2015 Spring Art Classes at the Varley

Children, Pre-teen, and TeenProgram List 2015

SPRING ART CLASSES

VarleyArt Galleryof Markham216 Main Street Unionville Markham, ON L3R 2H1

HOW TO REGISTER

The Varley Art Gallery offers fun, educational and enriching summer camps to engage your child’s imagination! Children, pre-teens, and teens ages 4-18 will have the opportunity to express how they see the world around them through gallery visits and a variety of art-making activities, using a variety of techniques and media.

1 Online via EZ Reg https://econnect.markham.ca/Start/Start.asp

2 Call for FAST TRACK (905) 475-4867 Follow voice prompts

3 Fax your completed registration form Registration form found at most community centres (905) 479-7767

Our Varley Art Gallery Members receive a 10% discount on art camps and classes. Register and save today!

MEMBERSHIP

Registration for Spring Art Classes begins February 18 for residents

CANCELLATION POLICYAll cancellation requests must be recieved in writing 5 days prior to the first day of the session to recieve a full credit or refund.

NON RESIDENTSNon-residents incur a $10 fee for all programs. Registration begins February 24.

VarleyGallery | varleygallery.ca905.477.7000 ext. 3261

[email protected]

GALLERY INFORMATIONSpring Art Classes

Information for 2015

CLASS LOCATIONSVAG Varley Art Gallery MAC McKay Art Centre CCC Cornell Community Centre

RESCHEDULED CLASSESPlease note there are no classes on Easter weekend (Sat. April 3 & Sun. April 4) and no classes on the Unionville Festival weekend (Sat. June 6 & Sun. June 7). Saturday classes will end June 13, and Sunday classes will end June 14. Wednesday classes for Adapted Services are also rescheduled for the The Varley Fine Art Auction event held on May 13.

Spring Art Classes

GALLERY INFORMATION VarleyGallery | varleygallery.ca905.477.7000 ext. 3261 [email protected]

Children, Pre-teen, and Teen Program List 2015

Adapted Services Ages 7 to 12 years

Art Therapy - ASD: Ages 7-9 | VAG | Tuesdays Apr 7 - May 26 | 4 - 5 p.m. This course offers children with Autism Spectrum Disorders a safe and supportive environment for creative growth. Through drawing, painting and sculpting, children will have the opportunity to express themselves, use imaginative thinking, stimulate developmental growth and gain social skills. They will work independently as well as collaboratively on art projects. Art projects will be based on goals set in the initial meeting between participants and art therapist. All materials provided.Barcode: 257924 Cost: $80.00

Art Therapy - ADHD/ADD: Ages 7-9 | VAG | Wednesdays Apr 8 - Jun 3 | 4 - 5 p.m. This course offers children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) a structured and creative environment for artistic expression. Through individual and collaborative art making, children will practise social skills, deepen relationships with others and correct attention and impulsivity issues. There will be an initial meeting between Art Therapist and participants prior to the course. All materials provided. Barcode: 257926 Cost: $80.00

Art Therapy - ASD: Ages 10-12 | VAG | Tuesdays Apr 7 - May 26 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. This course offers children with Autism Spectrum Disorders a safe and supportive environment for creative growth. Through drawing, painting and sculpting, children will have the opportunity to express themselves, use imaginative thinking, stimulate developmental growth and gain social skills. They will work independently as well as collaboratively on art projects. Art projects will be based on goals set in the initial meeting between participants and art therapist. All materials provided.Barcode: 257925 Cost: $80.00

Art Therapy - ADHD/ADD: Ages 10-12 | VAG | Wednesdays Apr 8 - Jun 3 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. This course offers children with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) a structured and creative environment for artistic expression. Through individual and collaborative art making, children will practise social skills, deepen relationships with others and correct attention and impulsivity issues. There will be an initial meeting between Art Therapist and participants prior to the course. All materials provided. Barcode: 257927 Cost: $80.00

Please note there are no classes on Wednesday, May 13th due to The Varley Fine Art Auction. The Adapted Services classes are rescheduled accordingly

Holiday Programs Ages 5 - 12 years

Easter Egg-citement at the Varley: Ages 5-10 | VAG | Sunday, March 29 | 1 - 4 p.m. Easter marks the beginning of spring and the end of winter! Children will make their own Easter-themed artwork and decor! We’ll end of the afternoon with a good old-fashioned Easter Egg hunt in the gallery, where kids will keep all the goodies they find! All materials included.Barcode: 257936 Cost: $18.00

