Artist in Residence Program 2016-2017
This year we have a t o t a l o f 28 Artists on our roster covering four disciplines: Dance,
Drama, Music and Visual Arts. Four of these artists are new to the AIR Program.
Only the VSB approved listed artists may be used for the grants and we can accept only one
application per elementary school and two from each secondary school. Artists must work with
the same group of students over 5 sessions. Sessions must involve one class though exceptions
will be made for larger programs, ie, bands, choirs, and theatre productions.
In an effort to create sustained learning over a period of time, this year’s Artist in Residence
program will focus on artists who can create workshops over five sessions in the classroom rather
than one or two day residencies.
Our many grants offered through the AIR program are possible thanks to the generosity of the
BC Arts Council, and ArtStarts in Schools who administer this funding. These funds greatly
supplement the VSB AIR program.
We are also collaborating with the Vancouver Biennale Education Program BIG IDEAS for some
grants that will provide an enriched artistic experience in the classroom. Schools are welcome to
apply for both AIR and BIG IDEAS grants; however, only one grant will be awarded to a school.
We hope that you are as excited about these grants as we are, and we look forward to receiving
your applications.
Our deadline this year will be WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2016, 4 pm sharp!
Please send all applications by BLUE BAG as we have NO FAX.
Carolyn Sullivan
Coordinator, Artist in Residence Program
Peggy Bochun
Coordinator, District Art
Table of Contents
Murals and Extensions................................................................................... Page 3
Artist List for 2016 - 2017 ............................................................................. Page 4
Application Form ........................................................................................... Page 5
Artists and their Course Options
 Dance ................................................................................................. Page 6
 Drama ................................................................................................ Page 10
 Music ................................................................................................. Page 15
 Visual Arts ......................................................................................... Page 20
Payment Form................................................................................................ Page 35
Evaluations ................................................................................................... Page 36
Other Areas for VSB teachers to find funding for Artists in the Classroom:
 Vancouver Biennale Education Program BIG IDEAS ...................... Page 37
 Betty Wellburn legacy visual Arts Funding ...................................... Page 39
 ARTSTARTS Artist in the Classroom .............................................. Page 40
DEADLINE for AIR GRANT is November 30, 2016 at 4:00 pm sharp
Please Send Completed Application and One Page Typed Description of Residency to:
Carolyn Sullivan, Coordinator of the Artist in Residence Program
2nd Floor, Learning Services
1580 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6J 5K8
Please note: NO FAX!
For further information:
Please call Carolyn’s cell at: (604) 780-9374 or email her at: [email protected]
*Special thanks to Mary Jane Muir for cover design
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Murals (murals will not be covered this year)
Murals are projects that require extensive amounts of time and funding. They also require a lot of
planning, preparation, and group decision making. They may require permits from the City of
Vancouver and consultation with the trades staff at the Vancouver School Board. Because of
their complexity, murals will no longer be a part of the Artist in Residence Program which will
focus only on projects that can be accomplished within the 5 sessions.
Extensions and Additional Classes
The school must pay directly the cost of any materials or artist fees exceeding the five sessions.
These fees must be paid directly to the artist upon submission of an invoice to the school from
the artist.
AIR grants can be applied to partially fund larger school projects and performances.
If you have negotiated a residency with an artist that is longer than 5 sessions, please fill in the
payment form after the first 5 sessions so the artist can be paid. Then pay the artist directly for
the remaining time once you have been provided with an invoice
An AIR payment form can be found in the back of this booklet, as well as online:
www.vsb.bc.ca/programs/district-fine-arts/artist-in-residence
Grant Notification Deadlines
Teachers who are awarded a grant will be notified before the winter holiday in December 2016.
All grants are to be used during the months of January to June, 2017. All payment forms and
additional fees must be paid to the artist before the end of the school year in June 2017.
Please Note: If you are unable to use an awarded grant inform us immediately. This will allow
us to find an alternative recipient in your school. Grants cannot be extended to another school
year.
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2016 - 2017 Artists in Residence for the VSB
Dance
Paul Silveria
Mandy Tulloch
Barbara Vargas
Lorraine White-Wilkinson
Drama
Patti Allan
Angela Brown
Kico Gonzalez-Risso
Thomas Colin Jones
Chris McGregor
Music
Malcolm Aiken
Fiona Blackburn
Julia Bonnett
Gordon Cobb
Latashkinem *
Visual Arts
Danny Han-Lin Chen
Joni Danielson
James Harry
Anastasia Hendry
Colette Lisoway
Christine MacKenize*
Susan McCallum
Julie McIntyre
Maggie Milne Martens*
Mary Jane Muir
Phyllis Schwartz
Carolyn Sullivan
Amanda Wood*
Jerry Whitehead
* New Artist
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APPLICATION FOR AIR (2016-2017)
DEADLINE: Wednesday, November 30th, 2016 at 4:00 pm sharp (NO FAX)
Guidelines
• AIR grants are for one teacher and one classroom
• Only AIR artists listed on the previous page can be used for this grant
• Grants will be paid directly to the artist only after you complete the payment form
• Schools pay for materials and extra hours directly to the artist upon invoice
• Air grants cover 5 sessions and one planning session with the teacher
Contact Teacher:
School Name:
School Phone:
Contact Teacher email:
Grade Level:
Teacher’s Phone:
Number of Students:
1. What artist have you chosen?
2. What month would you like the artist?
3. What are your preferred days and times for the residency?
4. What additional materials or costs do you anticipate?
5. Will this AIR Grant be applied to a larger school project?
Yes
No
6. Summarize the residency (25 words or less)
7. Attach a one page (typed) description of the residency that explains why you chose it, and
how it fits with your curriculum.
8. If for some reason your artist can’t accept this grant who would be your second choice?
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Checklist:
School administrator has been informed
School has funding in place for projects that require materials or extra hours
One-page typed description is included with this application page
Your school is also applying for a Vancouver Biennale BIG IDEAS grant
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Paul Silveria
Square Dancing / Folk Music
Website: www.professorbanjo.com
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests: Please schedule this workshop in a gym, cafeteria or other room with ample space
and non-carpeted floors.
BIO
Paul Silveria is a unique and versatile performer who engages audiences of all ages with interactive
traditional music! He is a performer and tireless promoter of participatory traditional music and dance.
Originally from Portland Oregon, and now living in Vancouver BC, Paul has been bringing his shows,
dances, and workshops to people up and down the West Coast for more than 12 years. As a banjo player,
Paul explores a variety of intriguing Americana with a ready wit and engaging delivery.
He teaches the moves right on the floor so beginners can be dancing in minutes. His calls are energetic
and his engaging figures range from simple to elaborate - a perfect match for any class. He crafts a dance
program that is fun, lively, and comfortable for dancers of any experience level.
COURSE OPTIONS
Square Dance
K-12
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Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(K-7)
In this program students will learn the fundamental
dance figures, and the basics of dancing with a
partner. Classes will build quickly into doing full
square dances with music. Paul will also present
historical information, explain the role of square
dance calling, and demonstrate different
instruments used in square dance music. Younger
students will start with music and rhythm games
and build to basic dances. Older students will learn
more advanced dances as well as clogging steps
and have a chance to try out calling their own
dance.
Folk Music
(K-12)
Folk is a style of music that people make
themselves for their own enjoyment. In this
program students will learn some classic folk
songs, try simple rhythm instruments, discover
where songs come from, learn the history of a few
folk traditions, and even try a little folk dancing.
Students will learn that everyone can make music,
and that music is a force that brings people
together.
Younger students will sing along and be lead
through games and activities that will teach them
about different elements of music. Older students
will have the chance to form their own ensembles
and even write their own songs.
Extensions: With extra funding, additional classes may be added to the schedule and/or a night of livemusic square dancing for the whole family can be arranged.
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Mandy Tulloch
Introduction to Dance (Variety of styles) & Musical Theatre Choreography
Website: abcletsactcanada.com
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 604 367 5309
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests: Large open space with phone/iPad compatible speaker
BIO
Mandy Tulloch is the Managing Artist Director for ABC Lets Act Canada, along with being a long time
Performing Arts Instructor for the Evergreen Centre. Mandy was on faculty with Western University last
year working with youth on the documentary "The 4th R Project". An award winning director, writer,
actor and producer, she has choreographed many shows for youth such as "The Bullying Games""Social
Media Connection" and "Cinderellas". She has just finished a contract with the City of Coquitlam to
write, direct and choreograph a youth production for their 125th Anniversary called "Coquitlam
Rises". Mandy has written, directed and choreographed multiple Year End Productions for schools here
and in Yellowknife. She started her career in London, England at the Sunshine School of Ballet, then
studied under Dame Barbara Speake at the Barbara Speakes Stage School. Mandy has performed on many
of the stages in England and Canada and has become a regular with BBC. She has often been seen as the
lead "Principle Boy" in Panto here in Canada
COURSE OPTIONS
K-12
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Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Jump Into Dance!
( K -8 )
Your class will have a dance routine
choreographed just for them!
While learning the "Language of Dance" we
explore the many uses of dance: self expression,
self adjustment, self regulation, team work,
emotional release and musicality. These are just a
few of the things we will touch on in this fun filled,
high energy dance exploration! What is your dance
path? Let’s find out together!
Musical Theatre Choreography
Choreography for Musical Theatre
( 8-12)
Learn how to create choreography. We will start
with some basic dance movements and move onto
a group routine. Then to enrich the understanding
of the creative process of choreography we will
work with a piece of music and create different
routines within the groups. Each group will have
their own elected choreographer and Mandy will
assist each group to find their own interpretation of
the music.
