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Silvermine Arts Center

1037 Silvermine Rd.
New Canaan, CT

Mini-Masters Art Exploration

Whether your child has already begun to show an interest in art or you are looking to introduce them to new media in a structured yet nurturing environment, this class allows even the youngest students to discover their creative side. Students work with air-dry clay, collage, paint, chalk and more. Our early childhood teachers encourage students to talk about their art, providing a great opportunity to learn new vocabulary, particularly words related to colors, shapes and textures, and emotions. Children learn to follow directions in a social setting, with support and encouragement of their caregiver, serving as the perfect precursor or reinforcement to preschool. The school will provide all materials. Students should bring a light nut-free snack.

Drawing & Painting Fundamentals

Discover the magic of materials and artistic processes in this workshop! Students will explore various media, such as pastel, watercolor, tempera paint, collage, and clay. We will focus on a range of material techniques, with an emphasis on playful experimentation and individual imagination. Students will be encouraged dig deep into their imaginations and allow their creativity to flow freely. The school will provide all materials. Students should bring a nut-free snack.

Muddy Hands

Explore the tactile world of clay! Children will explore a variety of ceramic methods including pinch pots, slabs, coil building and extruding. Projects might include hand-built mugs, flower vases, bowls, wall pockets, narrative tiles, animal sculptures, and more! The school will provide all materials. Students should bring a nut-free snack.

Fantastic Paintings

In this fun and engaging class, all kinds of painting techniques will be explored: stamp, bubble, sand, glitter, scratch, watercolor and model magic. Through observation and special attention to detail, you will learn about shapes, space, color mixing, paint handling and more.

Mixing Up! Material Discovery

Discover the magic of materials and artistic processes in this workshop! Students will explore various media, such as pastel, watercolor, tempera paint, collage, and clay. We will focus on a range of material techniques, with an emphasis on playful experimentation and individual imagination. Students will be encouraged dig deep into their imaginations and allow their creativity to flow freely. The school will provide all materials. Students should bring a nut-free snack.