Teaching artist: George Apotsos

Recommended for ages  6 - 12. What happens when art breaks free from the everyday world? In this exciting exploration, young artists will discover the colorful, expressive universe of abstract art, where imagination takes the lead and there are no wrong answers.
Students will experiment with both two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects, learning how artists use shapes, colors, textures, and forms to express feelings and ideas without creating realistic pictures. Through hands-on activities, they'll explore the work of famous abstract artists and then create their own unique pieces using a variety of materials including paint, collage, sculpture, and mixed media.
Each session combines art history, creative techniques, and studio time to inspire fresh ways of seeing and making art. Your child will learn fundamental concepts like composition, color theory, and visual balance while having the freedom to make bold creative choices. Whether they're dripping paint like Jackson Pollock, building geometric sculptures, or creating textured abstract collages, students will develop confidence in their artistic voice and learn that art can communicate in ways beyond the literal.
This class is perfect for creative thinkers who love to experiment, as well as students who are ready to explore art in a new way. Students will complete multiple finished artworks to take home and share. All skill levels are welcome, and materials are provided. Please send your child in clothes that can get messy!

A $25 material fee is included in the class fee.

Please note that this class may be held on the second floor of the building, and there is no elevator access. Students must be able to climb one flight of stairs.

Here is a link for details regarding AOY Terms & Conditions. Online payment at time of registration is preferred. Please note, if you choose to use the "payment by check" option, that checks are accepted only during the first 4 weeks of registration and the check payment option expires two weeks prior to the start of each class. Checks must be received two weeks prior to the start date for completion of registration in order to be added to the class roster. Registrations will be cancelled if payments are not received prior to these deadlines.