Teen Classes

Special Interests for Young Artists-in-training

Mixed Media Sampler

Mixed media art is a term used to describe the bringing together of a multitude (“mix”) of different elements (“media”) in a variety of different ways. There are so many different art techniques and forms covered by this title: painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, sculpting. There is also a wide range of media: paints, papers, cardboards, pencils, markers, images, glues, crayons and glaze, to name a few. Then there are the more obscure media, like washes and buttons, fibres, pages from an old book and the list goes on. When you begin to look around you, everything becomes a potential material for adding into your mixed media art.

In this 16 week class, participants will:

  • learn to Zentanlge; a non-representational art made by drawing structured patterns using a combination of dots, lines, simple curves, S-curves and orbs
  • create a unique Zendela using basic “Elemental Strokes” of Zentangle
  • delve into 3-D art such paper sculpture techniques and casting a relief sculpture in plaster
  • build a personal Traveller’s Journal and booklet inserts which is sturdy, portable, customizable and refillable. This keepsake journal will capture your creativity, mementos and thoughts for many years!
  • expand their visual tool box with many techniques such as Geli-printing, intuitive collage, intuitive painting, as well as hand-made stamps and stencils. 

This class is geared to teens and adults.  Great for friends and family. Beginners are welcome as well as, past students of Aliki’s Art House, who want to build on their art skills with new projects.  Minimum of 5 students required to offer the class.   

Tuesday at 6:30 – 8:30 pm

  • Jan 9 to Apr 30, 2024 (16 Classes; No class on Mar 26)
  • $630 Instructional Fee ($157.50/mo + $50 materials kit)
  • $25 New Student Registration Fee
  • 10% discount for multiple registrations at checkout
  • Fees may be paid monthl

Just for Teens~Drawing from Life & More Part 2

This comprehensive class gives teens greater self-confidence in their drawing abilities. Very quickly, students learn to see how an artist sees and the ability to draw from life. Building on lessons and projects from Part 1, students will expand to drawing with coloured pencil on toned paper. 

Research has shown that students who study the arts, in general, develop 10 important skills for success in everyday life such as creativity, confidence, problem-solving skills, perseverance, focus, non-verbal communication, resiliency, collaboration skills, dedication and accountability (Phillips, 2010).

Thursdays 4:30 – 6:00 pm

  • Jan 18 to Jun 6, 2024 (20 classes)
  • $140/mo Instructional Fee + $42 Materials 
  • Fees may be paid in monthly instalments

Right brain drawing for Teens + Adults
Drawing from Life Part 1

This comprehensive 14-week series will teach students a whole new way of looking at the world. You will become aware of 5 “ways of seeing the world” to practice drawing realistically from life. Based on the teaching methodology of Betty Edwards, this step-by-step process of learning to draw students will not only guide students to develop strong drawing skills but also enhance their everyday problem-solving skills and other right brain functions.

Projects include drawing your own hand, parts of the studio and even a self-portrait. This photo illustrates a student’s first project who had no prior instruction. The class is perfect for friends and family members to take together! A 10% discount is offered when 2 students register together. Please enquire. 

Thursdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm

  • Jan 18 to Apr 25, 2024 (14 classes)
  • 13 years and older
  • $160/mo Instructional Fee + $42 Materials ($602)
  • 10% discount for multiple registrations at checkout
  • Fees may be paid in monthly instalments.

Drawing Fundamentals 3

Drawing Fundamentals 3 challenges students with longer, and more involved projects by refining familiar processes and exploring new ways to render the drawing. The results are stunning! In this course, students continue to study colour theory, explore new media, create tone with line and markers, and render more intricate pencil drawings on coloured paper. Students develop their own unique style as they apply their knowledge and drawing skills.

This class is geared to students who have take Aliki’s Drawing Fundamentals 2 or Aliki’s Summer Drawing Camps. Best for ages 10 & older. 

Saturdays  2:45 – 4:00 pm; Sep 9, 2023 – Jun 1, 2024; no classes on Sep 30, Nov 11, Feb 17, May 18 (31 classes)

  • Returning Student Fee: $135/mo + $70 Materials ($1116.25 total)
  • New Student Registration fee: $25 ($1141.25)
  • Optional Take-Home Materials Kit: $42

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