Enrollment for Monart classes takes place year round! Consult the class schedule below to see our current programs for both children and adults. You may register at the school or download the registration package to fill out before dropping by.
Students are welcome to participate in any class that’s appropriate for their interest and skill. Age is not a prerequisite for any class, but a starting point.
If you have questions or require more information, please phone us at 613-260-0483 or send us an email.
Monart classes to be offered will include, but not be limited to:
Crafts for Children
Description:
This is a new class starting September with the arrival to our new location!
A class on Friday mornings for children ages 4-7 and 8-12 with a focus on making crafts.
Monart is celebrating its 19th anniversary this year and traditionally our classes have been focused on
drawing and painting. However, with a new school and new attitude, we’re looking forward to making all
kinds of projects. Crafts include:
– Plasticine Sculptures
– Paper Flowers
– Painting Stones
– Dot Paintings
– Paper Plate Crafts
– Foil Paper Art
– And More!
Getting Ready
An introduction to representational drawing geared to the attention span and motor coordination of the 4 to 7 year old. Children master the ability to recognize the elements of shape and combine them in drawing the creatures from nature and objects from their world.This class allows them to make independent choices in composition and background ideas. Step by step instruction is provided.
Media used : Markers, coloured pencils, pastels, watercolors
Drawing Fundamentals
An introduction to representational drawing geared to the attention span and motor coordination of the 8 to 10 year old. Students will learn the Elements of Shape, the basics of the human form, and how to use proportion, perspective, shading and light logic to create drawings in a variety of realistic, abstract, and expressionistic styles. Projects are inspired by 2D and 3D subjects. The progression of lessons in a wide range of media guide students to developing independent drawing skills.
Media used : Markers, watercolor, colored pencil, graphite pencil, charcoal, chalk pastel and oil pastel
Portfolio Development
This course would be of interest to students who are planning to apply to a university, college or academic program that requires a portfolio submission for admission.
This course covers the fundamentals of drawing, design and composition that will give students a greater advantage when submitting portfolios. The instructor will suggest work and assignments tailored to the individual student’s portfolio requirements and will instruct on how to improve necessary skills. Personal consultation will be provided on students’ existing portfolio and application projects.
In twelve sessions students will develop drawing, paintings and mixed media projects with a focus on proportions, rendering with better understanding of the gray scale value, different application of techniques and mediums and will be provided with two sessions of figure drawing from a model and portraiture.
In addition there will be a practice Portfolio review and guidelines on documenting works. Materials are mostly provided by Monart. Any additional materials needed based on individual’s submissions will be discussed in the first session.
Drawing & Painting (Adult)
In this class for teens and adults at the beginner and intermediate levels, students are introduced to all subjects, media and styles of drawing and painting. Step-by-step guidance is provided for beginners and students learning new skills. This is an independent study class in which projects are geared towards individual student interests. An emphasis is placed on exploring new ideas, developing fine art skills and expressing creativity. Can satisfy the beginner, the serious hobbyist as well as those who wish to pursue a career in art.
Media used All drawing media, watercolor, acrylic and oil paint