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art Works

art School

art for all ages

fall winter spring

2014-2015

Art CourSeS

for AdultS & Children

Serving the West Toronto Community since 1996

A Fully Air Conditioned Facility

238 JAne STreeT (4 bloCkS norTh oF The

JAne SubWAy AT leSSArd Avenue)

ToronTo onTArio M6S 3Z1

T. 416.766.0662 F. 416.766.8641

WWW.ArTWorkSArTSChool.CoM

[email protected]

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uring our 18 years in operation, Art Works Art School has evolved and expanded its services to facilitate students of all ages, offering some of the finest and most varied art programs in the city. our new home and location has allowed us to create many exciting possibilities for our students such as exhibition opportunities in our Gallery, access to the Frank hoff Art library for research purposes, and proposals for artist-in-residence independent

studio development. volunteer opportunities are encouraged and available to high school, university and college students through our ongoing Mentoring Program. Art Works Art School extends its support to post-secondary art and design students at oCAd university by awarding two $1000 scholarships to 3rd year students. Services to our community include events hosting, open houses, family days, workshops, and we sell retail art supplies and instruction books to the public. Through our outreach Program, Art Works Art School expands its teaching capabilities to include both the public and private school communities by offering structured, integrated and diverse on-site art classes and workshops. All of our educators are fully qualified professionals with extensive experience and knowledge in their chosen discipline.

Please join us on Sunday, november 23, 2014, from 2-4 pm, award ceremony at 2:30 pm, as we proudly celebrate our 18th Annual open house and Student Awards Ceremony. There will also be an exhibition of student art work, a free drop-in Family Sunday and refreshments served.

We look forward to many more successful years of service in our community through dedication and commitment to excellence and growth.

danica loncar, director/Curator Art Works Art School & Gallery

The ontario Student Awards Foundation

Our New Charitable Status and Scholarship Fund

The ontario Student Awards Foundation, will go a long way to sharing the gift and benefits derived from an enriching art education and studio experience to a broader community reach. Gifts received by our generous donors will now be eligible for a tax receipt. if you would like to make a donation of $20 or more, please contact us at [email protected]; we thank you for your interest and support.

Cover Art:

Student: emma Munther, 12 yrs instructor: olga lysenko Program: Teen Portfolio

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art Works art School

Art Works Art School is a community based art school whose mandate is to introduce adults, teens and children to the enriching world of art in a positive, creative and healthy environment. Art Works Art School is located in the baby Point Gates biA district of Toronto, four blocks north of the Jane Subway Station between bloor and Annette Streets, bloor West village and The Junction. Parking is available on Jane Street and neighboring side streets. Art Works Art School also houses the Frank hoff library (a resource library), Art Works Art Gallery, and Art Works Art Store, where you can purchase retail art supplies. Adult Programmes offer a variety of painting and drawing classes for the beginner as well as the more experienced artist in a supportive and structured environment. Teen Programmes focus on developing technique and encouraging confidence with the medium of choice. Several of our programs focus on portfolio preparation for high school, college and university for ages 11 – 16 years.

Children’s Programmes provide art instruction for children aged

3-12 years with special emphasis on the development of visual awareness, elements of art and design, personal expression, confidence in problem solving, improved self-esteem, imagination and comfort with materials. March Break and Summer Camps We have both half day and full day programs available. March break 2015 corresponds with the TdSb/TCdSb holiday schedule and runs March 16-20, 2015 inclusive. independent school dates are corresponding. Camp ages for March break are for 3-6, 6-9 and 8-12 years. (For summer camp information, please refer to our Summer Camp Calendar.) our instructors are all qualified teachers who receive enthusiastic reviews from their students. We consistently have more than ½ of our classes filled with returning students. in addition to long term courses, Art Works seeks to involve the community through a range of art related activities, family days, lectures, workshops, art clubs, exhibitions and open houses. Volunteer Opportunities are available for high school students needing their community service hours, coop students, internships and graduates seeking to gain experience before teachers college. We offer a wide range and level of opportunities as technicians, teaching assistants, gallery assistants and administrative assistants. refer to our web site for more information.

art Works art Gallery

Art Works Art Gallery is located on the first floor of Art Works Art School. For information on or gallery, please refer to our website www.artworksartschool.com.

art Works art Store

Art Works Art Store is located on the main floor of Art Works Art School. We sell discounted art supplies to students and the public.

