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Artists for Kids offers After School Art classes for students each Fall, Winter and Spring term. All art supplies and materials are included in the course fee. Taught by art specialist teachers and assisted by secondary art students, our classes provide students the opportunity to further their artistic ability and foster positive attitudes towards the visual arts. See below for info and to register!

Registration for Winter 2023 classes is open!

Class Title	Description	Details	Location
Clay Creations	Students will learn a variety of techniques to create wild and wonderful ceramic creations. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with hand building, decoration, and glazing.	Mondays (8) Jan. 9 - Mar. 6, 2023 (no class Feb. 20th) 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: TBD	Artists for Kids - Shadbolt Studio 2121 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K6	Full - Call for waitlist
Art Explorations	Students will explore art concepts through a variety of mediums. Students will paint, draw and use multimedia to create personalized art pieces. Students are encouraged to try new things and explore.	Tuesdays (8) Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Genevieve Bailey	Larson Elementary, Portable 012 2605 Larson Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3W4	Register here
Painting with Wool: The Art of Felting	Students will be introduced to the magic of creating with wool in this dynamic class. Students explore techniques in needle and wet felting. They will learn to create both 3D and 2D shapes and designs and will complete an artwork in wool, inspired by the work of a prominent artist.	Tuesdays (8) Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Theresa Jette	Eastview Elementary, Rm 126 1801 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2M7	Register here
Primarily Painting	It’s Primarily Painting, but students will be introduced to other mediums such as printmaking and drawing that increase the artmaking fun.	Tuesdays (8) Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 1-3 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Catherine Schechter	Artists for Kids - Shadbolt Studio 2121 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K6	Full - call for waitlist
Art-Full Bookmaking!	Students will have a "hoot" joining Mrs. Heather Korlak for four sessions creating hand-bound books, followed by four sessions creating owl-themed art with Mrs. Jennifer Butterfield. The projects will culminate in a hand-bound owl art booklet!	Tuesdays (8) Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 3-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Jennifer Butterfield / Heather Korlak	Cove Cliff Elementary, Rm. 2 1818 Banbury Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7G 1W4	Register here
Eco Explorers	Join us for an exciting exploration of a variety of art mediums that will include drawing materials, paint, clay, and collage. Students will create a variety of 2D and 3D works inspired by the natural environment.	Tuesdays (8) Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-6 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Heather Dewling	Blueridge Elementary, Rm. 105 2650 Bronte Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1M4	Full - call for waitlist
The ABCs of Art	Students will explore artists and art movements through the alphabet. Through fun drawing and painting projects, they will be introduced to the elements and principles of art.	Wednesdays (8) Jan. 11 - Mar. 1, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 1-2 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Marcel Eugene	Eastview Elementary, Rm 129 1801 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2M7	Register here
Watercolours	Explore the exciting world of watercolour painting. Students will learn to create artworks with washes of colour and build up surfaces with brilliant painting.	Wednesdays (8) Jan. 11 - Mar. 1, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 3-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Caroline Falconer	Boundary Elementary, Rm. 011 750 26th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7K 1A4	Full - call for waitlist
Digital Art	This class incorporates modern technology as a tool for creative expression. Using a variety of graphic programs and techniques, students will develop their artistic skills to create digital artwork.	Wednesdays (8) Jan. 11 - Mar. 1, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 6-8 Class fee: $180 Instructor Nathalie Scott-Desfosses	Handsworth Secondary, Rm. 1052 1033 Handsworth Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2A7	Register here
Éducation Artistique	Students will explore a variety of painting and drawing mediums inspired by artists throughout history - all the while extending their French language learning! The class will be conducted in French and is suitable for French Immersion students in grades 4-7. Specifically, this term students will explore mediums, movements and artists such as Impressionism, Neoclassicism, Lichenstein, Klimt, acrylics, clay and much more.	Wednesdays (8) Jan. 11 - Mar. 1, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Laura Hall	Boundary Elementary, Rm. 010 750 26th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7K 1A4	Register here
Art Adventure	Students will have the opportunity to experience printmaking, sculpture, drawing, and painting through six individual projects.	Wednesdays (8) Jan. 11 - Mar. 1, 2023 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 2-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Paul Best	Lynnmour Elementary, Multipurpose Room 800 Forsman Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2G6	Register here
Woodworking	Students will be introduced to the magic and value of woodworking in this hands-on, dynamic workshop. Over the eight weeks, your child will be taught safe work habits while building cool projects and having fun.	Thursdays (8) Jan. 12 - Mar. 2, 2023 3:45pm - 5:15 pm Grades 5-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Bob Miraftab	Carson Graham Secondary 2145 Mahon Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2W7	Full - call for waitlist
Teen Sculpture & Mixed Media	Students will learn construction and decoration techniques using clay and glaze, engage with other 3D materials, and do some printmaking using professional supplies and equipment. No experience necessary.	Thursdays (6) Jan. 12 - Feb. 16, 2023 4:00 - 6:00 pm Grades 8-12 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Kory Bogen	Handsworth Secondary, Rm 1051 1033 Handsworth Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2A7	Register here

All class information is subject to change prior to November 16th, 2022.

