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SUMMARY:INSIDE OUTSIDE UPSIDE DOWN!  NOVEMBER PA DAY FOR KIDS!
DESCRIPTION:INside OUTside UPside Down!  |  PA Day for Kids! \nFriday\, November 24\, 2023  |  9 am – 4 pm \nAges 4-12 \nMax 36 \n$70 no hst \nsold out\nIt’s ok to make a mistake! In fact\, sometimes it’s the best thing about making art! We’ll HI-5 those artful accidents and embrace our inner randomness in a day filled with free-styling projects designed to let loose our inner Picasso’s! \nThis school year\, we have expanded our PA Day program to accommodate 36 young artists! We will be dividing our PA Day kids into 2 groups (ages 4-6 and 7-12) and working in both our cheery Art Classroom and the sunny Sparrow’s Nest Maker Space . \nLed by ECFTA Art Educators Alexa Collette and Stephanie Lines-Toohill. Our PD days will be a balance of guided art instruction & learning in our art classroom\, and open-creative exploration in our maker space. Along with outdoor fresh air and play during breaks\, as always! \n \n\nAbout the Instructors \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nStephanie Lines-Toohill brings her magical mix of compassion\, creativity\, and mindfulness to everything she does. She reminds us to pause and find wonder in unexpected places. She helps us let go of our worries and to be brave. Steph also runs Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace\, a collaborative community space of connection. You might find her on a forest walk where she finds calming inspiration and beautiful found objects. Stephanie has been leading youth art groups and community art opportunities for over 15 years. She champions the process of each artist as a curious explorer! \n\nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun! \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for getting messy\n\n\n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date\, Registration fees may however be credited to an alternate course/workshop. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/inside-outside-upside-down/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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SUMMARY:WINTER WEAVING WORKSHOP!  |  With Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden
DESCRIPTION:WINTER WEAVING WORKSHOP!  with Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden  \nSECOND CLASS ADDED! \nSATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 25\, 2023  |  9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nAGES 14+  |  MAX 10 \nsold out\n$110 plus hst  *Please note\, there is a $30 kit fee\, payable in cash to the instructor at the start of class. \nJoin textile artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden for a full day of learning the basics of tapestry weaving! \nDuring this workshop\, students will be using 2 (canvas) looms.  In the morning students will work on a smaller canvas for a sampler of weaving techniques\, and in the afternoon the class will work on a larger canvas for their finished winter tapestry. Dianne will have winter theme designs participants can choose from or they may choose to do their own design. \n \nDianne brings her wealth of knowledge and spirit of adventure to this immersive 6-hour workshop. In this playful class you will explore weaving through a variety of tapestry techniques such as: plain weave\, rya knots\, soumack\, eccentric weave and irregular hatching. Participants will learn weaving techniques and some of Dianne’s favourite stitches to create designs while exploring form\, colour and texture. Dianne will have a variety of small looms to show you\, so you may continue your adventure in weaving by building a small loom yourself or purchase from a number of companies a finished loom. You will go home with a finished tapestry ready for hanging. \n*All supplies will be included in the kit fee. \n**Your kit will include a large selection of beautiful yarns\, 2 canvases that serve as the looms and frames your pieces. \n           \n\nMeet Dianne! \n \nDianne has been creating woven art since the early 1970’s. Dianne first studied weaving at Sheridan School of Design\, apprenticed with Robert L. Kidd in Michigan and in 2015 completed an internship with Master Tapestry artist Maximo Laura in his studio in Lima\, Peru. A lifetime of weaving; Dianne’s work has been shown and collected throughout North America in venues such as The Detroit Institute of Art\, Nuit Blanche in Ottawa\, The Gore Bay Museum\, the Textile Museum of Canada\, The Queen Street Gallery in Niagara on the Lake\, The Brick Room Gallery in St. Cathrines and the Sheepish Grin on Manitoulin Island\, The Elora Fergus Studio Tour\, and is a member of the Octarines Women’s Art Collective that has shown throughout the area and will be having a show at the Wellington County Museum starting on October 5. Dianne recently won an award for her piece in the recent ‘Insights’ show at the Wellington County Museum. \n \n\nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/winter-weaving-workshop-with-dianne-kennedy-cruttenden-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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SUMMARY:HOLIDAY MAKERS! | KIDS SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE SERIES  |  WITH ALEXA COLLETTE
DESCRIPTION:HOLIDAY MAKERS!  |  SATURDAY MAKE & TAKE FOR KIDS!  |  3 WEEK SERIES with Alexa Collette \nSaturdays. December 2\, 9\, 16\, 2023  |  1-3 pm \nAges 7-12  |  Max 15  \n$90 no hst for all 3 weeks \nJoin Guelph artist Alexa Collette for some Saturday afternoon artful making in our cheery classroom full of inspiring ideas! \nThis 3-week series will be all about holiday creativity. Young artists will be encouraged to think about gifting and giving as a way to share their amazing imaginations with loved ones! \nProjects will include; making and decorating your own ornaments\, designing and carving lino blocks to make hand-printed cards\, and building mini cold-weather creature sculptures! \nAll materials included. \n \nMeet Alexa! \n \nHi\, my name is Alexa and I recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph. I have been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! I am a painter\, drawer\, I love creating murals and collaborating with the community. I am excited to create a space for art-making and exploration! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/holiday-makers-kids-saturday-make-take-series/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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SUMMARY:GLOWING FORESTS  |  LIGHT & SHADOW  |  ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH VERA KISSELEVA
