Christian Art & Design
Homeschool Curriculum
Get started on a brand-new journey in art and design education that blends creativity, faith, and family.
Comprehensive K-12 Biblical-Based Art and Design Curriculum
Dive into a robust, integrated learning experience with our comprehensive K-12 curriculum designed around biblical principles. Made Makers provides a structured yet flexible approach to art and design, ensuring each student receives a well-rounded education grounded in Christian values.
Subscription-Based Online Streaming Platform
Get immediate access to all educational materials through our easy-to-use, subscription-based online streaming platform. From day one, families gain unlimited access to the entire curriculum. Every grade, every show and all future content. One price for your whole family.
Little Makers (K-2nd Grade)
At this foundational stage, we focus on sparking curiosity and wonder in our youngest learners. Through playful exploration and guided activities, Little Makers begin to discover their creative abilities, learning basic artistic skills and the joy of expressing themselves with an eye towards serving and loving others in the process.
Junior Makers (3rd-5th Grade)
As children grow, so does their capacity for more structured learning. Junior Makers dive deeper into various artistic techniques and mediums, learning to appreciate the beauty of God’s creation and how they can mirror that beauty in their work themselves with an eye towards serving and loving others in the process.
Mid-Makers (6th-8th Grade)
During these formative years, Mid-Makers start to refine their skills and explore more complex concepts in art and design. They are encouraged to think critically and creatively, understanding the role of their faith in their creative process and how their work can serve as a testimony to God’s greatness.
Rising Makers (9th-12th Grade)
In the final stages of their education, Rising Makers are equipped with advanced skills and knowledge, preparing them for future academic and professional pursuits. They are challenged to create with intentionality and excellence, recognizing their responsibility as stewards of God’s gifts. They come to understand how their art can influence and inspire others, shaping society for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom, across many spheres of influence.
Made Makers is committed to coming alongside parents as you lead, nurture, and teach your children. Our Christ-centered K-12 art and design curriculum uniquely integrates biblical truths with structured learning, engaging both intellect and creativity. Designed to complement your child’s education, Made Makers fosters faith-filled, dynamic learning to shape the next generation of Kingdom builders.
Beyond our curriculum, Made Makers offers rich, family-oriented content filled with educational and entertaining experiences that uplift and nourish your home.
What you can expect
Affordability Without Compromise
We keep our costs low without compromising on quality because we believe strongly in our mission to make quality Christian art education accessible to all.
Integrative Learning
Made Makers doesn’t just teach art — it integrates with other subjects, enriching your child’s overall educational experience. You might even find yourself joining in!
Flexible Learning that Grows with Your Child
Our curriculum adapts to the developmental stages of your child, ensuring relevance and engagement from their first lesson to their last.
Educational Excellence
Our teaching methods are grounded in proven educational practices developed by experienced K-12 art educators and professors. With Made Makers, students learn to excel in art from the very best.
A Worldview that Sees Beauty Everywhere
The entire world is teaming with life, designed by God, and His creative hand shapes everything in it. Our curriculum helps students see the world through this lens, appreciating both divine and human-made designs with a love for God and neighbor as self.
Accessible and Engaging Curriculum
Say goodbye to complex, uninspiring art programs that end up neglected. Made Makers is designed to fit seamlessly into your family life, your children will learn, thrive, and grow in their artistic journey while having a blast doing it.
Web-Based Streaming Platform
Stream on the web, iOS, and Android devices
Pre-recorded classes, live streams, web demos, and studio visits with various artists. Students will witness professional artists at work and gain deeper insights into the practical application of their skills. Each grade level features 17 comprehensive classes, each accompanied by a detailed parent teaching guide video and a biblical Maker Foundations video with mentorship to support you through the teaching process.
We're Fighting for Your Children's Future!
Founded by homeschooling fathers, Made Makers stands against secular influences that threaten the values we instill in our children. With expertise in fine arts, academia, business, design, storytelling, video production, and music, we are striving to reclaim and reshape education with a Christ-centered approach.
We are fighting for hearts and minds, integrating biblical faith with top-tier art and design education. As parents facing the same cultural challenges, we walk this journey with you.
Join us in building a strong foundation—rooted in biblical truth and creative excellence—so our children can not only navigate the future but transform it for God’s glory.
Moms, We See Your Hard Work!
Moms, we truly appreciate your dedication to homeschooling and managing your household. Your time is invaluable and your efforts are crucial in shaping your family’s future. At Made Makers, we honor your role and are here to support you and enhance your homeschooling journey. You’re not just raising children but nurturing the next generation of thinkers, makers, and leaders. Let us help you empower them.
You don't have to compromise
The Bible
Every lesson begins with a Bible study, using God’s Word as the foundational point from which your children will learn and create.
Christian Worldview
Each lesson is deeply rooted in the Christian worldview, offering an unapologetic integration of faith and learning.
Quality of Education
Instead of sending your kids to secular mentors, your child will learn from top-tier educators and artists who excel in their crafts and are mature and faithful followers of Jesus.
Flexibility with Time
Engage with our lessons at your own pace, diving as deep as you want to enhance understanding and enjoyment or simplify the limited time and resources you have available.
Learning Styles
Whether your child thrives on following instructions or exploring creative boundaries, our curriculum supports and directs all types of learners.
The Whole Family
No matter the ages of your children, our platform is designed for your entire family for the duration of your subscription, growing with each child.
Financial Value
Understanding the economic demands of homeschooling, our pricing ensures high quality at a low cost, reflecting God’s generosity. A monthly subscription gives access to the K-12 curriculum, plus all new family friendly content added to the Made Makers streaming platform.
Ease of Teaching
If you’re unsure about teaching art, our comprehensive parent videos and guides simplify each lesson, empowering you to teach confidently or sit back and let us do all the heavy lifting.
Engagement and Fun
Far from a dull curriculum, our lessons are crafted to engage your children no matter their age with enjoyable and informative content and lessons, ensuring students feel rewarded for their creative efforts.
Clarity for Kids and Parents
Every lesson clarifies its purpose and relevance. Children learn that God made them to make in His world, and parents will see and understand how each lesson applies broadly to life and faith under the wonderful Lordship of Christ.
Safety and Integrity
Our curriculum maintains a safe learning environment without hidden agendas, giving you peace of mind about your child’s education.
Art Appreciation and Making
Made Makers balances learning about art with hands-on creation, ensuring students appreciate art’s history and are equipped to create their works.
Art History and Contemporary Relevance
We introduce students to influential artists past and present, setting the stage for them to become the next generation of culture makers.
Art for Fun and Vocation
From enjoyable educational projects to rigorous training for aspiring professionals, whether five years old, ten years old, or 18 years old, our curriculum supports hobbyists or children using this for leisure and electives to career-oriented artists.
Meet your teacher
Ryan Lauterio, "Professor L"
Ryan is an award-winning studio artist, and educator with over 30 years of experience. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Studio Art from CSU Sacramento and an MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where he also taught for 17 years. His theological foundation was shaped by three years of pastoral training at Remnant Church, where he served as Pastor for Art and Culture (2014–2020).
As the co-founder of The Maker Institute and Made Makers Christian Art and Design Education, he integrates biblical principles into homeschool and Christian private school curricula. He and his wife, Laura, homeschool their three children in Richmond, VA, embodying the faith-driven education they promote.