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Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Jan-Feb 2026

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Jan-Feb 2026

CULTURE & IDENTITY

This Jan-Feb term, we are exploring our cultural identity and how we can express it in our increasingly globalised world. Our Core Artists will celebrate local craftsmanship and their own ties with Hong Kong. Our Sketchbookers will reflect on world myths and create their own illustrated expression. Our Ceramicists will transform the form of a common, mass-produced plastic bag into a unique ceramic vessel. Let’s start the new year in a creative, meaningful way.

To find out more about our Visual Arts Workshops, visit: 

https://colour-my-world.com/term-workshops-on/

ENROL NOW: Term starts from 30 Dec 2025!
Existing students do NOT need to re-enrol.

 

Explorer’s Art   (3 – 5 yrs)

The Weird And Wonderful

With biomorphic art, the result can be both familiar and strange, as we combine organic shapes and patterns found in nature in weird and wonderful ways. We will begin with a Yayoi Kusama-inspired painting of bizarre mushrooms. Our little Explorers will capture the wild colours and varied forms and shapes in fungi, while appreciating Kusama’s signature dot motif and learning the basics of repetitive pattern-making. Next we’ll experiment with a variety of materials in a mixed-media homage to Canadian fibre artist Andrea Graham’s innovative biological 3D artwork and felting installation. Is it a plant, animal, or fungus? A biomorphic sculpture can take inspiration from all three!

Core Art   (5 – 10 yrs)

Lost To Time

We’ll be looking at the traditional crafts of Hong Kong and thinking about why it’s important to preserve intangible heritage and celebrate local culture in our modern day societies. First, take inspiration from British artist Lubaina Himid, whose art aims to preserve moments from history that risk being lost to time. Using vivid colours and stylised character design, you will paint a local workshop scene of artisanal work and craftsmanship, such as lantern making, dimsum basket weaving or ceramics glazing. Next, you will try for yourself, the craft of stamp seal carving! Sculpt air dry clay for the topper, then focussing on the graphic design and lettering, carve foam for the stamp to create a custom seal that’s unique to you.

Drawing Fundamentals   (6 – 8 yrs)

My Treasured Still Life

In this term of Drawing Fundamentals, we will delve into the relationship between light and shadow and the importance of contrast, all crucial for creating depth, form and mood by using a range of tonal values to define a three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface. Drawing objects from real life is one of the most effective ways to hone your hand-eye coordination and observational skills. By creating a variety of still life drawings using different media, we will gain the tools required to make two separate oil and dry pastel paintings portraying our favourite possessions!

Ready-Set-Draw   (8 yrs+)

I Like To Move It!

Starting off 2026, Ready-Set-Draw is hitting the ground running! In this new year term, we shall continue our journey through the Seven Principles of Art by focusing on movement. By using elements like line, colour, and rhythm and with the help of pencil, ink and digital tools, participants will learn how to suggest physical action in a still image by creating a scene of their own and poses for their character of choice. Their artwork will then be brought to life through the making of an animated GIF (with Adobe Photoshop) by looping a series of images in rapid succession to convey motion and sense of humour!

Comics   (8 yrs+)

Storyscape

The environment in comics is not just a backdrop but a crucial element that drives narrative and provides context for readers. This term, further develop your sequential art skills as we dive into environmental storytelling, learning to use environment design to enhance your story and world-building. Taking inspiration from artist Moebius, who was a master in visual storytelling, we will examine how he used detailed landscapes, intricate character designs, and bold use of colours to craft immersive dreamlike worlds as the backdrop to his narratives. You’ll explore techniques for crafting immersive settings that support your narrative, develop characters, and convey mood. The culmination of this term will be a double-page spread, or splash page, where you’ll showcase your ability to hone narrative with environment design, creating a rich, accessible and engaging narration.

Pixelated

(Digital Arts 10 yrs+)

Run, Jump, Sprites!

Sprites are the basic building blocks of 2D videogames, like a frame of animation for every movement a character can perform! First we’ll design original characters, then bring them to life with sprites for everything from a simple walk cycle to complex actions. Newcomers will investigate the history of videogames, using a simple but bold 8-bit pixel art style, whereas our digital art veterans can try their hand at the fluid, hand-drawn visuals found in modern 2D games. The finished result will be a complete sprite sheet that shows the full range of motion for your game character!

