Youth Workshops

Drums Around the World Ages 8-12

Join in on the fun and experience of the root of where all music sprouted. Students will get a chance to play together in a relaxed setting while understanding the different dynamics of a drum circle (loud vs soft, fast tempo vs slow tempo, variations of patterns, etc). World rhythms will be discussed and demonstrated, such as African and Latin beats, while the children will also have space to create his or her own patterns. Percussive instruments will be provided or bring your own. We will even experiment with making our own instrument.

Mon April 16– May 14 4:30-6:15pm $125/members $115 5wks Alix Paul

Print and Transfer Magic Ages 5-9

This class will be very informative with techniques of transferring images with different mediums. We will collect our favorite images and create transfers to manipulate into an amazing unique work of art. Simple materials such as clear packing tape, gel medium, transfer markers and mint oil can open opportunities for diverse outcomes.

Mon April 16– May 14 4:30-6:15pm $125/members $118 5wks Kelly Lock

Drawing in Multiple Mediums Ages 8-12

Drawing is a means to an end, the start of any masterpiece, the master plan. Students will work with varied drawing media including pencil, ink, charcoal and conte crayon. Starting with the basics in contour drawing, value studies, composition, and design theory, students will learn multiple techniques in the numerous mediums while building upon skills of observational drawing and still life as well as pulling from imagination. Beginner’s and up. Can be repeated.

Mon April 16– May 14 4:30-6:15pm $125/members $118 5wks Donna Hurwitz

Oil Painting for Beginners and Beyond Ages 8-12

We’ll explore various oil painting techniques working from Still Life and Photographs. Learn techniques of applying paints, mediums and gamsol while you develop your skill at composition, color usage, color mixing and use of light and shadow. A supply list to be purchased will be given. Open Studio atmosphere.

Tues April 17-May 15 4:30–6:15pm $125/members $115 5 wks Donna Hurwitz

Music and Movement Boogie Woogie Ages 4-7

Exploring the relationship between music and movement through various activities, using the outdoors for room to move, children will be challenged to listen carefully to rhythm and volume as well as lyrics in engaging games. The music will include old favorites and originals with an acoustic guitar. The classes always end with a jam session!

Tues April 17-May 15 4:30–6pm $90/members $85 Juli Cosack

Beginner’s Level Stained Glass Ages 10+

This beginner’s level stained glass workshop will introduce you to the skills needed to create amazing works of art with this versatile medium. Perfect your skills at glass cutting, soldering, utilizing patterns, color usage, framing, and more. Each element of the class will be thoroughly explored to fulfill your desire to create and express yourself with the beauty of stained glass. Materials fee $25 payable at class

Tues April 17-May 15  4:30–6:15pm $125/members $115 Kelly Lock

Fun and FUNctional Paper Mache Art Ages 9-14

Paper Mache artist Oz Freedgood will introduce you to all of the everyday objects that are made through this widely used technique. Use your imagination to create useful and decorative items out of recycled objects such as plastic bottles, cardboard boxes, and newspaper. The finished items will include bowls or plates, refrigerator magnets, masks, and sculptures.

Wed April 18-May 16 4:30-6:15pm $125/members $115 5 wks Oz Freedgood

Exploring an Inner Structure with Wire Ages 12-16

We will create sculptural art using wire and solder to transform wire into something special from the inside out. This is a diverse material where the students will learn different ways to support or hang their final masterpieces of wire art. We will be concentrating on the inner structure of something they enjoy as much from the outside as they do on the inside, mastering the use of  wire, solder, soldering irons, flux and scrap wood along the way.

Wed April 18-May 16  4:30-6:15pm $125/members $115 5wks Kelly Lock

Drums Around the World Ages Kind-8

Join in on the fun and experience of the root of where all music sprouted. Students will get a chance to play together in a relaxed setting while understanding the different dynamics of a drum circle (loud vs soft, fast tempo vs slow tempo, variations of patterns, etc). World rhythms will be discussed and demonstrated, such as African and Latin beats, while the children will also have space to create his or her own patterns. We will even experiment with making our own instrument.

Wed April 18-May 16  4:30-6:15pm $125/members $115 5wks Alix Paul

Mommy/Daddy and Me! Ages 2-6

Together with a grown up buddy explore music with dancing games and fun outdoor (weather permitting) activities! We explore volume, tempo and most of all we have fun! Grown ups will recognize some tunes from familiar artists like the Beatles and Bob Marley, mixed in with favorite children’s songs and many original songs and games. We’ll also enjoy musical story time and a jam session as part of the fun!

Sat April 21-May 19 10am-11:30pm $90/members $85 5wks Juli Cosack

Paint to the Music! Ages 4-6

We learn new songs and styles of music and then explore the way it influences our projects. A combination of live music and recorded music as well as painting and drawing. It will be an active way to learn about new styles of music and be involved in creating music as well as a different works of art. The classes always end with a jam session!

Sat April 21-May 19 12:15-1:45pm $90/members $85 5wks Juli Cosack

Art in the Park

Summer Camps 2012

June 25 though August 10

Something for Everyone!

Ages 4 to 16+

Stained Glass, Drum Circle, Pottery, Marionettes,

Mask Making, Paper Mache and More!

Full Schedule Here