Fall 2024 child & Youth
weekly Classes
Our weekly, in-studio classes provide a warm, welcoming environment where learning, creativity, and fun come together!
The Fall 2024 season is offered in 2 terms of classes:
Term 1: September 14 - November 1
(7 weeks; 6 weeks on Mondays and Thursdays, no classes Oct 14 & Oct 31)Term 2: November 2 - December 20 (7 weeks).
weekly classes for jk to Grade 12
Start With Art
Give your beginning artist the opportunity to learn the basics of art-making and appreciation. These one-hour classes focus on the process of creating 2 and 3-dimensional works of art and teach your child new ways of expressing themselves, solving problems, and working with others. Students must be in JK or SK in September 2024 to register for this class.
Fall Term 1: September 14-October 30 - 7 weeks (Mon 6 weeks)
Monday: 4:15-5:15 / tuesday 4:30-5:30 / weDnesday: 4:00-5:00 / Saturday: 10:00-11:00 / Saturday: 1:00-2:00 / Sunday: 10:15-11:15 / Sunday: 1:00-2:00
Fall Term 2: November 2-December 18 - 7 weeks
Monday: 4:15-5:15 / tuesday 4:30-5:30 / weDnesday: 4:00-5:00 / Saturday: 10:00-11:00 / Saturday: 1:00-2:00 / Sunday: 10:15-11:15 / Sunday: 1:00-2:00
Fall Term 1: $230 (7 weeks) (Monday class is $198, as only 6 weeks, no classes on Thanksgiving Monday October 7)
Fall Term 2: $230 (7 weeks)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
art explorations
In this exciting course, students will be introduced to five distinct disciplines: drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture. We will create 2 and 3-dimensional works of art that allow students to explore a wide variety of materials and techniques. Whether you’re brand new to art or want to try your hand at diverse materials and techniques, this is the perfect class to dive into!
Fall Term 1: September 14-November 1 - 7 weeks
Gr 1-3 tuesday: 4:15-5:45 / gr 4-6 tuesday: 4:00-5:30
Gr 1-3 friday: 4:15-5:45
Gr 4-8 Saturday: 10:30-12:00 / Gr 1-3 Saturday: 1:15-2:4
gr 1-3 sunday: 10:45-12:15 / gr 4-6 sunday: 10:30-12:00 / gr 1-3 sunday: 1:15-2:45
Fall Term 2: November 2-December 20 - 7 weeks
Gr 1-3 tuesday: 4:15-5:45 / gr 4-6 tuesday: 4:00-5:30
Gr 1-3 friday: 4:15-5:45
Gr 4-8 Saturday: 10:30-12:00 / Gr 1-3 Saturday: 1:15-2:4
Gr 1-3 Sunday: 10:45-12;15 / gr 4-6 sunday: 10:30-12:00 / gr 1-3 sunday: 1:15-2:45
Fall Term 1: $300 (7 week term)
Fall Term 2: $300 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
drawing
Students will learn fundamental drawing techniques like shading and one-point perspective and will use these skills to create realistic and imaginative drawings. In this class, we will use a variety of mediums including graphite, charcoal, Conte, pen and ink, markers, and pastels.
FALL TERM 1: SEPTEMBER 14-OCTOBER 28 - 7 weeks (6 weeks mondays)
GR 1-3 monday: 4:30-6:00 / GR 4-6 monday: 4:15-5:45
gr 1-3 Saturday 10:15-11:45
FALL TERM 2: OCTOBER 30-December 16 - 7 weeks
GR 1-3 monday: 4:30-6:00 / GR 4-6 monday: 4:15-5:45
gr 1-3 Saturday 10:15-11:45
Fall Term 1: $280 (7 week term) ($240 on Mondays, as it is a 6 week term with no classes on Thanksgiving Monday, October 7th)
Fall Term 2: $280 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
art fundamentals gr 6-8
In this multi-discipline art program, students will learn essential skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media. Students will be encouraged to produce more complex and expressive works of art as they develop their work from sketch to final piece.