Administration, Gallery and Store Hours:

Monday to Saturday 9-5 pm (Fall, Winter and Spring) Summer Hours Mon-Fri 9-5 pm Saturday 10-1 pm

open house at art Works art School

Come in and view our facility and art exhibition of current student work.

Refreshments served.

DATE: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2014 TIME: 2 PM TO 4 PM STUDENT AWARD PRESENTATION AT 2:30 PM

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Family Sundays

hours: 2-4 pm

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instructor: Shoora Majedian

drop-in fee: $5.00/person or $20 per family. Call for details. (*family Sundays operate on a drop-in basis, however, it is advisable to call in advance and book your spot as space is limited.)

SepteMber 28, 2014

back to School

Hand Made School Supplies – Create your own line of

original paper weaved book covers, folders and pencil cases just in time for school; this is a cool crafty kid creation!

oCtober 26, 2014

halloween

Fine Art Lesson – Time to get spooked with this edward Gorey

Monster Pen and ink drawing Class.

Craft Project – Make your Monster with guest artist Mo irfan Aziz.

noveMber 23, 2014

oPen houSe and holiday Season

Illuminated Festive Silhouette Lanterns – learn the fine art of

silhouette making and create your own illuminated lanterns. Flicker lights included; light up your home for the holiday season!

februAry 8, 2015

valentine’s

Fine Art Lesson – Acrylic Painting lesson inspired by Salvador

dali’s ‘Meditative rose’.

Craft Project – Magic heart Gift box with guest artist Mo irfan Aziz.

MArCh 8, 2015

March break

Fine Art Lesson – A playful abstract lesson in pastel based on

the fabulously colourful world of bruce Gray.

Craft Project – Migrating Canada Goose activity with guest

artist Mo irfan Aziz.

MAy 3, 2014

Mother’s day

Message in the Bottle – design, decorate and hand paint a

beautiful bottle of any shape or design enclosed with a special hand-written letter to your mother inspired by the story of The little Prince. bring your own bottle or jar.

PA Days

PA days-Full day Camps, Mixed Ages 4 to 12

Fun studio projects introduce children to techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking. Experiment with a variety of mixed media through step-by-step projects.

pA day Atelier! instructor: Mike Goodge

time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

fee: $90.00 (includes all materials and hST) please bring 2 nut free snacks and a lunch

dates: Friday, november 14 Friday, december 5 Friday January 23 Friday, February 13 Friday, June 5 Friday, June 26

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For children, teens, and personal or corporate adult events

Are you searching for the perfect place to celebrate a Birthday, Bridal Shower, Anniversary or Corporate team building event? Why not have an ART PARTY?

birthdAy pArtieS

if your child is between the ages of 4-16 years, you can choose from this wide range of art activities: drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. For the younger child, we offer new activities: making costumes, African bean mask, paper airplane and target, puppet theatre with puppets, painting on acetate, cartoon cell painting, painted diorama with plasticine figure, plaster carving and painting, and wire sculpture. For the older pre-teen and teen we adapt some of the above activities and also offer, silkscreen printing, plaster gauze sculpture, masks or an introductory class in painting a still life or portrait in either watercolour or acrylic.

We provide 15 invitations, an inviting decorated food room (complete with streamers, non-helium balloons, tables, chairs and table cloths) as well as a fully stocked art room. you provide the food, (don’t forget cups, plates, cutlery etc.) cake and guests. The participants come away with a great activity that they have made! Save yourself some time, we can offer you

ready made loot bags! our loot bags are a healthy, sugar free alternative that lasts. inspires making and creativity! no candy, no noise makers, no junk! loot bags range from $5, $10, $15 and $20 options. this includes art materials, a nifty bag, hSt, with room for your activity and a balloon. refer to web site for details on the 7 options we have!

“Calm, creative and sugar free loot bags available! No candy or plastic whistles, just great art materials!”

Children and Teen party maximum is 16 participants (including birthday child and siblings), there is no minimum!

Parties are 2 hours long and take place on these days and times: Monday from 4pm-6pm, Saturday from 4:30-6:30pm, and Sundays from 1:30-3:30pm or 4:30-6:30pm.

Total Cost of Birthday Including HST (13%) is $289.00. Loot bags are extra.

for Adult eventS

For Adult parties, corporate functions, or team building events we offer an array of workshops from: introductory classes in drawing or painting a still life, abstract painting, painting to music, printmaking, or sculpting with clay and plaster or wire. your suggestions are also welcome. We will provide all art materials, an instructor and the space, you provide the food. our space can hold as many as 25 participants comfortably. events can be 2 or more hours in length and can take place on Monday from either 10am-1pm, 1-4pm or from 4-7pm or 7-10pm on Saturday or Sunday.