DESCRIPTION:GLOWING FORESTS  |  LIGHT & SHADOW \nACRYLIC PAINTING  |  with Vera Kisseleva \nSUNDAY\, DECEMBER 10\, 2023  |  12:30 pm – 4:30 pm \nAGES 16+  |  MAX. 12 \n$120 plus hst \nAll materials provided \nsold out\nJoin Artist Vera Kisseleva for a beginner-friendly workshop and discover the joy of painting vibrant forest scenes filled with luminous light! www.VeraKissArt.com \n \nIn this 4-hour workshop\, you’ll learn how to mix vibrant colors and use simple compositional rules to create stunning wooded landscapes. You will also learn how to work with reference photos\, to easily translate real-world beauty onto the canvas. \nVera will share some of the techniques she uses in her own work. After a quick demonstration through the entire process of creating a forest painting full of light and shadow\, you will have the opportunity to practice on a smaller canvas\, explore the possibilities of acrylic paint\, and refine your brushwork. You will then be encouraged to create your own 12″x12″ masterpiece receiving individualized guidance and feedback from the instructor. \nThis workshop is suitable for all levels. Beginners are welcome! \nSource photos will be provided. \nArtists are welcome to bring their own landscape photo if they have an image they would like to use for their work. All materials are included. \n\nMeet Vera! \nVera Kisseleva is an established award-wining artist best known for her paintings inspired by the Canadian landscape and nature’s dazzling colours that she believes are a great joy to experience and share with her collectors. Born in Russia\, Vera studied fine arts in college and worked for years as a graphic designer and commercial artist. This Canadian painter is now based in rural Ontario where she is inspired by the visual splendor of her new home. Vera works mostly in acrylics and uses bold\, vibrant colors in her work and thick brush strokes. Most of her pieces are done in her studio from a photograph and a memory of her recent nature encounters. Instagram @verakiss_art    www.VeraKissArt.com \n \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/glowing-forests-light-shadows-acrylic-painting-with-vera-kisseleva/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231217T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231217T163000
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SUMMARY:GLOWING FORESTS  |  LIGHT & SHADOW  |  ACRYLIC PAINTING WITH VERA KISSELEVA
DESCRIPTION:GLOWING FORESTS  |  LIGHT & SHADOW \nACRYLIC PAINTING  |  with Vera Kisseleva \nSECOND CLASS ADDED! \nSUNDAY\, DECEMBER 17\, 2023  |  12:30 pm – 4:30 pm \nAGES 16+  |  MAX. 12 \n$120 plus hst \nAll materials provided \nsold out\nJoin Artist Vera Kisseleva for a beginner-friendly workshop and discover the joy of painting vibrant forest scenes filled with luminous light! www.VeraKissArt.com \n \nIn this 4-hour workshop\, you’ll learn how to mix vibrant colors and use simple compositional rules to create stunning wooded landscapes. You will also learn how to work with reference photos\, to easily translate real-world beauty onto the canvas. \nVera will share some of the techniques she uses in her own work. After a quick demonstration through the entire process of creating a forest painting full of light and shadow\, you will have the opportunity to practice on a smaller canvas\, explore the possibilities of acrylic paint\, and refine your brushwork. You will then be encouraged to create your own 12″x12″ masterpiece receiving individualized guidance and feedback from the instructor. \nThis workshop is suitable for all levels. Beginners are welcome! \nArtists are welcome to bring their own landscape photo if they have an image they would like to use for their work. All materials are included. \n\nMeet Vera! \nVera Kisseleva is an established award-wining artist best known for her paintings inspired by the Canadian landscape and nature’s dazzling colours that she believes are a great joy to experience and share with her collectors. Born in Russia\, Vera studied fine arts in college and worked for years as a graphic designer and commercial artist. This Canadian painter is now based in rural Ontario where she is inspired by the visual splendor of her new home. Vera works mostly in acrylics and uses bold\, vibrant colors in her work and thick brush strokes. Most of her pieces are done in her studio from a photograph and a memory of her recent nature encounters. Instagram @verakiss_art    www.VeraKissArt.com \n \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/glowing-forests-light-shadow-acrylic-painting-with-vera-kisseleva/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20230921T190103Z
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS WEDNESDAYS for Adults with Varying Abilities  |  Winter Wednesday Program
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY WINTER 2024 CLASSES  |  10-week series \nWEDNESDAY mornings  |  January 3  – March 6\, 2024  | 10:00 am-12:00 pm \nWeekly inclusive ART & mindfulness WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS for adults with (dis)abilities. \nsold out\n \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coach. \nJoin us for a guided 2-hour workshop\, specifically designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered at a subsidized rate\, thanks to the Centre Wellington 100 Women Who Care and our Spring Fundraising Gala! \nMax. 13  |  Ages 18+ \n$180 plus HST for all 10 weeks  \nParticipants please register for the full season block. \nNo charge for support workers or caregivers. \n**Please note\, there is no refund for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason\, classes are transferrable to other CLGW or day-program participants. \nPAYMENT can be made using a credit card by registering below. \nRegistration & payment via e-transfer or personal cheque are also accepted by contacting Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \nOUR SPACE Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and accommodates up to 13 participants\, with accompanying support workers and volunteers. \nPlease contact us for more information about the program or for availability in our Supportive Arts program! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates!
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-for-adults-with-varying-abilities-winter-program/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20230921T184654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143412Z
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAYS for Adults with Varying Abilities  |  Winter Thursday Program
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY WINTER 2024 CLASSES  |  10-week series \nTHURSDAY mornings  |  January 4  – March 7\, 2024  |  10:00 am-12:00 pm \nWeekly inclusive ART & mindfulness THURSDAY WORKSHOPS for adults with (dis)abilities. \nsold out\n \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coach. \nJoin us for a guided 2-hour workshop\, specifically designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  Supportive Arts is offered at a subsidized rate\, thanks to the Centre Wellington 100 Women Who Care and our Spring Fundraising Gala! \nMax. 13  |  Ages 18+ \n$180 plus HST for all 10 weeks  \nParticipants please register for the full season block. \nNo charge for support workers or caregivers. \n**Please note\, there is no refund for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason\, classes are transferrable to other CLGW or day-program participants. \nPAYMENT can be made using a credit card by registering below. \nRegistration & payment via e-transfer or personal cheque are also accepted by contacting Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \nOUR SPACE Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and accommodates up to 13 participants\, with accompanying support workers and volunteers. \nPlease contact us for more information about the program or for availability in our Supportive Arts program! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates!
