[BCMA] [MEDIA RELEASE] Art series offers creative outlet for teens this summer

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Art series offers creative outlet for teens this summer

June 9, 2016 - Kelowna, BC: A stimulating series of art classes geared specifically for teens returns to the Kelowna Art Gallery this summer. The Friday for Teens Art Series will run from 9 am to 2 pm every Friday, beginning July 15 and through to August 19 (no class on August 5).

During the classes, participants can expect to develop skills in drawing, painting, mixed media, and printmaking, while being inspired by the current exhibitions on view at the Gallery. Classes highlight skill-building and self-expression, as well as the introduction of new ideas and artistic techniques. The series is open to absolute beginners, as well as to those of intermediate skill level. Each week a different theme will be explored including Everything in Ink, Block Printing, More than Watercolour, Portraits (people and animals), and Wildlife Drawing.

The instructor is local artist Jim Elwood. Elwood is an accomplished artist in several media, including drawing, watercolour, and block printing. He is a graduate with honours from the University of Victoria, and has attended the Banff Centre's studio program, as well as the University of Calgary's Art Education program. Elwood's time is divided among working as an artist, an illustrator, and as an art teacher.

Registration is now underway for these high-quality, intimate classes. The cost for each class is $70.00, or $55.00 for members of the Kelowna Art Gallery. An option to attend the entire five-week series of classes is also available and saves participants money.

New this year is an immersive week-long art camp from 9 am to 2 pm daily, from Tuesday, August 2 to Friday, August 5. Participants will work with a variety of materials and learn a range of techniques while exploring creative projects and just plain having fun making ART! The cost for the week of camps is $210.00, or $165.00 for members of the Gallery.

A full listing and description of available classes can be found on the Gallery's website at www.kelownaartgallery.com. For more information or to register, please contact the Gallery at 250-762-2226.


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For more information, to schedule an interview, or for additional high-res images please contact:
Online resource: http://kelownaartgallery.com/art-camps/

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