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Auburn Arts Education Programs
Visual Art Workshops for Children
Ages: 7 years and older
These workshops are organized by Auburn University Professor Chichi Lovett. A variety of age appropriate classes will be taught by area artists and art educators. The first two sessions will focus on bilingual (English/Spanish) workshops. Some projects may be repeated throughout the summer with variations in accordance with sound educational pedagogy. We are an ART workshop with emphasis on the process of creating art, elements of art, experience using a variety of age appropriate materials and art appreciation. An exhibition of the children’s artwork is held at the end of each session. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration will begin on May 2nd. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963.
When: Monday – Friday · 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Session I · June 20 - 24 Session II · July 11 – 15 Session III · July 25 – June 29 Session IV · August 1 – 5 Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Coordinator: Chichi Lovett / Auburn Arts Association Fee: $60.00 per week per child / $50.00 for each additional child, price includes materials and snack / Payable to the Auburn Arts Association
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Art for Young Children
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Pre-school children will explore a variety of age appropriate art materials including clay, paint, and fabric. The first session will focus on bilingual (English/Spanish) workshops conducted by Auburn University Professor Chichi Lovett. Price includes cost of all materials and snack. Some projects may be repeated throughout the summer with variations in accordance with sound educational pedagogy. We are an ART workshop with an emphasis on the process of creating art, elements of art, experience using a variety of age appropriate materials and art appreciation. An exhibition of the children’s artwork is held at the end of each session. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration will begin on May 2nd. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963.
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday · 10 am. - noon Session I · June 28 - 30 Session II · July 5 - 7 Session III · July 19 - 21 Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Coordinator: Chichi Lovett / Auburn Arts Association Fee: $40.00 per week per child, payable to the Auburn Arts Association
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Young Artist Atelier
Ages: 12 – 15 years
This program will offer studio and museum experiences to young artists. This program is a collaborative art program provided by the City of Auburn/Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center, the Auburn Arts Association and the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art. Experiences at the museum may include but are not limited to age appropriate lectures, videos, slides, gallery talks and art activities utilizing the museum collection. Studio experiences will be held at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center and will be taught by Auburn University Professors, local artists and art educators. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration will begin on May 2nd. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963. Limited number of need-based scholarships will be available.
When: Monday – Friday · 10 am – 2:30 pm Session I · June 27 - July 1 Session II · July 18 – 22 Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Coordinator: Chichi Lovett / Auburn Arts Association Fee: $75 per week per child, payable to the Auburn Arts Association
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Musical Theatre Camp
Ages: 8 – 12 years
Young actors will learn music, staging, choreography for several Broadway numbers and then have opportunities to show off what they have learned at the end of the week. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration will begin on May 2nd. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963.
When: Monday – Friday 9 am – 12 noon July 18 - July 22 Performance will be held July 23 at 10 am and 11:15 am Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Coordinator: Trisha Oliver / Elizabeth Childs / Sarah Crisman Cater Fee: $150 per child, (includes a t-shirt fee), payable to the Elizabeth Childs
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Musical Theatre Camp for Teens
Ages: 13 – 18 years
Campers of all skill levels will improve theater-related skills in voice, dance, and acting while meeting new friends and having fun! There will be a performance at the end of the week for family and friends. Camp fills up fast, so please register early. For more information please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Payment is required at the time of registration. Registration will begin on May 2nd. For more information, please contact the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center at 501-2963.
When: Monday – Friday 1 pm – 4 pm July 18 - July 22 Performance will be held July 22 at 10 am and 11:15 am Location: Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center Coordinator: Kim Hurt Fee: $150 per child, (includes a t-shirt fee), payable to the Instructor
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Auburn Arts Association | PO Box 1862, Auburn, AL 36831 | AuburnArtsAssoc@Gmail.com | (334) 332-1227 (Shelley Shields, Co-President) |