During this time children can explore different areas of art while creating their own masterpieces.
These sessions are recommended for children from 6-12 years old. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult.
On Thursday, Aug. 16, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., children and parents work together to strengthen their bond through creation of art.
HAPPEN inc. is a non-profit organization based in the Northside neighborhood of Cincinnati. Its mission is to create a positive environment where parents and children can come together through art-related activities and experiences that are designed to strengthen both the family structure and the community as a whole.
During Monday’s “Trash to Treasure“ session, no object gets over¬looked as Happen’s Junkman shares his collection of drawing materials that turn junk into a masterpiece. In turn, participants can turn everyday junk into works of art. During the second half of this session Happen supplies found objects and participants supply creative talent to build their own robot, inspired by the work of artist Nam June Paik.
On Tuesday, have a close encounter of the fun kind when Eno the Alien drops by to teach one-point perspective. “One Alien’s Perspective” allows participantsto experience another dimension and lose all perspective. Later “Eno Is Lost In Space!” Eno the Alien has been on vacation through space and time. Explore Eno’s discoveries, learn about artists Salvador Dali and Edgar Degas, the importance of respecting other people’s space, and participants will receive their own HAPPEN sketch book straight from beyond the stars.
Thursday’s session, “Let’s Play with Clay,” is a “hands-in” experience for children and parents (or grandparents, or a borrowed adult unit), Clay is special stuff, and in celebration of Native American traditions, HAPPEN explores ways to use clay every day, including for cooking.
Early registration is highly recommended. A child may be registered for one or all sessions. Parents can register their children at the Oxford Community Arts Center, located on 10 S. College Ave., or call the office at (513) 523-8506 during normal business hours; the OCAC will be happy to email you a registration form. Registration forms are also available for download at www.oxarts.org.
This special art opportunity is made available through an “Arts in My Own Backyard” grant from ArtsWave.
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