Ceramic Fanatics

(Pottery-Ceramics 10 yrs+)

Transformed Elements

Build upon your foundational skills to transform basic ceramic vessels into more complex forms. Starting with the process to mould a cup, we’ll then change it into a sculpture of a plastic bag. Then use transferring techniques to add custom miniature logos. Then it’s onto another staple form of ceramics; the bowl. Mixing coloured and white clay, you will create two basic bowl forms, then join them together! This yields a hollow form which can be carved into or built upon to create a vase with a beautiful marbled effect.

Sketchbook Studies & Painting   (10 yrs+)

Contemporary Mythology

Mythologise your life. Create a mysterious, magical and surreal contemporary myth based on the aesthetics of objects that surround you today. Take inspiration from folk mythologies and urban legends, and craft something unique to your individual experience of the world around you. Be informed by renowned multi-award-winning Taiwanese-American artist James Jean who blends traditional East-Asian art with contemporary imagery in his complex compositions. Take your illustration from concept to sketch to lineart and full-colour form in your choice of a combination of gouache, watercolour ink and liner.

Mentor Studio   (13 yrs+)

For art enthusiasts who are considering Art for GCSE, A-Levels, IGCSE or IB; or who simply enjoy being stretched artistically. Mentor Studio is open to any participants who want to strengthen their skill repertoire, build on their collection of portfolio-worthy artworks, or explore challenging themes through open-ended self-enquiry guided closely by a mentor. Acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of art-form, techniques and styles used as we guide you through various artistic decision and pathways to artistic achievement.

Note: We also offer Architecture in Context Mentorship. Contact us for details.

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Nov-Dec 2025

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Nov-Dec 2025

Art, Design And Everything In Between

“Art and Design” is a phrase we use often, but are they two different things or are they intertwined? Approach Art in its pure forms of expression with genres like Action Painting or Abstracted Portraiture. On the other end of the scale, work with Design, using creative thinking to solve problems such as a Graphic Design project brief or aim for a practical outcome with dining room Ceramics. Join us this Nov-Dec term as we investigate innovation through these lenses.

To find out more about our Visual Arts Workshops, visit: 

https://colour-my-world.com/term-workshops-on/

ENROL NOW: Term starts from 30 Oct!
Existing students do NOT need to re-enrol.

 

Explorer’s Art   (3 – 5 yrs)

Spontaneous!

What better fun than art experiments! Our little Explorers will get to experience Process Art, where we delve deep into the creative journey, fun exploration of material & technique, with abundant self-expression. With Action Painting, Free Flow Collage and Bloom Art, all turning out a whole series of highly unpredictable art outcomes which will then be put together into a unique calendar, ready for 2026! Continuing on with our second project, we will experiment with depth and dimension with our very own Layered Art inspired by Alexandra Mathias & Wyatt Graff.

Core Art   (5 – 10 yrs)

Artist Pot

Art history is an ongoing chain, each generation inspiring the next. This term, our Core Artists will be introduced to a range of famous artworks from western art history. Taking inspiration from Los Angeles-based contemporary artist  Jonas Wood’s Matisse Pot series, they’ll create their own freestanding vase illustration inspired by famous masterpieces of all time. Then, they will take an element of their illustration and transpose it to a patterned table runner design using printmaking techniques of stamp and stencil, experiencing first-hand how art is reinterpreted over and over into new forms.

Drawing Fundamentals   (6 – 8 yrs)

Negative Space

Closing out this calendar year of Drawing Fundamentals, our participants will learn how to work with negative space in order to create convincing and beautiful snowy landscapes. Taking inspiration from Japanese woodblock experts such as Hokusai (Edo period) and Asano Takeji (20th Century), we will develop dynamic pencil compositions to be rendered into watercolour artworks that portray cold and beautiful wintry scenes in the northern hemisphere!

Ready-Set-Draw   (8 yrs+)

Balancing Act

We shall continue our travels through the 7 Principles of Art by learning about Balance where art elements are arranged to create a sense of visual stability and harmony in the artwork. From bilateral to horizontal symmetry, and radial symmetry to asymmetry, we’ll learn how placement, detail and colour can bring balance to an image through hands-on drawing exercises. For our final project we’ll be looking at human faces which are often perceived as beautiful and perfect, a symmetry concept readily explored in portraiture. We shall illustrate masks with ink and colour from cultures around the world and create a detailed, symmetrical masterpiece on card!

