What better way to get out in the sun then to create outdoor art in your own neighbourhood? Check out this easy recipe for chalk paint that you can make in your classroom, at home, or anywhere that inspiration strikes!
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Making Waves with Whales
Throughout the month of March, students of all ages were hard at work making some rather large creations. The whales, one bowhead and two orcas, not only helped them learn about ocean ecosystems but also gave the opportunity for them to get messy creating something truly unique. Each whale was constructed from recycled materials led by Dean Bareham, artist director of Green Fools Theatre.
My adventure with Kiliii Yuyan: Life on Thin Ice
National Geographic Explorer and award-winning photographer Kiliii Yüyan illuminates the importance of human connection to the land and sea with two student presentations in the Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons May 27 & 28 with Life on Thin Ice. Associate Director of Education at Arts Commons was able to travel to Yüyan’s hometown of Seattle, Washington to see him live this past January and it was a life-changing experience for her.
Make Your Own Holiday Wreath with Arts Commons
For those of us who love the look and smell of a natural wreath but also want to put our own personal touch on it, we have the craft for you! So grab your pine boughs, wreath frame, and get ready to create some holiday magic.
Culture Days Gets Messy with Students at Arts Commons
Arts education took centre stage on Thursday, September 28 as Arts ReimaginED kicked off the season of arts education in alignment with Alberta Culture Days. Eight classes and over 200 students took part in eight different workshops scattered throughout the building, learning everything from painting to Bollywood dance. Teachers were able to engage directly with teaching artists, both learning through hands-on experience and crafting the perfect learning environment.
What does Arts ReimaginED mean to you?
What do you think when you hear arts education? Learning a musical instrument? Painting a portrait? Maybe using dance to express a feeling or idea?
Though these are all forms of arts education, what you likely don’t think about is the decades worth of research supporting the benefits that arts education has to our mental health, emotional maturity, and even our employability as adults – not just as artists, but in any type of job. As the largest performing arts centre in western Canada, it’s no surprise that we are very interested in the science of arts education. That’s why in spring of last year, we collaborated with Calgary Arts Development Association to conduct a benchmark survey to discover where teachers, parents, and arts facilitators needed us to step in and support.
Pumpkin Lanterns
Spooky season is here, and what better time to get creative? We have a couple of great crafts for you this month, including this nifty pumpkin lantern you can make with just a few household materials.
Asking Beautiful Questions
It seems to me if you ask a good question, you will get a good answer. My name is Jennifer Roberts, and my role at Arts Commons is to work with teachers and students to design and then implement an immersive arts-focused session or a week-long field study. A large part of how I go about doing this is through asking questions.