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MARKS of Perception

Drawing classes for young artists.

Next term begins Monday January 11th, 2010 and runs through to February26th

Please scroll down for our NEW program information!

A "term" at Marks of Perception is generally 8 weeks. You may pay by the term or annually.

Hi All of you Wonderful Parents

First off I would like to say thank you for entrusting me with the art education of your children. There are as many methods of teaching art as there are teachers & artists, and I am very pleased that you are happy & comfortable with your children being here with me. The children are thriving and working hard, not to say that there isn't giggling, and singing, because there is! I try to balance the fun with the learning for all of the children, and it's required in different proportions for each, so we are in a constant state of flux in the studio. I've lined up an exhibition for the Children in May. Sandy Moon, of the Grapefruit Moon, has granted us the walls of her restaurant for the entire month. The work of the children will be installed there for the month and will have an opening night reception / party. All of the children now know about the art show and are currently making work for the show.

The week of the 7th-11th (the one coming up) is the last week of art classes at Marks of Perception before the holidays.
In previous years I have attempted to teach straight through the holidays, which didn't work. So this year I've decided to take your lead and take the holidays off ! I will be out of town and only have periodic access, if any, to the internet, and less to the telephone. We will return on the 7th of January.

Classes for our third term of the year will begin on the Monday the 11th of January & the term will run through to February 26th.

Like this term, next term is also a short term, running 7 instead of 8 weeks (this term was only 6 ) So the cost will be $25.less than the full cost of a regular term. There are only three more terms left of regular classes in the 2009 / 2010 year: the Jan/Feb, March/ April, and the May/ June.

If you now know that would like to register your child for the rest of the year, that is Jan.-June, I will discount the cost so you may do so now at this lower rate. If your child is in a drawing class then it will be 170. per term. If your child is in a painting class OR a "beginner class" then the cost is 195. + 25. supply fee per term.

Whether you want to register your child for the Jan / Feb term or for the next three terms, it will be a huge help to me administratively if you will please, next week, send / bring along a post dated cheque for Jan. 1st 2010 (remit to Deb Wiles). When we arrive home on the 7th it would be a great gift to smoothly transition into teaching and not have to worry about administration too much. Thank you for this! And thank you to those who have already done this.

Also as TIME Is FLYing ...

Just to let you know I'm developing a special schedule of Saturday workshops & full day day trip for the summer months. May is the goal release day for this program.

If you would like to meet with me and talk about your child's progress in class I would love to meet with you, simply give me a call and we'll set up a time. If you have any other questions or suggestions feel free to give me a call or drop a line. wilesweb@gmail.com or 416 537 9483

This is the new Marks of Perception "menu"

Drawing skills classes - limit of 3 students per group

1hr. Introductory group beginner - $195. for 8 weeks + 25. supply fee at 1 hour per week

1hr. group intermediate = $195. for 8 weeks at 1 hour per week

1hr. group advanced = $195. for 8 weeks at 1 hour per week

1/2 hr. solo $25. = $195. for 8 weeks at ½ an hour per week

1 hr. private lessons $50. = $396. for 8 weeks @ 1 hr. per week

Painting classes - limit of 3 students per class

1hr. group = $195. for 8 weeks + 25. supplies fee

1 hour private lessons = $396. for 8 weeks @ 1 hr. per week + 25. supply fee

This is the current schedule, as children are registered for next term the schedule will fill up.

This schedule was last updated on December 3rd, 2009 going into next term ... register now to get the spot you want!

					^Painting Day
Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
3:45	Beginner Group#1 1 hour class grade 2's 3:45-4:45 FULL	Intermediate Group#1 1 hour class Grade 6's 3:45 -4:45 1 seat is available	3:45-4:45 available	available	Group painting class #1 1 hour class 3:45- 4:45 Grade 6's FULL
4:15
4:45	+Trial Class 4:55- 5:25	1 hour class 5-6PM available	1 hour class 5- 6PM available	available	Group painting class#2 1 hour class 5:00- 6:00PM available
5:15	5:30- 6:00pm Booked

Brief Program / Class descriptions:

*Beginners - In Beginners classes the children are introduced to various media (pencil, pen, ink, brush, paint) They will learn fundamentals of drawing through games and experimentation. This group class runs from 3:45-4:45 and is for children aged 5 and up who are new to classes with me. There are 3 seats available. There is one more spot available for a beginner for whom a 1/2 hour private class would be most beneficial.

**Intermediate - The intermediate class is for children who are familiar with our school, that is they have been attending classes with me for some time and have the basics down pat. In these classes we move on to develop their vocabulary and knowledge of art concepts, that is we begin talking and working on perspective, composition & volume (positive and negative space). The children learn and practice new techniques and develop their capacity to accomplish sustained drawings.

**Advanced - The advanced classes are for children who are dedicated young artists ready to take on more complex and sustained art projects. As well as deepening the knowledge base they have developed we begin to focus more on drawing from life; we work withthe still life and move into gesture drawing.

@ Private lessons - Private lessons are appropriate for children who require one on one instruction. Private lessons are recommended for children who have special requirements so therefore enjoy one on one classes more than group classes, and for children who are extremely dedicated young artists developing their art practice.

^ Painting Classes - Painting classes are open to children who fit the intermediate category of students, if you are unsure if your child fits into the intermediate category please consult with Deb about placement.

+ Trial Class - The Trial class is a 1/2 hour free class for children who are hesitant about beginning new things, it is a chance for child and parent to meet teacher, get acquainted have a short fun art lesson.

Here at Marks of Perception our aim is bring the individual to the point in their creative development where they are comfortable with themselves, and confident in their creative abilities. To do this we teach new techniques to budding artists. With these techniques we coach the individual to render their perception of the world. Through practice they produce what they desire. Through this process the individual gains confidence in their creativity; satisfaction, and a sense of accomplishment with their work.

Instructor Deborah Wiles, a professional artist, started Marks of Perception, "her own little art school", in 2006 and absolutely loves teaching! Deborah herself graduated from the Ontario College of Art and Design in 2003.

All classes are held in instructor Deb's cozy home studio on Olive Avenue, just 2 blocks from Palmerston school!

MARKS of Perception is three years old!

To register contact Deb at 416 - 537 - 9483 or by email wilesweb@gmail.com

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