Comics   (8 yrs+)

Mangaka!

Japanese comic characters are everywhere, but where did this style come from and how does it differ from Western comics? Learn a brief history of Japanese manga, its impact on comics today, and gain insight into the techniques and processes that go into making them. Using traditional mediums such as ink dip pens for that classic manga style, take inspiration from artists who defined the artform: Osamu Tezuka, Takashi Nagasaki, Rumiko Takahashi, Katsuhiro Otomo, and more. Create a two-page mid-story sequence using your original characters, manga-style!

Pixelated

(Digital Arts 10 yrs+)

The Complete Package

From when you’re browsing in the shops to unboxing your purchase at home, good package design can make any product so much more exciting. Explore this varied field of graphic design with an eye-catching package for a product. Our Pixelated veterans can bring their toy design from the previous term to the next level with thematic packaging, while newcomers can design around a selection of examples. With logo design, typography, and illustrations, this project is the complete package!

Ceramic Fanatics

(Pottery-Ceramics 10 yrs+)

Sculpt & Serve

This term our Ceramic student-artists will learn how to combine form and function using a range of techniques to sculpt a fruity box with a lid, and a double dish chip’n’dip container. Start by designing your functional vessel, and then practice wheel-throwing until you achieve the desirable form. Use hand-building techniques to sculpt the details to perfect your ware. Create two highly-functional pieces to keep for life or create excellent personalised gifts.

Sculpture Culture

(Mixed-media 3D Design 10 yrs+)

Felted Figures

Create your own little world in the form of a tactile diorama box using merino wool. Design your needle-felted creature and its habitat, planning the composition and structure. Start by crafting a wire armature as the base for your creation, then you will explore a range of needle-felting know how such as dry and wet felting. Bring to life your own little companion full of personality!

Sketchbook Studies & Painting   (10 yrs+)

Portrait in Abstraction

Influential Russian sculptor Naum Gabo said that when an artist creates an artwork from life, they are creating a new reality. Every succeeding transformation of the image in the creative process creates another new reality. Take inspiration from his innovative artistic perspective and transform an image of yourself in a variety of artistic ways. Create a card model of yourself, abstracted, and transpose it into an acrylic painting. Use wonky gridding for a distorted ‘funhouse mirror’ portrait. Experiment with ways of seeing the image of yourself and create new realities.

Mentor Studio   (13 yrs+)

For art enthusiasts who are considering Art for GCSE, A-Levels, IGCSE or IB; or who simply enjoy being stretched artistically. Mentor Studio is open to any participants who want to strengthen their skill repertoire, build on their collection of portfolio-worthy artworks, or explore challenging themes through open-end self-enquiry guided closely by a mentor. Acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of art-form, techniques and styles used as we guide you through various artistic decision and pathways to artistic achievement.

Note: We also offer Architecture in Context Mentorship. Contact us for details.

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Sep-Oct 2025

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Sep-Oct 2025

SET OUT ON A NEW ARTISTIC ADVENTURE

Join us this season for an exciting journey through creativity and expression! From the imaginative world of toy design to the dynamic wire sculptures inspired by renowned artists, and collaborative landscapes project informed by Hockey, each workshop offers a unique opportunity to unleash your creativity. Whether you’re a budding artist or looking to refine your skills, our programmes will engage your imagination and encourage artistic growth. Let’s embark on this artistic adventure together!

To find out more about our Visual Arts Workshops, visit: 

https://colour-my-world.com/term-workshops-on/

ENROL NOW: Term starts from 1 Sep!

 

Explorer’s Art   (3 – 5 yrs)

Pop Toys

What can spark a child’s imagination better than toys!? Our little Explorers will get their first introduction to the design process, from drawing their initial concepts right through to making their own toys! Maybe one day they’ll invent the next Labubu! Dream up a whole bunch of fun collectable characters. We’ll first design, illustrate, and display our best character trading cards. Then we’ll take our character designs into production with a hilarious mix and match wooden block set!

Core Art   (5 – 10 yrs)

Hockney’s Landscapes

This upcoming year in Core Art we shall embark on a new outlook, where active engagement with a singular artist and their body of work kick-starts a conversation with our budding artists every term.

