Grade: Multi Grade

08 Feb 2025

Arts in the Natural World: Ephemeral Art

August-October 31; March 15-June

Ephemeral Art is a type of art that is temporary and subject to the changes time brings. At Greenacres Arts Center, we will explore how Ephemeral Art can be made in nature, leaving no lasting environmental impact. Immerse yourself in the natural world and discover how to use your surroundings to create art in ways you may not have considered before. Programs in the Arts in the Natural World series seek to demonstrate intersections between the arts and the world around us. This program only operates in warmer months (August-October 31; March 15-May). All multi-grade program offerings will be supported by grade-level appropriate standards, available to share upon request.

Vocabulary:

ephemeral, natural resources, leave no trace, decompose, interpretation

08 Feb 2025

Arts in the Natural World: Seasonal Inspirations

August-June

Every season brings a different experience at Greenacres – inside and outside! Use observable seasonal changes in fall, winter, and spring to express yourself and your experiences through the Arts. This program’s content changes in fall, winter, and spring, so you can visit one, two, or three times! Programs in the Arts in the Natural World series seek to demonstrate intersections between the arts and the world around us. All multigrade program offerings will be supported by grade-level appropriate standards, available to share upon request.

Vocabulary:

seasons, observations, changes, inspiration, traditions

08 Feb 2025

Arts in the Natural World Series: Clay

August-October 31; March 15-June

From the creek to the art studio, this program explores all things clay! Students will learn the procedures of hiking to the creek to harvest clay from natural creek beds and processing it in an art studio. This is a hands-on program that includes an uphill hike (weather permitting), so come prepared to get your hands dirty and your body moving! Programs in the Arts in the Natural World series seek to demonstrate intersections between the arts and the world around us. This program only operates in warmer months (August-October 31; March 15-June). All multi-grade program offerings will be supported by grade-level appropriate standards, available to share upon request.

Vocabulary:

clay, natural resource, hand building, wheel throwing, stages of clay

08 Feb 2025

The Show Must Go On!

August-June

Putting on a show is a collaborative masterpiece that encourages an array of creative skills. For example, technical artists design sets, props, and lighting, while performing artists bring the story to life with their voice, body, and imagination. Join us at the Greenacres Arts Center to explore the artful thought that goes into every aspect of a performance! All multi-grade program offerings will be supported by grade-level appropriate standards, available to share upon request.

Vocabulary:

design, scenes, props, stage presence