Young Artists ~ Delaware Art Musuem Wants to Show Your Work!

SUBMIT YOUR WORK!
October 6th, 2012
10am - 2pm

The Delaware Art Museum
Centennial Juried Exhibition
 Youth Exhibition

 Showcasing the work of young artists living in the State of Delaware.

Young artists, ages 13 -18, are invited to bring one two-dimensional work of art—no larger than 12 inches in height or width—to the Museum on Saturday, October 6, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Exhibition space is available first-come, first-served, and works of art submitted will be on display in the Museum from October 20, 2012 through January 13, 2013.

Contact:

Courtney Waring

Director of Education

Delaware Art Museum

cwaring@delart.org

302.351.8509

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Labyrinth Walk at the Delaware Art Museum!

This event is over but you can check out more labyrinth work by British environmental artist Linda Gordon in the "Backyard Pilgrim" blog of artist, labyrinth creator, and former homeschooling mom, Carol M. 

Backyard Pilgrim

Thursday, June 21st

10 to 11:30 am

This is a joint labyrinth walk via Skype with Aunehead Arts Center in Devon, England!  The labyrinth is located behind the museum in the Anthony N. Fusco Reservoir.

Delaware Art Museum

2301 Kentmere Parkway

Wilmington, Delaware 19806

302.571.9590

866.232.3714 (Toll free)

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Delaware Art Museumt ~ Programs for Homeschoolers!

Story Club for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays
September 28, November 2, and December 7
10:00 a.m. – noon
$20 per session/$45 full (Discount does not apply.)
(Ages 9 – 14)

This exclusive new program for homeschoolers combines and connects literature with viewing and making art. During each session, homeschoolers will read and have lively discussions about a pre-assigned story related to artwork in the Museum’s collection, view and discuss related works of art, and express their creativity with a corresponding art project in the Museum’s studios.

September 28: Selected chapters from Long Live the King by Mary Roberts Rinehart
November 2: The Sleeping Beauty (Grimm’s Fairy Tales) and Saint George and the Dragon by Margaret Hodges;
December 7: Tales from King Arthur - The Drawing of the Sword by Andrew Lang.

Space is limited.
Supplies provided in class.
Selected readings will be provided via email.

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Story Stretchers & Art
Wednesdays
September 14 – November 30
(10 weeks; no class September 28 & November 23)
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$150 Members/$175 Non-Members
(Ages 5 – 8)

Each week, children will hear an exciting story and create a related work of art in the Children’s Studio. This is a wonderful opportunity for creative play and exploration with studio instruction for young homeschooled students.
Supplies provided in class.

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Artist Studio for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays
September 14 – November 30
(10 weeks; no class September 28 & November 23)
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$190 Members/$215 Non-Members
(Ages 9 – 14)

Students will learn the fundamentals of art in the Museum’s studio. Basic drawing, painting, and sculpting will be explored with a focus on processes and techniques. Art history discussions, which will include visits to the Museum’s galleries, will focus on artists in the collection. Students will learn creative techniques and develop an appreciation for art.
Supplies provided in class.
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For More Information:

website

Saralyn Rosenfield
Studio & Family Programs Manager
srosenfield@delart.org
302.351.8504

Delaware Art Museum
2301 Kentmere Parkway
Wilmington, DE 19806
www.delart.org

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Delaware Art Museum ~ Programs for Homeschoolers!

The Elements of Art



Learn how the basic elements of design (line, color, shape, and texture) work together as a visual language by exploring the Museum’s collections.

Wednesdays
March 31 – April 21
(4 weeks)
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Cost per child:
$14 Members
$16 Non-Members
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Age Groupings
For programs listed above

Your child’s experience will match the following age-based categories

Ages 3 – 6
Students and parents/guardians participate in a story-reading which leads to a viewing of relevant works of art, followed by a hands-on art project. Parents/guardians are required to stay with their child during the story and tour portion of the program and may be asked to assist during the art activity.

Ages 7 – 9
Students take a guided theme tour for 30 minutes followed by a 30-minute art activity inspired by their tour.

