CHILDREN’S PROGRAM

“Young Explorers: Art Meets Future,” (ages 5-10)

Overview: This program invites young explorers on an enriching journey where the realms of art and modern technology converge in a child-centric approach. Through captivating storytelling, dynamic interactive games, and inventive projects, children will delve into the universe of shapes, colors, patterns, and the enchanting aspects of technology, enhancing their creativity while laying the groundwork for an enduring appreciation of art and innovation.

Program Overview:

“Discovering the Magic of Art and Technology” invites our youngest learners into a captivating world where creativity knows no bounds. Through playful exploration, hands-on projects, and interactive technology, children will embark on a journey of discovery. They’ll learn about the fundamental elements of art, the magic of digital creation, and the wonders of nature, all while nurturing their innate creativity and curiosity.

Module 1: Enchanted Shapes and Vivid Colors

Week 1-2: Magical Shapes Adventure

• Enchanted Nature Walks: Venture into magical realms (parks, gardens) to uncover nature’s hidden shapes. Children become shape detectives, using enchanted viewers (magnifying glasses) to spot circles, squares, and triangles in the wild.
• Shape Shifters Craft: Transform natural treasures from our walks into shape-inspired artworks. Create a mystical forest or a magical garden collage using leaves, twigs, and flowers.

Week 3-4: Colorful Quests

• Primary Color Wizards: Through enchanting tales and lively songs, introduce the primary color wizards – Red, Yellow, and Blue. Discover their powers to transform and create new colors.
• Potion Mixing Lab: In our potion lab (painting station), young wizards mix color potions (paints) to discover the secret secondary colors. Each child receives a magic mixing cauldron (palette) for their experiments.

Module 2: Imagining Worlds Beyond

Week 5-6: Drawing Dreams

• Imagination Station: Using our enchanted shapes as guides, children draw from their vast imagination. Whether it’s dragons, unicorns, or their dream playground, anything is possible.
• Mystical Maps: Introduce the concept of perspective by creating magical maps. From treasure maps to secret garden layouts, learn how size and overlapping can create depth.

Week 7-8: Painting with Light

• Sun and Moon Paintings: Explore how the sun and moon change our world’s colors. Children paint the same scene under the sun’s glow and the moon’s whisper, learning about light, shadow, and the magic of night and day.
• Shadow Story Art: Using shadow puppets, we’ll create a story together. Then, children paint their favorite scene from our shadow play, focusing on the dramatic effects of light and darkness.

Module 3: The Rhythm of Patterns

Week 9-10: Patterns in Nature’s Dance

• Pattern Hunt: Our explorers will seek out nature’s rhythms and patterns on a guided adventure. They’ll create patterned artwork inspired by their findings, using stamps and stencils they make themselves.

Week 11-12: Invent Your Pattern

• Symmetry and Repetition Workshop: With a touch of magic, children learn about symmetry by creating their own kaleidoscope art. They’ll also design a unique pattern that tells a story, learning how repetition can create rhythm in art.

Module 4: Tinkering with Tomorrow

Week 13-14: Introducing Junior Inventors

• Robot Tales: Interactive stories where robots are heroes, guiding children to see technology as a creative tool.
• My First Robot: Using simple robotics kits, children build their own mini robot. They learn the basics of giving instructions to create art, turning them into junior inventors.

Week 15-16: Imagining with Machines

• Art Machines Workshop: Create simple machines that make art, like a paint-splattering catapult or a drawing car. It’s a fusion of art, play, and a hint of engineering.
• Machine Masterpiece Gallery: Showcase the unique artworks created by our machines in a mini-exhibition. It’s a celebration of innovation, creativity, and the magic of technology.

Program Conclusion: A Gallery of Young Imaginations

We conclude our journey with a dazzling exhibition where each child’s artworks and inventions are displayed. It’s a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the boundless potential within each young explorer. This program lays the foundational stones for a lifelong appreciation of art and technology, encouraging children to see the world as a canvas of endless possibilities. This program aims to spark joy, curiosity, and creative confidence in young children, setting the stage for a lifelong journey of discovery and creation at the intersection of art and technology. Class sizes are limited to 10 students per session. In addition to the monthly membership fee ($1719.99), there will be an initiation fee of $279 per student per semester, payable in 3 installments, which will cover the material costs for the entire semester. Course materials will be emailed to students in advance for their review. To ensure a smooth course experience, we kindly request that questions for the mentor be emailed in advance, allowing sufficient time for the session to progress seamlessly.