( 2-7 )
This program will take a well known story and
create a full dance routine "Broadway Style". We
will learn some basic jazz steps along with how to
interpret appropriate emotions. Having fun, telling
the story, learning the steps, and understanding the
choreography forms the basis for this program.
Extensions: If time and funds are available, Mandy is willing to aid in any areas needed of a school
production.
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Barbara Vargas
Tap Dancing and Rhythms
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.barbarataps.com
Special Requests: Shoe sizes should be submitted before first class
Materials: Tap shoes provided by Vancouver Tap on Hastings (Fee: $30.00 total)
BIO
Tap dancer Barbara Vargas is one of two tap dancers in the world currently pursuing a Diploma in Music,
using her shoes as her major instrument. This is leading her to be an extremely diverse musical dancer
and educator. Her wide variety of performance experience, locally and internationally, allows her to jump
into many different types of projects. From playing Rhoda in the musical “White Christmas”, to being a
tap dance percussionist in the Mary Lee Bird Band, she does it all. According to the St. Albert Gazette,
for years Barbara was “a leader in the Edmonton Area Tap Community.” During these years Barbara
performed with Festival Players “Crazy For you,” “Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat,”
and “White Christmas”. She also had opportunities to dance with the David Foster Orchestra in “Soaring
with Song” and Tommy Lee’s “Underground,” as well as was a pre-show artist for “Trombone Shorty.”
Her skill and passion, combined with a Bachelor of Secondary Education, allows her to have meaningful
connections with her students. Barbara believes that “tap” is all about love. “It’s about your love for
music, your love for dance, and how much you enjoy doing it, and inspiring others to join life.” (-Jason
Samuels Smith.) She looks forward to sharing this love with you.
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K-12
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Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Tiny Tap Instruments
(K-7)
This is a fun interactive class using your feet and
hands to make music. Students will develop and
incorporate a technical base of skills and tap into
the musical creativity of the class to create a
choreographed dance routine for presentation. You
may incorporate smaller musical instruments for a
fully integrated musical experience.
Tap Dance Roots and Origins
Tap Choreography
(8-12)
This is a great way to learn the basic survival tap
steps of musical theatre to prepare for a life in the
performing arts. Students will learn basic
techniques, as well as popular time steps and other
musical theatre favorites. This program can be
designed to have a unique routine and presentation,
or assist in your current school production.
( 4-12)
Explore the multiculturalism of American Tap
Dance. This series will take you through the
African, Latin, Irish, and English rhythms that
came together to form what we now call Tap
Dance. Each day will encompass learning one
culture’s rhythms, as well as their historical
importance.
Extensions: If time and funds are provided, Barbara can help develop a full school production.
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Lorraine White-Wilkinson
Creative Dance & Curriculum Integration, Choreography
Email: [email protected]
Phone number : (778) 840-2531
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests: Large open space, with a CD player or IPod stereo.
BIO
With a BA Honours Degree in Dance, an MA in Arts Education, and over 25 years teaching experience,
Lorraine is an Arts Integration Specialist. She has dance teacher training from both York University as
well as the University of Utah, and has presented at numerous conferences at SFU and UBC. A passionate
and sensitive teacher, she teaches dance as an artistic expression, as an alternative form of literacy, as well
as a venue for experiencing social and emotional learning. Her current research interests include
articulating and engaging embodied knowledge as well as the connection between mindfulness and
creative expression. Lorraine teaches independently as well as for Arts Umbrella. She is an artist
collaborator for the Vancouver Biennale, and has had the honour of teaching at over 25 schools as an
artist in residence for the Vancouver School Board.
COURSE OPTIONS
Creative Dance &
Curriculum Integration
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(K – 12)
Lorraine’s approach to teaching takes dance out of
the typical studio situation and makes it accessible
to students of all abilities. Her expertise in linking
classroom subjects with dance experiences results
in a creative approach to learning that involves the
child as a whole. The focus of the classes are to
reconnect learning with and through the body,
opening opportunities for alternative
understandings of subject matter, while promoting
respect, celebrating individuality, and
strengthening community. Lorraine discusses with
the teacher the subjects and current themes students
are working on in class. Using this information as a
springboard for imagery and structure, she creates
classes exploring the basic elements of dance and
takes the students through a variety of exercises
and dance games to increase their comfort zone for
using the body for expressive purposes. Through
use of imagery and a layering of dance elements,
students are guided towards exploring and
understanding curriculum concepts in an embodied
fashion within an environment where creative
expression is supported.
K-12
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Through exploration and practice, students develop
short dance sequences which can then be linked
together, creating a longer dance piece. In the end,
dancers will be able to ‘show’ what they
‘understand’ – and ‘understand’ what they ‘show’.
Past residencies have focused on – introduction to
dance, mindfulness and movement, butterflies and
gardens, fairytales, friendship, emotions, weather,
light, geometry, ocean life, homes, storytelling,
poetry, creative writing, and more...
An informal presentation is optional.
Choreography
(K – 7)
Lorraine has substantial experience helping out
school performances by enhancing their
productions with choreography. She works by
alternating specific movements and formations
with a more collaborative approach when creating
dance pieces. This teacher-student collaboration
format encourages dancers to become fully
involved in the creative process and takes them to a
place of ownership of the choreography. Lorraine
is also available to oversee productions and offer
directions in spacing and flow of performances.
Extensions: If the school is willing to add extra funding, additional time for full productions can be
added on.
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Patti Allan
Playbuilding
Email:
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests: Clothing suitable for movement, no jewelry, and proper footwear.
BIO
Patti is a Graduate of the SFU School for the Contemporary Arts Theatre Program. She is a former
Elementary School teacher, and is committed to theatre in education. She teaches first year theatre at
SFU, and continues to direct children's theatre throughout B.C., as well as perform on radio, doing
cartoon voiceovers, theatre, film and TV in Vancouver and across the country. She has
conducted numerous theatre workshops for children, teachers and adults alike, and adjudicates theatre
festivals throughout B.C. Patti is the recipient of four Jessie Richardson awards and multiple nominations
for her acting work. Patti is passionate about introducing the myriad of merits, possibilities, excitement
and accessibility of theatre to teachers and students through playbuilding in the classroom.
COURSE OPTIONS
Playbuilding
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
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(K-7)
In this program students will create a play
(playbuilding), wherein the topics are derived
directly from the students’ ideas, themes and
writings. The process involves the entire class at all
times, and gives students a voice both individually
and collectively in their creation. The topic may be
chosen by the students in conjunction with the
teacher or the teacher may decide that he/she is
interested in a curriculum idea or issue of concern
which we can examine within the medium of
playbuilding. Within the structure of playbuilding,
students will explore improvisation, voice work,
movement, character work and ensemble (group)
development. Students explore their ideas and learn
about dramatic forms in which to express and
present them. Playbuilding develops and improves
acting skills, vocal and movement techniques and
builds self confidence and self and group
awareness. Playbuilding also engages young people
in creative and critical thinking and creating
together.
Extensions: If the school is willing to add extra funding, a fuller more in-depth play can be developed.
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Angela Brown
Interdisciplinary Performance
The Ta Daa Lady & Nylon Zoo
www.angelabrown.ca Cell: (604) 649-1979
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests:
BIO
Angela is a professional actor, dancer, singer, puppeteer, teacher, and is known as THE TA DAA LADY.
She tours all over B.C. with her stage show as well as THE NYLON ZOO (interactive storytelling inside
large colourful inflatables and costumes for parades and dances). Angela collaborates with West Coast
Chamber Music, currently on tour with ArtStarts, as a dancer, actor and puppeteer. She is also on the
roster for ArtStarts in the Classroom. Angela has had many years experience teaching all ages. She has
taught at Gateway Theatre in Richmond B.C., given master classes at Capilano University for acting
students and with the Historical Performance Ensemble, Learning Through the Arts (LTTA), Burnaby
College Early Education Program, and the East Kootney College. She also dance and movement for third
year acting students at UBC.
www.angelabrown.ca/workshops-for-children; FB.me@puppetsdancesong; FB.me/inflatablesand costumes
"Angela Brown is hugely entertaining and engages the audience at many levels, from sheer brilliant slapstick
comedy, to thoughtful (but always humorous) commentary. There seems to be something for everyone.
Very impressive! It would be hard to recommend a more professional, impressive artist." Todd Stockner, Artistic
Director, Kispiox Valley Music Festival
COURSE OPTIONS
Take Part in the Art
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(Scheduling to occur over 5 sessions)
(K-8)
We choose a theme as the inspiration for the
creation of an interdisciplinary performance piece.
The students will be introduced to a variety of
theatrical techniques; voice physical expression,
dance, mine, acting and improvisation. They
choose a role (or roles) and decide on the place,
weather, mood, and they can use music, props,
masks or simple costumes. The class is divided into
groups that create a rough draft of their work, share
it with the class, and continue to find ways to work
together combining their work and moving towards
a final piece.
Make a Musical
K-7
Angela loves to collaborate in the writing of songs
and in the creation of dances touching on topics
like friendship and the environment. A touch of
choreography can be added along with ‘comic bits'
between the songs to create a musical revue!
History in the Making
( 5-8)
We research a period from British Columbia's
history, divide it into scenes and look for ways to
enact it. Students can take on more than one role.
They can be an old miner, an entrepreneur, a
donkey, creaky door, wind storm, be part of a
chorus or take the role of narrator to help tell the
story.
