Modern & Contemporary Art (Grades K-6) Thursdays

  • General Creative Arts
71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA
Sep 09 2024
Jan 31 2025
Cost Single Day Drop-in $45.00
$650.00

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  4. Thu2:30 - 5:30 pm
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Description

Modern and Contemporary Art

Provided by Hawk's Nest

Course Overview:

This class focuses on engaging students with artworks that reflect the diversity, innovation, and
creativity of today's artists. Students will explore and learn various art forms, fundamental art
terms, and techniques such as painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media; allowing them
to develop an open and expressive artistic mind. Students will also be able to look through the
past art history and think critically and creatively about the development of modern art today.
Students will learn about many modern and contemporary artists, like Roy Lichtenstein, Pablo
Picasso, Banksy, and others, and how these artists have shaped the art world with their unique
perspectives.

Impact on Education and Personal Growth:

Engaging with modern and contemporary art in education promotes critical thinking, creativity, and cultural appreciation. Studying artists like Lichtenstein and Picasso enhances students' understanding of diverse perspectives. Hands-on activities and discussions improve confidence, communication, teamwork, and empathy. Overall, the class nurtures students' holistic development intellectually, emotionally, and socially.

Sample Lessons:

  • Exploring Abstract Art with Pablo Picasso: Introduce students to abstract art and encourage them to create their own abstract pieces.
  • Pop Art and Roy Lichtenstein: Teach students about the Pop Art movement and Lichtenstein's uniqueness.
  • Street Art and Banksy: Introduce students to contemporary street art and its impact on society.
  • Mixed Media Masterpieces: Encourage students to experiment with different materials and techniques to create mixed media art.

Please Note: This course is nonrefundable after 09/04/2024.

Program Schedule:

  • Students have a supervised snack period in the HCCS cafeteria from 2:20pm to 2:45pm.
  • Instructional sessions are scheduled from 2:45pm to 4:00pm, followed by a brief transition period for students from 4:00pm to 4:15pm.
  • After classes and transitioning, students can participate in various engaging after-school activities from 4:15pm to 5:30pm.
  • Options include joining student clubs, studying in the HCES library (for grades 2-6) or attending storytelling sessions (for grades K-1), and having free play in the cafeteria or courtyard. [Details about these activities, including club descriptions, schedules, and sign-up information, will be shared during the first week of school.]

 

Class dates

09/12/2024, 09/19/2024, 09/26/2024, 10/10/2024, 10/17/2024, 10/24/2024, 10/31/2024, 11/07/2024, 11/14/2024, 11/21/2024, 12/05/2024, 12/12/2024, 12/19/2024, 01/02/2025, 01/09/2025, 01/16/2025, 01/23/2025, 01/30/2025

Additional services and fees

Late Pick-up Fee $1.00 per minute

Restrictions

Participants must be entering grades kindergarten to 6.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 8

Maximum: 12

Registration period

Registration starts on 06/03/2024 and ends on 01/31/2025.

In-person location

71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA

Room: 110

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