Youth Art Classes

SPANISH STORYTIME & CRAFTS

TUESDAYS
January 7, 14, 21 & 28
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

INSTRUCTOR: Mili Mendola

AGES: up to 4 years old + parent

Come to toddler “Mami y yo” (Mommy and Me) time, geared toward families of young children up to age 4 who will enjoy being introduced to the Spanish language through story time, singing, and a fun art activity.

This will be a great chance to get to spend quality time with your child, and learn a new language at the same time! Win, win fun!

All children have the ability to learn multiple languages, even children with delayed development or with different abilities.

Please be sure your child has a smock or clothing that is appropriate for using around paint and glue.

All materials provided, including special clay specific for sculptures.

COST: $12 per session


SCHOOLS OUT - Winter Art Camp 

FRIDAY, JANUARY 3
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

AGES: 6-12 years old

Join our instructors in the studio as we make play-dough and paint!

Two super fun activities for your child. We will split the class into two groups and rotate activities.

  • First they will learn how to paint a winter forest in acrylics on canvas.

  • Then they will make their very own air-dry modeling clay - from scratch. Once we squish and mix it all together, we’ll construct fun objects they can take home.

COST: $45

All materials provided.
Please bring a snack and water bottle.

PUPPETRY BUILDING WORKSHOP

THURSDAYS
5 week session

January 9, 16, 23, 30 & February 6

Morning workshop: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Afternoon workshop: 3:30 pm. to 4:30 p.m.

AGES: recommended for 6-11 year olds

INSTRUCTOR: Ann Lochstampfor

Our Puppetry Building Workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore the world of Puppetry Arts.
During each session, students will build a puppet - they will; learn the art of creating characters, design the puppets' personality and features, and bring their puppet to life with movement.
We provide all the materials, tools and expert guidance they need to bring their character to life! They just need to bring their imagination!
The 5th class of the workshop is a fun group performance for parents and friends.

COST: $120 GVA Member / $135 Non-Member

No experience required. All materials included.


KIDS’ CLAY - HANDBUILDING
Ages: 6 - 9 or 10 - 14

SATURDAYS
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
6 to 10 year olds 

11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
11 to 14 year olds 

Session 1: January 11, 18, 25
Session 2: February 8, 15, 22
Session 3: March 8, 15, 22
Session 4: April 12, 19. 26
Session 5: May 3, 10, 17

INSTRUCTOR: Raye Tobin

Students will learn the process of handbuilding while creating and decorating clay projects. 

Students should wear comfortable clothes that can get messy.

Classes start on time, so make sure you don't miss any fun and arrive promptly. 

No experience necessary. All materials (clay & tools) included.

COST: per 3 week session = $90 GVA Member / $105 Non-Member