( 2-5)
Angela (Ta Daa Lady) regularly performs
interactive shows (clown, mime, storytelling, dance
and puppets). In her shows she includes songs from
her CD 'Ta Daa Lady & her Puppets'.
Extensions:
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Kico Gonzalez-Risso
Farce, Writing for the Stage
Website: www3.telus.net/kigori Email: [email protected] Cell: (604) 876-0302
Materials & Extra Costs: Photocopying
Special Requests:
BIO
A playwright, director and librettist, Kico has had his plays produced at various theatres, including The
"Arts Club," "Richmond Gateway Theatre," Calgary's "Lunchbox Theatre," "Calgary Opera Association,"
"Lancaster Opera," the "Cleveland Institute of Music," and the "United Solo Festival" in New York.
Among his professionally produced plays are "Wonderville," "Sleepwalker," Inspector Sly’s Second-toLast Case," "Phoning It In" (for CBC Radio Drama), "Inquisition," "Voodoo," and "A Score to Settle."
His English version of the "Magic Flute" was broadcasted on "CBC’s Saturday Afternoon" at the Opera.
With composer Cameron Wilson, Kico wrote "Supernatural Noir," a film noir style opera which
premiered in Vancouver in 2011. He then wrote a chamber opera with composer Neil Weisensel titled
"Secret Service" which premiered in the fall of 2013 on Granville Island. Kico developed three new
operas by young artists, and directed two chamber operas for the Langley School of Music. He has also
written a number of plays for young people. Kico is guest director for The Renert School in Calgary.
COURSE OPTIONS
Farce
8-12
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Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(8-12)
FARCE will give an overview of one of the most
difficult of theatre styles - the classic farce – great
training for young actors.
Part 1: WHAT’S SO FUNNY?
A look at the different styles and demands of
comedy (including musical comedy). An
examination of the written structure of classical
farce.
Part 2: FARCE ON ITS FEET.
Working with character objectives, timing, creating
complications, and physical elements of comedy.
We will have a go at staging a farcical scene.
Writing for the Stage
(8-12)
This workshop will introduce the fundamentals of
writing for stage: creating roles for actors, writing
dramatic dialogue, making a script “directorproof”, and the technical aspects of playwriting.
Students will also learn about the differences
between writing for stage, television and film, as
well as writing the “book” for musicals. A key
element will be a look at “objectives” which is the
cornerstone of all drama.
The class can be divided into groups each creating
its own script.
Extensions: If the school is willing to add extra funding, a fuller more in depth play can be developed.
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Thomas Conlin Jones
Drama/ Masks/ Puppetry
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests:
BIO
Thomas has a big interest in creating new work and has collaborated on over thirty original productions
over many years. He has an extensive background in Mask, Puppetry and Improv, and has created new
shows in all of these disciplines. Thomas has a BFA from UBC and his formal training has taken him
across Canada, to France, and to Bali. Thomas has taught workshops at dozens of schools, high school
theatre festivals, at “Arts Umbrella,” the “Ailanthus Program,” and “Connect the Plots” with the Cultch
Youth Theatre Program. As a performer he has worked on over thirty original plays with such innovative
companies including “Boca del Lupo,” “Axis Theatre,” “Green Thumb Theatre,” and “Electric
Company,” as well as working on half a dozen puppet shows with “Runaway Moon Puppet Theatre.” He
has performed at numerous theatre and children's festivals, and on “The Nature of Things.” Thomas has
toured throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe and Ireland.
COURSE OPTIONS
Creative Drama
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
( 8-12)
We use non-verbal techniques such as mime and
configuration, as well as Theatre Sports word
games and narrative exercises to get students up on
their feet and creating immediately. This course
teaches students how to think outside the box as
storytellers, work as a team, and communicate with
clarity and power.
Introduction to Puppetry
(5-12)
Introduction to Mask
5-12
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( 5-12)
This course begins with theatre games and
exercises that focus on movement, play and
spontaneity. We explore the notion of playing a
character through changing one’s body, face and
rhythm. The students are introduced to the masks
and learn how to inhabit them and costume them
creating fully realized personas. Through character
exploration and improvised scenes the students
learn to leave their own neuroses behind and truly
experience the transformative essence of
performance. The beauty of mask work is that it
allows the students to change and to express
themselves in an extroverted way through a
character that is not their own. This experience
helps them deal with issues of self-image and
empathy while teaching them elements of play,
observation, teamwork and thinking on their feet. If
a presentation is desired on the final day it is easily
put together through a selection of favorite
characters and scenes.
We start by exploring the rudiments of puppetry
through animating everyday objects to discover
their rhythms, voices and characters. We build our
own puppets using simple materials, create
sketches with the puppets and share them with the
group. Shadow puppets are a common option
because they are quick to construct and visually
very effective. Finally the group will choose a few
favorite themes and create scenes that can be
shared with a wider audience if desired. This
workshop shows students the possibilities of
working with different scales and available
materials. It expands their sense of creativity and
empowers them to create their own worlds and
stories.
Extensions: If the school is willing to add extra funding, a fuller more in depth play can be developed.
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Chris McGregor
Creative Drama, Writing and Rehearsing
Email: [email protected] www.axistheatre.com
Special Requests: Clothing and shoes suitable for movement, no jewelry. An open area will be
necessary space to move around, and be large enough to break up into smaller groups.
Materials & Extra Costs: Photocopying
BIO
Chris is the newly appointed Artistic Director of Axis Theatre Company here in Vancouver. He is a
graduate of Bishop’s University with a B.A. (Drama) and the University of British Columbia with a
Masters in Theatre (Directing). Chris teaches acting at the University of British Columbia, and has taught
drama to young people of all ages for the past 25 years. He’s taught at Arts Umbrella, the Shadbolt
Centre, Carousel Theatre, Studio 58 and at the very popular summer musical theatre program Gotta Sing!
Gotta Dance! Chris is the recipient of 3 Jessie Richardson theatre awards and several nominations for his
work as a performer, director and writer. Chris has directed several musicals and plays over the years
including: The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, The King and I, Snapshots: A Musical Scrapbook,
Hamelin: A New Fable, Raven Meets the Monkey King and Somebody Loves, You Mr. Hatch. Chris brings
a lot of enthusiasm, energy and a wide variety of theatre techniques to every project he works on.
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Axis Theatre Company has actively pursued a multidisciplinary style of physical theatre for 40 years and
has toured throughout British Columbia, Canada and internationally since its inception. Our productions
employ a combination of mime, clown, mask work, puppetry, text, music, dance and acrobatics and are
created by collectives or through commissioning established and/or emerging playwrights. Axis values
the interactive storytelling experience with young audiences and supports this methodology through
original presentations in schools and theatres as well as Theatre Labs, which include these residencies in
schools.
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Axis Theatre Company’s Theatre Lab (2 – 7)
In this Theatre Lab students will choose a classic
story from the Brothers Grimm (for example) and
create their own version using playbuilding
techniques. Students will break into smaller groups
to explore and discuss: themes, character,
relationship, story structure and style. Each group
will create a version of the stories and present it to
the rest of the group or to another class. With
suggestions and direction from the instructor, the
students will each take the responsibility to develop
a script with strong characters, a clear story, lots of
action and movement incorporating simple props,
masks and costume pieces. Students will explore
improvisation, theatre games, voice and movement
(configuration), character development and play
structure (action and conflict).
By presenting their plays students will have a
better understanding of direction, stage
presence, concentration, team work and will
build their own confidence.
Axis Theatre Company current touring
production of HAMELIN: A NEW FABLE is the
largest cast since our signature piece THE
NUMBER 14. Axis has earned 13 Jessie
Richardson Awards from the local theatre
community.
"If you want your children to be intelligent, read them
fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read
them more fairy tales."
— Albert Einstein, theoretical physicist
Extensions: If the school is willing to add extra funding, a fuller more in depth play can be developed.
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Malcolm Aiken
Jazz Ensemble
Email: [email protected]
Web Address: www.malcolmaiken.com
Materials & Extra Costs: photocopying
BIO
Malcolm Aiken is a trumpet soloist and music educator based in Vancouver, BC. He is an
internationally touring artist, performing Jazz, Latin and World Music, and is an in-demand
clinician working with ensembles of all ages through workshops and master classes. Since 2005,
Malcolm has been the brass coach for the award winning West Vancouver Youth Band and is on
faculty at the Con Brio Whistler and Sun Peaks Music Festivals. He holds a Master’s Degree
from UBC and completed his studies in New York, San Francisco and at the Banff Center.
Recent performances include concerts in Hong Kong, Mexico City and Amsterdam. In 2016 he
released his fifth album, "New Futures," on TrebleFive Records.
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Jazz Ensemble Program
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
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Drawing upon his professional experience as a
teacher and performer, Malcolm will work with
the ensemble and director on preparing a
selection of music that incorporates Latin, Jazz
and World Music styles. Exploring concepts of
improvisation and composition, Jazz ensemble
genres including Afro-Cuban, Brazilian Samba
and Funk will be discussed and performed.
Through preparation of the music, Malcolm will
focus on improving ensemble balance, blend,
tuning, tone, and stylistic interpretation.
Working with the level of the group and the
repertory being prepared, Malcolm will help
develop instrumental technique, articulation,
phrasing, body posture, and improve listening
skills and key musical concepts of musicianship
and ensemble playing.
Extensions:
8-12
Keeping in mind the level and experience of the
students, material and topics will be delivered in
a positive and engaging manner, with an
emphasis on nurturing interest and appreciation
of jazz and its application to a variety of world
musical genres.