Fee Starting at $750.00 +HST

(a basic 3 hour workshop with materials we have on hand for up to 16 adults)

Cancellation policy on Special events and birthdays:

no refunds will be given 7 days prior the party date. A refund will be given minus a $100 service charge 8 days or more prior to the party date. in extenuating circumstance we may be able to rebook the event, given more than a week’s notice. loot bags are non-refundable.

faculty: biographies are on our website

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droP-in eveninG WorkShoPS

6:30 to 8:30 PM (call ahead to book your spot, spaces limited)

friday, october 3

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INTRO TO ABSTRACTION with Ghanesh Das

experiment with painting and mixed media techniques as you explore the language and concepts of abstract art. Try your hand at acrylic painting and collage techniques while you develop an image by building the surface through various types of hands-on applications.

friday, January 9

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FOCUS ON PRINT MAKING with Lauren McKinley Renzetti

delve into the world of relief and monoprinting using Styrofoam, Plexiglas and water based inks. This is an action packed workshop introducing several ways of printmaking that are fun and easy to do – it will inspire you to want to learn more!

friday, April 10

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WATERCOLOUR DIRECTIONS with Olga Battaglia

discover fun and fascinating methods in watercolour painting. learn simple to understand techniques to create unique decorative papers that can be incorporated into collage and mixed media works of art.

friday, June 19

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DRAWING with Moujan Nazmi-Ansari

learn about the fundamentals of drawing as you are

introduced to both classical and contemporary drawing techniques. Get comfortable with various drawing mediums and surfaces through short and sustained exercises designed to maximize on materials.

Workshop Series

4 WeeK SeSSionS

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fee: $190 each (materials and 13% hSt included)

reveAlinG the

renAiSSAnCe

with Srebrenka Bogovic-Zeskoski on Wednesdays from 12:30-3 pm or 7-9:30 pm

discover the secrets of the renaissance and journey through Florentine, venetian and Flemish art practices in this hands-on series exploring classical techniques and materials used by 12th & 13th century master painters, with a balance on studio practice and theory.

FALL

Manuscript Illumination: Oct 15 to Nov 5

Students are introduced to the egg tempera medium,

parchment, gilding, and application gold leaf with hands-on experience recreating a page from a medieval manuscript of choice. no experience necessary, all levels welcome.

Free Fridays!

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Icon Painting: Nov 12 to Dec 3

The student will learn about iconography, prepare a gesso panel, etch the design with a stylus and prepare their own paint while they learn about pigments. no experience necessary, all levels welcome.

WINTER

Gilding: Jan 14 to Feb 4

learn about the “language of light”, the practice and symbolism. The preparation of gold leaf paint and “shell gold” will be demonstrated. learn how to use traditional gilding tools and how to make some of your own. recipes for compo will be given (a modeling paste) and experiment making a frame or other ornaments. no experience necessary, all levels welcome.

Master Drawing Tools & Materials: Feb 11 to Mar 4

Students learn about the glazing techniques and various resins innovated by the Flemish masters to give their paintings luminosity and the famous “jewel-like” quality that identifies Flemish painting. Try your hand at developing an underpainting, and how to turn raw materials into paints.

SPRING

Fresco Arts: April 15 to May 6

high renaissance fresco painting can easily be adapted to contemporary projects such as images for a wine cellar or neighbourhood restaurant. Cartoons, transfer, pigments,

lime plaster & application. no experience necessary, all levels welcome.

MASterS of Modern Art

with Lauren McKinley Renzetti on Thursdays from 9:30-12 noon

This modern art series will encourage students to transform traditional art practices into contemporary art while theory focuses on the work of several modern masters.

FALL

Silkscreen: Oct 16 to Nov 6

Andy Warhol did it, so can you! learn to use multilayers, gradients, split fountain blends, and stencil cutting techniques on paper & fabric.

ArtRage: Nov 13 to Dec 4

learn to draw in every media, paint in watercolour and oil with a brush or palette knife; great strategies for artists wanting to join the digital era; bring your iPad & upload Artrage.

WINTER

Relief Printmaking; Jan 15 to Feb 5

Students use a variety of materials like Styrofoam, softoleum, and linoleum and create single stamps, overprints, reduction prints, perfect registration and collagraphs.

