Cultivate Creativity in Kids at AMG
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Give your kids the chance to unleash their inner Michelangelo, Merlin or Michael Phelps, during the Renaissance, Wizard and Awesome Olympians-themed art labs. From February 15-19, there are multiple opportunities to encourage your children to find their inner artist at Annmarie Garden!
On February 15, experience the magic of art with Play In Clay: Fairies, Dragons, & Wizards! Instructor Sarah Houde will provide basic hand-building techniques to make a fantastical wizard, fairy, or dragon for your room. Learn to use slabs and coils to make your creation unique. Add beautiful glazes to give your work added color and shine. Class is from 10 am to 1 pm and is designed for children ages 6 and up; children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. The member cost is $35 for individuals, $60 for adult/child couples; non-member cost is $40 for individuals, $70 for adult/child couples. All materials are included.
Who are the Ninja Turtles? Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatelo, and Raphael. But they’re not just Ninja Turtles! Learn about these all-stars of the Renaissance art period, and try your hand at fresco painting, carving and chiseling, and perspective drawing. Pack a lunch, dress for a mess, get ready to get creative! This class is for children in grades K-2 or 3-5, please specify at registration. Class is February 17, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. The member cost is $35 and the non-member cost is $40. All materials are included.
Does your child have what it takes to make Olympic Gold?
Also on February 17 is the Mom’s Club Art Lab, where your little one can participate in the “Awesome Olympic Accessories” project. These lightly guided sessions help kids make great art, fun toys, creative costumes, and new friends. The artLAB is perfect for preschoolers, ages three to five, and are project-oriented. The class is held from 10 am to noon, so just drop in anytime during this window. The member cost is $5 for each parent/child couple and $2 for each additional sibling. The non-member cost is $7 for each parent/child couple and $2 for each additional sibling.
Is your child more of a free-thinking artist?
On February 19, Join an hour-long story time to teach basic art elements, art styles, and even a little art history with wonderful children’s books, imaginative games, and inventive art projects. This class is designed for preschoolers, ages 4-6. Class will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 am, and each student comes away with a matted artwork and a greater appreciation of all things artistic. The member cost is $8 per child, and the non-member cost is $12 per child.
Sign up for one class or all of them—Hurry! Space is limited. Advanced registration required for all classes EXCEPT the artLab. Please call (410) 326-4640.
