Selwyn Community Education

Art for Children (6 – 12 Years)

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This eight week course introduces young art students to fine art drawing (as opposed to craft) where the student is exposed to a wide range of mediums including lead pencils, ink, charcoal, eraser, pastel and pen. The classes are very practical and fun, as well as educational. All materials are included within the course fee. Suitable for 6 - 12 year olds.

Tue 14 Feb

EIght classes on Tuesdays 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland. Presenters: Robyn Penn
- $150.00 incl. GST
Session information

Sessions

Session 1

Tue 14 Feb 15:30 - Tue 14 Feb 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 2

Tue 21 Feb 15:30 - Tue 21 Feb 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 3

Tue 28 Feb 15:30 - Tue 28 Feb 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 4

Tue 07 Mar 15:30 - Tue 07 Mar 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 5

Tue 14 Mar 15:30 - Tue 14 Mar 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 6

Tue 21 Mar 15:30 - Tue 21 Mar 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 7

Tue 28 Mar 15:30 - Tue 28 Mar 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

Session 8

Tue 04 Apr 15:30 - Tue 04 Apr 17:00
At Selwyn College, Auckland.

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Description

"Art teaches one to turn ones full intelligence on a problem, to think creatively, originally and constructively instead of defensively and evasively"

This eight week course introduces young art students to fine art drawing (as opposed to craft) where the student is exposed to a wide range of mediums including lead pencils, ink, charcoal, eraser, pastel and pen. The classes are practical and fun, whilst still teaching art in a disciplined and nurturing environment. Students doodle, draw from observation, from photographic reference, as a preliminary sketch and as an end in itself. Emphasis is placed on thinking visually, developing looking skills and teaching the basic principles of art, such as line, tone and composition. Students are trained to look and re-look, to draw the thing itself, the space around/ negative space, using a continuous line, without looking at their page/ blind drawing until their eyes are trained and they see the thing they are drawing and not an idea of it. Braveness is needed to make a drawing. One has to be prepared for failure, and this may be public, the trick is to view these attempts as learning and accumulate knowledge into a more determined effort. Students are engaged through object-based learning, which develops critical-thinking skills and fosters an appreciation for the visual arts. There is no substitute for access to original works of art in achieving this goal and I encourage my students to visit galleries and view original art works. I teach students about the history of art and contemporary art through their practice and teach them to think creatively, problem solve, and to work collaboratively and independently.

I keep my students informed about the local art scene. Where possible, we work on projects that take us outside of the studio to work en plein air.

Each term, we will change the syllabus so that children who join again continue to be challenged and extended. Art materials are included in the enrolment fee. For children 6-12 years old.

What to bring

Bring snack, drink bottle and an A3 folder to hold work. Maximum class size 15. Average class size 12.

Testimonials

My daughter enjoys the class, friendly kids and possibility to explore and try different materials and techniques for her art projects. Maria's mum

Friendly atmosphere, great tutor - good with kids, different activities, various techniques - so kids are not bored but stimulated. Nell's mum

Art for Children (6 – 12 Years)

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