Kre8hope Stepping Stones to Art
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| Thu 14 Oct ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 21 Oct ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 28 Oct ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 4 Nov ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 11 Nov ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 18 Nov ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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| Thu 25 Nov ’10, 10:00am–12:30pm |
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Where: Quarry Arts Centre, 21 Selwyn Ave, Whangarei Show map
Restrictions: All Ages
Ticket Information:
- 6 week block: $93.00
- Individual classes: $22.00
- Booking fees may apply
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The purpose of the Kre8hope Stepping Stones to Art is to provide people with disabilities the opportunity to express themselves through the creation of art and also provide the artists with the opportunity to earn income from the sale of their artwork. Kre8hope Stepping Stones to Art at the Quarry Arts Centre provides workspace, instruction, and opportunities to explore a wide variety of media. Professional local artists are available to assist each student in exploring the creative process. The first 6 week pilot course starts in March 2010. The courses are designed to meet the needs of each aspiring artist.
Mission
The purpose of the Kre8hope Stepping Stones to Art is to provide people with disabilities the opportunity to express themselves through the creation of art and also provide the artists with the opportunity to earn income from the sale of their artwork.
Goals
•Assist people with disabilities to integrate into visual arts activities
•Encourage and nurture people to fulfill their ambitions through the creative process, and to pursue a career in the arts
•Increase potential of individual artists with disabilities to professionally exhibit and earn income from the sale of their work;
•Create opportunities to experiment with different media, techniques and materials
•To deliver a high quality learning environment, shifting the barriers, changing community attitudes, highlighting inclusive participation
•Celebrating diverse artistic talent
About the Program
Kre8hope Stepping Stones to Art at the Quarry Arts Centre provides workspace, instruction and opportunities to explore a wide variety of media. Professional local artists are available to assist each student in exploring the creative process. The courses are designed to meet the needs of each aspiring artist.
Eligibility Requirements
If you live in the Northland Area, are an adult (over 18) with a disability and have a passion for art, contact the Quarry Arts Centre in Whangarei. You don’t need to have had a lot of artistic experience, just a love of the arts and the desire to learn.EnrollIf you would like to know further information about the programme, please contact the Quarry Arts Centre 09 438 1215 admin@quarryarts.org or Dianne Doran, Programme Coordinator on 0272503935, kre8hope@xtra.co.nzAlternatively, complete the application form attached and simply return it to the Quarry Arts Centre and we will get in touch.
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