This course is ideal for students who may be interested in applying to arts focused secondary schools as many of the portfolio requirements will be met.
FALL TERM 1: September 17-October 29 - 7 weeks
Gr 6-8 Tuesdays 5:45-7:15
FALL TERM 2: November 5-December 17 - 7 weeks
Gr 6-8 Tuesdays 5:45-7:15
Fall Term 1: $300 (6 week term)
Fall Term 2: $300 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
High School art fundamentals gr 9-12
In this multi-discipline art program, students will learn essential skills and techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media. Students will be encouraged to produce more complex and expressive works of art as they develop their work from sketch to final piece.
FALL TERM 1: september 17-october 29 - 7 weeks
GR 9-12: Tuesdays 6:00-7:30
FALL TERm 2: November 5-December 17 - 7 weeks
GR 9-12: Tuesdays 6:00-7:30
Fall Term 1: $300 (7 week term)
Fall Term 2: $300 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
drawing & Painting
Students in this class will be introduced to a variety of drawing and painting techniques. Learning to draw using perspective, shading and proper proportion will help students draw realistically, and will provide a solid foundation for developing their painting skills. Using watercolour and acrylic paints, students will learn colour theory and brushwork as they explore realistic and abstract painting.
Fall Term 1: September 18-October 30 - 7 weeks
Gr 1-3 Wednesday: 4:15-5:45
Gr 4-6 Wednesday: 4:15-5:45
gr 6-8 Wednesday: 6:00-7:30
Fall Term 2: november 6-December 18 - 7 weeks
Gr 1-3 Wednesday: 4:15-5:45
Gr 4-6 Wednesday: 4:15-5:45
gr 6-8 Wednesday: 6:00-7:30
Fall Term 1: $300 (7 week term)
Fall Term 2: $300 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
Drawing Foundations
In this exciting class, students will learn fundamental drawing techniques like shading and one-point perspective and will use these skills to create realistic and imaginative drawings. In this class we will use a variety of mediums including graphite, charcoal, Conte, pen and ink, markers and pastels.
Fall Term 1: September 14-October 28 - 7 weeks (6 weeks mon)
gr 5-8 Mondays 5:30-7:00
Gr 4-8 Saturday 1:30-3:00
Fall Term 2: November 2-December 16 - 7 weeks
gr 5-8 Mondays 5:30-7:00
Gr 4-8 saturday 1:30-3:00
Fall Term 1: $280 (7 week term on Saturdays), $240 (6 week term on Mondays, no classes Thanksgiving Monday October 7th)
Fall Term 2: $280 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
Art & STEM
There is a natural connection between education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) and ART! In this class, we will apply creative thinking and visual art fundamentals to STEM concepts. We will draw, design, and sculpt as we explore the world around us!
Fall Term 1: September 19-October 24 - 6 weeks (no classes Oct 31)
Gr 1-3 Thursday 4:15-5:45
Fall Term 2: November 7-December 19 - 7 weeks
Gr 1-3 Thursday 4:15-5:45
Fall Term 1: $258 (6 week term as no classes on Halloween October 31st)
Fall Term 2: $300 (7 week term)
Fees include all materials. HST is extra
Registration policies
Registration Policies
Fees
All program fees are non-refundable. School credit can be issued for cancellations made within 14 days prior to the start of the program. School credit is transferable within families. There is a $50 administration fee for changes requested less than 14 days prior to program start.
Make-up Classes
We are unable to offer make-up classes due to student absence, illness, or for any other reason. Classes cannot be prorated or credited for missed classes or carried over to following sessions.
Should the studio need to cancel a course due to low enrolment, all students will be notified in advance, and full refunds issued.
Behaviour and Respect
We foster a community of positivity, safety, and mutual respect. All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a safe and respectful manner with both fellow participants and instructors alike. We reserve the right to make changes to existing enrollments when this policy is violated. If a participant is removed for violation of this policy, no refund or credit will be issued.
Questions?
Please contact us at info@freehandart.ca and we’d be happy to help!
We look forward to working with your child