ONLINE SUMMER CAMP In light of the difficult health situation in Montreal caused by Covid-19, our summer camp will take place online. Enter the world of online art learning with us and experience a new and safe adventure! We offer half-day activities and one-day workshops for youth aged 4 to 17. We look forward to creating with you! Join us this summer for a new creative and inspiring artistic journey! Delve into a wide range of art materials; learn new skills and experiment with different creative approaches. Each week we will explore new themes. Activities take place on Zoom with one of our instructors. Our small classes are grouped according to age, and ensure that each child receives individual attention and is encouraged to advance at their own pace. Online Half-Day Activities – ages 4 to 12 The Sunny Workshop Online (4-5 years) Start the week off on the right foot and bring sunshine into your home with creative projects that are simple and bold. In this dynamic class, fantasy, experimentation, fun, and the joy of being creative come together. Students are introduced to a variety of techniques such as painting, collage, drawing, and mixed media. This workshop helps to stimulate curiosity and imagination, and encourages children to express themselves while learning basic two- and three-dimensional art techniques. Moments of relaxation, storytelling and short yoga sessions are interspersed throughout the workshop to keep the little ones attentive. Monday from 9 to 11 am. The presence of a parent or guardian is required. Register now June 29 July 6 July 13 July 20 July 27 August 3 August 10 August 17 You may register your child on a weekly basis. New projects are introduced each week. The Artistic Dream Online (6-8 years) This class allows children to explore and experiment with several fundamental art techniques, while also offering more active moments with an art facilitator who will engage the children and get them to expend their energy through dance movements, animated storytelling, and mime games. This summer workshop encourages the development of imagination and creativity while building confidence through self-expression. Let’s take two mornings a week to escape and dream together. Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 11 am. Register Now June 30 and July 2 July 7 and 9 July 14 and 16 July 21 and 23 July 28 and 30 August 4 and 6 August 11 and 13 August 18 and 20 You may register your child on a weekly basis. New projects are introduced each week. The Art of Doing More Online (9-12 years) Push the limits of your creativity and spend a milder summer with this unique workshop. This course allows young people to consolidate their artistic production skills, sharpen their observation abilities, and experiment with new techniques. They will work on both sculptural and pictorial projects. Through exploration, participants will be encouraged to develop their imagination, creativity, and their own style of expression. The last hour of each morning is devoted to a more active artistic activity that allows students to share a moment of freedom with others. Wednesday and Friday from 9 to 11 am. Register Now July 8 and 10 July 15 and 17 July 22 and 24 July 29 and 31 August 5 and 7 August 12 and 14 August 19 and 21 * No activities July 1 (Canada Day) You may register your child on a weekly basis. New projects are introduced each week. Online One-Day Workshops (9 to 12 years) 3D Assemblage Do you want to create three-dimensional works with simple materials, and learn effective techniques for assembling objects? This workshop is for you. In addition to creating a work of art with surprising shapes, this workshop will change the way you look at the objects that surround you. You will discover a form of sculpture that offers countless possibilities and you will leave the workshop inspired! This workshop is for beginners. Register Now July 20 Online One-Day Workshops (13 to 17 years) Embroidery In recent years, embroidery has been making a strong comeback in contemporary art. In one afternoon, you will learn some basic stitches of this decorative art and start some designs on fabric. After this workshop, the possibilities are endless. You will discover numerous artists who use this technique in their work, as well as a multitude of inspiring projects. This workshop is for beginners. Register Now July 6 Knitting Knitting can be considered art that is worn or that decorates or that modifies an urban space. Materials are simple and can be easily transported anywhere. During this workshop, you will learn how to handle needles and how to make a flat knit. You will also be introduced to resources to continue learning on your own and we will present several artists and artistic movements that use knitting as an anchor. This workshop is for beginners. Register Now July 13 Watercolour Watercolour is often the medium of choice to capture the present moment, unique lighting, or to define movement. This workshop will introduce you to the basic techniques of this medium which is perfectly suited to the summer season. You can carry it with you to the park, moments of calm beside a lake, or anywhere else. This workshop is for beginners. Register Now July 27 What parents and kids are saying about their experience at the Visual Arts Centre summer camp and workshops: It was the best class! Thanks you so much, you guys are the best! Very Satisfied-different forms of art, great teachers! Organized. Kind. Variety of activities. She loved it and doesn’t want the day to end. She loves the balance between outdoor activities and the art program. Because the activities are very fun & even if you are older, they are adapted for your age. Yes I am satisfied with the workshop because she is the best teacher in the world! Stimulate your creativity and socialize in a calm and creative environment! Online Learning Policy Registration We need a minimum number of students for a class to run (the minimum number of students varies for each class). If a class is cancelled due to low enrolment, registrants will receive a full refund or credit. Students must submit a registration form and payment online to complete enrollment in a virtual program. Registration forms are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Use the ‘Register Online Now’ button below the class description to access our secure online registration form. Unfortunately, we cannot hold a spot in the class without a registration form or payment. Registrations cannot be taken by phone or by email at the present time. Fees Fees are paid online and in full upon registration. Fees do not include any materials with the exception of ceramics courses. A material list is provided for each class and students are required to purchase their own materials. GST and QST will be added to all fees. Payments All payments must be processed online with VISA or Mastercard. Cancellations CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY Student withdrawals or refund requests will not be processed by telephone; please advise the Centre in writing. If the student withdraws from a course prior to start of course, student will receive a full refund of course fees less $20 administration charge; after the first class, student will receive a full refund of course fees less $20 administration charge and the cost of one class. No refund will be made after the second class. No refund will be made after this time. 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