Walking Tour The Real North End and Port with Bill Manson
Meet over coffee at the Hamilton Waterfront Trust Centre Pier 8, followed by an illustrated talk at 9:30 am by AGH Docent and historian, Bill Manson. Starting at 10:30 am, the walk will take us through the historic neighbourhood of North Hamilton including the Old Port and Waterfront trail. We will conclude our walk with an optional, pay-your-own lunch at Williams Fresh Café at 12:30 pm. Moderate pace, some hills.
Hamilton Waterfront Trust Centre Pier 8 (same building as Sarcoa Restaurant): 47 Discovery Drive, Hamilton, ON L8L 8K4
Details
Wednesday, June 19 from 9:15 am to 12:30 pm
AGH Members: $14 | Non-Members: $18 Pre-registration is required.
Online (closes midnight prior to walk)
In person at AGH Visitor Services Desk or AGH Design Annex
In a summer exhibition season that celebrates 'Play' in its many forms, our lecture series brings together a varied collection of speakers, topics and ideas. Play is essential for all of us. From its simplest expressions in childhood to the more complex world of art and gaming, this lecture series will begin an exploration of play and will continue in late September with new topics and speakers.
Details
A Conversation about 'Play' Thursday, June 20 at 7:00 pm
AGH Curators Melissa Bennett, Tobi Bruce and Dr. Benedict Leca share their ideas of play and speak to some of their curatorial selections in the exhibition.
Art and Music, Playing with Sound Thursday, June 27 at 7:00 pm
In an illustrated talk, HPO Concertmaster Stephen Sitarski shares his ideas about art, music and the joy of sound.
Package Price for TWO talks:AGH Members $12 | General $18 Individual talks:AGH Members $8 | General $12
Online (closes midnight prior to talks)
In person at AGH Visitor Services Desk or AGH Design Annex
In a fun and cheeky approach to Western art history, these classes touch on highlights of the most significant art periods from Classicism to the end of the 19th century. In this condensed programme, you will travel centuries each session and build a framework for more in-depth studies to follow in coming seasons. Art historian and AGH Docent Michael Collins will share his expertise and anecdotes in an engaging and informative programme.
Details
Thursdays: May 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20
Time: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
AGH Members $70 | General $85
Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited. *
*Kindly complete form and return immediately, via fax to 905-577-6940, email or mail form to: Art Gallery of Hamilton, 123 King St. West, Hamilton L8P 4S8.
Contact us at education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or call 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
Why not explore your creativity and indulge in some art making this summer? These short 3-session classes offer an introductory taste of a variety of techniques to inspire beginners as well as those with some experience. Try one or all six! We provide all your materials. Discover your inner artist this summer.
Details
SESSION ONE
Introduction to Pastels Join artist and educator Clarence Porter (www.porter-arts.com) for a short introduction to pastels. Participants will try various techniques and end the class with a finished work of art.
Sundays: June 2, 9, 23
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Introduction to Encaustic Artist Jan Yates (www.janyates.com) will introduce a new painting technique to the AGH Studio programme—the art of painting with bees wax. Participants will learn to control heat and pigment to create brilliant and tactile paintings.
Sundays: June 2, 9, 23
Time: 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
SESSION TWO
Watercolour for Beginners Explore this versatile medium through hands-on experimentation and play. This class is suitable for first-time watercolourists and those with some experience.
Sundays: July 14, 21, 28
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Life Drawing Drawing from the nude as a pillar of an artist’s training is a tradition that dates back before the 19th century. Using works on display and nude models, participants will explore various approaches to the study of the human form.
Sundays: July 14, 21, 28
Time: 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
SESSION THREE
Painting with Acrylics Participants will explore colour theory, composition and various techniques that make acrylic paint a versatile and creative material.
Sundays: August 11, 18, 25
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Intro to Mono-printing Unlike other forms of printmaking, artists who work with mono-prints strive for a unique print with each pull. In this introductory class led by artist and educator Len Jessome (www.lenjessome.blogspot.ca), explore a range of different techniques used for making prints.
Sundays: August 11, 18, 25
Time: 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
AGH Members $65 | Non-Members $75 (per morning or afternoon session)
Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited. *
*Kindly complete form and return immediately, via fax to 905-577-6940, email or mail form to: Art Gallery of Hamilton, 123 King St. West, Hamilton L8P 4S8.
Contact us at education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or call 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
Celebrating design and creative pursuits at the AGH Design Annex, these afternoon workshops bring design, craft and home décor together in fun hands-on activities. All workshop materials are provided and you can also purchase additional items from the instructor.
Basket Nests Saturday, June 1 - 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Learn the basics of basket-weaving with wire and wool with artist Kate Carder-Thompson. Participants will create their own nest-inspired baskets to take away. All materials provided.
Tea-Cup Terrariums Saturday, June 22 - 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Our James St. North neighbour Bev Zaruk of i fiori (i-fiori-flowers.blogspot.ca) returns with a workshop on creating miniature gardens in antique teacups. A great present for that special someone, or as a teacher’s gift at the end of the year!
Intro to Felting Saturday, July 13 - 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Learn how to create a 3-D felted vessel through the interesting and easy process of felting with artist Sue Firkser (www.suefirkser.ca). All materials provided. Participants are asked to each bring a large, dry beach towel.
Bookmaking Continued Saturday, August 17 - 11:30 am to 2:00 pm Join artist Alison Thompson in an engaging workshop on bookbinding. Folded accordion books and other techniques can lead to exciting and creative results. This class is suited for beginners as well as previous bookbinding workshop participants.
AGH Members $45 | General $55 (per workshop)
Pre-registration is required as spaces are limited. *
*Kindly complete form and return immediately, via fax to 905-577-6940, email or mail form to: Art Gallery of Hamilton, 123 King St. West, Hamilton L8P 4S8.
Contact us at education@artgalleryofhamilton.com or call 905-527-6610 ext. 272.
