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Courses for Children and Youth

The AGO offers an environment that is creative, non-competitive and open-ended, allowing young artists (ages 2-18) the freedom to explore their potential and nurture their self-esteem. New skills and concepts are presented with an engaging and contemporary approach. These courses are enriched by regular visits to the AGO Collection and special exhibition galleries, providing an incredible opportunity for learning and creativity.

Check out our one day workshops and even more family fun programing at the AGO.

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Childrens' Winter Courses

parent with child making art

Side by Side

Ages 2–3 with an Adult

Thursdays, 10 – 11 am
January 10 – January 31
Instructor: Melissa Pauw

Thursdays, 10 – 11 am
February 7 – February 28
Instructor: Melissa Pauw

Sundays, 10 – 11 am
January 13 – February 3
Instructor: Melissa Pauw

Sundays, 10 – 11 am
February 10 – March 3
Instructor: Melissa Pauw

Members $175 / General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Toddlers with an adult caregiver will focus on self-expression and discovery in a class that combines art with play. Explore various sights, sounds and materials while your toddler develops motor skills and sensory awareness through age-appropriate art activities. 

All materials are included. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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child painting with adult

Side by Side

Ages 4–6 with an Adult

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
January 12 – February 2
Instructor: Daphne McCormack

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
February 9 – March 2
Instructor: Daphne McCormack

Sundays, 10 am – noon
January 13 – February 3
Instructor: Kimberly Edgar

Sundays, 10 am – noon
February 10 – March 3
Instructor: Kimberly Edgar

Members $175 / General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Discover art while exploring creativity and having fun, alongside your young artist. Children with an adult caregiver will be introduced to a wide range of artmaking materials and techniques by working on individual and shared projects. 

All materials included. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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child with parent drawing in gallery

Drawing Together in the Galleries

Ages 6–10 with an Adult

Sundays, 10 am – noon
February 10 – March 3
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Members $175 / General Public $205 (4 weeks)

There’s no better way to learn to draw than to be surrounded by the incredible art at the AGO and be inspired by the drawings, prints, paintings and objects all around you! Children and an adult caregiver learn new skills and techniques using a variety of sketching tools while visiting the galleries.  

All materials are included. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School. 

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Drawing, Painting & Mixed Media

Ages 6–7

Sundays, 10 am – noon
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: Daphne McCormack

Members $315 / General Public $355 (8 weeks)

With the AGO’s amazing collection as inspiration, young artists learn variety of drawing, painting and mixed media techniques and skills. We take concepts children love to explore – colour, light, form, texture – and build on them, encouraging exploration of tools and materials both traditional and not so traditional. Classes visit the galleries frequently.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Painting & Mixed Media

Ages 8–10

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
January 12 – March 2
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Members $315/ General Public $355 (8 weeks)

With the AGO’s amazing collection as inspiration, young artists learn variety of painting and mixed media techniques and skills. We take concepts children love to explore – colour, light, form, texture – and build on them, encouraging exploration of tools and materials both traditional and not so traditional. Classes visit the galleries frequently.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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a child working on a drawing

Painting Explorations: Impressionism

Ages 11–13

Saturdays, 1 - 3 pm
February 9 – March 2
Instructor: Daphne McCormack

Members $175/ General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Draw inspiration from the exhibition, Impressionism in the Age of Industry: Monet, Pissarro and more, and explore painting through colour, texture and brushwork. Students will use a variety of mediums to capture the unique feel of impressionistic painting.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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two children holding up artwork project

Making Multiples

Ages 6–7

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
January 12 – February 2
Instructor: Kimberly Edgar

Members $175/ General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Explore the magic of printmaking! Create awesome stamps and experiment with screenprinting to create your very own series of prints.  Discover textures and pattern while exploring negative and positive space, colour and more.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Children sculpture class

Sculpture Explorations

Ages 6–7

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
January 12 – February 2
Instructor: Olia Mishchenko

Ages 8–10

Sundays, 10 am – noon
January 13 – February 3
Instructor: Amanda Arcuri

Members $175 / General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Create 3-D art while exploring a variety of traditional and non-traditional techniques and using materials and processes, such as clay, paper, and found objects.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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cardboard city created by children

Futuristic Cities

Ages 6–7

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
February 9 – March 2
Instructor: Olia Mishchenko

Ages 8–10

Saturdays, 1 - 3 pm
February 9 – March 2
Instructor: Kimberly Edgar

Members $175/ General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Paint, draw, sculpt and build your own futuristic city landscapes inspired by the exhibition Impressionism in the Age of Industry. This multimedia class will shake up the classic landscape and zoom it straight into the future!