Sculpture Assemblage: Feb 12 to Mar 5

All is possible in contemporary sculpture; learn about adhesives, attaching and use of materials.

SPRING

Clay Casting & Carving: April 16 to May 7

Materials include wood, Styrofoam and plaster; learn carving, shaping, hand building, modelling, textures, armatures and low relief

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Adult Programs

ClASSeS liSted by dAy of WeeK in order of tiMe note: There are no classes April 3-6 and May 16-18 due to statutory

holidays.

All proGrAM feeS inClude 13% hSt.

fall: october 14 to december 2

Winter: January 13 to March 3

Spring: April 14 to June 2

**leArn to drAW (beGinner) *CC**

Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$340 instructor: Moujan Nazmi-Ansari This step-by-step course is ideal for the complete beginner. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of drawing and technique including gesture, contour, tonal values, perspective and foreshortening. This is an excellent introduction to portraiture, landscape, still life, composition and development of tonal depth. Classes will include a variety of short exercises and longer more developed drawings.

oil & ACryliC pAintinG

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 12:30-3 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Moujan Nazmi-Ansari FWorking from a variety of subjects, students will explore the versatile medium of acrylic or oil painting. Composition and rendering skills will be emphasized and color theory will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to use color descriptively and expressively and to have fun while creating images from a variety of subject matter.

Modern MASterS: AbStrACt pAintinG

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 12:30-3 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti From impressionism, Constructivism, Cubism, Surrealism, expressionism dadaism, op Art, Colour Field, to Minimalism all sit under that large umbrella called non-representational or Abstract Art. in this course investigate and create works based on many different genres. learn a wide variety of techniques using a plethora of tools and surfaces to achieve depth, mood, form, space and texture. learn how to develop your own colour palette and subject matter through colour and composition exercises. each term includes at least one printmaking technique. FALL: value, mood & depth (impressionism)

WINTER: Collage and Mixed Media (Cubism) SPRING: inclusions &

Texture along with one sculpture project (Minimalism).

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life drAWinG & pAintinG

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 12:30-3:30 pm Fee:$384 (Model Fee Separate) instructor: Marija Barac-Jandric

explore the human figure while working with a live model. The focus of this course is on different ways to capture form, movement and expression through short gestures, longer and sustained poses. Aspects of anatomy, skeletal and musculature will be covered as well as some portraiture. This course is ideal for students wanting to strengthen observational skills, and pursue figurative painting, portraiture, fashion illustration or animation.

oil & ACryliC pAintinG

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 7-9:30 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Moujan Nazmi-Ansari Working from a variety of subjects, students will explore the versatile medium of acrylic or oil painting. Composition and rendering skills will be emphasized and color theory will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to use color descriptively and expressively and to have fun while creating images from a variety of subject matter.

lAndSCApe pAintinG

(beginner-intermediate) *el

Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$340 instructor: Jane Mikas

in this course you’ll learn the principles of designing a working composition and creating balance through use of colour, shape and texture. learn to portray distant mountains, paint clouds, mist, water, stones, trees etc. Mix and apply colour confidently using mediums such as pen and ink, watercolour, pastel, acrylic and oils. Working from photographs or outdoors (weather permitting) we will practice several techniques used in landscape painting.

portrAitS in pAStel & pAint

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$340 instructor: Olga Battaglia explore the fascinating world of portraiture. This course is designed for the absolute beginner. Simple approaches will be demonstrated in a step-by-step format. We will focus on basic drawing techniques, human anatomy, composition, colour strategies, and the psychological aspect of the genre. Students will acquire the fundamental skills and techniques to conquer portraiture drawing in chalk pastels or in different paint mediums. learn how to create a likeness and develop the unique attributes of your sitter.

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WAterColour

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 12:30-3 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Olga Battaglia

in this step by step approach to colour theory and painting, students will explore the watercolour medium. building from a series of exercises in colour mixing, brushwork, glazes and washes, and learning dry brush and wet-on-wet technique, students will complete several finished paintings. Working from both the study and photographic reference, subject matter will range from still-life to landscapes to the student’s own choice of imagery.

independent Studio

(intermediate-Advanced) *CC

Time: 12:30-3:30 pm Fee:$384 instructor: Marija Barac-Jandric This course is for students who have taken drawing or painting before and now wish to develop their ideas, style and techniques more independently. An instructor will be available to assist, guide, and discuss questions regarding the process. Students are encouraged to explore and take risks in their work. individual and group critiquing sessions are an important part of the course.