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-for-adults-with-varying-abilities-fall-2023-program-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240113T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231103T202502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143518Z
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SUMMARY:WINTER LIGHT  |  ACRYLIC PAINTING  |  WITH VERA KISSELEVA
DESCRIPTION:WINTER LIGHT  |  ACRYLIC PAINTING   \n|  with Vera Kisseleva \nSaturday\, January 13\, 2024 |  12:30 PM – 4:30 PM \nAGES 16+  |  MAX. 12 \n$120 plus hst  |  All materials provided \nsold out\nJoin Artist Vera Kisseleva for a beginner-friendly workshop and discover the joy of painting shimmering winter landscapes filled with glowing colour and luminous light! www.VeraKissArt.com \n \nIn this 4-hour workshop\, you’ll learn how to mix vibrant colors and use simple compositional rules to create stunning wooded landscapes. You will also learn how to work with reference photos\, to easily translate real-world beauty onto the canvas. \nVera will share some of the techniques she uses in her own work. After a quick demonstration through the entire process of creating a forest painting full of light and shadow\, you will have the opportunity to practice on a smaller canvas\, explore the possibilities of acrylic paint\, and refine your brushwork. You will then be encouraged to create your own 12″x12″ masterpiece receiving individualized guidance and feedback from the instructor. \nThis workshop is suitable for all levels. Beginners are welcome! \nSource photos will be provided. Artists are also welcome to bring their own landscape photo if they have an image from which  they would like to work. All materials are included. \n\nMeet Vera! \nVera Kisseleva is an established award-wining artist best known for her paintings inspired by the Canadian landscape and nature’s dazzling colours that she believes are a great joy to experience and share with her collectors. Born in Russia\, Vera studied fine arts in college and worked for years as a graphic designer and commercial artist. This Canadian painter is now based in rural Ontario where she is inspired by the visual splendor of her new home. Vera works mostly in acrylics and uses bold\, vibrant colors in her work and thick brush strokes. Most of her pieces are done in her studio from a photograph and a memory of her recent nature encounters. Instagram @verakiss_art    www.VeraKissArt.com \n  \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/winter-light-acrylic-painting-with-vera-kisseleva/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20230810T202256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143319Z
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SUMMARY:WINTERSLEEP!  JANUARY PA DAY FOR KIDS!
DESCRIPTION:WinterSLEEP!  |  PA Day for Kids! \nFriday\, January 26\, 2024  |  9 am – 4 pm \nAges 4-12  |  Max 36 \n$70 no hst \nsold out\nBurrowing\, nesting\, hibernating. Let’s explore how our animal-neighbours spend the coldest months of the year through art in a creative and cozy day designed to celebrate the Canadian winter in us! \nThis school year\, we have expanded our PA Day program to accommodate 36 young artists! We will be dividing our PA Day kids into 2 groups (ages 4-6 and 7-12) and working in both our cheery Art Classroom and the sunny Sparrow’s Nest Maker Space . \nLed by ECFTA Art Educators Alexa Collette and Stephanie Lines-Toohill. Our PD days will be a balance of guided art instruction & learning in our art classroom\, and open-creative exploration in our maker space. Along with outdoor fresh air and play during breaks\, as always! \n \n\nAbout the Instructors \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \n \nStephanie Lines-Toohill brings her magical mix of compassion\, creativity\, and mindfulness to everything she does. She reminds us to pause and find wonder in unexpected places. She helps us let go of our worries and to be brave. Steph also runs Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace\, a collaborative community space of connection. You might find her on a forest walk where she finds calming inspiration and beautiful found objects. Stephanie has been leading youth art groups and community art opportunities for over 15 years. She champions the process of each artist as a curious explorer! \n\nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun! \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for getting messy\n\n\n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date\, Registration fees may however be credited to an alternate course/workshop. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/wintersleep-january-pa-day-for-kids/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240203T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240224T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231111T192856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143535Z
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SUMMARY:MIXED MEDIA ADVENTURES FOR KIDS!  |  WITH EMMI BOYLE
DESCRIPTION:MIXED-MEDIA ADVENTURES FOR KIDS!  \nwith Emmi Boyle  |  4-week Media Collage Series \nSaturdays  |  February 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 2024 \n9:30 – 11:30 am   \nAges 6-12  |  Max 12 \n$110 for all 4 weeks\, no hst \nGuelph artist EMMI BOYLE brings her love for mixing-it-up with materials and hi-5 kid-energy to the Elora Centre for the Arts this winter for 6 weeks of massive imagin-ating in our MIXED MEDIA ADVENTURE collage series! \nLet your junior artist loose with Emmi to explore animal collage\, printed fabric\, cardboard cities\, and printed fabric star garland! \nAll materials provided. \nMeet Emmi! \n \nEmmi Boyle (She/They) \nEmmi is a recent graduate from the University of Guelph\, studying Studio Art and Ecology. She has experimented with many mediums of art and is constantly trying new things. Some mediums they have grown especially fond of include textiles\, print making\, bookbinding\, and experimental media. While Emmi is a creative\, their heart belongs to the Earth. She spends a lot of time outside connecting with nature and drawing inspiration from all around. She loves to learn from both nature and others\, and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others as well. Guelph has been their home for many years\, and they have been working with and teaching youth in the city for 8 years. \n  \n \n  \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mixed-media-adventures-for-kids-with-emmi-boyle/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231111T213620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143601Z
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SUMMARY:DRAWING 201's FOR KIDS!  |  WITH DONNA HULL
DESCRIPTION:DRAWING 201’s FOR KIDS!  |  with Donna Hull \n4-WEEK SATURDAY AFTERNOON DRAWING BASICS  \nFebruary 17\, February 24\, March 2\, March 9\, 2024 \n1:00 – 3:00 PM \nAges 7+  |  Max. 15 \n$100 for all 4 weeks\, no hst  \nsold out\nWarm up your winter SATURDAY AFTERNOONS with artist DONNA HULL for 4 fun-filled weeks designed for kids who love to draw! \nThis series invites back our young artists from our Drawing 101 series and is also open to new junior-artists who wish to spread their wings and expand their drawing experience! \n \nClasses will focus on developing fundamental drawing skills and home play exercises will be encouraged. Artists will work on paper\, using artist quality drawing materials and tools such as graphite sticks\, mechanical erasers\, tortillion blending sticks\, kneadable erasers and more. \nIf artists have a favourite sketchbook or materials from Drawing 101\, they are welcome to bring them along. \nAll materials will be provided. \nMeet Donna! \nDonna Hull is a local artist and educator and has enjoyed a long and varied career as both much loved teacher at Elora Public School and artist. Donna loves to draw\, paint\, build and play! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/drawing-201s-for-kids-with-donna-hull/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231027T211231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143509Z
