UMaine’s Community ArtWorks Program Seeking Students
Contact: Constant Albertson, 581-3251; George Manlove, 581-3756
ORONO — ArtWorks, a University of Maine community art program for grade K-6 students, providing children an opportunity to explore the world of art through hands-on experiences, is open for registration for the fall session.
The semi-annual program offers children a chance to explore a variety of visual media, learn about the history of art, and the view other artwork.
The fall session runs for five consecutive weeks, with classes held Friday afternoons from 3:30-5 p.m. in Lord Hall on the Orono campus, beginning Oct. 12 and continuing through Nov. 9.
Classes will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m. in Lord Hall and conclude at 5 o’clock sharp, according to program director and art Professor Constant Albertson. Parents or guardians are responsible for their children’s transportation to and from the program.
Class sections are organized by grade level and are limited to 22 students per group, and acceptance will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. A wait list will be kept in case of vacancies.
ArtWorks classes are taught by art education students under the supervision of Professor Albertson. The program provides an educational opportunity for area children to enjoy art classes on campus and also provides UMaine art education students with realistic classroom experience.
A $25 course fee covers the costs of materials used in classes. A limited number of scholarships are available. For more information, please contact Albertson at 581-3251, call the Department of Art at 581-3245 or e-mail: constant.albertson@umit.maine.edu.
Applications may be sent to: University of Maine, Department of Art, Lord Hall, Orono, ME. 04469-5743, to the attention of ArtWorks!