AGO Youth programs are free and serve youth ages 14-25. These programs focus on building community, making art, claiming institutional space, creating safe and inclusive spaces for youth, hiring emerging artists, partnering with community organizations and advocating for youth presence, values and culture.
Programs combine contemporary art practices, community building and popular culture; ranging from drop-ins to year-long commitments. There are several volunteer opportunities for youth throughout the museum.
COURSES FOR YOUTH
Youth Studio
Develop your artistic voice in this 5 week multimedia course that encourages play and experimentation alongside technical instruction on various painting, drawing and printmaking techniques. Students will also learn how to develop and use their sketchbooks effectively in the pursuit of creating portfolio ready works of art.
Painting Explorations: Abstract
This 5 week course will introduce students to various abstract painting techniques as well as a variety of painting styles, and subject matter. Students will develop an awareness of colour, shape, texture and form to create compositions with depth, using the mediums of acrylic paint. Learn fundamental painting techniques and get inspired by the abstract artwork in the AGO Collection including a visit to the special exhibition Denyse Thomasos: just beyond.
