The Haliburton School of Art + Design (HSAD) said it is “thrilled” to announce a groundbreaking new addition to its programming: March break courses.
For the first time in its history, HSAD is opening its doors during March break, offering “dynamic and creative” courses for kids, youth, and adults from March 10-14 at its Haliburton campus, the college said.
They added, “this inaugural lineup is designed to inspire creativity and provide hands-on artistic experiences for all ages and includes: kids’ art camp: wild about clay (ages five to nine and costing $343.53) with Isabel Neveu-Geene; youth art camp: artful explorations (ages 10-13 and costing $328.75) with Kelly Albin; youth/teen quilting basics (ages 10-17 and costing $328.75) with Jan Anderson, and painting the winter landscape (adults 17-plus) with Martha Johnson ($494.01).
Erin Lynch, operations and continuing education program manager, said, “for years, our community has embraced HSAD’s summer and fall courses, and now, as part of expanding our continuing education programming year-round, we’re proud to offer March break courses.
“This is an incredible opportunity for families and individuals to connect with the arts during a time of year when creative outlets are especially welcome,” she added.
The college noted ‘kids’ art camp – wild about clay’ is for beginners with little to no previous skill or knowledge. Students will explore a variety of hand-building techniques, such as pinching, coiling, and slab work.
‘Youth art camp – artful explorations’ welcome all levels. This course will utilize various art forms and explore a variety of tools and artmaking techniques. On the last day, there will be an art show.
‘Youth/teen quilting basics’ is also open to all levels. Students will explore various methods used to create fibre art pieces, such as quilts, wall hangings, rugs, placemats and pillows. A small quilt and placemat will be constructed and completed during the week. Students are asked to bring a familiar and reliable sewing machine in good working order to class.
Classes will run daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Haliburton Campus, at 297 College Dr. Visit hsad.ca to register and learn more.