This Autumn term, we’ll be looking at David Hockney’s vivid natural landscapes, particularly Winter Timber (2009) and A Bigger Picture (2012). Inspired by his multiple screens approach, the first project puts a collaborative spin on depicting landscapes with miniature tin dioramas fashioned from paint, to stones, to dried lichen to build layers of 3D texture. We shall then record our peers’ works to render one large gridded landscape. Then, we’ll reconnect with the local landscape with acrylic paintings of the Wong Chuk Hang area, using a mixture of observational drawing and expressive colour to create a piece that feels larger than life!

Drawing Fundamentals   (6 – 8 yrs)

Birds of Colour

Nearly any piece of art begins with a drawing, whether it’s while coming up with ideas or making the base layer to a masterful painting! To start out this year of learning drawing as a crucial base-skill, we’ll be creating a watercolour pencil artwork inspired by 18th century artist, John James Audubon. Like Audubon, we’ll use a large variety of colours to make detailed depictions of birds in their natural (or un-natural) habitats!

Ready-Set-Draw   (8 yrs+)

Emphasis and Contrast

In this first term of Ready-Set-Draw, we’re starting out our journey through the 7 Principles of Art by learning about Emphasis and Contrast. We’ll look at how masters of both old and new have used these principles to their advantage, including master painter, Caravaggio, expert engraver, Gustave Dore, and comic book legend, Frank Miller. With one accent colour and the darkest ink available, participants will use pens and brushes to play with negative space in order to create a Miller-esque artwork that would grab the attention of just about anyone!

Comics   (8 yrs+)

The Art of Pacing

Unlock the art of comic storytelling as we hone our skills in paneling and dynamic narrative techniques. Begin your journey by crafting a simple four-panel story, then refine and expand it into six-panels. Through these iterative revisions, you’ll learn to control the rhythm of your narrative, experimenting with how each panel contributes to the pacing, timing, and overall flow of your story. In the final phase, transform your work into a compelling one-page comic with nine panels, showcasing your newfound skills.

Pixelated

(Digital Arts 10 yrs+)

Digital Toy Shop

The toys and collectables market is booming and it seems like there’s a new craze every month, but what will the next craze be? Take cues from a range of retro and modern sources to come up with your own immersive miniature playset designed in your choice of Photoshop or Procreate. Get to grips with spatial thinking to solve problems in the set’s construction and use your software’s technical drawing tools to illustrate diagrams that show its functions. Clever use of layers and duplicates will allow you to depict moving parts and removable pieces. Once you’re confident it’s a working design, pitch your idea with two convincing pieces of concept art, showing the interior and exterior of your set.

Ceramic Fanatics

(Pottery-Ceramics 10 yrs+)

It’s Game Time!

Start off a new term in Ceramics with a grand slam! Design and slab-build your own sports court plate with a miniature net or other sporty elements. Then complete the set as you get to grips with foundational pinching techniques to craft a ball-shaped cup with lid. Add a splash of colour with an underglaze and it’s game, set, match!

Sculpture Culture

(Mixed-media 3D Design 10 yrs+)

Dynamic Wire

Join us this term to explore gesture and movement with wire! Taking inspiration from Celia Smith, an artist renowned for her wire sculptures of birds in flight, you’ll shape dynamic poses in your own 3D sculpture that almost looks like a 2D sketch. By bending and manipulating wire, we’ll learn to capture poses to create a sculpture that brings a sequence of movements to life. Then, explore the contours of faces to create a sculptural self-portrait to convey personality and expression with wire. Discover that sculpture can be more than just static forms and give your pieces a sense of energy and movement.

Sketchbook Studies & Painting   (10 yrs+)

Cinematic Feelings

Taking inspiration from renowned Beijing-based artist Li Songsong’s techniques and subjects, we shall capture the feelings of two characters in a cinematic setting. Learn to paint with a palette knife while studying anatomy and figure drawing from photographic references reminiscent of a movie. Create an abstracted background, and paint figures over it. Portray the relationship of two vivid characters, taking reference from film stills. 

Mentor Studio   (13 yrs+)

For art enthusiasts who are considering Art for GCSE, A-Levels, IGCSE or IB; or who simply enjoy being stretched artistically. Mentor Studio is open to any participants who want to strengthen their skill repertoire, build on their collection of portfolio-worthy artworks, or explore challenging themes through open-end self-enquiry guided closely by a mentor. Acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of art-form, techniques and styles used as we guide you through various artistic decision and pathways to artistic achievement.

