Children's Art Classes
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We would love your input and we're always looking for workshop teachers! Which art classes for kids would you like to see? Which art classes for kids would you like to teach? Please get in touch with us at programs@nicolavalleyarts.com and let us know.
If you're an instructor and would like to send us a course proposal, please use this form.
To register for one of our classes, click on the registration button for each class. This will take you to a Google Form to be completed. Once you complete and submit the form you will receive an email with a payment link for online payment. Please check your spam folder if you don't receive the email. Once you submit payment, your registration is confirmed.
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Digital Art for Teens
Beginner Digital Art
This beginner class will introduce the participants to fundamental skills with Procreate software on an iPad. The class will focus on foundational skills, helping students get comfortable navigating the app and using basic tools. Students will create a basic shape or pattern design to practice brushes and layers. The instructor will guide the class using a combination of live demonstrations on Procreate, displayed on a shared screen.
iPads will be provided. Participants may bring their own iPad but they must have an Apple Pencil, and the Procreate software installed.
Who: Children, ages 13 to 18; maximum 5 students per class
When: Sat, Apr 19, 2025 @ 1 pm to 3:30 pm in the Clubhouse
Cost: $25 Includes iPad
Where: Nicola Valley Arts Centre - 2051 Voght St (beside Kekuli Cafe)
*No refunds on art programs, unless NVCAC cancels.
**Nicola Valley Arts parental membership required ($20/year)
Instructor: Astralis Snee - Astra (they/them) is a Chilean-Italian digital artist based in Canada. Art has always been Astra's passion and constant companion, even as they ventured into other fields like biology and literature. Digital art became Astra's medium of choice. It allows Astra to carry their creativity wherever they go. While Astra's portfolio reflects years of experimentation, they are now rediscovering their artistic voice and focusing on creating work that truly represents who they are.
Intro to Printmaking with Scratchfoam
In this Beginner course (2 classes), students will learn through short demonstrations. They will transfer a drawn (or traced) image onto a Scratchfoam board, and then ink and print the image onto paper. The goal will be for each student to develop at least two images from idea phase to final print phase to create a small edition of 3-4 prints on paper, as well as a set of greeting cards from their favorite print. Students will also learn a little about different types of printmaking. One of the goals of this course is to inform artists about printmaking so they can explore it independently, but most of the focus is going to be on making prints.
Students should wear a paint shirt or apron, and have a way to pull their hair back if it is longer. Printmaking can be pretty physical and we will be mostly standing, so students might want to bring a bottle of water and a small snack . We will take 5-10 min break halfway.
Who: Children, ages 8 to 13; minimum 4, maximum 8 students per class
When: Mondays (May 5 & May 12) @ 3:30 - 5:00 pm in the Studio
Cost: $40 Includes all Supplies
Where: Nicola Valley Arts Centre - 2051 Voght St (beside Kekuli Café)
*No refunds on art programs, unless NVCAC cancel
**Nicola Valley Arts parental membership required ($20/year)
Instructor: Vanessa Trenholm
Vanessa discovered Scratchfoam printmaking while teaching Spring Break art classes at the Kelowna Art Gallery. She found it to be an easy-to-use material for introducing printmaking techniques. Usually people's first introduction to relief printmaking is lino-cut, which requires carving tools, and a fair investment of time, but with Scratchfoam, students can take a drawing and create a print almost right away. Vanessa teaches an after school youth group at the Merritt Library. Vanessa traditionally hosts an all-ages drop-in holiday card printmaking workshop in December at the Merritt Library.
Crafty Kids Club
Fun art and craft activities! Bring a snack! We might get messy, so we have shirts here at the Arts Centre Studio. Instructed by Kristina Brewer and Mischelle Pierce
Who: Children, ages 7-12; maximum 10 students per class
When: Wednesdays 3:30-5:00 pm
Cost: $20 per class, includes craft supplies
Where: Nicola Valley Arts Centre - 2051 Voght St (beside Kekuli Cafe)
Instructors: Kristina Brewer and Mischelle Pierce are our young at heart instructors. They have as much fun as the kids, and love to see the results of the projects that our Crafty Kids create.
Payment must be made online. Your seat is NOT confirmed until you have paid - A link to our online payment site will be sent in a confirmation email.
*No refunds on art programs, unless NVCAC cancels. **Nicola Valley Arts parental membership required ($20/year)
Session 4 (April): Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 2025
Cost: $100
This session is completely full, registration closed.