UID:10000260-1709460000-1709467200@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:FLYING DRAGON! ACRYLICS FOR KIDS
DESCRIPTION:FLYING DRAGON!  | Acrylics for Kids  \nwith Katherine Olenic \nSunday March 3\, 2024  |  10 AM -12  PM \nAges 8 +  |  Max. 12 \n$40 no hst  \n2 spots left!\nBack by popular dragon-demand! Let artist Katherine Olenic lead your junior artist in a fantasy- filled\, vibrant DRAGON 11″x14″ landscape on canvas. Katherine will discuss colour theory\, composition\, and guide artists in the use of acrylics.   A great way to start a fire-breathing Sunday morning! \nAll materials included. \n \nMeet Katherine! \n \nKatherine Olenic is a freelance artist with a degree in Digital and Animation. Katherine has worked for Disney\, on movies such as Star Wars: The Force Awaken and Jurassic World\, and  is an illustration for various children’s books. She also creates her own unique illustrations. Check out her work at; \nhttps://www.katherine-olenic.com/ \n@katherine_olenic \n  \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/flying-dragon-acrylics-for-kids/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231027T220721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143511Z
UID:10000261-1709474400-1709481600@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:DEER IN THE FOREST! OIL PASTEL FOR FAMILIES!  
DESCRIPTION:DEER IN THE FOREST for FAMILIES!   \nOIL PASTEL for KIDS & ADULTS with Katherine Olenic \nSunday March 3\, 2024  |  2 PM – 4 PM \nAges 6 +|  Max. 8  \n$60 for 2  |  Ticket price includes one child and one adult \n2 spots left\nJoin artist Katherine Olenic for some together-time for the artist in YOU and your YOUNG ARTIST.   This class is designed to bring kids and a parent\, grandparent\, or caregiver TOGETHER! \nEach big and little will work on their own DEER IN THE FOREST oil pastel on 11″x15″ paper. Learn some great techniques and take home your work to hang them side by side to share your Sunday afternoon memories! \n \nFor ages 6 to infinity! The fee includes space for 2 (one adult and one child). If you have an additional child who would like to join\, please contact Judy at programming@ecfta.ca for payment information.  $30 per additional child. \nMeet Katherine! \n \nKatherine Olenic is a freelance artist with a degree in Digital and Animation. Katherine has worked for Disney\, on movies such as Star Wars: The Force Awaken and Jurassic World\, and  is an illustration for various children’s books. She also creates her own unique illustrations. Check out her work at; \nhttps://www.katherine-olenic.com/ \n@katherine_olenic \n  \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/deer-in-the-forest-for-families/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20231123T220249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143622Z
UID:10000271-1710147600-1710518400@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:MARCH BREAK ART CAMP  |  ART HISTORY TIME MACHINE!
DESCRIPTION:MARCH BREAK ART CAMP  |  Art History Time Machine!  \nMonday\, March 11 –  Friday\, March 15\, 2024  \n9 am – 4 pm \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36 \n$350 no hst  |  All materials provided \n1 spot left \nLet’s time-warp our way through Art History with artists Rae\, Alexa and Stephanie for a week of time-travelling ART Exploration! \nThe old masters will meet their match when our young makers mix it up and learn some classic artmaking techniques! Try your hand at Mesopotamian Bas-Relief Prints. Byzantium Mosaics. Egg Tempera Animal Portraits. A Van Gogh Pop-Up. A Mixed Media canvas inspired by the Group of 7’s Lawren Harris! \nGet ready for a multi-media-mash-up week of creativity\, fresh air play & friendship! \n \nThis year we have expanded our March Break Art Camp and will be working in both our cheery Art Classroom and the sunny Sparrow’s Nest Maker Space. \nLed by ECFTA Art Educators Rae Abel\, Alexa Collette and Stephanie Lines-Toohill\, the week will be a balance of guided art instruction in our art classroom and open-flow creativity in our maker space! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun: \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please contact us or email Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \n\nMeet Rae\, Alexa and Steph! \nRae Abel (they/them) is an artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \n  \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making! \n  \nStephanie Lines-Toohill brings her magical mix of compassion\, creativity\, and mindfulness to everything she does. She reminds us to pause and find wonder in unexpected places. She helps us let go of our worries and to be brave. Steph also runs Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace\, a collaborative community space of connection. You might find her on a forest walk where she finds calming inspiration and beautiful found objects. Stephanie has been leading youth art groups and community art opportunities for over 15 years. She champions the process of each artist as a curious explorer! \n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/march-break-art-camp-art-history-time-machine/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240127T204443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143746Z
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SUMMARY:SUPPORTIVE ARTS THURSDAYS for Adults with Varying Abilities  |  Spring Thursday Program
DESCRIPTION:SPRING 2024 Thursday Classes  |  14-week series \nTHURSDAY mornings  |  March 21 – June 20\, 2024  |  10 am – 12 pm \nWeekly inclusive ART & mindfulness THURSDAY WORKSHOPS for adults with varying abilities. \nsold out \n \nAre you a Passport funding recipient? If so\, please email programming@ecfta.ca if you would require special Passport receipts. \nMax. 14 spaces |  Ages 18+  |  $252 + hst for all 14 weeks  \nParticipants please register for the full season block. No charge for support workers or caregivers. \nSUPPORTIVE ARTS is a unique program offering arts-based learning opportunities and compelling artistic experiences to individuals with varying abilities. We welcome adults and caregivers from Wellington County and the surrounding areas to our weekly program\, led by ECFTA Arts Educators and Mindfulness Coach. \nJoin us for a guided 2-hour workshop designed to support adults of all abilities. Each session\, we will embrace diversity and friendship through explorations in art making\, movement\, mindfulness and music. Every week is as unique as each of our participants!  \nOUR SPACE Our bright and cheerful ECFTA classroom is wheelchair accessible and accommodates up to 14 participants\, with accompanying support workers and volunteers. \n Supportive Arts is offered at a subsidized rate\, thanks to the Centre Wellington 100 Women Who Care and our Spring Fundraising Gala! \n \nREFUNDS please note\, there is no refund for missed classes. If you are unable to attend for any reason\, classes are transferrable to other participants. \nPAYMENT can be made using a credit card by registering below. \nRegistration & payment via e-transfer or personal cheque are also accepted by contacting Judy at programming@ecfta.ca \nPlease contact us for more information about the program or for availability in our Supportive Arts program! \nVisit our Facebook page for photos and updates!
