AGA Youth programs offer exciting opportunities for youth to experiment with art and ideas in the studio and in the Gallery. Led by local artists and designed especially for teens aged 13-17, AGA Youth Programs give teens the space to explore their own style while learning about art fundamentals and contemporary art-making techniques.
Studio Y Drop-In
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
$10/workshop
Studio Y is a space where youth can explore art-making, self expression and meet other teen artists. Taught by experienced artist-instructors, Studio Y Workshops are designed for youth aged 13-17 and aim to offer young artists opportunities to explore their own artistic style while learning about contemporary art-making techniques. Studio Y workshops introduce projects and ideas that give the space for youth to discover their creative voice, develop their range of technical skills, and explore materials in a supportive, challenging and fun environment.
February 2
Look Closer: Miniature Painting
Check out the new exhibition CHRIS MILLAR: The Untimely Transmogrification of the Problem and take a close look at the work of this local artist. In the studio, try a variety of experimental painting techniques to create your own untimely transmogrifications!
February 9
Fleeting Moments: Impressions in Video
Use video and sound to explore movement. Get inspired by the paintings by Monet, Renoir and the other impressionists in this fun multi-media studio.
February 16
Sketch: Experimental Drawing
Investigate the art of Picasso, Dali, Duchamp and more through in-gallery sketching before returning to the studio to create a series of experimental drawings in chalk and oil pastels.
February 23
Guest Artist Visit! Dara Humniski
For this special Studio Y workshop, local artist and designer Dara Humniski will be joining us to create large scale wall drawings in the TD Education Gallery! Learn how Dara created her work entitled Mass currently featured in Manning Hall and then create your own work of art with the artist.
March 1
Bend: Malleable Materials
Bend, shape and manipulate a variety of materials as you build a sculptural work inspired by artists in the gallery.
March 8
Found: Text Collage
Get inspired by the Dada movement to work with text, drawing and chance in this collage studio. Using found text from newspapers, magazines and books, combine, layer and manipulate to create a narrative composition.
March 15
Push/Pull: Photo Manipulation
What does packing tape and bleach have to do with photo manipulation? Modify your photos using low-tech/high-tech strategies. Compose and compile your work to create a collage of manipulated and altered photos.
March 22
Swirl: Watercolour painting
Get inspired by some of Alberta’s well-known watercolourists before returning to the studio to paint. Learn a number of techniques and awesome effects to make your painting the best in the west.
March 29
Spring Break!
No Thursday workshop this week. Check back soon for special Studio Y Spring ArtBreak sessions.
April 5
Puns: Surreal Creations
Be inspired by Salvador Dali and play with words and images to create an artwork with double meaning. Learn a variety of surrealist techniques including collage, decalcomania, and grattage in this fun workshop.
April 12
Ramble: 5X5 Video Walks
Explore contemporary video installations in the gallery before taking a step outside to create a 5 minute continuous video based on the subject of your choice.
April 19
The Future: Abstract Sculpture
Explore sculpture and painting in the exhibitions Icons of Modernism to explore the art of abstraction. IN the studio, create your own futuristic, abstract sculpture using wood blocks and acrylic paint.
April 26
Abstract: Collagraph Printing
Explore the art of abstraction in this print-making studio. Create a self-portrait in the style a modernist artist of your choice. Create a collagraph plate using abstract shapes, lines and colour.
May 3
Play: Surrealist Art Games
Games are for artists too! Work in this studio to explore several games projects related to Surealism. Combine images to create an exquisite corpse, develop automatic drawings, and create a ‘cubomania’ collage!
Youth Residencies
12 Week Residency Program; Thursday, January 12-April 5, 2012
Cost: $120 season/$108 AGA Members
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This winter, the AGA will be offering a new 12 week Youth Residency program where teens can explore the AGA in new and exciting ways! Youth Residents will have the opportunity to become part of a unique group of teen artists that have exclusive opportunities at the AGA including visits from guest artists, behind the scenes tours and ongoing access to Studio Y Thursday Workshops.
Studio Y Residencies include:
- Access to all Studio Y Drop-In Classes offered each Thursday from 3:30-5:30 pm.
- Guest artist-teachers throughout the season.
- Exclusive behind the scenes tours and talks from AGA artists and staff.
- Exciting volunteer opportunities to work with AGA artists and educators.
- A personal sketchbook and drawing materials for use in and out of Studio Y.
- A season-end art show in the TD Education Gallery where youth can show work created in Studio Y.
Studio Y Spring ArtBreak
Open studio: ISMS!
Friday, March 30, 9 am-4 pm
Cost: $64/$58 AGA Members
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Investigate art movements of the twentieth century with this all-day open studio workshop! Begin the day with Dada-inspired experiments and Surrealism art games before visiting the Gallery to explore the art of Picasso, Mondrian, Duchamp and Dali. In the studio, work with painting and print-making to create works that incorporate chance, automatism, abstraction and improvisation.