Malcolm will engage with the students and
teacher to expand repertory and jazz concepts,
and help develop a stronger and more dynamic
ensemble.
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Fiona Blackburn
Concert and Chamber Choirs
Email: [email protected] [email protected]
Web Address: www.fionablackburn.com
Materials & Extra Costs:
BIO
Fiona Blackburn’s eclectic musical career has included: performing as a classically trained soloist and
recording artist; teaching voice and adjudicating festivals; conducting choirs and educating in classrooms.
From UBC, Fiona earned a BMus in voice performance, a BEd in secondary music, and an MMus in
choral conducting. She has sung and toured with some of Canada’s leading ensembles, orchestras & opera
companies, and she has recorded two albums of Celtic music, which have received rave reviews and
international airplay. Fiona even performed for five summers on an Alaskan cruise ship! For the past 16
years, Fiona has enjoyed working with young singers. She is currently the Artistic Director of the British
Columbia Girls Choir, which attracts singers from age six to young adult. This award-winning choir has
traveled through North and Central America, Europe, Australia and China. Fiona is also the director of
one of Metro’s newest ensembles – Zephyra Women’s Choir. She is on the faculty of the BC Choral
Federation’s ‘Choral Directorship Course’ and, in the fall of 2015, Fiona was an adjunct professor at
UBC, where she taught the Choral Pedagogy course in the Faculty of Education. Fiona’s great passion is
now to share her knowledge and experiences with others. She credits mentors Jon Washburn, Bruce
Pullan, Dr. Graeme Langager, Dr. Rodney Eichenberger and Henry Leck for helping her gain the insight
and knowledge required to encourage people of all ages to “find their voice.”
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Elementary Choirs
K-12
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(K-7)
Fiona may use material that the choir is working
on, or bring new material for the children to learn.
The kinesthetic aspects of singing (movement,
gesture and even dance) are essential for the young
singer to unlock and free the voice. Fiona would
help the children explore the full compass (range)
of their voices with imagery, games, exercises and
appropriate literature. Fiona is pleased to give
guidance to teachers regarding pedagogical issues,
resources and literature. The five-session course
could be used to help prepare for a school or
festival performance.
High School Choirs
(8-12)
Fiona has an extensive knowledge of vocal
pedagogy that will assist high school singers. The
students’ awareness of good vocal technique is
essential to the production of excellent tone. The
students will explore the fundamentals of good
posture, use of breath, production of vowels and
extension of range. The use of gesture and imagery
will be a key component for freeing the voice.
Creative expression is the most important aspect of
music making. Young people are capable of great
artistry, which will be revealed through the
exploration of quality repertoire. Fiona is pleased
to share her ideas, with both singers and teachers,
regarding: effective warm-ups; performance
practices for various genres and styles of music;
stage presence and deportment; choice of
repertoire. Teachers may wish to develop their
conducting and rehearsal technique, if time
permits. The five session course could be used to
help prepare for a school or festival performance.
Extensions: Fiona is available to lead retreats, when her schedule allows.
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Julia Bonnett
Storytelling with Music
Web Address:
Materials & Extra Costs:
Special Requests:
BIO
Julia has performed roles for Seattle Opera, Tacoma Opera, Burnaby Lyric Opera, and Vancouver Opera.
In concert, she has sung with the Vancouver Symphony, the Vancouver Bach Choir, The Turning Point
Ensemble, Vetta Chamber Music and the Little Chamber Music Series That Could. Julia's various musical
activities have included performing with Vancouver's World Beat band Olam, Shakespeare at the Opera
for the Banff Arts Festival and the role of Anna in Theatre Under the Stars' production of The King and I.
Julia has been heard in recital on CBC Radio's West Coast Performance and on CBC TV's Opening Night
with Vancouver's Hard Rubber Orchestra. She spent many seasons singing with the Vancouver Opera
Chorus, and more recently has been working as a Teaching Artist with VOA’s Music Champions and
Project Opera programs. She has also performed with the Health Arts Society, which provides concerts
for seniors and others in care. She teaches privately, and works to encourage the musical world of her two
children, aged 11 and 7. Two years spent touring BC with Vancouver Opera in the Schools left Julia with
a vivid impression of how music drama can engage children. With this as inspiration, her interest is in
helping kids build upon their curiosity about music and encouraging their natural creativity. This
Christmas season, Julia will be performing in a fundraising concert for the Foundation Fighting
Blindness.
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Storytelling with Music
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(K-3)
What makes music…music? Where does it come
from? And how can it help us tell a story? These
are some of the questions we will try to answer as
we explore Camille Saint Saens’ famous
composition, Carnival of the Animals. Using
games, songs, improvisation, dance, and the sounds
we can make with a few everyday things, we will
create musical stories for a few of the animals that
populate the Carnival. Each class will consist of a
physical warm-up, an exploration of one of the
Elements of Music (tempo, pitch, dynamics, etc.)
and the creation of a musical soundscape based on
a story (eg. A dance, a parade, a race, etc.)
Option: This class can be tailored to integrate the
Habitats and Species curriculum.
Extensions:
K-3
Song and Soundscape in Nature
(K-3)
In this course, we will explore Musical Elements
while using our voices in song and soundscape.
We’ll listen to the songs of nature: whale song, bird
song, the sounds of the rainforest, and the “sounds”
of outer space. We’ll see how these sounds are
represented in music by composers of today and
yesterday. Using their voices, classroom
instruments and “found objects”, student groups
will create soundscapes, which they will be able to
present to each other during the last class. Each
class will begin with a physical warm up and
instruction in healthy vocal production.
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Gordon Cobb
Garage Band for iPad and Mac Computers
Email: [email protected]
Web Address: www.cobbhousestudio.com www.GordonCobbPhD.com
Materials & Extra Costs: photocopying
BIO
Gordon received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School for the Contemporary Arts at Simon
Fraser University and his Masters of Music in Composition for New Media from the London
College of Music in the UK. He also completed a PhD in Arts Education at Simon Fraser
University where his research explored multimodal composing practices, new musical literacies,
and transformative music engagement in music video production with urban youth. His work as a
music composer and sound designer has been showcased in numerous public venues, including
two Olympic Games commissions (Torino 2006 and Vancouver 2010), the VanDusen Botanical
Gardens Festival of Lights, the New York City Ballet, and the Cedar Lake Ensemble, New York;
and on television with The Knowledge Network, and the National Film Board of Canada where
he was the recipient of a 2013 Leo Award nomination. Gordon is a senior instructor at the Sarah
McLachlan School of Music, where for the past 14 years he has taught piano, musical theatre,
music technology, and music video production. Gordon has also developed innovative music
programs for the Arts Umbrella, the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, and the Vancouver Biennale
and is the Artistic Director of Cobb House Studio, a children’s production company specializing
in film and music production. More information about Gordon’s work can be found at
www.GordonCobbPhD.com
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4-12
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Garage Band for Mac Computers (4 – 12)
Garage Band for iPads (4-12)
Garage Band is one of the most powerful
music applications that I’ve used throughout
my 15-year career as a music (and music tech)
educator. Designed specifically to be used by
children and youth, it offers many simple and
intuitive functions that will accommodate a
wide spectrum of music artists and learners
from beginners to composers. We will explore
much of what Garage Band has to offer, from
remixing MIDI files, to loop based
compositions, to sound design. Students will
develop a portfolio of songs that they can
email to themselves at the end of each class.
Garage Band for the iPad offers fewer
technical affordances but just as many creative
possibilities. We will begin by creating
different styles of music using the built-in
templates. We will also explore the sampler
function to record student’s voices and real
world sounds to create original soundscape
compositions. Students will develop a
portfolio of songs that they can email to
themselves at the end of each class.
Extensions: With extra funding, larger scale song writing, music production, and music video production
programs can be developed to incorporate other class curricula and/or multimodal project-based learning
initiatives.
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Latashkinem
Traditional Drumming and Singing
Email: [email protected]
Cell: (778) 952-1969
Web Address:
Materials & Extra Costs: photocopying
BIO
Latashkinem (Robert Williams)
My ancestral Squamish name is Latashkinem. I am from the Skwu7mesh Nation from a village called
Eslha7an. I was mentored by my grandfather and uncles and learned the ways of being on the land and the
roles of being a man in the family.
Over the last 20 years my role as a Cultural Worker with the Squamish Nation youth has allowed me to
share our teachings through drumming and singing, storytelling, as well as exploring our traditional
territory.
I have been extensively training to prepare myself to learn about the traditional protocol of sharing songs
and learning to sing at celebrations and ceremony. A singer must know the protocols of who owns the
song and what community the song comes from. It is important to have permission to sing the songs, and
to be able to dance the songs. Our songs are inspired by our connections to the land, water, animals and
the continuity of teachings from our Ancestors.
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To the young people: “Nam chet Kwayetsut “It is time to seek your power.”
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Traditional Drumming and Singing
(4-7)
The artist will share traditional culture and teaching
through stories, drumming and singing. The youth
will learn two songs and dances that are inspired by
the Killer Whale (yéw̓ yews). The first song
represents the Guardian of a Canoe traveling to
neighboring villages celebrating our kinship and
safe arrival. The second song will represent the
Salmon People – Kwos and their dedication to
their children and epic journey back to their home
rivers as well as the celebration of feasting.
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Danny Han-Lin Chen
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Email: [email protected]
Website: http://chensgallery.com
Materials & Extra Costs: Please allow for cost of materials to be covered. This can be
discussed and planned for beforehand, according to the teacher’s needs and available resources.