eXplorAtionS into AbStrACt pAintinG

(beginner-intermediate) *el

Time: 7-9:30 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Ghanesh Das

This course focuses on painting concepts and techniques, with an emphasis on the visual language of abstraction, designed to increase the student’s skill, awareness, and sensitivity to various technical, stylistic and thematic considerations. Areas of investigation include: materials, composition, colour, paint application and surface treatment. Suitable for students with varying degrees of experience and expectation. explore and experiment with a variety of subject matter. Classes taught with discussion, demos, and handouts, with attention to individual and group needs.

drAW & pAint

(beginner-intermediate) *CC

Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$376 instructor: Olga Battaglia

(all materials included)

Whether you want to learn to draw or paint, rekindle your creative ideas, learn new technical skills with new approaches, this course is designed for you. engaging subjects such as portraiture, landscapes and still life will develop an understanding of different painting styles and techniques. Students will study simple to understand techniques in pastel, watercolour, acrylic, encaustic and collage to build a solid foundation. drawing and painting skills, colour theory strategies and art material knowledge will give students the freedom to ignite powerful creative ideas that lead to mastering their artistic challenges.

leArn to drAW

(beginner) *CC

Time: 7-9:30 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Moujan Nazmi Ansari This step-by-step course is ideal for complete beginners. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of drawing technique including gesture, contour, tonal values, perspective and foreshortening. This is an excellent introduction to portraiture, landscape, still life, composition and development of tonal depth. Classes will include a variety of short exercises and longer more developed drawings.

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eXpreSSive ventureS

(beginners) *el

Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$376 instructor: Olga Battaglia

venture into the world of art and show your artistic spirit. This beginner course is designed to be fun and enjoyable, a place to learn new art techniques and meet interesting people. We will explore the process of creating art through drawing, painting and collage with mixed media and sculpture. Projects will emphasize specific skills and also focus on individual talents. We will create artworks that express ideas and emotions that communicate a fantastic artistic adventure.

drAW & pAint

(beginner-intermediate) *CC

Time: 12:30-3 pm Fee:$376 instructor: Olga Battaglia

Whether you want to learn to draw or paint, rekindle your creative ideas, learn new technical skills with new approaches, this course is designed for you. engaging subjects such as Portraiture, landscapes and still life will develop the understanding of different painting styles and techniques. beginners/intermediate students will study simple-to understand techniques in pastel, watercolour, acrylic, encaustic and collage that will build a solid foundation. basic drawing and painting skills and colour theory strategies as well as art material knowledge will give students the freedom to ignite powerful creative ideas that lead to mastering their artistic challenges.

WAterColour

(beginner-Advanced) *el

Time: 10-12:30 pm Fee:$340 instructor: Olga Battaglia

in this step by step approach to colour theory and painting, students will explore the watercolour medium. building from a series of exercises in colour mixing, brushwork, glazes and washes, and learning dry brush and wet-on-wet technique, students will complete several finished paintings. Working from both the study and photographic reference, subject matter will range from still-life to landscapes to the student’s own choice of imagery.

SUNDAY FRIDAY

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TUESDAY

ClASSeS liSted by dAy of WeeK in order of tiMe note: There are no classes April 3-6 and May 16-18 due to statutory

holidays.

proGrAM feeS inClude 13% hSt, All MAteriAlS, And A SnACK.

Kinder KidS (3-5 yrs)

Time: 9:45-11:45 am Fee: $269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti enter the dynamic world of art, craft and design in a creative and engaging way with emphasis on process, skill development and expression. Proper handling of materials emphasized while encouraging use of new found art vocabulary and enhanced problem solving skills. Media includes drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture with new projects each week and new themes each term to accommodate return students. in addition to completing art projects, the program includes warm up exercises and relevant and engaging storytelling during snack time.

MiXed MediA (5-9 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti This class is ideal for the young student interested in the exploration and experimentation of different materials with exposure to artists and art styles through history. We’ll cover drawing, design, painting and sculpture with an additional focus on experimentation in printmaking and each term we’ll learn a new technique; relief, monoprints, silkscreen and collagraphs. Some projects use a combination of materials and techniques to create a mixed media finished work. There will be new themes each term to accommodate returning students.

