Kids Art Club for ages 6-12
Embark on a colorful journey with our Kids Art Club, where imagination knows no bounds. Designed for children aged 6 to 12, these sessions are crafted to be an immersive playground of creativity. In the vibrant world of art, children not only discover the joy of self-expression but also enhance crucial developmental skills through the magical language of play.
Sessions run every second and fourth Friday of the month, 3:30-5pm, from my cosy home studio.
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“I love the freedom of being able to paint and create so much. There are always lots of tools to experiment with.”
Unlock your child’s creativity!
This engaging Kids Art Club taps into the inquisitive minds of young artists, offering sessions with exciting themes. Each gathering might revolve around a captivating object, an inspiring piece of art, or an intriguing question, sparking curiosity and fueling creative exploration. Equipped with a variety of art materials and gentle guidance, I aim to strike a balance between structure and freedom, allowing even the most hesitant young artists to unleash their potential..
“Our two children love the kids art club. They have the freedom to explore their own creativity, guided beautifully by Alaina. I am always surprised by the process and outcome. Our youngest is becoming much more confident with experimenting and less troubled by ‘getting it right’. This is a testament to the environment that Alaina creates.
It is one activity that they always look forward to.”
Dive into art without limits!
Expect the unexpected – the Art Club embraces the delightful chaos of artistic expression. Get ready for a messy, marvelous adventure where every stroke is a step toward self-discovery and every splash of color is a celebration of individuality. Join us in nurturing a love for art that transcends the canvas, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
“I like that we get given ideas but then we can do our own art our own way, and the cats.”
“Alaina’s art workshops and art club for kids are fantastic. My daughter loves attending and creating wonderful works of art. She has learnt some exciting new techniques and improved her observation skills, but we also appreciate how Alaina enthusiastically allows the kids to follow their own creativity wherever it may lead them. I would highly recommend these classes.”
My studio is in Northway, just outside of Tewkesbury, near J9 of the M5. Numbers 41 and 71 buses pass at the end of the road, which is just a ten minute walk from Ashchurch-for-Tewkesbury railway station.
Full address details will be shared upon booking.
There is an intentional overlap in the ages for Art Clubs. This option is great for children who enjoy playing with art and would benefit from a place to try out materials and techniques with a little gentle instruction. If your child is aged 11 or over and seems very focussed on making art in their own time, you may wish to consider the Teens Art Club membership. If you are unsure which Art Club would be the best fit for your child, please contact me at alainastorrarart@gmail.com to arrange a chat.
September-December 2024
Over the Autumn Term we will be exploring colour, how to mix colour, and how to combine colour effectively. I’m looking forward to some gorgeous bright art work!
Finding Colour
13th September 3:30-5pm
The children will choose images that appeal to them, and look carefully to pull out the different colours. They will then continue to explore finding colours, making their own mini books of colour.
Warhol Colour
27th September 3:30-5pm
Using the work of Andy Warhol as a starting point, the children will combine colours to create vivid repetitive images.
Autumn Trees part one
11th October 3:30-5pm
In this session the children will consider the colours of Autumn, noticing the variations and patterns in changing leaves. They will paint their own collage papers to be used in the following session.
(This is part one of a two-session project. However, if your child is only able to attend this session they will still learn about colour mixing and create some Autumnal work to take home)
Autumn Trees part two
25th October 3:30-5pm
Henri Matisse created some of his best work by cutting out coloured paper. Inspired by some of his cut-outs, the children will cut shapes from collage paper and make their own images. If there is time, they will also try stencilling over their work to add further depth.
(This is intended as a part two of a two-session project. However, if your child can only attend this session they will still be able to create a beautiful collage using papers from the studio)
Worlds of Colour
8th November 2024
There is a strong link between colour and light which we will be exploring in this session. The children will make miniature worlds in boxes using a variety of materials. They will then be able to view how different colours of light affect their worlds.
Felt Dying
22nd November 3:30-5pm
Having explored how colours work together, the children will now use liquid watercolour and wool roving scraps to add colour to felt.
This is a very messy activity, so please make sure your child is wearing old clothes that don’t matter. Expect them to also dye their hands!
(The felt, once dried, can then be used to sew with. This is the activity for the final session of this term, but if your child is unable to attend then they will still have a beautifully coloured piece of felt!)
Felt Bookmarks
12th December 3:30-5pm
The children will cut and sew felt to make bookmarks to keep or gift.
(The children will use felt they dyed in the previous session. If your child did not attend the previous session, plain felt will also be available for everyone to use.)
If sessions are full, or you cannot attend the current art club dates, please let me know by completing the form below. This will give me an idea if there is scope for a second group. At the same time, you may wish to join my mailing list so I can keep you up to date with new classes and workshops.