About Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan, CT

At Silvermine, we recognize the importance of art in our lives by providing a range of programs and activities to foster the artistic growth of our local community. Our diverse offerings include classes, lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and special events, all of which are designed to provide a creative and stimulating environment for our visitors. We believe that art has the power to bring people together, and that a strong, vibrant arts community makes for a happy and successful society. Our vision is to create a space where artists of all ages and backgrounds can come together to learn, create, and connect with one another, and to help make art an integral part of our community.

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What kind of kids we support

  • Coed
  • Kids
  • Tweens

Amenities

  • Handicap accessible

Programs at Silvermine Arts Center in New Canaan, CT

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Clay for Teens (Ages: 13-17)

Let’s get down into the mud, and get our hands messy while learning to make pots out of clay. We will warm up by learning about the properties of clay while making pinch, coil, and/or slab-constructed pieces. Next, we will make the giant leap to conquering the potter’s wheel. With an open mind and a lot of practice, students will be guided through the process of centering, opening, and pulling up the walls of a cylinder, or any other forms that strike their fancy. Students will transform their pieces into finished pots ready for use, by glazing and firing their unique masterpieces.

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Exploring Drawing, Painting and More! (Ages: 10-13)

In this course, students will explore the elements of art (color, form, line, shape, space, texture, and value) through various artistic media. Subject matter will include still-life, landscape, abstraction, and more. A different art technique will be introduced each week giving the young artist a chance to have fun exploring a variety of materials.

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Youth Art Studio (Ages: 13-17)

Students will explore drawing, oil painting, printmaking, and 3D work. We will learn the basics of each genre with an opportunity to learn about perspective, color mixing, composition, etc. Students will be encouraged in finding their own personal voice with teacher support and guidance. This is a springboard class.

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Location and contact information

1037 Silvermine Rd, New Canaan, CT, 06840