Children's Program
Code: ZFK-24
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Open to All
Subject to specific age requirements, students of any skill/knowledge level.
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Ages 7-10
After-School Art: Fall Session
Oct 2 - Dec 18, 2024
10 Early-Release Wednesdays: 1:45PM - 3:45PM
Location: Aspen Elementary Art Room
Concept
This autumn, Anderson Ranch Arts Center returns to Aspen Elementary school! Students eager to explore the wonderful world of art join us after school on early-release Wednesdays in the art room for creativity and growth. Participants will explore personal expression, color, shape, texture, and composition. This program provides support and guidance for children keen on expressing themselves through art.
Scholarship support is available but limited. Please click here to apply. The scholarship deadline is September 20th.
Fall Session Dates:*
- October 2nd, 2024
- October 9th, 2024
- October 16th, 2024
- October 23rd, 2024
- November 6th, 2024
- November 13th, 2024
- November 20th, 2024
- December 4th, 2024
- December 11th, 2024
- December 18th, 2024
*Please note that there is no session on Wednesday, October 30th and November 27th.
Media & Techniques
Anderson Ranch staff will provide the materials, guidance and inspiration to create works of art in painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography, sculpture, and other mixed-media materials.
Faculty
Emily Katebini
Children’s and Community Engagement Program Coordinator
Emily is the Children’s and Community Engagement Program Coordinator of the Anderson Ranch. Emily earned a B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Colorado, and an M.A. in Intellectual Disabilities and Autism in Elementary Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. With a distinguished career as a New York City educator, she earned the 2022 New York Literacy Outreach Award for her significant contributions to improving literacy outcomes across the city. Prior to joining the Anderson Ranch, Emily served as the Director of Special Education and Giftedness at a K-12 school.
Join Waitlist for After-School Art: Fall Session
Thank you for your interest in the waitlist. When space in a workshop or program becomes available, registration will open on the website. Everyone on the waitlist will be emailed to alert them of the opening. This ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity to register for the workshop or program.
Workshop Details
Lodging & Meals
Housing is limited and includes shared and private lodging options. Reservations will be managed on a first-come, first-served basis. The earlier you reserve housing, the better your chance of receiving your preferred option. Please note: Workshop costs do not include accommodations.
NEW: Tuition includes a welcome dinner and lunches. In our effort to foster a stronger sense of community and accessibility at Anderson Ranch, we include the welcome dinner and all lunches as part of the tuition for summer workshop students. Our hope is that this adjustment will encourage all students to come together to share meals and engage in meaningful conversations. The Ranch Café Meal Plan, which is included with Room and Board fees, strives to provide healthy, creative meals that will nourish your artistic creativity. Learn more.
We have established a Business Safety Plan with added layers of precaution that prioritize the health and safety of our staff, students, faculty and guests while continuing to provide you with the Anderson Ranch experience that you know and enjoy.
Child & Teen Scholarships
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, both individuals and foundations, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
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