If you child requires support at school, or will be attending classes with a support worker, please contact afkinfo@sd44.ca as soon as possible after registering.

Bursaries are available for those in need of financial support. Please contact AFK for more information on bursaries.

Cancellation policy:

if student withdraws two business days prior to start of first class - refund full amount
if student withdraws within two business days of the start of the class or after attending first class only - refund full amount minus $30.00 processing fee
if student withdraws after attending second class - no refunds

Fall 2022 After School Art Classes

Class Title	Description	Details	Location
Clay Creations	Students will learn a variety of techniques to create wild and wonderful ceramic creations. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with hand building, decoration, and glazing.	Mondays (8) October 17 to December 12, 2022 (no class Oct. 31) 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Catherine Schechter	Artists for Kids - Shadbolt Studio 2121 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K6	FULL
Painting with Wool: The Art of Felting	Students will be introduced to the magic of creating with wool in this dynamic class. Students explore techniques in needle and wet felting. They will learn to create both 3D and 2D shapes and designs and will complete an artwork in wool, inspired by the work of a prominent artist.	Tuesdays (8) October 18 to December 6, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Theresa Jette	Eastview Elementary, Rm 126 1801 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2M7	Registration closed
Painting & Drawing	Students will explore the elements and principles of art as they experiment and play with a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, pastel, and collage.	Tuesdays (8) October 11 to December 6, 2022 (no class Nov. 8th) 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 2-4 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Jackie Lamont	Canyon Heights Elementary, Rm. 210 4501 Highland Blvd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 3A2	Registration closed
Primarily Painting	It’s Primarily Painting, but students will be introduced to other mediums such as printmaking and drawing that increase the artmaking fun.	Tuesdays (8) October 11 to November 29, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 1-3 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Catherine Schechter	Artists for Kids - Shadbolt Studio 2121 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC V7M 2K6	FULL
Adventures in Drawing & Painting	Students will create exciting works of art using a variety of drawing and painting tools and processes while exploring the work of prominent artists.	Tuesdays (8) October 11 to December 6, 2022 (no class Nov. 15) 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Genevieve Bailey	Larson Elementary, Portable 012 2605 Larson Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7N 3W4	Registration closed
Watercolour	Explore the exciting world of watercolour painting. Students will learn to create artworks with washes of colour and build up surfaces with brilliant painting.	Wednesdays (8) October 12 to November 30, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 3-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Caroline Falconer	Boundary Elementary, Rm. 011 750 26th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7K 1A4	FULL
Art Adventure	Students will have the opportunity to experience printmaking, sculpture, drawing, and painting through six individual projects.	Wednesdays (8) October 19 to December 7, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 2-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Paul Best	Lynnmour Elementary, Multipurpose Room 800 Forsman Ave, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2G6	Registration closed
The ABCs of Art	Students will explore artists and art movements through the alphabet. Through fun drawing and painting projects, they will be introduced to the elements and principles of art.	Wednesdays (8) October 19 to December 7, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 1-2 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Marcel Eugene	Eastview Elementary, Rm 129 1801 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver, BC V7J 2M7	Full - Call for waitlist
Éducation Artistique	Students will explore a variety of painting and drawing mediums inspired by artists throughout history - all the while extending their French language learning! The class will be conducted in French and is suitable for French Immersion students in grades 4-7.	Wednesdays (8) October 12 to November 30, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Laura Hall	Boundary Elementary, Rm. 010 750 26th St E, North Vancouver, BC V7K 1A4	Registration Closed
Digital Art	This class incorporates modern technology as a tool for creative expression. Using a variety of graphic programs and techniques, students will develop their artistic skills to create digital artwork.	Wednesdays (8) October 12 to November 30, 2022 3:45-5:15 pm Grades 6-8 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Nathalie Scott-Desfosses	Handsworth Secondary, Rm. 1052 1033 Handsworth Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7R 2A7	Registration Closed
Masterful Mixed Media	In this class we will be exploring the subject of ELEPHANTS. We will be using various mediums and techniques (acrylic and watercolour painting, collage, charcoal, printmaking, among others) to create exciting works of art.	Wednesdays (8) October 19 to December 7, 2022 3:45 - 5:15 pm Grades 4-7 Class fee: $180 Instructor: Jennifer Butterfield	Cove Cliff Elementary, Rm. 5 1818 Banbury Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7G 1W4	Registration closed

All class information is subject to change prior to September 13th.

If you child requires support at school, or will be attending classes with a support worker, please contact afkinfo@sd44.ca as soon as possible after registering.

Bursaries are available for those in need of financial support. Please contact AFK for more information on bursaries.

Cancellation policy:

if student withdraws two business days prior to start of first class - refund full amount
if student withdraws within two business days of the start of the class or after attending first class only - refund full amount minus $30.00 processing fee
if student withdraws after attending second class - no refunds