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/supportive-arts-thursdays-for-adults-with-varying-abilities-spring-thursday-program/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20230810T204652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143338Z
UID:10000240-1712566800-1712592000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:SPRING AWAKENING!  APRIL PA DAY FOR KIDS!
DESCRIPTION:SPRING AWAKENING!  |  PA Day for Kids! \nMonday\, April 8\, 2024  |  9 am – 4 pm \nPA Day camp has been changed to Monday April 8\, to align with UGDSB PA Day schedule.  Please contact programming@ecfta.ca if you have registered and would like a refund for the Friday\, April 19 PA Day. \nIf you have registered already for April 19\, your spot is secure. Please join  us on Monday the 8th! \nAges 4-12  |  Max 36 \n$70 no hst \n1 spot left! Please email programming@ecfta.ca for a spot. \nApril SHOWERS bring May FLOWERS in this creative-play-day featuring expressive watercolour painting and paper. Let’s spread our arms wide and welcome April\, learn about the solar eclipse and let our creativity shine in our cheery Art Classroom and Maker Space! \nThis school year\, we have expanded our PA Day program to accommodate 36 young artists! We will be dividing our PA Day kids into 2 groups (ages 4-6 and 7-12) and working in both our cheery Art Classroom and the sunny Sparrow’s Nest Maker Space . \nLed by ECFTA Art Educators Alexa Collette and Stephanie Lines-Toohill. Our PD days are a balance of guided art instruction & learning in our art classroom\, and open-creative exploration in our maker space. Along with outdoor fresh air and play during breaks\, as always! \n \n\nAbout the Instructors \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nStephanie Lines-Toohill brings her magical mix of compassion\, creativity\, and mindfulness to everything she does. She reminds us to pause and find wonder in unexpected places. She helps us let go of our worries and to be brave. Steph also runs Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace\, a collaborative community space of connection. You might find her on a forest walk where she finds calming inspiration and beautiful found objects. Stephanie has been leading youth art groups and community art opportunities for over 15 years. She champions the process of each artist as a curious explorer! \n\nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun! \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for getting messy\n\n\n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date\, Registration fees may however be credited to an alternate course/workshop. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/spring-awakening-april-pa-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240218T012644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143806Z
UID:10000300-1713463200-1713474000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:BRACELET & EARRINGS |  SCALE-MAILLE WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:BRACELET & EARRING | SCALE-MAILLE WORKSHOP \nWITH ARTISAN MAILLE \nThursday\, April 18\, 2024  |  6:00-9:00 PM \nAges 16+  |  Max. 20  |  $75 + hst   |  All materials included. \nUnleash your creativity and dive into the mesmerizing world of scalemaille with this Thursday evening workshop\, designed for both beginners and seasoned crafters. \nIn this hands-on session\, you’ll  create your very own scalemaille bracelet and earrings\, blending the ancient art of maille with the shimmering beauty of scales! \n \nJoin us and transform simple materials into stunning pieces that capture the light! Rachel and Brad of Artisan Maille will guide you through the process of selecting scales\, linking rings\, and assembling them into wearable art. Whether you’re looking to make a statement piece or add a unique touch to your jewelry collection\, this workshop offers the skills and inspiration you need to craft your own scalemaille accessories. \nThis 3 hour class is a perfect introduction to the how-to’s of creating aluminum scale-maille patterns. A great way to keep the creativity flowing this spring! \n  \nMeet Artisan Maille! \n \nBrad and Rachel of Artisan Maille have been creating chainmaille for almost 10 years. They love to demonstrate their creativity by giving this medieval armor crafting a modern twist. \nInstagram: @Artisan.Maille\nFacebook: @ArtisanMaille\nTiktok: @Artisan.Maille\nEtsy: ArtisanMailleShop.etsy.com \n  \n \n\nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/bracelet-earring-scale-maille-workshop/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240508T231215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143926Z
UID:10000314-1717322400-1717344000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:AFTER MONET  |  INTRO TO OIL PAINTING WITH RICK WORTHINGTON
DESCRIPTION:AFTER MONET  |  INTRO TO OIL PAINTING   \nwith RICK WORTHINGTON \nSunday\, June 2\, 2024  |  10 am-4 pm \nAGES 16+  |  MAX 12   \n$150 + hst  |  $15 kit fee \nExplore the art of oil painting with Elora artist Rick Worthington in this introduction to oil painting as we look to Monet for inspiration. Artists will be guided in how to create the atmospheric qualities of light in Claude Monet’s 1903 painting The Houses of Parliament. Join us for this bite-sized workshop designed to inspire your journey into impressionistic oil painting! \n \nRick will share techniques on composition\, contrast\, depth\, and guide you through the development of precise values. Using a limited palette of warm and cool primary colours\, artists will learn colour-mixing skills to develop their own paintings with depth and contrast. Great for all skill levels. \n$15 kit fee is payable in cash to the instructor at the start of class. \nKit fee includes oil paint\, odourless solvent\, reference image\, brushes etc \nStudents are asked to provide their choice of canvas\, any level. Suggested sizes: 12×14\, 12×16\, 14×18\, 16×20 \n\nMeet Rick! \nRick Worthington\, an accomplished full-time impressionist painter based in the charming village of Elora\, Ontario. Rick secured his position as a notable artist by winning first place in the “Modern Impressionist Magazine” October/November salon of 2023. His vibrant oil paintings\, depicting lively street scenes and cozy cafes\, are highly sought after\, masterfully capturing the interplay of light and shadow to create a captivating atmosphere. \nTo view more of Rick’s luminous paintings\, please visit https://www.worthingtonpaintings.com/  @rick.worthington.art \n  \n \n  \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/after-monet-intro-to-oil-painting-with-rick-worthington/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20230810T231303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143339Z
UID:10000241-1717750800-1717776000@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:THE MIRROR ROOM IN JUNE!  JUNE PA DAY FOR KIDS!
