An inspiring, nurturing, and creative setting provides children with the opportunity to explore and grow through art. Children's art classes are designed with an emphasis on process rather than product. Creative problem solving and individual expression are elements of each class. Occasionally students work in teams on group projects. Class subjects often relate to the exhibitions on view in the gallery and incorporate art historical references to provide context for learning. Supplies are provided for all children's classes.
Let your children experience fun and exciting ways to make art. They will be involved in designing and creating lots of different arts and crafts projects and will share their ideas and artwork with the group. Kids will be introduced to a variety of art media including drawing, painting, textiles and collage while having the freedom to express themselves as they choose. Every child will take home new skills, personalized artwork and great memories!
An extended day option is available through the Blaine County Recreation District. For more details please call 208.788.2117.
The Center and the Environmental Resource Center Present ECO Camp: Wild Art - Nature Through the Artist’s Eye Mon–Fri, Aug 9–13 (overnight camp) for students entering grades 7–9 Early registration: $300 / ends May 14 • Regular registration: $325 Central Idaho 4-H Camp, 17 miles north of Ketchum To register please visit www.ercsv.org or call 208.726.4333
One look at the works of Ansel Adams, John James Audubon and Andy Goldsworthy and we can see the unique intersection between art, nature and science. Eco Camp: Wild Art is an overnight field ecology and natural history program that uses art as the lens to explore nature, giving young teens the opportunities for self-expression and discovery that they crave. The Center will provide daily art workshops in small groups in a variety of mediums. Field instructors will then guide participants in applying those new techniques to complement our study of ecology, geology and natural history. There will be open studio time each day (and campfires every night), and the program will conclude with a gallery show for family and friends where the artists can proudly display their pieces.
Doing Art Together with Zoey Pierce Sat, Aug 21, 2–3:30pm The Center, Ketchum, for Ages 5+ with adult $25 members / $50 nonmembers (per person) • Register now Registration deadline: Fri, Aug 6
Come discover the notorious artist Andy Warhol. We will have fun learning about his life and his creation of pop art. Then get ready for a hands-on experience making your own screen-print designs on various materials. Bring a love for art and a creative spirit. Zoey Pierce earned a BFA in printmaking from Boise State University and a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, NM. Currently, she teaches elementary and middle school art at the Community School.
With each gallery exhibition in Ketchum, the Education Department creates a project that kids may work on with their parents. This area often has a display area so that kids can either leave their artwork in the gallery to share, or may take it home!
Free after school art classes are available to all elementary and middle school students in the valley. Classes are six weeks in length and are offered in both the fall and spring semesters. Teaching artists work with The Center to develop curricula that complements what is happening during the school day. Classes are offered in both English and Spanish.
Ketchum, Hailey, and Bellevue After School Art Classes After school art classes are meant as a supplement to the art lessons that students receive as a part of their regular school program. Enrollment priority is given to students with social and economic needs based on the recommendations of school counselors.
Video Production with Mark Oliver Sat & Sun, Apr 24 & 25, 10am–4pm The Center, Hailey • $15, pre-registration required • Register Now
This two-day intensive workshop will cover the basic aspects of video production including the importance of visual storytelling, editing and sound design. Participants will develop simple script ideas and, while moving into the basics of shooting, will learn the correct way to care for and use cameras and the importance of working as a team to conceptualize and produce a film.
Teen workshops are co-sponsored by Yak! and are designed to be fun, creative, artistic activities just for teens. Register online or call 726.9491 in advance to guarantee your spot.
Join Diana Sharpless for a week as she explores the changing of the seasons. Young artists will focus on creative activities that include a variety of visual art making techniques including drawing, painting, textiles and collage. Students will also incorporate the worlds of music making, dance and storytelling into their work. Each participant will learn the fundamentals of art while also exploring their surrounding environments.
2009
Summer Art Camp with Diana Sharpless for ages 5 & 6
Walk on the Wild Side: July 20–24 The Center, Hailey
Let your children experience fun and exciting ways to make a variety of art. During the week, students will explore the fascinating world of wildlife through creative play, dance and movement, digital photography, mask making and mixed-media yard art. Every child will take home new skills, personalized artwork and great memories. After receiving her PhD in Art Education/Multi-Cultural Education from Ohio State University, Diana has taught in a variety of settings since 1993.
Doing Art Together with Zoey Pierce
Ages 5+ with adult Sat, June 27, 2–3:30pm, at The Center, Ketchum
During this parent/child class, together you’ll explore the famous artist Pablo Picasso.
Children's Arts Festival Sat, Mar 7, 2009 Presented by the Wood River Arts Alliance, the Children's Arts Festival is a day of free arts classes taught by WRA member organizations, including The Center. All elementary school children are invited to participate. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins at 9 am, classes begin at 10 am. Parents must register with their children.