Ages 10 – 13 and 14 – 18
Students take a guided theme tour for 60 minutes which includes writing exercises, sketching in the galleries, and take-home assignments.
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Homeschool Programs Information

Contact:
Saralyn Rosenfield
Family Programs Manager
302.351.8504
srosenfield@delart.org

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Homeschool Programs at the Delaware Art Museum!

Register Now For These Upcoming Sessions:

Women in Art
This session will focus on women both as artists and subjects in the Museum’s collections and in the exhibition Illustrating Her World: Ellen B. T. Pyle.
Wednesdays - (4 weeks)
Sept. 23 – Oct. 14
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost per child:
$14 Members/$16 Non-Members
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The Art of the Print
Inspired by the Museum’s exhibition Fantasies & Fairy-Tales: Maxfield Parrish and the Art of the Print, students will learn about the history of illustration as well as printing techniques.
Wednesdays - (4 weeks, no class Nov. 25)
Nov. 11 – Dec. 9
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost per child:
$14 Members/$16 Non-Members
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Fact and Fantasy
In conjunction with the Museum’s exhibition Dinotopia: The Fantastical Art of James Gurney, this session will combine art, fantasy, and natural history. Included with the program is a special presentation on dinosaurs by the Delaware Museum of Natural History.
Wednesdays - (4 weeks)
Feb. 10 – March 3
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost per child:
$14 Members/$16 Non-Members
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The Elements of Art
Learn how the basic elements of design (line, color, shape, and texture) work together as a visual language by exploring the Museum’s collections
Wednesdays - (4 weeks)
March 31 – April 21
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost per child:
$14 Members/$16 Non-Members
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Age Groupings:
For programs listed above;
Your child’s experience will match the following age-based categories:

Ages 3 – 6
Students and parents/guardians participate in a story-reading which leads to a viewing of relevant works of art, followed by a hands-on art project. Parents/guardians are required to stay with their child during the story and tour portion of the program and may be asked to assist during the art activity.

Ages 7 – 9
Students take a guided theme tour for 30 minutes followed by a 30-minute art activity inspired by their tour.

Ages 10 – 13 and 14 – 18
Students take a guided theme tour for 60 minutes which includes writing exercises, sketching in the galleries, and take-home assignments.
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About the Homeschool Progams at the Delaware Art Museum
The Delaware Art Museum’s Homeschool Programs offer Homeschool families a wonderful art education experience! Kids will build a foundation for visual arts as well as hone their observation skills through discussions of works in the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions. Additionally, art activities, writing exercises, and take-home assignments extend the student's learning experience beyond the galleries. Homeschool Programs are designed for different age groups and are offered as four-week sessions. Homeschool families can choose to sign up for one or more session. Children will be automatically enrolled into the appropriate program based on their age.

Homeschool Programs Information

Contact:
Saralyn Rosenfield
Family Programs Manager
302.351.8504
srosenfield@delart.org

website

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Teen Initiative at the Delaware Art Museum

Going into its third year!
Currently recruiting new members!

Teen initiative members volunteer at the museum, go on field trips, meet once a month at the museum to work and have fun with other teens interested in art, art history, and the museum. They mount exhibits, create podcasts, learn, and have fun!

Members must be high school aged - that means entering 9th grade this fall or older. To become a member you must complete a volunteer application form and write a letter of interest.

It you would like to learn more
or
Attend an upcoming meeting:

Please contact Saralyn.

Saralyn Rosenfield
Family Programs Manager
302.351.8504
srosenfield@delart.org
website

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Studio Art Class for Homeschoolers at the Delaware Art Museum!

Artist Studio for Homeschoolers

(Ages 9 – 14)
Students will learn the fundamentals of art in the Museum’s studio. Basic drawing and painting will be explored, focusing on processes and techniques. The class will visit the Museum’s galleries to draw inspiration. Students will learn creative techniques and develop an appreciation for art.
Teacher: Sam Mylin
Wednesdays, September 16 – November 18
(10 weeks)
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$125 Members/$145 Non-Members

Homeschool Programs Information

Contact:
Saralyn Rosenfield
Family Programs Manager
302.351.8504
srosenfield@delart.org

website

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