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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children painting at table

Express Yourself!

Ages 6–7

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
January 13 – February 3
Instructor: Melissa Pauw

Ages 8–10

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
January 12 – February 2
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Members $175/ General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Express yourself using mixed-media in a class that explores identity through traditional self-portraiture or even reimagining yourself as a mythical creature! Visits to the gallery will inspire artworks that are all about you, including paintings, sculptures, collage and more. 

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Kids life drawing

Life Drawing

Ages 8–10

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Ages 11–13

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: TBD

Members $340/ General Public $380 (8 weeks)

Using the AGO Collection as inspiration, children are introduced to the fundamental skills and techniques of drawing. Students will work with a combination of still life and fully-clothed life models – and maybe even a friendly pet dog – to explore different drawing techniques and materials.

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Cartooning

Ages 8–13

Saturdays, 10 am – noon
January 12 – March 2
Instructor: Dave Lapp

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
January 12 – March 2
Instructor: Ani Castillo

Sundays, 10 am – noon
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: Dave Lapp

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: Kimberly Edgar

Members $315 / General Public $355 (8 weeks)

Students learn the art of drawing, story-boarding and character development, working on projects that can include storyboards, flip books, trading cards and collaborative comic book anthologies. Have fun while exploring this unique and playful art form.

All materials are included. Meet in Seminar Room 2 in the Weston Family Learning Centre. 

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Childrens' Workshops

child and caregiver sitting on the floor painting

Painting Together: Impressionism

Ages 6–10 with an Adult

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
February 9 & February 16
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
February 23 & March 2
Instructor: Jessie Jakumeit

Members $80/ General Public $110 (2 weeks)

Draw inspiration from the exhibition, Impressionism in the Age of Industry: Monet, Pissarro and more, and explore painting through colour, texture and brushwork. Students will use a variety of mediums to capture the unique feel of impressionistic painting.

All materials included. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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two children standing in front of Thomson Collection of Ship Models

Building Together: Ships!

Ages 6–10 with an Adult

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
January 12 & January 19
Instructor: Amanda Arcuri

Saturdays, 1 – 3 pm
January 26 & February 2
Instructor: Amanda Arcuri

Members $80/ General Public $110 (2 weeks)

Let your imagination run wild as we explore the Thomson Collection of Ship Models - tug boats, passenger steamers, aircraft carriers and more! Children with an adult caregiver will get creative in the studio by building their own unique ships and vessels. Come stretch your imagination and build with us!

All materials included. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

Image credit: Thomson Collection of Ship Models

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Youth Winter Courses

youth at printmaking easel

Youth Studio

Ages 14–18

Saturdays, 1 – 4 pm
January 12 – March 2
Instructor: Olia Mishchenko

Members $410/ General Public $450 (8 weeks)

Youth Studio is designed for students to build technical skills, explore a creative practice and build a portfolio. It’s an intensive interdisciplinary course with a focus on mixed media and contemporary artistic practice. Students are exposed to new materials, techniques and contemporary artistic practice through gallery visits, discourse and studio activity, while studying with instructors who are practicing artists. Courses are inspired by current exhibitions and the AGO Collection. 

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Youth life drawing

Life Drawing

Ages 14–18

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
January 13 – March 3
Instructor: Jason Deary

Members $340/ General Public $380 (8 weeks)

Using the AGO Collection as inspiration, children are introduced to the fundamental skills and techniques of drawing. Students will work with a combination of still life and fully-clothed life models – and maybe even a friendly pet dog – to explore different drawing techniques and materials.  