Note: We also offer Architecture in Context Mentorship. Contact us for details.

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin May-Jun 2025

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin May-Jun 2025

A PALETTE OF POSSIBILITIES

As things heat up in the studio for another tantalising term of workshops, you’ll see there are endless ways to tackle any creative subject! From the Futurist fashion design of Issey Miyake to the interchangeable outfit illustration of Helen Oxenbury. Will you get hands-on and craft a mixed media diorama, or go digital with a surreal interior scene? Whatever artistic path you’re on, we’ll surely have something for you!

To find out more about our Visual Arts Workshops, visit: 

https://colour-my-world.com/term-workshops-on/

ENROL NOW: Term starts from 3 May!
Existing students do NOT need to re-enrol.

 

Explorer’s Art   (3 – 5 yrs)

LEGENDARY!

Uncover the captivating legends from the age when gods and goddesses walked among mortals. Explore ancient myths to create your own Aegean-inspired works of art! Craft a Trojan Horse, reimagining this iconic symbol of cunning and bravery using an array of sturdy materials, from card sheets to wooden sticks. Then bring the Minotaur to life by designing and illustrating a striking paper mosaic collage, using construction pieces as your vibrant palette.

Core Art   (5 – 10 yrs)

Futura

Dive into the dynamic world of Futurism and Constructivism in our Futura workshop! Begin with a quick, conventional costume design exercise painted with watercolor brush pens and inspired by the signature costumes of popular literary characters like Little Red Riding Hood and Hercules. Then, unleash your creativity and spatial thinking by designing and creating a dress inspired by Futurist fashion designers like Issey Miyake, using textured, reflective, and corrugated paper worn by your painted mannequin to be taken home.

Drawing Fundamentals   (6 – 8 yrs)

Exquisite Persona

Learn the fundamentals of portraiture and figure drawing to render realistic faces and natural body proportions… then mix it all up! With the basics under your belt, show off your skills by designing, illustrating, and colouring three humanoid characters with watercolour brush pens. Finally, cut up your creations! Assemble the parts into a game of exquisite corpses originated from France where the faces, torsos and limbs are interchangeable, letting you mix and match a whole range of wacky characters.

Ready-Set-Draw   (8 yrs+)

Non-Verbal Storytelling

Can you make a picture tell a thousand words? Create a non-verbal comic vignette featuring your own character, a vibrant landscape, and a textured animal – touching upon all that was learned in the previous terms of Ready-Set-Draw. Weave together small panels and a striking “hero-panel” into a cohesive wordless story, inspired by references like Shaun Tan’s The Arrival. Finally, digitally colour and then print your hand-inked works to be featured alongside your original drawings.

Comics   (8 yrs+)

Comic Quest

Are you ready to bring your stories to life through the medium of comics? Embark on a creative adventure where storytelling meets artistry. Turn your ideas into a full-fledged two-page comic as you acquire basics in story structure and narrative. Gain insight into arranging your comic panels, learning about story flow, composition and readability. Then complete your comic with a captivating cover that showcases a sneak-peak of the story within. Get ready to unleash your creativity and bring your comic vision to life.

Ceramic Fanatics

(Pottery-Ceramics 10 yrs+)

Fundamentals Master Class

Learn to build three-dimensionally and excel in creation that takes form in art ware, figurines, sculpture, decorative and applied art objects. Acquire fundamental skills from pinching, coiling, slab to wheel-throwing, we shall experiment with new materials whilst utilising techniques of slip casting, clay modelling, and surface texturing.

NEW! Sculpture Culture

(Mixed-media 3D Design 10 yrs+)

Miniature Worlds

Immerse yourself in the art of mixed-media sculptural dioramas. Be inspired by model maker and set dresser Julieta La Valle and her work at Laika Studios, you will create miniature worlds that feel like you could step right into them! Experiment with diverse materials such as clay, fabric, construction paper, papier mâché and plaster – honing your skills in crafting, painting and assemblage. While brainstorming ideas and stories for your diorama, consider space and depth as you render perspective and environment drawings. Acquire composition principles to create balance and visual interest as you create a unique crafted 3D scene.

