“Serious Art, Serious Fun” is our guiding principle, reminding us that learning and expressing ourselves through art can be both a focused and free experience. It reflects our commitment to providing a well-rounded artistic education that combines the discipline and mastery of traditional art techniques with the joy and spontaneity of creative exploration.
Serious Art at Messy Pants, also known as Fine Art, is a results-based and skills-focused art class like no other. Led by experienced instructors, students embark on a structured journey to reproduce renowned paintings, cultivating essential artistic skills and gaining a deep understanding of the process.
Serious Fun at Messy Pants, is an exclusive art program where creativity knows no bounds! With engaging projects and games bursting with character, it encourages freedom of choice, nurturing young artists’ imaginations. These projects are all about fun, laughter, and artistic expression.
Each class this Fall will have a time for Serious Art and Serious Fun. Classes will begin with a focus on one or two fine art projects and then end with a super fun art project or art game.
NEW THIS SESSION
Smaller Class Sizes
10 STUDENTS MAXIMUM PER CLASS.
2 STAFF MINIMUM PER CLASS.
To ensure that each student receives the attention and guidance they deserve, we have also improved our teacher student ratio. Our expert instructors are dedicated to providing more personalized instruction, nurturing student growth. With smaller class sizes, they’ll receive individualized support, feedback, and encouragement.
Longer Classes
1.5 Hour Classes.
To ensure that our art classes provide a well-rounded and enriching experience, we made the thoughtful decision to extend the class length. By doing so, we are able to strike the perfect balance between serious time dedicated to skill-building, technique refinement, and in-depth exploration of art concepts, and serious fun that allows young artists to embrace their creativity, engage in playful experimentation, and experience the joy of artistic expression.
Each Class Starts With…
In this dynamic program, creativity takes a backseat as we prioritize skill development and precision. Led by our experienced instructors, students embark on a structured and guided journey, step by step, to reproduce renowned paintings. Through this meticulous approach, young artists not only acquire the ability to recreate masterpieces, but also cultivate essential artistic skills. Our results-based approach ensures that each child gains a deep understanding of the artistic process and hones their abilities with every brushstroke. From discipline to patience and unwavering attention to detail, Serious Art instills invaluable qualities that extend far beyond the canvas.
Studying the masters is a cornerstone of artistic development. Just as aspiring musicians turn to Mozart to study music, painters often look to masters to refine their skills in the world of visual arts. Studying the masters not only provides technical guidance but also ignites our creative spirit. It teaches us to appreciate the artistry that came before us and to understand the evolution of our chosen medium. By immersing ourselves in the works of these masters, we absorb their wisdom, their artistic choices, and their innovative approaches. This knowledge becomes the foundation upon which we can build our own artistic journey. We believe that every one of our students is a MASTER IN THE MAKING, and that their journey begins with Art Fundamentals and Practice.
Art fundamentals and practice are essential in fine arts. Composition and design, art history, cognitive development, studio materials, and fine art techniques all play a crucial role. They provide a framework for creative expression, inspire artists, develop critical thinking skills, and refine artistic craftsmanship. The importance of these elements cannot be overstated as they contribute to artistic excellence and meaningful artwork. Our Fall Session will utilize each one of these important fundamentals as we create our art.
STUDIO MATERIALS
6 Week Fall Session
Henri Matisse stands as a testament to the power of artistic expression. His audacity to challenge the status quo, his relentless pursuit of innovation, and his ability to infuse every stroke with emotion continue to inspire and resonate with art enthusiasts around the globe. Matisse’s art reminds us of the profound importance of creativity, the beauty that exists in our world, and the capacity of art to transcend time and touch the very depths of our souls.
Acrylic painting on canvas
Please show your little artist this painting
This painting has it all. Filled with a huge variety of colours, each student will be blending and mixing vibrant hues and beautiful tones. The painting offers a diversity of broad brushstrokes and little details. It’s playful and lively, yet steeped in modern art techniques.
Let’s Put A Cat In It!
Each Student gets to add and pose their own unique Cat to their windowsill
Large Matisse Paper Sculpture
If you’ve been to Messy Pants, you know we love to fill our space with large paper mache versions of famous artists. This session each student will be creating their very own sculpture of Matisse, just like the ones we have adorning the studio, just a little smaller. They will build the sculptures using a variety of materials including cardboard, balloons, paint and lots and lots of glue.
Each sculpture will be decorated with Matisse’s famous Matisse Shapes. colourful and whimsical shapes invented by Matisse in his later years as a fun form of artistic expression.
MEET
Henri Matisse, a visionary artist of the 20th century, left an indelible mark on the world of art through his innovative style and boundless creativity. Born on December 31, 1869, in Le Cateau-Cambrésis, France, Matisse embarked on a remarkable artistic journey that would redefine the boundaries of traditional art and pave the way for modernism. Matisse’s contributions to art are manifold, but perhaps his most significant impact lies in his pioneering role in Fauvism, a movement characterized by vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes.
The Open Window
Also known as Open Window, Collioure, is a painting by Henri Matisse. The work, an oil on canvas, was painted in 1905 and exhibited at the Salon d’Automne in Paris the same year. It was bequeathed in 1998 by the estate of Mrs. John Hay Whitney to the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC.
It is an example of the Fauvist style of painting that Matisse became famous for, and for which he was a leader, roughly between the years 1900–1909. The Open Window depicts the view out the window of his apartment in Collioure, on the Southern coast of France. We see sailboats on the water, as viewed from Matisse’s hotel window overlooking the harbour. He returned frequently to the theme of the open window in Paris and especially during the years in Nice and Etretat, and in his final years, particularly during the late 1940s.
Each Class ENDS WITH…
Introducing SERIOUS FUN!, the ultimate art program designed exclusively for kids, where their creativity knows no bounds! With a delightful array of fun and engaging projects and games, Serious Fun is all about unleashing young artists’ imaginations and allowing them to explore various mediums. Each project or game encourages freedom of choice, teaching kids that there are no wrong decisions in the world of art. It’s all about having a blast while nurturing their creativity. Let Serious Fun be their artistic companion, guiding them on an exciting journey of endless possibilities, and unlocking their boundless potential. Get ready for a world of laughter, imagination, and artistic expression with Serious Fun, where kids discover the pure joy of creating!
Get ready to amplify the fun in every class with our special Mystery Box! As the music fills the room, the energy rises, and the excitement builds, we will open a craft adventure or game that will ignite each students creativity and spark their curiosity. Brace yourself for a delightful surprise as each Mystery Box unveils a treasure trove of unexpected materials, thrilling activities, engaging games, and exciting challenges that will push their boundaries and inspire them to think outside the box. It’s a chance to unleash their imagination, let their creativity soar, and immerse themselves in the sheer joy of some serious fun
CLICK BELOW TO REVEAL TWO OF SIX INCREDIBLE
MYSTERY BOXES
Mystery Box Projects Make Also Include
a visit to one our Speciality Rooms
ONE LAST THING...
OUR BRAND NEW
MESSY PANTS
Serious Fun needs a Serious Fun Room, which has inspired us to create our brand new club room. We are giving our old slime room a massive make over this Summer and transforming into a showstopper! As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by vibrant colours, twinkling lights, and an incredible playlist of awesome music. This room is exclusively reserved for current Masters in the Making students. Each student will receive a special FOB and Keychain granting them access throughout the term. Home to our Mystery box and Serious Fun art project and games, the club room will get the party started each class.. Prepare to make everyone crazy jealous!