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Teenagers painting

Painting Explorations: Impressionism

Ages 14–18

Sundays, 1 – 3 pm
February 10 – March 3
Instructor: TBD

Members $175/ General Public $205 (4 weeks)

Draw inspiration from the exhibition, Impressionism in the Age of Industry: Monet, Pissarro and more, and explore painting through colour, texture and brushwork. Students will use a variety of mediums to capture the unique feel of impressionistic painting. 

All materials are provided. Meet in the Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School.

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Art Education Policies

Policies

Please read the following policies when you prepare your registration to AGO Education courses and camps.

  • Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis and is limited to space restrictions.
  • Advance registration is recommended for all programs.
  • Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
  • All registration is subject to availability.
  • All programs, prices and instructors are subject to change without notice.
  • The AGO has the right to remove students from classes. (remove if they are disruptive).

Withdrawals and Refunds

Adult Courses

  • Payment is due in full at time of registration.
  • Customers who withdraw more than 2 weeks prior to the start of the course will be issued a full refund, minus a $2 service fee.
  • Refunds are available in full 5 days before the start of the first class, minus a $2 service fee and a $30 administration fee.
  • For all courses a withdrawal is allowed before the start of the second class, minus a $2 service fee and an $80 administration fee.
  • Withdrawals after the start of the second class are non-refundable.
  • One day workshops are non-refundable.
  • Absence does not constitute a withdrawal.
  • Courses are not transferable.
  • Withdrawal requests must be done by telephone through the Contact Centre at 416-979-6608.

Children and Youth Courses

  • Payment is due in full at time of registration.
  • Refunds are available in full 5 days before the start of the first class, minus a $30 administration fee.
  • For all courses a withdrawal is allowed before the start of the second class, minus an $80 administration fee.
  • Withdrawals after the start of the second class are non-refundable.
  • One day workshops are non-refundable.
  • Absence does not constitute a withdrawal.
  • Courses are not transferable.
  • Withdrawal requests must be done by telephone through the Contact Centre at 416-979-6608.

Camps

  • Payment is due in full at time of registration.
  • Customers who withdraw more than 2 weeks prior to the start date of your child’s camp program will be issued a full refund, minus the $30 administration fee.
  • Withdrawals within 2 weeks of the start date of your child’s camp program are eligible for a 50% refund minus the $30 administration fee.
  • After the start of your child’s camp program, there are no refunds for cancellations.
  • The above policy also applies to extended care and meal plan purchases.
  • Medical exceptions require a doctor’s note at the time of the request.
  • Absence does not constitute a withdrawal.
  • Withdrawal requests must be done by telephone through the Contact Centre at 416-979-6608.
  • Transfer requests will be considered up to 5 business days prior to the start of your child’s camp program.
  • Transfer requests will be considered based on availability within the desired program, and are subject to a $30 administration fee.
  • Transfer requests must be done by telephone through the Contact Centre at 416-979-6608.

Cancellation of Classes

  • To ensure that we are able to run your preferred classes, we recommend that you enroll at least two weeks prior to the commencement of the program.
  • In the event of course cancellation, registrants will be notified 3 days prior to the scheduled commencement of the course and a full refund will be given.

Weather/ Cancellation Information

  • Please call 416-979-6660 ext. 5954 to confirm classes in the event of inclement weather.
  • Students will not be contacted when the school is closed due to weather.
  • Every effort to provide make-up classes will be made but cannot be guaranteed.
  • Refunds will not be given in these rare cases.

Accessibility

The AGO is committed to providing a welcoming and accessible destination and workplace. We embrace the principles of dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity to serve our visitors, staff and volunteers, and our community at large.

Read about our Commitment to Accessibility, our Customer Service Policies for visitors with disabilities, and our Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

Please let us know how we may assist you.

Scents

In consideration of those in the Gallery School who may have allergies and chemical sensitivities, please refrain from wearing cologne, perfume or other scented products.

Photography, Motion Picture, and Video Consent

Your registration ticket constitutes acknowledgement of willingness to appear in promotional photographs, motion pictures and videos taken in public areas of the Gallery and releases the Art Gallery of Ontario from liability resulting from use of such photographs, motion pictures or videos

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