DESCRIPTION:The MIRROR ROOM in June!  | PA Day for Kids! \nFriday\, June 7\, 2024  |  9 am – 4 pm \nAges 4-12  |  Max 36 \n$70 no hst \none spot available! \nJoin us for a colourful and cheery day discovering Yayoi Kusama’s magical world of PA Day POLKADOTS and MIRRORS! We’ll be focusing on pattern\, repetition\, and bending & shaping space & time\, so get your noggin’ ready! http://www.yayoi-kusama.jp/ \n \nThis school year\, we have expanded our PA Day program to accommodate 36 young artists! We will be dividing our PA Day kids into 2 groups (ages 4-6 and 7-12) and working in both our cheery Art Classroom and the sunny Sparrow’s Nest Maker Space . \nLed by ECFTA Art Educators Alexa Collette and Stephanie Lines-Toohill. Our PD days will be a balance of guided art instruction & learning in our art classroom\, and open-creative exploration in our maker space. Along with outdoor fresh air and play during breaks\, as always! \n \n\nAbout the Instructors \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nStephanie Lines-Toohill brings her magical mix of compassion\, creativity\, and mindfulness to everything she does. She reminds us to pause and find wonder in unexpected places. She helps us let go of our worries and to be brave. Steph also runs Sparrow’s Nest Makerspace\, a collaborative community space of connection. You might find her on a forest walk where she finds calming inspiration and beautiful found objects. Stephanie has been leading youth art groups and community art opportunities for over 15 years. She champions the process of each artist as a curious explorer! \n\nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and fun! \n\nA healthy mid-morning snack and lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for getting messy\n\n\n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance.  In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel courses/ workshops\, & you would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit can be applied to a future course/ workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/the-mirror-room-in-june-pa-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240222T230458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143817Z
UID:10000301-1717840800-1717862400@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:WEAVING TECHNIQUES  |  TAPESTRY WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN
DESCRIPTION:WEAVING TECHNIQUES  |   \nTAPESTRY WITH DIANNE KENNEDY CRUTTENDEN \nSATURDAY\, JUNE 8\, 2024  |  10 AM – 4 PM \nAGES 14+  |  MAX 10  |  $110 + hst  \nJoin textile artist Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden for a full day of learning a variety of tapestry techniques! This workshop is for those weavers who want a review and for new weavers to get started on your tapestry weaving adventure! \nDianne brings her wealth of knowledge and spirit of adventure to this immersive 6-hour workshop. In this playful class you will explore weaving through a variety of tapestry techniques such as: plain weave\, rya knots\, soumack\, eccentric weave and irregular hatching. Participants will learn weaving techniques and some of Dianne’s favourite stitches and tips to create designs while exploring form\, colour and texture. Dianne will have a variety of small looms to show you\, so you may continue your adventure in weaving by building a small loom yourself or purchase from a number of companies a finished loom. \nThe joys of tapestry weaving awaits! \nPlease note there is a $30 kit fee\, payable in cash to Dianne at the start of class. \nYour kit will have a large selection of beautiful yarns to choose from and a simple frame loom\, tapestry bobbins and everything you will need to continue/start your tapestry weaving adventure. \n           \n\nMeet Dianne! \n \nDianne has been creating woven art since the early 1970’s. Dianne first studied weaving at Sheridan School of Design\, apprenticed with Robert L. Kidd in Michigan and in 2015 completed an internship with Master Tapestry artist Maximo Laura in his studio in Lima\, Peru. A lifetime of weaving; Dianne’s work has been shown and collected throughout North America in venues such as The Detroit Institute of Art\, Nuit Blanche in Ottawa\, The Gore Bay Museum\, the Textile Museum of Canada\, The Queen Street Gallery in Niagara on the Lake\, The Brick Room Gallery in St. Cathrines and the Sheepish Grin on Manitoulin Island\, The Elora Fergus Studio Tour\, and is a member of the Octarines Women’s Art Collective that has shown throughout the area. Dianne shows at the Craig Gallery in Meaford\, Ontario and recently won an award for her piece in the recent ‘Insights’ show at the Wellington County Museum and will be participating in the Pelham Art Show in Fonthill over this coming Mothers Day Weekend. \n 
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/weaving-techniques-tapestry-with-dianne-kennedy-cruttenden/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240110T020802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143647Z