BIO
Danny holds an Associate Member status in the Federation of Canadian Artists (F.C.A.). His paintings have
consistently won awards in distinguished international competitions. His book, “Chinese Brush Painting
Techniques” has sold over 50 thousand copies throughout North America, and a second book “Chinese
Brush Painting Kits” will be published in 2015. He also makes his painting techniques available through
DVD video and in the demo section of his website. As an art instructor for more than 35 years, Danny is a
sought-after instructor of many visual art disciplines: Chinese brush painting, watercolor, acrylics and
mixed media. Danny has been hosting Pro-D day workshops in the Vancouver Maritime Museum and at
Teacher’s Conferences. His subject matter spans floral, wildlife, portraits, abstracts and beyond. He has
earned distinction for his outstandingly delicate floral and realistic wildlife images on Chinese rice paper.
COURSE OPTIONS
Chinese Brush Painting
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(K-12)
Students will begin with learning how to observe the
form and have freedom to execute the brush stroke
with Chinese brush painting techniques. The session
will start with a simple approach using ink to paint
subjects like chicks, bamboo and bugs. Once they
have learned the basics, color will be introduced for
more complicated subjects such as flowers, animals,
marine life, cartoon characters and even dragons.
Younger or older students will find it fascinating to
paint in this simplistic style using multiple colors
and tone in one stroke.
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Brush Painting
(6-12)
This is an exciting project. We will start with
learning Chinese brush painting techniques. The
subject matter can be non-traditional or specific to
the theme/event of the school. The students will
paint the subject matter on paper lanterns or fans,
and hang or display them to make a very impressive
decoration for a school event. LED light is optional
but recommended for an evening event. Theme
suggestions: Canada Day, Chinese New Year, Earth
Day, marine life, environmental…etc.
Extensions: Danny is willing to help create larger school projects, for special events like Canada Day,
Chinese New Year, Earth Day, or create marine life, environmental themes…etc.
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Joni Danielson
Mixed Media Drawing, Eco-Art, Community Art
Web Address: http://jkdanielson.wix.com/artist Email: [email protected] Cell: (778) 952-8935
Materials & Extra Costs: Costs are minimal and are dependent on the project and materials available
at the school. This can be discussed and planned for beforehand, according to the teacher’s needs and
available resources.
BIO
Joni Danielson is a Vancouver artist and environmental educator working in the field of community
engagement. She has been working with children and youth in schools and communities throughout the
Lower Mainland for six years. Danielson graduated from Emily Carr University and is the recipient of the
Class of 2014’s 180° Student Leadership award for her sustained work with waterways and collaborative
projects with the David Suzuki Foundation.
Danielson’s current practice focuses on Vancouver’s natural history, watersheds and lost streams. Her
workshops are centered on place-based learning and site-specific art. Each class consists of an introduction
of the concept, followed by individual creative investigation, and ends in a group discussion during which
the artist encourages the students’ critical thinking skills. Many of her workshops are customized to teach
students about the history of their school’s neighbourhood and their local watershed. Upon request, Joni
will collaborate with the teacher to connect to curriculum.
COURSE OPTIONS Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
The artist is only available from mid-April to June in 2016
Water Illustration
(K-3)
Water Moments*
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Working with watercolour and various mixed media
students will explore ways to represent water. The
artist uses play-based learning and an inquiry
approach to explore technical skills in various
mediums. Each week will feature a different
combination of media.
Many of Vancouver’s streams, wetlands and
beaches have been culverted, drained and buried
beneath concrete, creating a barrier to connect with
the waterways. In this class we will explore ways to
reconnect with those waterways and appreciate
water.
Watershed Installations: Celebrating Water
Through Sculptural Art & Temporary Murals
(4-7)
I will lead the class through a series of creative
activities (such as illustrative journaling,
community mapping, etc.) which will help students
build a relationship with their local watershed.
These activities will be based on my mini book
series, Water Moments. In the last two sessions, we
will work together as a class to create our own book
about connecting with water in our daily lives.
This program emphasizes the role water plays in our
health, environment, culture, and community.
Students will celebrate water’s importance by
creating temporary installations in their classroom
or outside on school grounds. Students will examine
art in relationship to its environment and learn how
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art can transform a space, inspire change and take place outdoors.
educate others.
Extensions: There is an option to extend any of the workshops by visiting a nearby waterway (i.e. local
stream, wetland, or beach) on a field trip to discuss how we can connect to it, and the impact it has on the
community and environment.
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James Harry
Coast Salish Designs, First Nation Drawing, Wood Carving
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.James-Harry.com
Materials & Extra Costs: Cost will relate to time, materials, and size and scope of the project
Special Requests:
BIO
James Harry was born in 1989 and is of Squamish Nation and European decent. At an early age, he began
carving with his father, Xwalacktun. Similarly, he learned painting skills from his mother Jennifer
Kleinsteuber. In secondary school, James began his career as a professional artist, carving the door panels
of the BC Aboriginal Sports Hall of Fame. He attended Emily Carr University of Art and Design, obtaining
a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in 2014. James has worked with schools and communities in the Lower
Mainland and in the United Kingdom to produce art projects reflecting Aboriginal heritage, culture, and
ideologies. James’s current practice is focused on the development of sculptures and panels that abstract,
deconstruct, and transform traditional Aboriginal formline. He continues to explore the impact of
combining different types of wood with metal. COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 session
Guided Drawing of Coast Salish Designs (4-12)
On site Carving Demonstrations
James can work in the classroom teaching students
how to create a piece of Squamish Nation art while
he explains about the symbolic and metaphoric
meanings that different animals hold for the Coast
Salish people. Throughout 5 sessions, James can
adjust the content and the complexity of the designs
according to the developmental age of the students
and the time frame allocated.
In collaboration with the school, James can design
a sculpture that can be carved onsite.
This gives students a chance to meet the artist and
to discuss the work as it progresses. Small groups
may be given hands-on experiences.
Drumming, Dancing and Drawing
( 4-12)
James drums and sings First Nations songs and
teaches the students how to dance like some of the
animals they learn to draw later. James will
introduce students to many aspects of First Nation
culture. Some students may be given the opportunity
to learn basic drumming skills.
Extensions: James is willing to help create larger school projects which could include carving
demonstrations, and he can be hired independently to create school murals.
(4-12)
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Anastasia Hendry K-12
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North West Coast Crafts
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs: Projects individually priced. (see below)
Special Requests:
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Anastasia is a member of the Haida First Nation, born in the village of Old Masset on the beautiful
territory known as Haida Gwaii. She lived on traditional Coast Salish territory for most of her
life. The creative works evident in nature in British Columbia are a continual source of inspiration
to her. Anastasia’s environment, surroundings, culture and traditions are very important to her as
an artist and she strives to expand her artistic horizons beyond the traditional forms. The traditional
and modern works she creates are an attempt to diversify the observer’s perceptions of Northwest
Coast art, and to help observers understand that Northwest Coast art is continually evolving. She
has been an art educator for 20 years, working in schools to increase and elaborate on First Nations
knowledge.
COURSE OPTIONS
Northwest Coast Crafts
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(K-12)
Every visit to your classroom will be filled with First
Nation’s etiquette & protocol. Transfer of knowledge
is a thread that runs the course of each classroom
visit. Each day she will bring different artifacts,
regalia, instruments and music to enhance learning.
Mini Button Blanket - $4.50/student
Large Button Blanket - $100 for materials
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mini hide - $6/student
Wool Weaving - $2.50/student
Games:
Stick Dice - $2/student
Kutnasso - $4.50/student
Shell game - $ 4/student
Bone Beaded Jewelry - $3.50-$7.50/student
Deerskin Pouches - $4.50/student
Mini Rawhide Shield - $5.50/student
Talking Stick - $3.00/student
Feast: $40/session (1.5 hours, sample traditional
First Nations food: smoked salmon, sea weed,
dried berries, bannock, soapberries)
Extensions: Open to all larger school based projects.
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Colette Lisoway
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Website: www.colettelisoway.com
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs: Additional costs may vary depending on project. $50 and up
Special Requests: Materials and tools will be adjusted to suit ages and abilities of students
BIO
Colette is a freelance community artist and a visual art instructor with Continuing Education at Capilano
University and ArtStarts’ Artists in the Classroom. She has collaboratively facilitated workshops and
community art installations at “Richmond Maritime Festival,” “A Midsummer Fete,” and “All Souls at
Mountain View Cemetery.” She has also volunteered with “Public Dreams for Parade of Lost Souls.”
Colette is an exhibiting artist whose current studio practice employs photography, digital imagery, mixed
media and printmaking on cloth. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Nova Scotia College of Art
and Design and a Textile Arts Certificate from Capilano University. Colette collaborates with teachers to
develop projects tailored to their students and curriculum. She is excited to introduce students to new means
for communication, creative expression and relationship building.
COURSE OPTIONS
Recycled Textiles
Clothes & Cloth As Canvas
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(K-12) Sculpture from Recycled Items, (K-12)
Found Objects & Natural Materials
Working with plant and natural materials, students will
be introduced to a variety of natural and low impact
dyeing and surface design techniques. Students will
deconstruct personal garments, reclaimed fabrics and
industry offcuts to create individual or group
repurposed cloth canvases.
