November 7 - November 21, 2024
Presented By: Catamount Arts
Thursdays, November 7, 14, and 21, 10-11:30am
Location:
Catamount Arts Center
115 Eastern Avenue
St. Johnsbury, VT
Class #1: November 7
Class #2: November 14
Class #3: November 21
Instructor: Christine Nockels
All shapes, colors, and textures in nature are shapes, colors, and textures that are utilized in art and in play. In this class series, children will explore materials, share ideas, and create nature-based artwork. We will gather natural materials outside (autumn is a wonderful time for seed heads and leaves!) and share our reactions to the objects. Together the group will decide on a project to make with what they have gathered, and instructor Christine Nockels will be there as a guide for safe material use and suggestions as the children create a unique work that is all their own. Children may attend one, two, or all three classes in the series.
This class is a process-based learning experience. Children will be encouraged to explore and try different approaches to getting the results they want. Children will be encouraged to help each other with problem solving and brainstorming, rather than relying on the instructor for help, and will build a creative community within the classroom.
Available materials will encourage fine motor skills and language development.
Parents of children with special needs are welcome to join the class as support, but we ask that you allow your child to work as independently as possible.
Class Fee: $16 per session (10% for siblings and Catamount Arts members)
Register via our new class portal HERE.
Christine Nockels (she/her) is the Youth Programs Assistant at Catamount Arts. Christine graduated with a degree in illustration and toy design from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA, and has worked in animation and puppetry, and as a freelance illustrator and fiber artist. She also works at the Reggio Emilia-inspired Treehouse Children’s School in Norwich while training in early childhood education. She lives amongst many animals and plants and loves being close to nature in Vermont.
Location:
Catamount Arts Center
115 Eastern Avenue
St. Johnsbury, VT
Class #1: November 7
Class #2: November 14
Class #3: November 21
Instructor: Christine Nockels
All shapes, colors, and textures in nature are shapes, colors, and textures that are utilized in art and in play. In this class series, children will explore materials, share ideas, and create nature-based artwork. We will gather natural materials outside (autumn is a wonderful time for seed heads and leaves!) and share our reactions to the objects. Together the group will decide on a project to make with what they have gathered, and instructor Christine Nockels will be there as a guide for safe material use and suggestions as the children create a unique work that is all their own. Children may attend one, two, or all three classes in the series.
This class is a process-based learning experience. Children will be encouraged to explore and try different approaches to getting the results they want. Children will be encouraged to help each other with problem solving and brainstorming, rather than relying on the instructor for help, and will build a creative community within the classroom.
Available materials will encourage fine motor skills and language development.
Parents of children with special needs are welcome to join the class as support, but we ask that you allow your child to work as independently as possible.
Class Fee: $16 per session (10% for siblings and Catamount Arts members)
Register via our new class portal HERE.
Christine Nockels (she/her) is the Youth Programs Assistant at Catamount Arts. Christine graduated with a degree in illustration and toy design from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA, and has worked in animation and puppetry, and as a freelance illustrator and fiber artist. She also works at the Reggio Emilia-inspired Treehouse Children’s School in Norwich while training in early childhood education. She lives amongst many animals and plants and loves being close to nature in Vermont.