Indoor School Trips
Homer Watson House and Gallery’s school programs are back in session! Our programs accommodate grades K-12 and are designed to provide a high-quality, unique educational experience through the historical lens of Homer Watson. Aligning with diverse curricular objectives, our programs encourage students to collaborate, think critically, and enhance their ability to articulate thoughts and feelings about art through discussion and creative activities.
Students will be guided on an interactive tour of the gallery, engaging in conversations to expand their awareness of the arts and visual cultures, and encourage personal connections in interpreting art. During the visit, students will also participate in an artist-led activity designed to foster creativity, develop technical skills, and cultivate personal and collective expression.
Artistic Exploration:
Focus: A comprehensive tour of the gallery’s collection and current exhibition, emphasizing artistic techniques, and the principles and elements of design, followed by a creative workshop.
For both options, teachers can choose from different workshop offerings upon registration to best suit their class. We are happy to accommodate any specific needs to ensure the best possible experience for your class.
A field trip to HWHG offers an exceptional opportunity for students to engage in imaginative art-making within a professional setting, ensuring an enjoyable and enriching experience. We hope to see you soon!
Field Trip Schedule:
Field Trip is 2 hrs total, please arrive 15 minutes to schedule time and schedule bus to pick up your class 15 minutes after your scheduled field trip time to allow for clean-up.
Pricing Breakdown:
- Watercolour Activity: $7.50 per student
- Printmaking Activity: $7.50 per student
- Clay Activity: $15 per student
Example schedule:
- Arrive 15 min prior to field trip time – Greeted by HWHG staff upon arrival
- 30 min tour of the gallery spaces – Interactive activities happening throughout
- 30 min outdoor break – A great time for students to enjoy the grounds
- 1 hr workshop – Choose from one of our three activity options
- Allow for 15 min of clean-up/wrap-up time and then head back to school!
Activity Options:
Watson Inspired
Watercolour Landscapes
Learn to paint like Homer Watson’s sister Phoebe using rhythm, colour value and tone. Each student will learn watercolour techniques to create a landscape painting from life or from their imagination. The best part is that each student walks away with a postcard from their visit to Homer Watson House & Gallery!
Clay
Creation*
Clay sculpting is perfect for students who enjoy sensory play and getting messy! Each student will hand build one fun or functional artwork using clay and underglaze colours. Using a pinch pot technique guests can make a bowl for treasures or a piece of treasure itself!
Printmaking
Create your own print! Design a block print showing off your favourite parts of nature, then carve your own printmaking plate! Students will learn how negative and positive space is important when creating these monotype prints, laying the groundwork for understanding printmaking.
*Clay projects are ready 3-4 weeks later for pick up.