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SUMMARY:Micro Mini MAKERS! | Miniature World Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:MICRO MINI MAKERS!  |  Miniature World Camp \nTuesday\, July 2 – Friday\, July 5\, 2024 (4 day camp) \n9 am to 4 pm \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36  |  $280 no hst   \nIt’s a micro-art world week! Small hands can make great art in a week full of tiny builds\, small-scale sculptures\, and mini masterpieces! \nWe will explore a mix-up of mediums all micro-focused on the miniature. It will be petite-week of pint-sized perfection! \nsold out \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Alexa! \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE OUR 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/micro-mini-makers-miniature-world-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240110T225155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143656Z
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SUMMARY:Mid-Century MINI MODERNISTS!  |  Young Designers Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Century MINI MODERNISTS! | Young Designers Camp \nMonday\, July 8 – Friday\, July 12\, 2024  \n9 am to 4 pm \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36  |  $350 no hst  \nsold out! \nGet ready to think outside of the box! Modernist thinkers and artists pushed the boundaries of art making and new materials and so will we!  \nWe’ll explore the modernist teachings of the Bauhaus and focus our skills on developing Paul Klee-inspired block printmaking; 3-D architectural sculptures in the style of Wassily Kandinsky’s landscapes; and a kinetic wall sculpture that would make Maholy-Nagy proud! \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Rae! \nRae Abel (they/them) \nAn artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma. Rae is currently enrolled in the B.Ed program at Laurier and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mid-century-mini-modernists-young-designers-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240719T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T005927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143657Z
UID:10000281-1721034000-1721404800@eloracentreforthearts.ca
SUMMARY:Beyond the STRATOSPHERE!  |  TECH+ART Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the STRATOSPHERE! | TECH+ART Camp \nMonday\, July 15 – Friday\, July 19\, 2024  \n9 am to 4 pm   \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36  |  $350 no hst  \nCampers! Let your  imagination go sky-high in this hi-octane art power pack week of science and art! Design and build your own model rocket throughout the week and turn them into kinetic flying works of art.  \nOn Friday\, we’ll make sparks fly and launch our rockets into the sky for a ka-pow display of our creative genius! We will explore new worlds where young artists have never gone before! \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Rae! \nRae Abel (they/them) \nAn artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma. Rae is currently enrolled in the B.Ed program at Laurier and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/beyond-the-stratosphere-techart-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T012944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143659Z
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SUMMARY:POW! POP! PLAY!  |  Pop-Art Power Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:POW! POP! PLAY! | POP-ART Power Camp \nMonday\, July 22 – Friday\, July 26\, 2024  \n9 am to 4 pm   \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36  |  $350 no hst   \nsold out\nExplore the colourful KA-POW world of pop culture in this big bold week featuring some big-wigs of the POP Art world! \n Andy Warhol\, Keith Herring\, Jasper Johns and Roy Lichtenstein will come to visit and inspire a week full of eye-popping colour\, bold design\, printmaking\, stencils\, collage and paint! \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Alexa! \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/pow-pop-play-pop-art-power-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T015635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143701Z
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SUMMARY:MYSTERY Mansions!  |  Design it+Build it Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:MYSTERY Mansions! | DESIGN IT+BUILD IT! Camp \nMonday\, July 29 – Friday\, August 2\, 2024 \n9 am to 4 pm   \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36  |  $350 no hst   \nsold out\nRoll up your sleeves this week and get ready to design + build a MANSION of monolithic proportions! We will be the designers\, architects\, and creators of our own collaborative mysterious build. Behind every door is a new mystery!  \nIn each room will have a secret to solve. From invisible ink messages\, trap doors\, and kinetic sculptures\, we will create a mansion that will put the Winchester house to shame. Will you be able to find your way out of this mystery? \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Rae! \nRae Abel (they/them) \nAn artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma. Rae is currently enrolled in the B.Ed program at Laurier and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/mystery-mansions-design-it-build-it-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T024351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143702Z
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SUMMARY:ABC’s + LMNOP’s  |  Alphabet Summer Art Camp for Ages 4-6!