Options can include but are not limited to:
* Rust and natural dyes
*Transfer printing & bundle dyeing with flowers &
plants
*Drawing and painting on repurposed canvases
*Textile collage
*Stitching and surface embellishment
*Kool-Aid dyeing
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Students will learn techniques to transform
reclaimed materials and household waste into
small scale sculpture. Using basic household tools
such as hammers and pliers, students will be
taught simple fabrication, cold joining and
forming techniques. Being confronted and
working with post consumer waste will allow
students to explore the significance of its impact
on our environment. Natural materials can be used
alone or in combination with recycled items and
found objects to create sculpture or ephemeral art.
Extensions: Projects can be tailored to create collaborative large scale installations.
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Christine MacKenize
Storytelling Using Pictographs and Northwest Coast Formline
Website: www.sneakynativeart.com/
[email protected]
604-2403662
Materials & Extra Costs: Material: paint, paint brushes, trays, pencils, pencils crayons, poster
board, leather, sharpies and paper. Prices will vary and meet the needs of each school budget.
Special Requests:
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Christine Mackenzie is a First Nations artist who was born in Kelowna, B.C. Her mother is a descendant of
Kwakiutl royalty. Christine is of the Eagle and Killer Whale clans. Even though Christine is self-taught her
creativity and style are unique. The fact that the Kwakiutl First Nation has been slowly diminishing has been
a driving force in Christine's desire to capture aspects of the culture before it disappears and bring
these cultural teachings to the classroom. She produced over twenty original art pieces for exhibition in a First
Nations Art Exhibit in Deep Cove in 2009 and that became the impetus to become a full time First Nations
Artist. Following this she participated in 3 more art shows in 2010, 2011, and 2012 at the Silk Purse Art
Gallery, each taking place in the late summer. In 2012 she illustrated a children’s book "Lelou's Journey" and
2013 worked in partnership with Yuklaanas on a button blanket coloring book. From 2009 to the present she
has been mentored and working with the organization Yuklaanas founded by Anastasia. Her ties to the First
Nations community keep her fully occupied as she tours the province promoting native art through workshops,
dramatic on-stage re-enactments, and day camps.
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Traditional and Contemporary First Nation
Formlines K-12
Using directive drawing students will learn about
Northwest Coast formline as a starting point. Art
techniques such as linear perspective, shading,
graffiti, and color blending would be discussed and
taught to create a finished product. Using art as a
base, the artist can combine these skills with themes
from the curriculum for the creation of an original
art piece.
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Storytelling Using Pictographs K-12
Through the use of pictographs, poster board,
Northwest Coast animals, mask and fine art
illustrations students will be guided to create a visual
representation of their goals and/or life story. This
representation will be tied into the curriculum to
reinforce a unit or subject area. Students will also be
supported in becoming more confident in their
public speaking.
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Susan McCallum
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Website: www.susanmccallum.com
Materials & Extra Costs: Susan supplies many high quality materials free of charge.
Susan will purchase any other materials needed & school can reimburse her.
BIO
Susan McCallum is a professional award winning artist and illustrator who develops and facilitates art
workshops including “Brush Strokes with Susan.” Susan also has illustrated First Nations Curriculum and
online educational websites and children’s books. Susan encourages self-expression through drawing and
painting. She works well with K’s through High School students and really enjoys working with the First
Nations Education Programs. Susan is known for connecting and inspiring students in a positive way and
also for encouraging the teachers to participate with the art projects. Most of the art projects have a theme
such as, generosity, environment, salmon or First Nations stories. Some comments from teachers… “This
is like a painting spa!” … “Outstanding artist and teacher, great class control, inspiring!” Looking forward
to meeting you and your students! Thank you, Susan.
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Watercolour Workshop Inspired by a
Squamish Story
(K -12)
"Sch'ich'iyuy - The Two Sisters Mountain" as told by
Squamish Elders, sourced from "People of the Land"
Legends of the Four Host Nations will be featured.
You may know these local mountains as "The Lions".
This Squamish story will be shared and each student
will learn watercolour and drawing techniques, and
complete a watercolour of "Sch'ich'iyuy". (references
will be provided.) On completion of the landscape
painting we will celebrate with a class art show. This
residency incorporates many of the goals in the new
BC Curriculum, Social Studies, Language Arts, First
Nations and Fine Arts. Can be adapted for all grades.
Acrylic Painting
(K-12)
Each student will paint a small acrylic painting on
canvas. The theme can be chosen with the teacher.
Susan inspires the students to develop a sketch. The
students use charcoal and paint to create their piece.
The focus is on self-expression through drawing and
painting. The workshop is followed by a class art show with
Acrylic Paintings Enhanced with Charcoal
Drawing on Canvas
(6-12)
The students will learn contemporary graphic
painting techniques. The canvasses are very
colorful, visually appealing and thought
provoking to create. Inspiring images are glued on
canvas and extended into paintings on large
canvasses. Paints, canvases and brushes provided.
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Crayons & High Quality Pencil Crayons
on Water Color Paper
(K-12)
Each student will experiment with color and
various techniques. Six techniques are taught in a
sampler. Teach student will complete two final
paintings and a bookmark. The results are
astounding! Very satisfying, non-threatening, and
extremely creative!
students’ paintings presented on small easels and
showcased on black table cloths. This is a great experience
for the students to share their painting accomplishments
with their invited guests.
Extensions: “Brush Strokes Fund Raiser” an art program that includes your entire school in painting
canvases with acrylic paint followed by a school wide art show to sell and or display their paintings!
Sometimes art cards are printed and sold. Very successful program often culminates in an Art Night
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Julie McIntyre
Printmaking Techniques, Paper Construction, Fibre Artist
Website: www.juliemcintyre.org
Materials & Extra Costs: Cost for some supplies depending on project. $50 - $250
Special Requests: Artist provides direct pressure press & felts for print making
BIO
Julie studied at the Banff Centre, Alberta in 1986 and received her BFA from Queens University with a
major in printmaking. She has had solo shows in 20 public galleries in Canada, and over 40 juried
exhibitions including 21 international credits to date. Since 1983, Julie has been involved with teaching art
workshops across Canada, including 4 contracts as an Animator and Printmaker in Residence with the
Vancouver Art Gallery, 6 years teaching printmaking at Malaspina Printmakers Studio, and 10 years with
Art Starts. Julie is the past president of CARFAC BC and 2014 winner of the City of Vancouver's Mayor's
Arts Award for Board Member of the Year.
COURSE OPTIONS
Printmaking Techniques
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(1 – 12)
Master Printmaker Julie McIntyre can introduce
your class to nontoxic printmaking techniques
including relief, collagraph, monotype, screen,
digital transfers and pronto plate lithography.
Whichever medium, the marvels of surface
treatment, negative space, mirror reversals and the
playfulness of the repeated image will delight
students. Subject matter, medium and emphasis are
tailor-made to meet the interests, abilities and
curriculum requirements of individual classrooms.
Extensions:
Paper Construction
(1 - 12)
As an award winning fiber artist, Julie works with a
variety of patterned and textured papers so that the
students are engaged in the playfulness of the
repeated image as they explore the traditions of
quitted patterns using paper, scissors and glue.
(Sewing can be added for higher grades).
Geometric shapes, secondary patterns and rhythms
will highlight this engaging and relaxing technique
that usually proves the whole is greater than the sum
of its parts when students’ individual blocks are
brought together. All techniques and content may be
adapted for each grade.
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Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs: All art equipment and some supplies will be provided by the artist.
Cost for specialty paper, ink and paint, will be assumed by the school.
Special Requests: The teacher and artist will work with students to gather recycled and natural
materials and/or use existing supplies within the school wherever possible to minimize costs.
BIO
Maggie Milne Martens has both a BFA in printmaking and a Masters in Art History from UBC and has
worked over the past two decades as an artist, educator and art historian. Maggie has extensive experience
working with groups of children in a variety of contexts and is particularly interested in the way art
making serves as form of inquiry and way of interconnecting ideas and knowledge across many
disciplines. Maggie brings her knowledge about art history into each course as part of the perceptual
experience of making and inspiration.
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
All courses can be adapted to effect the age and interests of students:
3D Sculpture:
The Amazing Versatility of Paper Mache
Paper Mache is an accessible medium for
producing amazing sculptures, masks or 3D wall
hangings. Steps include visual research, drafting a
working sketch, creating an armature, paper maché
or paper maché clay, painting and adding final
texture and detail with natural and found materials.
Examples of projects include: bird masks, insects,
sea creatures, dragons or other imaginary creatures.
Printmaking on a Shoestring!
Printmaking is a powerful medium that encourages
exploration and risk taking for all children. It is an
ideal way to investigate line, form, texture and
composition and for developing critical and
flexible thinking. We will explore; monotype
prints, linocuts and collograph. We will use natural
and readily available 'found' materials that will
allow teachers to continue printmaking within their
classroom.
Living PaintingCreating an Environment of Wonder
Children use photographs, real life observations
and a variety of painting techniques to create a
large collaborative 'landscape' painting of a
particular environment or habitat. Students then
'add' individual works (using drawing, painting,
printmaking or sculpture) featuring animals or
ecological details. The finished installation creates
a magical space of wonder that can serve as an
inspiration for further cross-curricular inquiry.
Themes include under the sea, a walk through the
forest, land of stories, seasonal landscapes etc.
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The artist will work with students to develop
observational drawing skills and painting
techniques and will finish with the creation of an
original large scale painting based on a chosen
theme. Students will also learn how these themes
have been used in art in history and in our
contemporary culture. This could include
portraiture and identity; the world of birds,
landscape etc.
Extensions: Art Exhibition: All courses will end with an exhibition of student work to share their
creations and learning with family and the school community.
