Connections to world cultures are made to demonstrate that math has been at the foundation of art and culture for millennia, and students learn more in-depth about conceptual art and the work of Sol Lewitt. Students connect this creative experience to real-world applications of the imagination, learning the importance of precision within the scope of […]
Collaborate with a school-wide or class-wide project to create a school mural or mosaic! The teaching artist leads students in a collaborative process to design a mural, and then paint a cohesive design, or construct a mosaic. Social-Emotional learning skills to share, collaborate, and communicate will all be approached in the facilitation of the work. […]
This Poetry/Performance workshop will begin with a demonstration of a performance poem. Students will then discuss the skills being used to write the poem in tandem the techniques used in the performance of that poem. Next participants will be provided with a warm up exercise to encourage creative writing. Shortly after they will be writing […]
Black Scientists & the Arts centers the magic of becoming a Creative Scientist using all of your senses to explore. Each program introduces students to a Black Scientist (Past/Present) and their contribution to the world through historical artifacts, science experiments, and creative projects. By including an hands-on art activity during each lesson, students have the […]
This STEAM focused workshop introduces students to the art of creating complex geometric designs using only colorful embroidery thread and straight lines. Students will learn how to follow coordinates to map out their designs, and will be astonished to find that multiple straight lines can create curved lines. String art is the perfect combination of […]
Join us for a drawing workshop focused on self-portraiture. Internationally known, multi award-winning Indigenous artist Tchin will guide participants through the artistic process, allowing them time to reconnect with their inner selves and come away with a powerful expression of their voice. Students reflect on their self-portraits together, exploring questions of identity, culture, and self-perception. […]
Students complete a beadwork project that they can share with their classrooms, guided by We Are the Seeds’ Indigenous educators. Through this program, attendees will gain perspective and context about contemporary Native peoples — that we are still here, we are evolving, and we are thriving. Different types of beads and beadwork projects are possible […]
Students learn the art of painting as they create works inspired by honoring Planet Earth, especially endangered elements of nature such as air, soil, water, etc. in all four seasons. Students will be exposed to: vocabulary, materials, tools, techniques, and art historical examples of painting in a developmentally appropriate manner with master artist/educator Triada Samaras. […]
Students learn the art of drawing as they create works inspired by self-portraits, portraits of others, and group portraits, investigating art making as it relates to human relationships and connections. Students will be exposed to: vocabulary, materials, tools, techniques, and art historical examples of drawing in a developmentally appropriate manner with master artist/educator Triada Samaras. […]
Students will learn the art of sculpture as they work with paper materials to create three-dimensional forms. This creative process is linked to other content areas e.g. science, math, and engineering. Students will be exposed to: vocabulary, materials, tools, techniques, and art historical examples of paper sculpture in a developmentally appropriate manner with master artist/educator […]
Young Audiences' mission is to inspire young people and expand their learning through the arts.
Young Audiences believes that all students deserve equal access to the arts and we strive to provide meaningful art experiences to young people regardless of cognitive or physical development, socio-economic status, or geographic location.
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