Kids Mixed Media Mayhem 7 Week Course Fall 2024

Kids Ages:  5-17
Date: Thursdays 10/3 - 11/21 (skip 10/31)
Time: 6pm - 7:30pm
Cost: $114 (This class is made possible at a subsidized rate by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.)
Location: Rumriver Art Center (north studio suite 108)
Teacher: Juanita Tatum

An exciting and creative art class where kids can unleash their imagination and explore a variety of artistic techniques! In this hands-on class, young artists will experiment with different materials and methods to create unique and expressive artworks. From painting and drawing to collage and sculpture, this class is all about mixing it up and having fun with just the right amount of chaos!
Class Objectives:

• Study different art styles from artists in history
• Learn elements of art: line, shape, space, value, form, texture and color
• Explore different materials and techniques
• Experiment with various mediums: pastels, watercolor, acrylic paint and ink and more 
• Encourage creative expression and individuality
• Develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
• Create a fun, supportive, non-judgemental environment for artistic exploration
• Takeaways: By the end of Mixed Media Mayhem, kids will have a collection of diverse artworks, a deeper understanding of different art techniques, and a heightened sense of creativity and confidence in their artistic abilities.

For kiddos to explore freely, we have a policy that parents aren’t in the classroom. We’ve also found that without guardians in the classroom, students have space to create more organic relationships and connections with others in the class. Parents or guardians may bring their student to the space and help them feel comfortable up to 10 minutes prior to the class start time, then guardians may sit outside of the classroom in our café or common area space. This way they are reachable if something comes up and the student is assured you are close by.