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pAintinG And drAWinG teChniqueS (8-12 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Moujan Nazmi-Ansari Working from a variety of subjects, students will develop their studio skills with an emphasis on traditional approaches to drawing and painting. Fundamentals in drawing will include gesture, contour, composition, tonal values, and perspective and through painting students will learn colour mixing, application and descriptive use of colour. This technique based program will inspire young artists and give them the tools needed to enhance their learning in art.

FALL: Painting Practices in Acrylic WINTER: Traditional drawing SPRING: Painting Mixed Media

Junior portfolio buildinG for Art &

deSiGn (11-14 yrs)

Time: 4-7 pm Fee: $339 instructor: Marija Barac-Jandric A combination of traditional as well as experimental materials and techniques will be used to help the student develop challenging and engaging works required for art and design portfolios. This course covers drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking and 3d design with an emphasis on observation, concept building and practicing the formal elements of art and design. exploration of work by contemporary artists is included and discussion and presentation of student work encouraged. At the end of this course students should feel more confident in their ability to express themselves through art and language. This course covers all portfolio requirements for application to Secondary School regional Arts Programs. A trip to the Art Gallery of ontario is planned for the Spring term.

leArn MAndArin thru Art MAKinG

(5-9 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Allison Lee Seto

This heritage language program takes a creative approach to teaching Mandarin with language instruction supported by art projects involving different mediums and techniques. Students will learn to read, write and speak Mandarin while they explore the world of art making. drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and design assignments will complement and guide students through their language instruction with a cultural component focused on art history.

WEDNESDAY

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Art fundAMentAlS (8-12 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Kayla Barbeau

Students will learn the building blocks of the visual arts through observing the world around them; landscape, still life, architecture and the human form. Through observation and exploring a variety of subject matter students will apply technical aspects such as colour theory and perspective and combine their own artistic expression and style. each semester will focus on a different practice.

FALL: drawing practice/tools WINTER: Painting technique/application SPRING: Sculpture traditions/experiment

Senior portfolio developMent for Art &

deSiGn (14-17 yrs)

Time: 4-7 pm Fee: $339 instructor: Marija Barac-Jandric use this class to further your studies in either art or design while exploring cutting edge projects. Students work in all mediums including drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking and 3d design. discussion and presentation of student work will be encouraged. examination and discussion of art work from major art movements will be ongoing. instruction in art history will be covered in the context of studio work. This course covers all portfolio requirements for application to university or College. Students must successfully complete 3 terms (Fall/Winter/Spring) to receive their AWAS Fine Arts Certificate.

Kinder KidS (3-5 yrs)

Time: 1-3 pm Fee:$269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti enter the dynamic world of art, craft and design in a creative and engaging way with emphasis on process, skill development and expression. Proper handling of materials emphasized while encouraging use of new found art vocabulary and enhanced problem solving skills. Media includes drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture with new projects each week and new themes each term to accommodate return students. in addition to completing art projects, the program includes warm up exercises and relevant and engaging storytelling during snack time.

SCulpture ArtS (5-9 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti This program introduces students to the inspiring world of sculpture with an emphasis on tools and technique, and traditional practices. Projects will include assemblage with wood and found materials, kinetic wire mobiles, cardboard constructions and stabiles, plaster or soap carving, casting from clay into plaster and mosaic. learn additive and subtractive sculpture techniques with work inspired by brancusi, Calder, Gaudi, Moore, nevelson, oldenburg and Picasso.

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CArtooninG (8-12 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge

have a great time learning to illustrate caricatures, characters with emotion using various illustration techniques and colour. Create your own animation with multi-media projects such as flip books and thaumatropes! Classes are designed for young future cartoonists with humour and originality in mind.

FALL: Cartooning/caricature techniques WINTER: Manga/super heroes SPRING: Graphic novels/storyboards

Atelier Studio (5-9 yrs)

Time: 4-6 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge

Formal but fun studio exercises introduce students to techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking. by exploring the work of traditional and modern masters, both time-honoured and experimental techniques in pencil, charcoal, conte, pastel, pen and ink, acrylic paint and printmaking will be taught through several step-by step projects.

Kinder KidS (3-5 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti enter the dynamic world of art, craft and design in a creative and engaging way with emphasis on process, skill development and expression. Proper handling of materials emphasized while encouraging use of new found art vocabulary and enhanced problem solving skills. Media includes drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture with new projects each week and new themes each term to accommodate return students. in addition to completing art projects, the program includes warm up exercises and relevant and engaging storytelling during snack time.

