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2. visual art and design
3. painting

art Works art School
art for all ages
fall
winter
2014-2015
spring
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
info@artworksartschool.com
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
D
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 info@artworksartschool.com; 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 | 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
H and 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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Art Parties
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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ADULTS (ages 17 and over)
Free Fridays!
DROP-IN EVENING WORKSHOPS
6:30 to 8:30 PM (call ahead to book your spot, spaces limited)
Friday, October 3rd
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 9th
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 10th
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 19th
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 | 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.
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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.
TUESDAY
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.
WEDNESDAY
Fall: October 15 to December 3
Winter: January 14 to March 4
Spring: April 15 to June 3
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.
THURSDAY
Fall: October 16 to December 4
Winter: January 15 to March 5
Spring: April 16 to June 4
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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FRIDAY
Fall: October 17 to December 5
Winter: January 16 to March 6
Spring: April 17 to June 5
EXPRESSIVE VENTURES (Beginners) *EL
Time: 9:30-12 noon Fee:$376 Instructor: Olga Battaglia
(all materials included)
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
(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 the understanding of different painting styles
and techniques. Beginners/intermediate students will study simpleto 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.
SUNDAY
Fall: October 19 to December 14
Winter: January 18 to March 8
Spring: April 19 to June 14
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.
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CHILDREN and TEENS (3-17yrs)
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.
TUESDAY
Fall: October 14 to December 2
Winter: January 13 to March 3
Spring: April 14 to June 2
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.
WEDNESDAY
Fall: October 15 to December 3
Winter: January 14 to March 4
Spring: April 15 to June 3
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.
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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.
THURSDAY
Fall: October 16 to December 4
Winter: January 15 to March 5
Spring: April 16 to June 4
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
FRIDAY
Fall: October 17 to December 5
Winter: January 16 to March 6
Spring: April 17 to June 5
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.
SATURDAY morning
Fall: October 18 to December 6
Winter: January 17 to March 7
Spring: April 18 to June 13
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.
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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.
SATURDAY afternoon
Fall: October 18 to December 6
Winter: January 17 to March 7
Spring: April 18 to June 13
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.
SUNDAY
Fall: October 19 to December 14
Winter: January 18 to March 8
Spring: April 19 to June 14
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.
THE FINE PRINT
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.
© Art Works Art School copyrighted 1996. ™®Art Works Art School is trademark
registered 2008-2014. All published material contained in this document is the
property of Art Works Art School Limited and cannot be reproduced without the
prior written consent of the owner. Art Works Art School is an operating name
owned by Art Works Art School Limited.
*EL and *CC refers to our Adult Certificate Program. For more information on our
certificate programs, please visit us online at www.artworksartschool.com
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REGISTRATION FORM
Please read registration information and code of
conduct before filling out this form. (pages 18 -19)
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