DESCRIPTION:ABC’s + LMNOP’s | ALPHABET ART Camp for AGES 4-6! \nTuesday\, August 6 – Friday\, August 9\, 2024 (4 day camp) \n9 am to 4 pm   \nAges 4-6  |  Max 36  |  $280 no hst   \nsold out \nThe alphabet offers 27 amazing opportunities to get creative! Let’s go all alphagetti this week and explore the world of the ABCDErian. \n We’ll learn about unusual words from other cultures\, alphabets from around the world\, night writing for the dark\, and create our own personal alphabet font! \nThis camp is designed for you youngest artists who are just entering their learning journey. Projects will be geared for our 4-6 year olds\, with a day full of making fun and play. A great introduction to Summer Camp! \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Alexa! \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/abcs-lmnops-alphabet-summer-art-camp-for-ages-4-6/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T032221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143703Z
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SUMMARY:OUTDOOR Explorers!  |  Plein-Air+More Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:OUTDOOR Explorers! | PLEIN-AIR+MORE Camp \nMonday\, August 12 – Friday\, August 16\, 2024  |  9 am to 4 pm   \nAGES 5-12  |  MAX 36  |   \n$350  |  No hst \nsold out \nLet’s break out of the studio this week and head outdoors for some plein air in the fresh air and learn about some earth-shaking art movements that embrace the environment and the earth beneath our feet! We’ll explore the tradition of plein air painting in the great outdoors\, with a nod to the Group of Seven\, and get some green-spiration from the Earth Art and Environmental Art movements. \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Rae! \nRae Abel (they/them) \nAn artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma. Rae is currently enrolled in the B.Ed program at Laurier and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/outdoor-explorers-plein-airmore-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T035304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143705Z
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SUMMARY:MAGICAL Creatures!  |  Draw+Doodle Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:MAGICAL Creatures! | DRAW + DOODLE Camp  \nTuesday\, August 20 – Friday\, August 23\, 2024 (4 day camp)  |  9 am to 4 pm   \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36   \n$280|  No hst   \nsold out \nIf you love\, doodling\, drawing\, toons\, anime\, story booking or story boarding\, this camp is for you! Magical Creatures is a drawing-forward camp\, focusing on pencil\, ink\, illustration markers\, watercolour\, fun fonts and text. This camp is perfect for the young illustrator in you! \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Alexa! \nAlexa Collette recently graduated from the BA program at the University of Guelph and has been facilitating workshops and camp experiences for the past few years and loving every minute of it! Alexa is a painter\, drawer\, loves creating murals\, and collaborating with the community. She is excited to create a space for art-making and exploration at the Elora Centre for the Arts! \n  \n  \n  \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/magical-creatures-drawdoodle-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240111T041214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T143711Z
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SUMMARY:Small HUMANS Big ART!  |  Big Ideas Summer Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:Small HUMANS Big ART! | BIG IDEAS Camp \nMonday\, August 26 – Friday\, August 30\, 2024   |  9 AM- to 4 PM \nAges 5-12  |  Max 36   \n$350  |  No hst   \nsold out \nSmall hands can make BIG work in this week of thinking big and making bigger! Let’s look at the world around us through a new lens…a magnifying lens! In this thinking-big week\, young artists will create monstrously sized insects that glide over the classroom; explore printmaking with the bountiful patterns found in nature; and join in a collaborative mural that takes its inspiration from the abstracted chaos of Jackson Pollock mixed with a kid-made Rorschach test. \n \nOur Summer Camps are led by ECFTA Art Educators and our cheery staff of Summer Students. Our Campers will be working in 2 groups in both our studio Art Classroom and sunny Maker Space. The week will be a balance of guided art instruction\, open-flow creativity and outdoor fun! \nMeet Rae! \nRae Abel (they/them) \nAn artist\, trained in Fine Arts from the University of Waterloo\, Rae also holds a Montessori Teachers College diploma. Rae is currently enrolled in the B.Ed program at Laurier and brings a unique artistic appreciation and knowledge to all their teaching. In the past Rae has worked at the Clay & Glass Gallery as a programmer and teacher and has a passion for the arts and supporting all young artists! \nTo ensure that your child is ready for a full day of art making and outdoor play \n\nA healthy snack & lunch\nRefillable water bottle\nDress for the weather and for making art!\n\nFor more information or registration inquiries please email us at camps@ecfta.ca \n\nPLEASE NOTE 2024 CANCELLATION POLICY \nIF YOU CANCEL  |  Cancellations up to Friday\, May 31\, will receive a full refund\, less $75 administration fee. After Saturday\, June 1\, fees are nonrefundable. \nIF WE CANCEL  |  In the unlikely event of cancellation\, ECFTA will issue a full refund.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/small-humans-big-art-big-ideas-summer-art-camp/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Classes,Young Makers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025730
CREATED:20240723T221902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T131755Z
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SUMMARY:FALL OPEN STUDIO SERIES  |  WITH EILEEN MACARTHUR (6 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:6-WEEK EVENING OPEN STUDIO  \nThursdays | October 10\, 17\, 24\, Wednesday 30\, November 7\, 14\, 2024 | 6:30 -8:30 pm  (Please note\, no class Thursday\, Oct 31. Week 4 will be held on Wednesday\, Oct 30.) \n AGES 14+  |  MAX 12    $180 + hst for all 6 weeks \nOPEN STUDIO with artist Eileen MacArthur is designed for artists who have some experience and would like specific guidance to develop or resolve their artwork. All mediums are welcome in this collaborative and friendly Thursday evening series! \n \nClass will focus on individual and group critiques\, as well as affording the students to opportunity to experiment with various methods and materials if they choose. The working environment will be collaborative and specific exercises will be included for students to develop their critical thinking and studio practice. \nWeek one\, students will start with some warm-up exercises\, make a material list and be asked to shop for their supplies for weeks 2-6. Materials will be provided for week one. \nEileen offers a welcoming and collaborative environment for all skill levels to learn from one another\, while developing their own individual art practice. \nMeet Eileen! \nEileen MacArthur is a practicing artist and arts educator with over 15 years of experience teaching art to adults and children at the Elora Centre for the Arts\, the Guelph School of Art\, Studiohere and the Art Gallery of Guelph. She holds a Master of Fine Art degree from the University of Guelph\, and a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University. Eileen is inspired by watching artist communities evolve and flourish! Eileen has been an ongoing Arts Educator at the Elora Centre for the Arts as part of our Supportive Arts program for adults with (dis)abilities. She is also our lead Arts Educator for our Youth Outreach program “Connecting to Community Through Art” that supports high school and elementary students in the Learning Resource Students and Life Skills programs\, helping them feel connected to their community through art projects that spark conversation\, awareness and belonging. Eileen owns and operates the Arthur School of Art\, an art school located in her studio at her home in Arthur Ontario.  Find out more about Eileen. \n\n  \n \nIF YOU CANCEL \nCancellations up to 14 days prior to start date will receive a full refund\, less a $25 administrative fee. No refund of fees will apply to cancellations within 14 days of start date. Fees may be applied/credited to an alternate workshop depending on availability. \nIF WE CANCEL \nTo help ensure the course you’re interested in runs\, we suggest you register no less than two weeks in advance. In the event of insufficient registrations ECFTA reserves the right to cancel workshops. You would be eligible for a full refund of fees\, or credit for a future workshop\, pending availability.
URL:https://eloracentreforthearts.ca/event/fall-open-studio-with-eileen-macarthur/
LOCATION:Elora Centre for the Arts\, 75 Melville Street\, Elora\, Ontario\, N0B 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshops,Classes
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