Acrylic Landscape Painting
VISUAL ARTS & CONTEMP. CRAFT
4-12
FULL DAY
Discover why artists of the past and present are inspired by the outdoors. Students engage in sketching activities and complete a small acrylic painting, inspired by Lake Ontario and the waterfront outside our studio.
All About Energy
VISUAL ARTS & CONTEMP. CRAFT
1-2
FULL DAY HALF DAY
Let the sun’s rays energize you as you search for types of renewable and non-renewable sources of energy along the shores of Lake Ontario on our beautiful Harbourfront Centre site!
Full day option:
• Make a kite and experience wind energy
Discover the Waterfront
URBAN STUDIES
1-3
HALF DAY FULL DAY
Explore Toronto's exciting (and growing) lakeside urban community! Make it a full day and pair Discover the Waterfront with a responsive arts activity.
• Clay environments
• Collograph Printmaking
Or choose from any one of our half day programmes.
Ecological Footprints
URBAN STUDIES
8-12
FULL DAY
New programme being launched February 2010!
Step Lightly! Explore historical and contemporary ecological footprints around the Toronto Harbour and its neighbourhoods, and design your own exciting art project using recycled materials.
Government Exploration
URBAN STUDIES
5
FULL DAY
Students experience life inside Toronto's city halls and Ontario's provincial justice system where they discuss the 3 levels of government. They will then attend a court in session at Old City Hall where they will have an opportunity to meet and pose questions to a judge. We will then discover the historical roots of these institutions on a fascinating walk through downtown Toronto. Students discuss reasons for democratic decision-making and the responsibilities of informed citizens.
Prepared for all seasons!
Graffiti Art
VISUAL ARTS & CONTEMPORARY CRAFT
6-12
FULL DAY
Graffiti is used as a tool for artists to communicate and relates to ideas used in propaganda posters during the Second World War, to the street of Keith Harring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, and to the controversial contemporary stencil artist Banksy. Explore and debate the graffiti found on buildings and underpasses and engage in a discussion about What is Art?
This programme gives students an opportunity to create their own 'tag' using techniques we have discussed throughout the day. They will also have the time to use their art work to communicate a message dealing with an issue they feel to be important to them.
Kensington Market & Chinatown
URBAN STUDIES
6-12
FULL DAY
Discover a kaleidoscope of culture in two of Toronto’s most interesting and diverse communities! Gain an understanding of changing demographic patterns and uncover the fascinating cultural histories of Kensington Market and Chinatown.
Musical Explorations
URBAN STUDIES
4-8
FULL DAY HALF DAY
Explore the wonders of music at Canada's foremost centre for contemporary art! With our experienced professional musicians, dancers and artist educators, discover music in new and exciting ways. Tailor your visit to include movement, song and rhythm.
Our City: Toronto
URBAN STUDIES
6-12
FULL DAY
Students will uncover the fascinating structures that make up Toronto’s downtown core. Students investigate the link between public art and architecture, and gain exclusive access to the 54th floor of the Miles Van Der Rohe TD Centre.
Waterfront Revitalization
URBAN STUDIES
7-10
FULL DAY
Discover the past, present and future of Toronto's waterfront. While on a site walk students will experience changes occurring within the Revitalization Project.
Who’s Got the Power?
URBAN STUDIES
9-12
What is an operating system? What are my choices as a consumer? Through this intensive one-day programme, students explore the power of the media and have the chance to express their voices and opinions through your choice of medium:
• Advertising Media Study
• Digital Photography
• Podcasting
