The Colorful World of Art
Using examples of impressionist masterwork paintings by artists Monet and Van Gogh, Ms. Phillips will show how color can communicate varying emotional overtones as well as render varying atmospheric conditions. (also available for workshops and residencies)
Grades 3-12

Building Neighborhoods
What better way to learn about a neighborhood than to study its architecture! Students will become aware of their own neighborhood’s history and culture and their own sense of community. (also available for workshops and residencies)
Grades 3-12

Color Fields
Students will observe the sky as a starting point for an exploration of color as they learn the basic color theory. Participants will create landscapes using translucent paper and experiment with color to change and define their work. (also available for workshops and residencies)
Grades K-12
$135 Single
Recommended for groups of less than 40 students. Materials are extra.

Students and teachers who cannot resist the urge to join in will explore various aspects of visual arts. Through a series of entertaining activities, Young Audiences’ visual artists will work to expand students’ powers of observation and help them to transfer what they see onto paper. Along with a bit of storytelling and art history, this program will inspire artistic interest and creative confidence. Choose from the following or request a special program to suit the needs of your school.

The Art of Haiti
Vidho Lorville, a native of Haiti, brings the culture, language, and history of this fascinating country to life. Without a doubt, Haitian art, especially painting and sculpture, is among the most appreciated in the world with artistic activity dating back to the Pre-Columbian era. Mr. Lorville will take students on an artistic journey beginning in the Pre- Columbian era through the Native Art movement and Centre d’Art to present day. (also available for workshops and residencies)
Grades 3-12

The New Orleans Kid Camera Project
Photographer and artist Cat Malovic addresses the psychological and emotional impact of Hurricane Katrina on children who have returned home. Through the use of photography, creative writing and mixed media, children will explore their environment and express themselves and share their stories. This project provides a venue for growth and resiliency through teaching the children tangible skills and exposing them to a new means of expression. (also available for workshops and residencies)
Grades 4-12
Can be adapted for Pre-K-3

Relief Printmaking
Students will learn the many creative possibilities of relief printmaking techniques that allow them to produce multiple copies of drawings and text. They will make original cards or prints that they can share and exchange with fellow classmates.

Silkscreen
Silkscreen printing is commonly used today to print onto t-shirts and other fabrics. Students will learn the creative possibilities of silkscreening and will have the opportunity to silkscreen images onto t-shirts or to create posters or original artworks. They will be able to print multiple copies of their artwork so that they can share it with classmates, friends, and family.

Bookmaking
Students will learn a variety of bookbinding techniques in order to create their own small books and pamphlets. This workshop can also be done in conjunction with the printing and papermaking workshops to create books that feature students’ original artworks.

Papermaking
Students will learn about how paper is made by creating some of their own. Using recycled materials, scrap paper, plant fibers, and other additives, students will learn to make their own colorful and creative paper. From creating the pulp to pulling the final piece of paper from the screen, students will enjoy all parts of the papermaking process.

By manipulating the imagery created, these workshops can be tailored to suit a particular theme.
Grades K-12
$175 Single

Cartooning with Mike
Everyone draws along as Mike Artell shows kids and teachers how to be cartoonists. As the award-winning author and illustrator of more than 35 books for children, parents,
and teachers, Mike knows what children like to draw and how cartooning skills relate to curriculum areas. Mike will also bring original art from his books and read some excerpts to the children. Great fun for all! Technical needs: Mike requires an LCD projector and a screen.
Grades K-8
$250 Single; $530 Double