Give Me a Break with Matt Connor (Spring Break, that is!) Mon–Fri, Mar 16–20, 2009 Join us for a week of art fun this Spring Break! Young artists will have the opportunity to work with a variety of artmaking techniques including drawing, painting, textiles and collage. Each student will learn the fundamentals of art and art history while creating their own personal artwork to take home.
2008
Summer Art Camp - for ages 7-10 (3 consecutive weeks) and for ages 5 & 6 (2 weeks)
Let your children experience fun and exciting ways to make art. They will be involved in designing and creating lots of different arts and crafts projects and will share their ideas and artwork with the group. Kids will be introduced to a variety of art media including drawing, painting, textiles and collage while having the freedom to express themselves as they choose. Every child will come home with new skills, personalized artwork and great memories. Camps meet at The Center, Hailey.
An extended day option is available through the Blaine County Recreation District. Please call 726.9491 for details.
2007
Doing Art Together with Zoey Crawford Sat, Jul 14, 2007 Age 5+ with adult
Summer Art Camp with Lisa Whitworth - for ages 7-10 Jul 16-27, 2007 - for ages 5 & 6 Jul 30-Aug 10, 2007
Kids Craft Area at the Festival August 10-12, 2007 Picasso, Miró, Munch, Seurat: Learning from the Masters ages 8-12 with Matt Connor Tue & Thu, Sept 12 & 14, 2007
Doing Art Together Sat July 15, Sat, 2-5pm, Mon & Wed, July 17 & 19, 3-5pm
Summer Art Camp with MaryEllen Mahar Week 1: Mon-Fri, July 24-28, 9am-noon Week 2: Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4, 9am-noon
2006
Coming Soon.
2005
A Children's Northwest Indian Experience: Button Blankets with Sarah Lyle Sat, Aug 5, 2–5pm
Relief Printmaking with Michelle Stillman Feb 7 & 9, 2005
Spring Break Sculpture Workshop with Cindy Tower Mar 28-31, 2005
Mosaics with Bob Dix Sat & Sun, Apr 9th & 10th, 2005
Painting and Drawing with Patterns with Kathryn Crowley Sat, Oct 8
Portraits with Kelley Cooper Mondays & Wednesdays, Nov 7, 9, 14 & 16
Summer Art Camp for ages 5 & 6
with Diana Sharpless
Mon–Fri, Jul 19–23, 9am–12pm
Mon–Fri, Jul 26–30, 9am–12pm
$190 members / $215 nonmembers (each week)
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Mon, Jul 5
Summer Art Campfor ages 7–10
with Diana Sharpless
Mon–Fri, Jul 19–23, 2–5pm
Mon–Fri, Jul 26–30, 2–5pm
$190 members / $215 non-members (each week)
The Center, Hailey
Registration deadline: Mon, Jul 5
Let your children experience fun and exciting ways to make art. They will be involved in designing and creating lots of different arts and crafts projects and will share their ideas and artwork with the group. Kids will be introduced to a variety of art media including drawing, painting, textiles and collage while having the freedom to express themselves as they choose. Every child will take home new skills, personalized artwork and great memories!
An extended day option is available through the Blaine County Recreation District.
For more details please call 208.788.2117.
The Center and the Environmental Resource Center Present
ECO Camp: Wild Art
Nature Through the Artist’s Eye
Mon–Fri, Aug 9–13 (overnight camp)
For students entering grades 7–9
Early registration: $300 / ends May 14
Regular registration: $325
Central Idaho 4-H Camp, 17 miles north of Ketchum
To register please visit www.ercsv.org or call 208.726.4333
One look at the works of Ansel Adams, John James Audubon and Andy Goldsworthy and we can see the unique intersection between art, nature and science. Eco Camp: Wild Art is an overnight field ecology and natural history program that uses art as the lens to explore nature, giving young teens the opportunities for self-expression and discovery that they crave. The Center will provide daily art workshops in small groups in a variety of mediums. Field instructors will then guide participants in applying those new techniques to complement our study of ecology, geology and natural history. There will be open studio time each day (and campfires every night), and the program will conclude with a gallery show for family and friends where the artists can proudly display their pieces.
Doing Art Together
with Zoey Pierce
Sat, Aug 21, 2–3:30pm
The Center, Ketchum
Ages 5+ with adult
$25 members / $50 nonmembers (per person)
Registration deadline: Fri, Aug 6
Come discover the notorious artist Andy Warhol. We will have fun learning about his life and his creation of pop art. Then get ready for a hands-on experience making your own screen-print designs on various materials. Bring a love for art and a creative spirit. Zoey Pierce earned a BFA in printmaking from Boise State University and a master’s degree in counseling and art therapy from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, NM. Currently, she teaches elementary and middle school art at the Community School.
Children's Arts Festival