Sculpting, Pottery & Creative Crafts

148.00387.00

 NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE   or CLASS-BASED    *This class tends to become full quickly!

This program aims to introduce young students to a world of creative possibilities and 3 dimensional crafts. It is designed to allow students the time to deal with different materials and to become introduced to different areas in Sculpting. Workshops revolve around real-world projects that aim to develop children’s creative mindset together with their craftsmanship. Sessions include- Creating Figure structures, Pottery classes, Recycled crafts, Printmaking workshops, Clay and Portrait modelling and much more!


Upcoming Commencement Date: Week starting 1st July ’24 *groups tend to become full quickly

Winter sessions & times: Every Friday 5-7PM (5-8; 9-12 y.o) & Saturday 11:30AM-1:30PM (13+ y.o)
Summer sessions & times: Every Monday 9-1:30PM (5-8; 9-12; 13+ y.o) OR Thursday 9:00AM-1:30PM (5-8; 9-12; 13+ y.o) OR Every Friday 5-7PM (5-8; 9-12 y.o) & Saturday 11:30AM-1:30PM (13+ y.o)

Summer enrollments made before 15th of March 2024 benefit from Early-Enrollment Discounts. Use coupon code: EarlySummerEnrollment24

 Winter Program Schedule 2023-24

Term 1: 2nd October – 20th January (14 sessions)
Christmas Break: Dec 24th 2023- Jan 6th 2024
Term 2: 22nd January – 12th May (14 sessions)
Easter Break: 9th- 22nd April 2024

Summer Schedule 2024:

5-8 & 9-12 y.o: Week starting July-  Sep (20 lessons | 2x 10 weeks)
13 y.o+: Week starting July – Sep (10 lessons / 1x 10 weeks)
St. Maria shut-down: 2 weeks August 2024

*Class schedules are subject to change during public holidays*

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Course Description

Disclaimer: Due to the current COVID-19 situation being still liquid and as part of our Special H&S, Mitigation and Continuity of Learning Policy students may have the option to attend the course online or physically in-class*. Continue reading

 

* Physical classes are subject to be suspended or transferred online with or without prior notice depending on the then current COVID-19 situation. 

Course Content

The Sculpting, Pottery and Crafts for Kids program encourages students to explore a world of 3 Dimensional creative media. From Sculpting to clay modelling, printmaking and recycled crafts…

 

Why study Art?

Drawing and art develop core creative competencies that can transfer to any thing your child aspires to do. Such Skills include:

  • Motor Skills   Many of the motions and movements involved in making Art, Crafts are essential to the development of motor skills in young children.
  • Visual Learning   Painting, sculpting with clay, observing  patterns all develop visual-spatial skills which help children how to interpret, criticize, and use visual information at their needs.
  • Creativity Creativity is the Highest Form of intelligence” because it goes beyond knowledge recall and extends into knowledge creation & innovation.
  • Concentration   Focusing on one task and object at a time while challenging their creative and observational skills helps children develop their cognitive and focus skills, which skills are Necessities!
  • Self-Expression & Confidence  during the Course children will also be encouraged to exhibit and present their works of art.

Meet the Tutor

Kelsey May Connor - Tutor Profile | AK Malta

Kelsey May Connor | B.A. (Hons) Fine Arts

Despite her young age of 24 Kelsey, has been able to create a long portfolio of versatile works, commissions and projects ranging from classical realism to surrealism and even abstract and more conceptual artworks. Her vast portfolio perfectly reflects her enthusiastic, curious and non-conventional approach to art-making.

Kelsey has been most recently renowned for her quirky and engaging drawings for Kelma Kuljum – a local initiative which explains language through hand drawn sketches.

She has also been involved in many commercial stop motion animation productions including the music video by The Travelers Xemx u Xita ,which to Kelsey’s name reflects the great draftsmanship and strong storytelling skills. In 2017, she has also been responsible for the design of the Enemalta anniversary monument in Marsa.

Shared classroom resources Policy ⓘ

All activities are inclusive of Shared-Classroom resources. These resources include shareable pencils, reusable tools and equipment, and general materials. Personal-use consumable resources are not included and must be purchased by the student. Personal use consumables include: personal toolkits, specific materials, clay, fine-painting paper etc… which are consumed and/or taken home by the student after individual use.

To apply for the upcoming course you may register via the link below:

Kindly only register if undertaking this course. Space is Limited and classes Fill up Fast.

Shared classroom resources Policy ⓘ

All activities are inclusive of Shared-Classroom resources. These resources include shareable pencils, reusable tools and equipment, and general materials. Personal-use consumable resources are not included and must be purchased by the student. Personal use consumables include: personal toolkits, specific materials, clay, fine-painting paper etc… which are consumed and/or taken home by the student after individual use.

Program funding options

Tax Deduction on Fees paid for Cultural and Creative Courses

Parents of children under 16 who attended any Cultural or Creative courses during 2023 can now apply for a tax deduction scheme of up to a maximum of €300 for each child. If the course was provided by an entity or individual recognised by Arts Council Malta, parents are entitled to claim a deduction against their chargeable income of up to a maximum of €300 for each child.

What our students have to say

art classes malta they are very good and talented. My daughter she really learned a lot since she started attending their classes. They are great! thanks a lot keep it up with your good work I recommend.

Parent, Children Arts courseRose Zarb

Very nice education center ❤️❤️ My daughter had the best classes during her summer vacation in Malta and had a great time with friendly teachers and friends. Thank you very much.👏👏

Songhyeon JunParent of student following InnovativeKids Summer School 2023

Our daughter enjoys every second of her art lessons and she's always looking forward for the next one. We highly recommend Art Classes Malta

Ann Marie Scerri GrassoParent, Children Art course

My daughter really loves attending her lessons with ms Kelsey. I also attended 2 adult courses one with Kelsey and with Stefan.Great tutors I am very happy and thankful for offering us with such great courses!

Carmen AgiusParent, Children Art Programme

Highly recommend their classes. The teachers are dedicated and the kids are truly treated as young artists - challenged to think outside the box and be their best artistic self. My daughter has been going for the last 2.5years and she never has enough of their lessons.

Denise BiancoParent, Children Art course

Learning was fun, our child developed new skills which till now were never explored. During this experience he had the time and guidance to help him develop new skills.

ParentParent of student following InnovativeKids Summer School 2019

For those art lovers out there, Art Classes provides the right environment where you can indulge in learning about real art. If you’re hooked on classical and fine art, this is the place to be.

Paul FarrugiaAfter attending the Classical Realism Introductory course and the Life Portrait Painting specialization course

Great tutors, would recommend to anyone that wants to develop their drawing and painting skills or just spend some time doing what they enjoy.

Alison RogersStudent

It was an amazing workshop! looking forward to the next 🙂

Sephora BaldacchinoAfter attending the Golden Proportions

Very good school! Extremely professional and dedicated young teachers. I Highly recommend to all.

Ray AzzopardiParent and student

An art school run by consummate professionals! Kelsey is a brilliant, patient teacher who will bring out the artist in you no matter your level. Cannot recommend enough. I look forward to every session. 😃

Maria MangionAttended the Beginner Program in Drawing and Watercolour | 09/03/20

The art lessons with a difference in a free environment that does not look like a school!

ParentParent of student following InnovativeKids Summer School 2019

You cannot predict the outcome of human development. All you can do is like a farmer create the conditions under which it will begin to flourish.

— Ken Robinson

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