FRIDAY

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Art fuSion (6-9 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Olga Lysenko This innovative skill-building studio program will introduce students to drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media. We’ll work with pastel, watercolour, acrylic paint, clay, plaster and some unconventional materials. Projects will be based on artworks from different time periods, styles and cultures. The objective is to infuse the study of forms, themes and materials with a sense of play, curiosity and personal interpretation. in addition to art-making techniques, this course develops visual thinking strategies, as children observe, infer and draw conclusions, while grounding their ideas in evidence and experience.

AniMe ACtion (7-11 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge Anime Action is a manga influence program inspired by the work of hayao Miyazaki animation and popular graphic novels. Students will develop their illustration skills through a range of lessons to include facial expressions and features, movement and speed lines, panel break-outs, two tone colouring, cultural interpretation, ¾ point of view and more. This is a perfect class for students that love cartooning and want to learn more through the dynamic world of Anime Action!

trAditionAl drAW & pAint Studio (8-12 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Shoora Majedian young students are taught the skill of drawing and painting through observation by taking in the world around them and exploring different subject matter ranging from still-life, landscapes, architecture and the human form. various techniques with pencil, conte, charcoal, watercolour, pen and ink, paint and pastels will be introduced with some classes being held outdoors, weather permitting. Students will learn how to master techniques for both short studies in drawing and extended sessions in paintings. A range of lessons will be presented with new material each term.

Kinder KidS (4-6 yrs)

Time: 1:30-3:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Shoora Majedian enter the dynamic world of art, craft and design in a creative and engaging way with emphasis on process, skill development and expression. Proper handling of materials emphasized while encouraging use of new found art vocabulary and enhanced problem solving skills. Media includes drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture with new projects each week and new themes each term to accommodate return students. in addition to completing art projects, the program includes warm up exercises and relevant and engaging storytelling during snack time.

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CArtooninG (7-11 yrs)

Time: 1:30-3:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge

have a great time learning to illustrate caricatures, characters with emotion using various illustration techniques and colour. Create your own animation with multi-media projects such as flip books and thaumatropes! Classes are designed for young future cartoonists with humour and originality in mind.

FALL: Cartooning/caricature techniques WINTER: Manga/super heroes SPRING: Graphic novels/storyboards

SCulpture And MiXed MediA (7-11 yrs)

Time: 1:30-3:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Lauren McKinley Renzetti Students interested in the exploration and experimentation of different materials and techniques will flourish in this class. lessons to include drawing, design, printmaking and sculpture with some projects being a combination of to create a mixed media finished work. Sculpture projects will include assemblage with wood and found materials, cardboard constructions and stabiles, and casting techniques and printmaking techniques will introduce relief and monoprints. new themes and projects each term to inspire returning students.

Junior portfolio buildinG for Art &

deSiGn (11-14 yrs)

Time: 1-4 pm Fee: $339 instructor: Olga Lysenko

Traditional as well as experimental materials and techniques will be used to help the student develop challenging and engaging works required for art and design portfolios. This course covers drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking and 3d design with an emphasis on observation, concept building and practicing the formal elements of art and design. exploration of work by contemporary artists is included and discussion and presentation of student work encouraged. At the end of this course students should feel more confident in their ability to express themselves through art and language. This course covers all portfolio requirements for application to Secondary School regional Arts Programs.

Kinder KidS (4-6 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Shoora Majedian enter the dynamic world of art, craft and design with an emphasis on process, skill development, understanding of materials and individual expression. Proper handling of materials will be emphasized while encouraging the use of new found art vocabulary and developing problem solving skills. Media includes drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, clay and construction with new projects each week and a new theme each term to accommodate returning students. in addition to completing many art projects, the program includes fun warm up exercises and relevant and engaging storytelling during snack time.

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Atelier Studio (7-11 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge Formal but fun studio exercises introducing students to techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking. by exploring the work of traditional and modern masters, both time-honoured and experimental techniques in pencil, charcoal, conte, pastel, pen and ink, acrylic paint and printmaking will be taught through several step-by step projects.

Studio eXplorAtion (8-12 yrs)

Time: 10:30-12:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Moujan Nazmi-Ansari This studio program will introduce a range of exciting and expressive art forms to encourage creative confidence and individual expression. Traditional approaches will be introduced, giving students the tools they need to create their own personal vision in their work. new media presented each term.

FALL: Stop Motion Animation: technique, design, story, character

and creation of a one minute movie. WINTER: Portraits and identity: painting, drawing, self-identity, inner expression, journal as an art form, self-portrait. SPRING: World around us: visually express the world, observation, sketchbooks, imagined and real landscapes.

