Spring Children’s and Teen Programs
SPRING ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN, PRE-TEEN AND TEEN
The Varley Art Gallery is committed to offering quality art education to kids of all ages, levels and interests. If your child has expressed an interest in the visual and applied arts, let them explore their creativity with one of our engaging and professionally designed and instructed art classes, held in a warm, welcoming and inspiring setting. Registration starts on Wednesday, February 17, 2010.
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For more information, call 905-477-9511 ext. 221. For program inquiries, please email us at iofficers@markham.ca |
ELEMENTS OF ART & DESIGN 7-10 years
Would you like to challenge your children to explore their creativity in a fun and creative environment? Our professional artist/instructor will introduce your children to the principles and elements of colour and design, whilst encouraging self-expression and experimentation. Children will build on this knowledge and explore drawing, watercolour and acrylic painting, printmaking, clay & multi-media sculpture. These art fundamentals are essential in developing both observation, spatial skills and co-ordination. Classes will also include visits into the Gallery where the kids will be inspired by the masters of Canadian art. At the end of the term, kids will be proud to show off their work in their own in-class Art Show! All materials provided.
SCULPTURE & DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS 8-12 years
Designed for children who have had some previous art class experience. Would you like to challenge your children to explore their creativity in a fun and creative environment? Our professional artist/instructor will introduce your children to the principles and elements of colour and design, whilst encouraging self-expression and experimentation. At the end of the term, kids will be proud to show off their work in their own in-class Art Show! All materials provided.
START with ART
4 – 5 years
Bring your creative geniuses to the gallery and harness their energy and imagination in a positive and encouraging environment. Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of colour and imagination through drawing, painting and sculpting projects. Focus will be on the fundamentals of art, colour mixing and brushwork. All materials provided.
YOUNG ART MASTERS 5-6 years
The perfect way to whet your young ones’ creative appetite. Art allows children to express their ideas and concepts visually, and leads to a balance in development. Children are encouraged to engage in both traditional and non-traditional art projects in a variety of media, and explore their diverse roots and experiences through art. No experience required but come with an open mind! All materials provided.Bring your creative geniuses to the gallery and harness their energy and imagination in a positive and encouraging environment. Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of colour and imagination through drawing, painting and sculpting projects. Focus will be on the fundamentals of art, colour mixing and brushwork.
MIXED MEDIA FOR MINI ARTISTS 4-6 years
If your little one has shown an eye for colour and loves to get his or hands messy, this is the perfect class to start their artistic journey. Kids will learn about a variety of media; printmaking, pastels, paint and more! It is never too early for your child to explore their creative side, and improve their spatial, observation and self-expression All materials provided.
DRAWING FOR PRE-TEENS 8-12 years
Learn to express yourself through different drawing techniques and a variety of subjects with our professional and experienced art instructor. Explore design, pattern, form, and more. This course can be a great foundation for other art courses and also a perfect exercise to build your portfolio or prepare for art school entry exams. No previous art experience required. All materials provided. Classes are based at the McKay Art Centre, formerly Fred Varley’s studio.
PORTFOLIO CREATION 13 – 17 years old
This course will give art students the opportunity to develop the necessary skills for producing a winning portfolio! Students will create works in a variety of media, covering a wide range of art techniques. Both the elements and principles of design will be explored in order to encourage growth through self-critique, creativity, technical skills and visual problem solving. All materials provided. Classes are based at the McKay Art Centre with an opportunity to study the Gallery’s collection.
| ART CLASS | AGES | DURATION | DAY | SESSION DATE | TIME | SITE | COST | SIZE | INSTRUCTOR | CODE |
| Elements of Art & Design | 7 to 10 | 10 wks/20 hrs | Sat. | Mar. 27 – Jun. 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | VAG | $144 | 20 | Lisa Fong | 170333 |
| Sculpture and Design Fundamentals | 8 to 12 | 10 wks/20 hrs | Sat. | Mar. 27 – Jun. 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | VAG | $144 | 20 | Lisa Fong | 170334 |
| Start with ART | 4 to 5 | 10 wks/20 hrs | Sat. | Mar. 27 – Jun. 12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | MAC | $144 | 15 | Andy Torani | 170335 |
| Young Art Masters | 5 to 6 | 10 wks/20 hrs | Sat. | Mar. 27 – Jun. 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | MAC | $144 | 15 | Andy Torani | 170336 |
| Mixed Media for Mini-Artists | 4 to 6 | 10 wks/20 hrs | Sun. | Mar. 28 – Jun. 13 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | MAC | $144 | 15 | Marta Kotynia | 170337 |
| Drawing for Pre-Teens | 8 to 12 | 8 wks/ 20 hrs | Tues. | Apr. 6 – May 25 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | MAC | $144 | 12 | Sarka Buchl-Stephenson | 170338 |
| Portfolio Creation | 13-17 | 8 wks/ 20 hrs | Wed | Apr. 7 – May 26 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | MAC | $144 | 12 | Sue DiGioachinno | 170339 |
