My First Studio (JK to Grade 2)
Early learners engage in play-based artmaking focused on the elements of design! Exploring colour, line, shape, and texture, students begin by participating in constructive, open-ended play using everyday objects in response to original works of art. Students are then guided through techniques in painting, drawing, and collage to create a landscape that exercises their imaginations and expresses their personal creativity.
Studio Visits take place in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School where students unleash their creativity and create art in a 6,000 square feet open studio space. Students will be inspired by sculptures from the AGO’s permanent collection displayed within a visible behind-the-scenes vault storage area located in 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:
Kindergarten Program: Visual Arts, Specific Expectations – V1.1, V2.1, V2.2, V3.1, V4.1, V4.2, V5.1
Visual Arts: Grades 1 and 2, Specific Expectations – D1.1 – D1.4, D2.1 – D2.4, D3.1, D3.2
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