Sketch It! Life and Art as Inspiration (Grades 9 to 12)
“Drawing is the basis of art. A bad painter cannot draw. But one who draws well can always paint.” – Arshile Gorky
Art starts with drawing. Students will be inspired to sketch and draw by the art, architecture and gallery visitors as they roam the expansive AGO galleries. Students will learn a variety of drawing techniques including gesture drawing and shading. Back in the studio, students develop their techniques and skills to refine their sketches into finished drawings using conté, charcoal, pastels or chalk.
Studio Visits take place in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School where students can exercise their personal creativity and create art in a 6,000 square feet open studio space. Students will be inspired by original sculptures displayed within a visible behind-the-scenes vault storage area located next to the studio. Working with experienced artist educators, students will experiment with traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques to create individual and collaborative works of art focused on the creative process.
Note: In an open studio environment, creativity can be a messy process! Please ask students to wear comfortable clothing that is easily washable. Aprons are not provided.
Curriculum Links:
Visual Arts: Grade 9 – 12
Creating and Presenting : The Creative Process, The Elements and Principles of Design, Production and Presentation
Reflecting, Responding and Analysing: The Critical Analysis Process, Art, Society and Values
Foundations: Terminology, Conventions and Techniques and Responsible Practice
School programs run October 4, 2011 to June 27, 2012:
- Available Tuesday – Friday
- Half-day programs are 90 minutes. Combine two half-day programs for a full-day experience (lunch break in-between).
- Morning programs run from 10:00 – 11:30 am and 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Afternoon programs run from 12:30 – 2:00 pm and 1:00 – 2:30 pm
- Advanced booking is required. Please select your preferred time slot at time of booking.
- Required number of chaperones is mandatory. See Adult Supervisor–to–Student Ratio in Booking School Programs
BEST VALUE! For a full-day experience, book two half-day programs from our selection of Guided Gallery Visits and Studio Visits.
Booking School Programs
For detailed booking information, visit Booking School Programs