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Mary Jane Muir
Animation Magic
Website: http://maryjanemuir.blogspot.ca/; http://maryjanemuir.weebly.com
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs: School art supplies, white glue, paints, papers, chalk pastels, markers
Special Requests : Materials available for projects to be discussed at initial meeting with teacher
BIO
I love to show students how much fun it is to make characters come alive on a screen through animation.
We can make it happen with my iPads and if you happen to have a few more iPads available we can use
them too. I am a professional illustrator who originally studied classical animation at Sheridan College. I
was the illustration artist for the VSB for fourteen years. I also attended and completed continuing studies
in Illustration, Creative Process, Digital Animation and Video Production at Emily Carr, as well as summer
Master classes in Canadian Children’s Literature at UBC. I just recently completed a manuscript for my first
middle grade novel and I am in the process of creating four picture books. I would love to share my skills
and things I know about animation, story boards and creating characters with you and your class. I cocreated two successful picture books published by Scholastic, (Gynn & Albert’s Old Shoes), and am
membership coordinator of Canadian Writers & Illustrators of BC, CWILL BC. Check out our brilliant new
website at http://cwillbc.org
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Animation Magic with iMotion
( 3 –7)
Students will write a script and develop a
simple storyboard. They will then create
characters on paper and with other various
recycled materials. Students will also learn the
technique of greenscreen and create original
backgrounds for their animation. Stopframe
animation will be taught so that students can
create their video in small groups.
Open to ideas that fit your Imagination and
curriculum topics and goals. Animation projects are
flexible and many themes can be adapted.
Here are a few suggestions:
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CANADA 150, Canada’s Birthday
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Ocean Landscapes With Swimming Salmon
and Breaching Orcas
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Van Gogh Landscapes and Waving
Sunflowers
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Extensions: Open to all larger school based projects.
Flying Rockets Across Alien Landscapes
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Phyllis Schwartz
Ceramic Art
Website: http://pscreates.com
Email: [email protected]
Materials & Extra Costs: Clay (3 to 4 bags of clay @ $20) = $80 + tax and delivery
Finishing materials (glaze, acrylics, tempera paint, glue, findings) = $60 + tax
Special Requests: Off-site kiln firing = $25/ kiln load
BIO
Phyllis Schwartz is a ceramics artist who explores glaze materials and effects in sculptural and
functional forms. Her expressive handbuilding forms are molded, assembled and sculpted; they
are finished using experimental techniques. Her work is in public and private collections; recent
exhibitions include Art 4 Life (Port Moody Arts Centre), Winter White (Laura K. Jewitt Design),
and In a Palm of a Hand: BC to Japan Touring Exhibition (BC Potters Guild). “Seeking the
Nuance”, her current publication, is heritage glaze recipe book designed and produced with Glenn
Lewis and Debra Sloan; it is currently being revised for a second edition. She is a ceramics
instructor at Summer at St. Georges. Phyllis, graduate of Emily Carr University, works with
students of all ages offering curriculum-based workshops and professional development programs.
Residency workshops include instruction in clay modeling and hand-building techniques and can
be designed to support specific curriculum and skill development needs.
COURSE OPTIONS
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Say It in Clay: Visualizing Words & Characters
Art, Humanities and English
(K – 12)
Whimsical Sculpture
Art, Humanities and English
Use myths, story and history to inspire characters
and events that take shape in clay; study the plant
and animal world through clay sculpture; create
story tiles about historical events; make clay puzzles
in math class.
Create ceramic objects with a convincing likeness
that provoke a bit of laughter; make a quiet mouse,
a pair of flip flops, a slice of cake that lasts forever,
an ice cream bar that never melts. An ideal way to
study form, function, culture, surface design and
contemporary food issues.
Masks: the Face and the Fantasy-Art
Humanities and English
(K – 12)
Handbuilding:
Functional and Funky Art
Use myths and story to inspire characters and events
that take shape in clay while learning about facial
proportions. A workshop that can be adapted to suit
group and class projects suitable for installation.
Explore traditional handbuilding methods: coil,
pinch and slab to create clay bowls, vessels, boxes
and figurative forms.
Shoes, shoes, shoes: A Design and Invention
Workshop -Art, Humanities and Math (K – 12)
Design and create shoes using clay. This workshop
provides students opportunities to develop spatial
reasoning skills and explore geometrical forms that
create structures.
Clay Mobiles/Windchimes
(K – 12)
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catch the wind. Experiment with balance and
composition in mobiles made from clay figures.
Build these projects to explore themes such as the
natural world, fantasy figures, familiar stories,
transportation and more.
Extensions: All projects can be extended or designed to support curriculum needs. After school ceramic
program can be organized.
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Carolyn Sullivan
Digital Photography & Video with Digital Cameras or iPads
Website: www.carolynsullivan.ca Email: [email protected] Cell: (604) 780-9374
Materials & Extra Costs: $50 for 100 in-school 4” X 6” prints (Carolyn will bring the printers)
(additional costs vary depending on project)
Special Requests: Have camera batteries/ iPads fully charged, and memory cards empty
BIO
Carolyn is a Professional Commercial Photographer who has been with VSB for many years. Initially, she
started as VSB staff photographer before becoming Head Instructor and Curriculum Developer of the
“Digital Media Programs at VTI/VSB”. She has been an instructor for over 25 years instructing: various
photography, video, computer art and digital media courses in Continuing Education, Magee’s Summer Art
programs, Kid Zones, and workshops for teachers on Pro-D Days. Carolyn is an Artist for the VSB/Artist
in Residence programs, as well as an Artist for ArtStarts, BC. She has worked with many schools on grant
projects including Betty Wellburn Artistic Legacies Grants and Artstarts Grants.
She is also an active photographic artist having produced numerous solo and group shows both locally and
internationally. COURSE OPTIONS Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
Computer-less printers and some cameras can be provided by Carolyn. Schools must supply iPads.
Rainbow Connections
(K – 12)
Students will further investigate digital color and
other elements and principles of design as they
create a rainbow. Rainbows can be applied to art,
science, history, and technology. The rainbow is
also a powerful symbol that encourages diversity
and inclusiveness in the classroom community.
Your class’ final rainbow display will be varied
depending on wall space, and budget.
The concept of the Rainbow can be substituted for
other themes and images, for example the Canadian
flag for Canada’s 150th birthday.
Digital Cameras or iPads
(K – 12)
Digital Video with iPads and iMovie ( K-12)
(Could work with digital cameras or iPhones)
Storytelling has just become more attainable for
classroom projects with the possibility of iPads,
and iMovie.
Students will cover the basics of movie making:
script writing, story boarding, camera shot lists,
voice over, sound effects, and editing.
Students will learn to integrate images with sound
and text, then learn to organize the media content,
transfer it, and upload their movie.
Digital Photography has a lot of flexibility. Projects
will be art integrated into the curriculum.
The final outcome for the projects would vary
depending on the medium chosen.
Movie titles can be worked into a study unit or
students can be self directed.
A few ideas are:
Making a video is a great creative process for
students of all ages to learn and develop team
work, self inquiry, and problem solving skills.
* Elements and Principles of Design
* Science and Environment
*Mixed Media: Photos + paint on canvas, or tiles
*Photojournalism: Camera storytelling.
*Green Wall Technique: Imaginative manipulation
*Portraits: Self-expression/community focus
*Advanced Studio Lighting Portraits/ Products
(if school has equipment)
Extensions: Extra time to allow for bigger or final projects to be shared with school, or additional
classrooms and sessions. Photo gallery shows, fund raisers, books, and digital projections available.
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Amanda Wood
Natural Dyeing, Fibre Arts, Weaving
Website woodtextilestudio.wordpress.com;amandawoodstudio.com
Materials & Extra Costs: Material costs vary depending on project. Starting at $50
Special Requests: Consultation with teacher will determine supplies required and level of complexity
appropriate for class composition, skill level and ages of students.
BIO
Amanda Wood is a weaver and dyer. She is interested in the hands on nature of her work and for the past
eight years has enjoyed sharing multi-sensory material exploration with different kinds of learners to create
trusting, inquiry based learning experiences. She will always allow the natural discovery process to play
out, outside whenever possible. She honours and encourages mistakes. Amanda has a BA in
Communications from SFU and a diploma in Textile Art from Capilano University. Her work has been
shown in Vancouver and Montreal and was also included in the book “Strange Material: Storytelling
Through Textiles”.
Amanda loves to share the artistic process. Textiles offer many opportunities to explore materials with all
of our senses while also integrating almost any aspect of the curriculum. Amanda is also well versed in a
number of design activities that can help develop a child's artist eye. She is happy to customize a workshop
or additional sessions based on class needs. Past projects have included finger knitting, yarn bombing, or
material or design explorations.
COURSE OPTIONS
Indigo Magic
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(3-7)
Science, Math, Social Studies, Fine Art-The indigo plant has been used for centuries as the
source of blue dye in the natural world. We will
discover the science behind indigo and learn how
the careful addition of oxygen makes cloth shades
of blue. We will also explore pattern through the
application of simple resists before dipping cloth in
an indigo vat. There are many possible outcomes
and curricular connections that can be made. Dyed
cloth can also be hand sewn into pouches, pillows,
mats, or anything we can imagine. Opportunities to
create meaningful connections through ceremony,
display and gift giving are also plentiful.
Weaving Stories
(K-7)
English, Fine Art, Math, Social Studies-Weaving can be used to explore pattern, simple
machines, storytelling and even binary code while
developing fine motor skills. In addition to
learning the techniques of weaving, children will
also experience the full design process.
