented lessons; the soft, nature‑based aesthetic may not appeal to kids who prefer bold, graphic styles.

Families usually pay out‑of‑pocket, though some charter programs that allow à‑la‑carte online curricula will reimburse Waldorfish purchases; policies vary by school and state.

Prices range from $15.30-$27

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Waldorfish Mission

Waldorfish’s mission is to make Waldorf-inspired art and form drawing feel doable, joyful, and richly nourishing for both homeschoolers and classroom teachers. Through video-based courses led by trained Waldorf educators, the program breaks down painting, drawing, and chalkboard art into clear, bite-sized lessons so that even non-artsy parents can bring soulful, developmentally aligned art into their children’s education without overwhelm. [oai_citation:13‡Homeschool Curriculum from Waldorfish!](https://waldorfish.com/new-here?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Waldorfish Story

Waldorfish began in 2012 when Waldorf teachers Robyn Beaufoy (Wolfe) and Brian Wolfe noticed that many educators—especially homeschoolers and those in remote areas—felt intimidated by the art components of Waldorf education. They started recording simple, step-by-step video lessons to show colleagues how to approach block crayons, watercolor, and chalk, initially sharing them with a small circle of families and schools. Word spread quickly, and Waldorfish grew into a global online art school with full-year programs, live support, and additional instructors, all designed to honor Waldorf principles while fitting into the messy realities of home education. [oai_citation:14‡Homeschool Curriculum from Waldorfish!](https://waldorfish.com/new-here?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

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FAQ: Additional Details about Waldorfish

Imagine dimming the lights a bit, laying out thick watercolor paper, beeswax crayons, and jars of paint, and pressing play as a calm instructor guides your child through slow brushstrokes or curved‑line exercises while the smell of wet paper and beeswax fills the room and finished pieces dry on a nearby rack.

Waldorfish offers online, Waldorf‑inspired art courses that teach core skills like wet‑on‑wet watercolor, chalk drawing, and form drawing through pre‑recorded video lessons. Families enroll in a course or membership, gather a short list of art supplies, and then follow along with one or two lessons each week as part of their main lesson block or as a dedicated art time.

Parents often watch lessons with younger children, help with setup and clean‑up, and sometimes paint alongside their kids; older students may follow videos independently while caregivers simply handle materials and scheduling.

No prior art experience is needed, though children should be developmentally ready to follow multi‑step directions and manage materials; courses are organized by grade to roughly align with Waldorf scope and sequence.

Waldorfish art courses emphasize slow, meditative drawing and painting, which can be calming for anxious, autistic, and sensitive kids. Expectations can be flexed easily, making it possible for ADHD and fine‑motor‑challenged learners to participate at their own level without comparison.

Waldorfish focuses on gentle, step-by-step art and nature journaling using mediums like watercolor and chalk, allowing families to create calming, rhythmic art sessions tailored to a child’s sensory preferences.

Refund terms can vary by course or bundle, so families should check Waldorfish’s current policies, but in general digital art classes are treated as non‑refundable once accessed.

Not a fit for families who want fast, cartoon‑style projects, extremely low‑prep “five‑minute” crafts, or those uncomfortable with Waldorf’s spiritual language and imagery.

Alternatives include Deep Space Sparkle, Art for Kids Hub, Art History Kids, and more traditional fine‑art curricula like Artistic Pursuits.

Waldorfish continues to add new grade‑level courses, foundations classes, and blog content, and has been refining its offerings to be both open‑and‑go and Waldorf‑faithful for busy homeschoolers.

Batch‑prep paper and paints at the start of the week and treat Waldorfish as a cozy rhythm—perhaps a weekly “art morning” with tea and music—rather than something squeezed between other subjects.

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Meet Robyn and Brian

Co-founders Robyn Beaufoy and Brian Wolfe are experienced Waldorf teachers and artists who have spent more than two decades teaching in both classrooms and homeschools. Robyn, Waldorfish’s CEO, holds an M.A. in education and Waldorf teacher certification; she has taught across the grades, mentored teachers, homeschooled her own children, and now designs much of Waldorfish’s curriculum and instructor training. Brian brings a deep background in visual arts and years of experience teaching chalk drawing, watercolor, and block crayon techniques, helping families worldwide feel confident leading beautiful, developmentally attuned art lessons at home. [oai_citation:15‡Homeschool Curriculum from Waldorfish!](https://waldorfish.com/blog/whatisweeklyartfoundations?utm_source=chatgpt.com)