Learning to draw opens up endless possibilities and easily helps students branch off into other art forms. Although it is a myth, society and peers often see realistic drawing as the gold standard in whether a person is considered an artist or not. Having said that, learning to draw realistically does build artistic confidence.

 

Before Instruction: Student sample, age 7

After Instruction: Student sample, age 7

This class is for students who are beginning their artistic journey. No previous experience required. The photo above shows how one student improved her ability to draw bumble bees in one lesson.

Student sample, age 8

This horse was originally drawn upside down. Drawing upside down helps students access the right hemisphere of their brain, which makes drawing much easier.

Student sample, age 11

We also provide a rich art education by teaching our students, color theory, art history and vocabulary. Students are taught not only realistic drawing but different types of drawing as seen in the abstract flower above. This helps students understand that not all drawings are realistic and that we can always change our mistakes into an abstract work of art.

Fall Class Schedule:
Day: Thursday
Time: 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Classes run from September 8, 2011 - May 31, 2012
OR
Day: Saturday
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Classes run from September 17, 2011 - May 26, 2012 (Note: Sept. cost for this class is pro-rated. Please contact for more information)

January Class Schedule:
Day: Monday
Time 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Classes run from January 9, 2012 - May 28, 2012
Now taking registration for this class.
OR
January Class Schedule:
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Classes run from January 4, 2012 - May 23, 2012
Now taking registration for this class.
Cost:
$25. registration fee
$25. material fee (students receive a sketchbook and all materials needed for each class are provided)
$110 per month includes GST.
Ages: 7 and up

This class is for students who have taken one full year of weekly art classes. However, in some instances, students will be accepted if they have had prior art experience or are older. Please inquire.

Student sample, age 9

Student sample, age 10

Day: Wednesday
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Classes run from September 7, 2011 - May 29, 2012.
Cost:
$25. registration fee
$25. material fee (students receive a sketchbook and all materials needed for each class are provided)
$110 per month includes most materials needed for the full year and GST.
Ages: 7 and up

Student sample, age 12

This class is for students who have taken two or more full years of weekly art classes. However, in some instances, students will be accepted if they have had prior art experience or are older. Please inquire.

Student sample, age 13

Day: Tuesday
Time: 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Classes run from September 6, 2011 - May 29, 2012.
Cost:
$25. registration fee
$25. material fee (students receive a sketchbook and all materials needed for each class are provided)
$110 per month includes most materials needed for the full year and GST.
Ages: 7 and up

Student sample, age 5

This class is for children who are 5-6 years old. Children will be introduced to learning the skill of drawing. Using a sequential method and a variety of media students will create sophisticated artwork while enjoying the creative process. This class improves focus, motor skills, listening skills, direction following and is fun!

5 year old artist Bennett, at his first art exhibit

NOTE: This class is also a great time out for moms because we are located right next door to Coffee 'n' S'cream which is a wonderful coffee shop that offers a large, sound proof, 'Gymboree' type space for children.

January Class Schedule:

Day: Monday
Time: 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Classes run from January 9, 2012 - May 28, 2012.
Cost:
$25. registration fee
$25. material fee (students receive a sketchbook and all materials needed for each class are provided)
$110 per month includes GST.
Ages: 5-6

We are very excited to offer a sculpting class which will provide students with many new sculpting techniques. Projects include assemblage, paper mache, mask making, relief sculpture, and much more! Whether a student is skilled at sculpture already or new to the 3-D world, this class will have you and your child creating with confidence in no time. Please note that this is not a craft class. Students are taught sculpting vocabulary and the step-by-step process that is involved when professional artists create sculptures.

Day: Monday
Date: February 6 – May 28, 2012
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m
Cost:
$25 registration fee
$120 per month includes GST and material/project fees (NOTE: Any unused material fee is returned to parents in May)
Ages: 8 and up