PA Day Extravaganza - English: Ages 6-12 | VAG | Friday, June 5 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Students will participate in a full day mixed media art workshop. The art adventures begin with exhibition in-spired projects in painting, drawing and sculpture creations both morning and afternoon. All materials included. Please bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Program is from 9am-4pm; extended care is included from 8-9am and 4-6pm. All materials included. Barcode: 261011 Cost: $53.00

Spring Art Classes


PA Day Extravaganza - French: Ages 6-12 | VAG | Friday, June 5 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. A full day of art making in French! Students will participate in a full day mixed media art workshop. The art adventures begin with exhibition inspired projects in painting, drawing and sculpture creations both morning and afternoon. All materials included. Please bring a nut-free snack and lunch. Program is from 9am-4pm; extended care is included from 8-9am and 4-6pm. Barcode: 261026 Cost: $53.00


Children’s Programs Ages 4 - 12 years

Elements of Art & Design: Ages 7-10 | VAG | Saturdays Mar 28 - June 13 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.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.Barcode: 257928 Cost: $162.00

Spring Art Classes


Sculpture & Design Fundamentals: Ages 8-12 | VAG | Saturdays Mar 28 - June 13 | 1 - 3 p.m.For the intermediate student, kids will take their knowledge of colour and design principles to the next level. More challenging and designed specially for the curious and tactile child, this class will explore the wonderful world of three-dimensional art! Classes will focus on sculpture creation from a variety of media including clay, recyclable materials, paper and everyday objects. Projects emphasize creative thinking and exploration of materials while developing additive and subtractive sculpting techniques, building skills and improvement of co-ordination. All materials provided; additional $10 cost of glazing and kiln-firing payable at time of registration.Barcode: 257929 Cost: $162.00

StART with ART: Ages 4-5 | MAC | Saturdays Mar 28 - June 13 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bring your creative geniuses to the gallery and harness their energy and imagination in a positive and encour-aging environment. Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of colour and imagination through draw-ing, painting and sculpting projects. Focus will be on the fundamentals of art, colour mixing and brushwork. Barcode: 257930 Cost: $162.00

Young Art Masters: Ages 5-6 | MAC | Saturdays Mar 28 - June 13 | 1 - 3 p.m. The perfect way to whet your young ones’ creative appetite. Art allows children to express their ideas and con-cepts 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.Barcode: 257931 Cost: $162.00

Mixed Media for Mini Artists: Ages 4-6 | VAG | Sundays Mar 29 - June 14 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. If your little one has shown an eye for colour and loves to get his or her hands messy, this is the perfect class to start their artistic journey. Kids will learn about a variety of media; printimaking, 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. Kids will enjoy interactive tours of the current exhibitions at the gallery and be inspired by original works of art. All materials provided.Barcode: 257932 Cost: $162.00

Please note there are no classes on Easter weekend (Sat. April 3 & Sun. April 4) and no classes on the Unionville Festival weekend (Sat. June 6 & Sun. June 7). Saturday classes will end June 13, and Sunday classes will end June 14.


Pre-Teen and Teen Ages 8 - 18 years

Spring Art Classes


Drawing for Pre-Teens: Ages 8-12 | MAC | Tuesdays Apr 7 - May 26 | 4 - 6:30 p.m. Express yourself through learning different drawing techniques, using a variety of subjects. Explore cartooning, gesture drawing, design, perspective and more with our professional artist. This course can be a great founda-tion for other art making courses and also a perfect exercise to build up your portfolio or prepare for art school entry exams. No art experience required. All materials provided. Barcode: 257933 Cost: $162.00

Building your Portfolio for Pre-teens: Ages 11-14 | MAC | Wednesdays Apr 8 - May 27 | 4 - 6:30 p.m. This studio instruction class is designed to improve the student’s technical skills and artistic knowledge to build a strong art portfolio. The course will focus on the basics of drawing such as comparative sight training and incorporate the study of perspective, shading, composition and color theory. Students will learn to render using a variety of media, while developing their own personal style. Different approaches to art will be incorporated including representational and expressive art. The class includes discussion and trips to the gallery to learn through interacting with the artwork in the current exhibitions. All students are welcome, whether you are a beginner pursuing art as a form of recreation and an outlet for self expression or are looking to improve your body of artwork for art school submission. Most materials included. Barcode: 257934 Cost: $162.00

Portfolio Creation: Ages 14-18 | MAC | Thursdays Apr 9 - May 28 | 4 - 6:30 p.m. 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. This course will provide an opportunity for High School students, seeking to apply for art schools to develop the necessary skills for producing a winning portfolio! Students will work from their creative imagination, still life or images, meaningful to them, using various media to explore colour, perspective and composition. Individual and group critique will assist with the refinements of their creative process, technical application and visual problem solving. Most materials provided. Barcode: 257935 Cost: $162.00

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