Movie MAKinG And neW MediA (7-11 yrs)

Time: 1:30-3:30 pm Fee: $269 instructor: Mike Goodge

An inspiring program to enhance creative learning through the exciting world of new media; students will become active participants as they produce, direct and act in their own movies, create, pitch and advertise their products and plan their own travelogue to a real or imagined destination. new production opportunities with accompanying art forms offered each term.

FALL: Moving Making; concept, story board, characters, camera

shots, location, and creation of a short movie. WINTER: Advertise your Creation; design, pitch, advertise your product, create your own ads and commercial. SPRING: Travelogue; design your destination, brochure, image design, narrate your film, shoot your travelogue.

reGiStrAtion inforMAtion

Please read the following if you are registering

for a class or camp:

PROCEDURE: Registration can be made by mail (using the form in the brochure);

in person at the school; by telephone, fax or on-line. YOUR REGISTRATION IS VALID

ONCE FULL PAYMENT IS MADE AND PROCESSED. We issue receipts via email.

Payment can be made either by cash, cheque, debit, VISA, Master Card or American Express. Registrations are on a first-come first-served basis as soon as term schedules are available. We do not prorate camps. Adult classes are limited by the size of studio. Teens

and children’s classes are limited to 18 students per class, with the exception of Kinder Kids which is limited to 12 and Free to Be Three which is limited to 6. Your payment of the registered art class will assure you of your place in the class. Classes may be postponed due to enrolment numbers, please call the school to confirm start date. We do not call students if a class is running, only in the event of postponing or cancelling a class.

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DISCOUNTS: A 10% discount fee is given for the second child or teen’s course in

the same family by a sibling or by the same child if registered in the same term. This

discount is not applicable to adult classes, birthdays or to camps. Seniors (65

years or older) receive a 10% discount for classes they take, upon presentation of identification.

CLASS CANCELLATIONS: Students may cancel their registration without charge up to

14 calendar days prior to course start date with the exception of a 6% cancellation fee for credit card refunds which will immediately apply. Notice of cancellation must be given to the school’s office in writing. Absence from class does not constitute

notice of cancellation. Students who wish to withdraw 13 calendar days or less prior to class will be charged a cancellation fee of $70.00. Students cancelling registration after the first class will be charged for that class plus the cancellation

fee of $70.00. No refunds or credits will be given after the second class. Art Works Art School reserves the right to postpone classes, dependent upon numbers. Should the school need to cancel a course due to low enrollment, all students will be notified in advance, and full refunds issued.

CAMP CANCELLATIONS: No refunds will be given once camp begins. A $70.00

cancellation fee will be charged to any cancellations 13 calendars days prior to camp commencement.

STUDENT ABSENCES: The school cannot be responsible for classes missed by

students. However, in certain cases students who miss a class may obtain their instructor’s permission to attend a different class given by that same instructor on another day of the week. The substitution must be made in the same term as the missed class. This policy does not apply to camps.

MATERIALS: Art Works Art School supplies materials for children, teen and some

adult programmes. Adults are responsible for supplying their own materials unless they are in a class where materials are supplied by the school. Materials and costs will be discussed at the beginning of the first class. We sell all supplies needed for classes at a reasonable price.

DOCUMENTATION: Art Works Art School reserves the right to use photographic

material for advertising and promotional purposes. If you do not want your child, yourself or other family members photographed, please let us know in writing.

BEHAVIORAL POLICY: At Art Works Art School our motto is “Behave Your Best and

Dress Your Worst!” Students should conduct themselves in a respectful manner with both fellow students and teachers alike. No verbal or physical abuse will be tolerated. Students are asked to respect the work and space of other students as well as the studio environment in general. Care and caution should be used when handling all tools, equipment, and materials used in the making of projects. Hand washing before and after snack is expected of all students.

DRESS POLICY: Students are asked to dress informally with casual, loose, and

comfortable clothing. Any type of dress that will restrict the student from fully engaging in the art making process should not be worn in the studio. Smocks are provided for each student, but there will inevitably be times when a smock may not protect the entire body from paints, printing inks, and other materials that may stain clothing. Please use common sense when dressing for art class. No bare feet! Shoes, sandals or boots should be worn at all times.

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*EL and *CC refers to our Adult Certificate Program. For more information on our certificate programs, please visit us online at www.artworksartschool.com