Fall Classes 2009
Saturday Classes
Preschool Art Discovery (3-5 years) FULL
Preschoolers will make important discoveries as they participate in art and craft activities. Participants will experiment with a variety of mark-making techniques using a variety of different drawing materials and paints. Instruction will also include a basic introduction to colour mixing, stitchery, clay and collage. Also incorporated in this class is creative games, story telling, and group circle times for song and show and tell. 10 Saturdays . September 19 – November 21 . 11am – 12noon
Instructors: Laura Buchholz and Allison Starkes $75 includes HST and materials
Jr. Art Explorers (5 and 6 years) New dates!!
This introduction to art is designed specifically for 5 and 6 year olds. It is a mixed media class in which children work with paint, collage, print making, drawing materials and more. Basic art concepts, terms and techniques are introduced and built upon. Classes include group and individual instruction encouraging students to challenge their own level of experience. 10 Saturdays . October 3 – December 5 . 10am – 12noon Instructors: Laura Buchholz and Allison Starkes $149 includes HST and materials
Art and Craft (7-11 years) FULL!
A variety of activities are covered in this popular class for budding artists. Each week a new project is introduced under the expert guidance of professional artist instructors. In this mixed media program children work with a variety of drawing materials, use paints, learn print making, collage techniques, build sculpture, and more. Outings to nearby galleries and parks may be incorporated, weather permitting. New and returning students are welcome! 10 Saturdays . September 19 – November 21 . 1-3pm Instructors: Laura Buchholz and Allison Starkes $149 includes HST and materials
Fashion Design and Accessories (8-12 years) New addition!! See your vision through to the runway. Machine sewing is fundamental to fashion design, in this class youth will gain hands-on instruction, and learn the basics. Instruction will also cover different types of fabric, textures, drape, colour theory, design process and techniques to create and embellish their designs. At the end of the class participants will show their creations on the runway for family and friends. No previous experience required. New !! 10 Saturdays . October 3 – December 5 . 1 – 3 p.m. Instructor: Jessica Waterman $149 includes HST . Materials are extra, a list of supplies will be provided
Sunday Classes
Cartooning (9-13 years) Cartoonist Julie Whalen instructs this creative class for cartoon and comic book enthusiasts, and for those who love to draw. Increase your knowledge of cartooning and learn drawing skills as you create human and animal figures, then design environments that suit your characters. Learn techniques for portraying fun character expressions and illustrate larger then life dynamic scenes. Julie will “go out of her way to ensure students understand and absorb the concepts covered.” 10 Sundays . September 20 – November 22 . 3-5pm Instructor: Julie Whalen
$149 includes HST and materials
Sketching Out (9-13 years) This class is for drawing enthusiasts of varying backgrounds and skill levels. Students will learn about composition, tone and value using contour lines, cross hatching, shading and negative space. John Mcdonald will guide students while exploring depth using light and shadow, and introduce drawing with colour using oil pastels and watercolour. Students will use these techniques to render images from still life, create reproductions and use observational methods to create a self portrait. 10 Sundays . September 20 – November 22 . 3-5pm Instructor: John Mcdonald
$149 includes HST and materials
Tricks of the Trade (9-13 years) A great introduction to unusual performing with magician and circus performer Peter Duchemin. Students will learn the basics of juggling, coin magic, minor contortion stunts, card tricks and more as they develop a repertoire of great tricks, a performance personality, and the confidence to put on a show! Classes will include instruction, free practice, and theatre games. During the final class families and friends will be invited for an informal studio performance. 10 Sundays . September 20 – November 22 . 10am – 12noon Instructor: Peter Duchemin $149 includes HST and materials
Classes for Teens
Sketching, Painting and Pastels (13-17 years) In this course students will learn a variety of traditional and alternative techniques while working with pencil, paint (watercolour and acrylic) and oil pastels. Students will be encouraged to create new conceptual ideas while developing and sharpening their skills. This class is a great opportunity to explore a variety of mediums and an assortment of subject matter. 10 Tuesdays . September 22 – November 24 . 7-9pm Instructor: John Mcdonald
$149 includes HST and materials