ArtShops with Tim Chambers are a wonderfully fun way for kids to learn essential art principles. Kids learn a new skill at each monthly ArtShop (see below). Lessons include step-by-step demonstrations, art history, and hands-on projects with one-on-one guidance. Attend one or attend all! Click on the various events for more details. More info: driving directions, cost, hosting details, and more below.
REGISTER/SIGN UP • ARTSHOP SCHEDULE • ARTSHOP DETAILS
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Drawing 1 is the first of two sessions introducing students to the fundamental principles essential for good draftsmanship. |
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Kids learn how to make their drawings look three-dimensional! |
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A key introduction to shading with pencil and paint to create drama in your work. |
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Tim teaches the techniques to being able to paint. You’ll be on your way to a master with the brush! |
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Learn the essentials of color theory and color mixing while painting with acrylics. |
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In the second of two sessions on drawing, kids learn more tips on accomplishing good drawing. |
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Learn how exciting (and challenging!) it is to draw what you see as we work from real still-lifes. |
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Tim shares tips on drawing a head portrait. Lots of fun |
ARTSHOP DETAILS:
Overview: ArtShop is open to kids ages 9-18 of all skill levels. Each ArtShop session will include lessons, theory, art history, hands-on projects and individual instruction and guidance. Tim has a great rapport with kids and enjoys seeing them learn new things. He truly expects kids to apply themselves to grasp new concepts, balancing serious instruction with much encouragement and a light-hearted atmosphere. Tim has 15 years of teaching experience, including current offerings in online education.
Next ArtShop: Look in ‘Upcoming Events’ in the left column to find the next scheduled ArtShop and click for more info.
Driving Directions: Purcellville ArtShops map • Winchester ArtShops map
Attending: Each session starts and ends on time, so please arrive a few minutes early. Kids should wear their painting clothes. We take a break for lunch, and you have the choice of bringing a lunch or purchasing lunch ($5 cash at the door upon arrival). All materials except a sketchbook are provided (beautiful archival-quality hardbound 200 page sketchbooks can be purchased at the ArtShop for only $9). Tim encourages students to take notes and use the sketchbooks at home to foster creativity and record their progress. Bring your sketchbook with you to each ArtShop.
Tuition for each ArtShop is family-friendly: about $55 per student (depending on location).
Schools & Organizations/hosting: Tim can supplement your academic curriculum with a fantastic art curriculum that your students will thank you for. Students develop an awareness and appreciation for art history through Tim’s presentations, learn creative skills, enhance critical thinking practices (useful in academics too!), and build their confidence through successful application of lessons and Tim’s encouragement. If you’d like to host ArtShop in your area, contact us. You can also see the room setup requirements here. Scheduling, Location, & Materials: Scheduling is done first come-first served at your location. You supply tables/chairs. We are very clean and respectful and clean up after the ArtShop. We have tarps for floor protection if required. Our materials are non-toxic and water-cleanup. Contact us to set up a schedule.
Week-long ArtShops: You can also group individual ArtShop sessions into a consecutive-day event (e.g. Drawing 1/Values/Color). Repeating the curriculum offers reinforcement and advanced instruction. Payment/Sign up at each ArtShop listing above via PayPal or mail payment (payable to Tim Chambers) to Chambers Studio, 36944 Teahouse Lane, Purcellville, VA 20132. Schools and organizations can arrange payment monthly or quarterly. As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact us via email or visit the FAQs page.