They will begin with choosing materials and
developing a considered design, and then we will
make simple looms together that can be used over
again. We'll learn a number of plain weave
techniques. Alternative materials like recycled
paper, natural materials, and found objects can all
be incorporated. Children can work on individual
weavings or as a group to make bookmarks,
tablemats, pouches or wall hangings.
Extensions: Opportunities to grow the workshops into larger explorations, events or whole school
projects can be discussed.
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Jerry Whitehead
Paper Mosaic, Stencil Collages
Website: www.jerrywhitehead.com
Materials & Extra Costs: Depending on the project
Special Requests:
BIO
Jerry is of Cree heritage from the James Smith First Nation in Saskatchewan. Art has been his lifelong
passion. Today Jerry resides in Vancouver and he continues to paint within his community and abroad.
He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree - Indian Art ( S.I.F.C.) from the University of Regina in 1983. He
then went on to complete a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design
in 1987. You may view Jerry’s artistic projects at www.jerrywhitehead.com and see the various projects
he has been involved with.
COURSE OPTIONS
Playing with Torn Paper
Scheduling occurring over 5 sessions
(1-7)
This is fun for younger grades as well as the older
ones. The artist begins by showing the students how
to make a face with torn colored paper usually on a
darker colored background. Then from there we
begin to play, experiment with imagery, and the
project finishes off like a mosaic.
Playing with Stencils
(1-7)
We make stencils from numbers, the alphabet,
animals, personal mementos, etc, which we transfer
on to a larger paper using paint. We then complete
the image or we may combine it with other images
to form a large collaboration.
Extensions: All projects can be extended and Jerry can be hired independently to create murals for school
walls.
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Vancouver School Board - AIR Payment Form 2016/ 2017
Artists need to be paid in a timely manner.
Please make sure you submit this payment form as soon as the residency is completed.
LAST NAME:
FIRST NAME:
PHONE NUMBER:
BUSINESS PHONE:
ADDRESS:
CITY:
POSTAL CODE:
EMAIL:
CHEQUE PAYABLE TO:
Honorarium: $ 500.00
(5 sessions of Artist in Residence services and one planning session)
5% GST:
$
(To be filled out by district)
Total:
$
*All Material and Additional Hourly Fees must be paid by the school directly to the artist.
1. The artist whose name appears on this document has taken to provide the Artist in Residences services as per this
document. There is no commitment on the part of the Vancouver Board of Education to utilize the artist for
additional sessions during this term, or succeeding terms.
2. Payment will be made upon completion of the residency and submission of this form in the blue bag to:
Artist in Residence Program, Learning Services, VSB, 1580 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6J 5K8.
Please complete both sides of this page. THERE IS NO FAX.
Please note that all honorarium payments to VSB employees must be processed by the VSB payroll
department and are subject to Canada Pension Plan and Employment Insurance and Income Tax
Deductions
School:
Signed:
Contact Teacher
Date
School Principal
Date
Signed:
Have you paid the artist directly for additional fees for materials and/or sessions?
For District Use Only:
COA: 14 2009 112 399 9593 (ArtStarts Grant Funding)
$
11 2009 112 000 1750 (VSB Fine Arts Funding)
$
6120 (GST-if applicable)
$
Peggy Bochun
District Arts Dept. VSB
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VSB-Artist in Residence Evaluation Form 2016/2017
School:__________________________________________ Name of Evaluator:_______________________________
Email:_______________________ Name of Artist:______________________________________________________
Month of Residency:________________ 2016 Approx. No. of students:__________ Grade Level:______________
Please Check and/or Write
Comments
Excellent
Good
Satisfactory
Fair
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Suitability of residency for
grade level involved
Artist’s quality of residency
project
Attainment of learning
objectives
Artist’s rapport with students
Artist’s visual samples/portfolio
Artist’s organizational skills
Educational support materials
(if applicable)
Pro d support for future work
in your classroom
Overall evaluation
General Comments:_________________________________________________________________________________
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Should we retain this artist for next year?
YES_______ NO_________
Teachers: Complete this form immediately following completion of the residency, and return to:
Artist and Residence Program, Learning Services, Vancouver School Board.
Please Note: There is NO Fax. Please complete both sides.
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Vancouver Biennale BIG IDEAS Education Program
Since 2010, o v e r 8.600 students (Kindergarten to Grade 12) from 11 school districts have
experienced BIG IDEAS!
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 25, 2016
Program Grants Available
Arts Inquiry fosters discovery and creative learning through public art
Arts Infusion facilitates expression in multiple art forms through artist-led workshops in
schools
Cross-Curricular drives integrated learning across subject areas including Science,
Humanities, Socials and Arts Education
Socially Inclusive connects to all grades and schools within British Columbia
Community-based takes students outside their classrooms and brings community into the
classroom
Online Resources provides innovative, inspiring multi-media instructional sample for project
ideas
For more information, visit www.vancouverbiennale.com or contact
[email protected]
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The Vancouver Education Program (BIG IDEAS) was launched in 2010 and aims to build a
creative, collaborative community connecting educators, learners, artists, professionals, and
researchers who in turn shape the program a n d strive for excellence in education.
BIG IDEAS in-School
Through an annual artist/subject advisor project grant, the program brings local
professional artists and subject experts to collaborate with teachers to foster creative and
innovative learning. The program has outreached to over 8,600 students from diverse
social economic demographics in Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, New Westminster, North
Vancouver, Richmond, Squamish, Surrey, Vancouver and West Vancouver.
BIG IDEAS in-School is a program that integrates the V a n co u ve r Biennale’s current and
legacy exhibitions with the British Columbia curriculum. Teachers are invited to
submit a single classroom project or collaborate with other teachers/schools to develop a
joint project. Project ideas can be drawn from past BIG IDEAS Digital in-School projects
and curriculum unit plans covering inquiry topics such as environment, cultural or historical
perspectives, mathematical applications, global citizenship or social change.
2017 Making Global Connection
Vancouver Biennale’s BIG IDEAS Education invites cross-curricular project proposals that make
global connections throughout the entire project-based learning process. Successful submissions
should articulate clear and direct linkages to specific Biennale art installation(s) that inspire the BIG
IDEAS project, guiding questions, inquiry challenges, and art-infused creations. Submissions should
also consider exploring specific aspects of the community around the art installation(s) that are
relevant to the project theme as part of the field trip.
Register by November 25, 2016 (4 pm PST) for grant assistance
For More Information
• Contact Vancouver Biennale Education: 604-682-1289/[email protected]
• Visit www.vancouverbiennale.com/learn for online learning resources and program
details.
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Betty Wellburn Artistic Legacies
.... awards to ignite innovation
Betty Wellburn - Artistic Legacies (enhancing visual arts in Vancouver schools)
Betty Wellburn was a visionary teacher and art coordinator in Vancouver Schools, where she
created innovative programs in Visual Arts across the district. She has left a financial legacy,
making it possible to have enhanced Artist-in-Residence programs in Vancouver public schools.
With an overall goal to celebrate the visual arts in Vancouver schools, Artistic Legacies is an
ongoing program in its fourteenth year of implementation for the 2016-2017 school year. This
program will provide students with further opportunities to work in depth with eminent artists
and leave a lasting creative legacy.
Artistic legacies will provide funding for teachers to work with eminent artists to design projects
for collaborative work which will leave a lasting impression in our schools. One purpose of this
work is to ignite innovation.
Artistic Legacies was created to promote meaningful and innovative artistic experiences for VSB
students that result in the perpetuation of unique and distinguishable projects that emphasize the
visual arts. Applications for this grant are due in Spring each year.
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arts
How can the
activate learning in
school?
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1. Explore Your Creativity
Take part in ArtStarts’ upcoming professional
development workshop for teachers.
Facilitated by professional artists, Stand Out!
Putting Learning on the Centre Stage Through
the Performing Arts will be held at the
ArtStarts Gallery in Vancouver on October
21, 2016. Register at artstarts.com/infusion
2. Book Performances in Your School
Discover talented professional artists
representing a wide range of artistic disciplines
and cultural backgrounds who are available to
tour BC schools. Book performances through
ArtStarts today at artstarts.com/aotd
3. Connect with Artists in Residence
Collaborate with an artist to create memorable
learning experiences for your students. Search
the Artists in the Classroom Directory at
artstarts.com/aicd to discover professional
artists working in a range of disciplines.
5. Apply for Arts Grants
Artists in the Classroom grants bring
professional artists into your classroom for
rich learning experiences. Grants offer up to
$3,500 for small to medium scale projects or
up to $10,000 for large scale projects. Apply
by October 17, 2016 at artstarts.com/aic
Arts in Education Council of BC Fund
offers grants of up to $500 to support
professional development for K-12 teachers
that increases their appreciation of the arts.
Apply by October 28, 2016 at
artstarts.com/aiecbc
Cherniavsky’s Mr. Music Fund offers
matching grants of up to $500 to assist
schools in purchasing tickets for students
to attend quality live performances of
classical and traditional music, opera or
ballet. Apply by November 10, 2016 at
artstarts.com/cherniavsky
4. Visit the ArtStarts Gallery
Visit the first gallery in Canada devoted
exclusively to young people’s art. Drop by
our space in downtown Vancouver, book a
class tour or dive into project videos online at
artstarts.com/gallery
ArtStarts in Schools is a not-for-profit
organization that promotes art and
creativity among British Columbia’s
young people. Let’s connect!
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