Start building your art journey! Preteens interested in high school art will learn foundational skills and techniques through projects designed to showcase their abilities and begin a strong, well-rounded portfolio. All materials provided.
Create colourful abstract artwork together using acrylic pouring techniques. Designed for families with children on the autism spectrum, this inclusive workshop offers a welcoming space to explore colour, movement and pattern through hands-on painting. No previous art experience is required. All materials included. Please register only one family member per household. Maximum two participants.
Let your child’s creativity shine at the Varley in a fun and inclusive studio! Kids will explore color through drawing, painting, and sculpting projects while learning the basics of art and the joy of self-expression. Along the way, they’ll build coordination, fine motor skills, and confidence. All materials provided.
Young artists will love this fun and creative studio where they can play, paint, and explore! Kids will experiment with traditional and non-traditional materials, visit the gallery for inspiration, and discover new ways to express themselves. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, make friends, and create art they’ll be proud of. All materials provided.
Ignite your child’s creativity in a fun and supportive studio! With guidance from a professional artist, kids will explore drawing, painting, printmaking, and mixed media, while gallery visits and artist demos spark inspiration. They’ll experiment, discover, and create art to proudly showcase at the end-of-term show. All materials provided.
Get ready to build, mold, and create! In this fun, hands-on studio, kids will explore sculpture using clay, wire, plaster, and found materials. Guided by a professional artist, they’ll learn how to bring their ideas to life in 3D and showcase their creations at the end-of-term art show. All materials included.
Spark your little one’s creativity in this playful class for mini artists! Children explore painting, drawing, collage, and sculpting while developing fine motor skills and creative confidence in a fun, nurturing studio environment. Gallery visits provide additional inspiration. All materials included.
Co-presented with the Markham Group of Artists, this weekly program offers non-instructional life drawing sessions featuring a live, clothed model in long poses. Open to artists of all skill levels, it provides a relaxed and supportive environment for exploring portraiture and figure drawing. Please bring your own materials including easels. Register or drop in. Space […]
This beginner-friendly mixed media and collage workshop introduces participants to creating art using a variety of materials. Learn simple techniques for layering, cutting, and combining images and textures to make a unique artwork. Artist/instructor: Olivana Tonon Image credit: Olivana Tonon
Get ready to explore the joy of painting outdoors. Learn about the gear and techniques that make plein air painting easy and fun. Begin in the studio with essential techniques, then apply your skills outdoors while capturing the charm of historic Unionville. Perfect for artists of all levels who want to prepare for a summer […]