Pixelated

(Digital Arts 10 yrs+)

Dream of Reality

Delve into the dreamy imagery of Rene Magritte and his ability to make the ordinary and mundane feel uncanny and surreal! Advance your digital painting skills by adapting classical still-life techniques to the digital medium and create a selection of realistic object paintings. Then it’s time to take your newly painted subjects and make them strange. Take advantage of editing tools to distort your paintings with out-of-this world proportions, adding unexpected contexts in unfamiliar atmospheres, crossing the boundaries of reality and representation.

Sketchbook Studies & Painting   (10 yrs+)

Tactile Emo Portrait

Portraiture; a genre we are so familiar with in art history. Self-portrait; a category that was brought into vogue by phone selfies. This term, take the time and pay attention to your decisions to create a unique self-portrait, not only through the point of view and angle of the figure, but adding on decorative embroidery to a painted oval canvas that will make this multimedia outcome genuinely yours.

Mentor Studio   (13 yrs+)

For art enthusiasts who are considering Art for GCSE, A-Levels, IGCSE or IB; or who simply enjoy being stretched artistically. Mentor Studio is open to any participants who want to strengthen their skill repertoire, build on their collection of portfolio-worthy artworks, or explore challenging themes through open-end self-enquiry guided closely by a mentor. Acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of art-form, techniques and styles used as we guide you through various artistic decision and pathways to artistic achievement.

Architecture in Context   (13 yrs+)

Rendering technicalities with creativity, we explore architectural and interior spaces, with referenced imagery and floor plans of Hong Kong vibrant and historical landmarks to build a foundation of perspective, shape, space and form. Topics of investigation throughout the year range from Relocation, Restoration and Conversion, with rendition of a mix of architectural drawings, mood boards and illustrations; both conceptual and imaginative.

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Mar-Apr 2025

Colour My World Visual Arts E-Bulletin Mar-Apr 2025

SPRING INTO COLOUR

Spring into action with your paint brushes in hand! Embrace the vibrant spirit of spring through a diverse range of artistic explorations. From whimsical mobiles inspired by Miro to pixelated worlds and expressive watercolours, this term celebrates creativity and the awakening of nature. Join us to unleash your imagination and bring your colourful visions to life!

To find out more about our Visual Arts Workshops, visit: 

https://colour-my-world.com/term-workshops-on/

ENROL NOW: Term starts from 1 Mar!
Existing students do NOT need to re-enrol.

 

Explorer’s Art   (3 – 5 yrs)

Bold Dreams

Come create endearing art that captures the whimsical, inspired by Joan Miro’s The Garden (1925) and Paul Klee’s collotype print The Bridegroom’s Arrival (1933). Using Miro’s iconic biomorphic forms, enigmatic symbols and great labyrinths of colour that reflect his interest in dreams, we will create bold expressive characters and interesting shapes to decorate a one-of-a-kind mobile. We shall then paint and collage a Kleesque relief art of our own fantastical portraiture with kaleidoscopic hues contrasted against black lines and mixed media elements.

Core Art   (5 – 10 yrs)

Green Daze

Two American artists’ works will be the springboard for the duet outcomes of Green Daze. With spring awakening all living things, we shall delve deep into the fantastical world of nature and botany. Study the very distinctive and divergent visual languages in Jonas Wood’s series of tropical foliage and Mark Bradford’s Wild Wild West. We shall explore practical renderings of flowers and plants, emphasizing the use of found materials and texture in the first tactile project, transfiguring everyday materials into a hands-on layered assemblage. Then in the second project, utilise blocking and stylisation for a graphical gouache illustration.

Drawing Fundamentals   (6 – 8 yrs)

Canned Toons

We will learn about the essential principles to creating a fun and captivating product design! By studying the works of legendary cartoonists such as Aaron Blaise, Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, participants will learn the ins-and-outs to creating an emotive animal mascot for their fictional brand. Using core typography principles, acrylic paint and markers, they will then fashion a brand-name logo to be applied, along with their mascot, onto a physical object: a soda can!

Ready-Set-Draw   (8 yrs+)

Dynamic Composition

Discover the art of drawing objects by applying geometry and careful observation. Compile your best works into a dynamic, digitally-coloured composition inspired by the vivid and engaging pieces of contemporary artist Michael Craig-Martin.

Note: Students may be given an iPad with Procreate or a laptop with Photoshop to complete the digital colouring. Those with their own devices are encouraged to bring them in for the April month of classes.

Comics   (8 yrs+)

Mini Zines

Don’t wait to be a published author to start sharing your art and stories with the world. Instead jump into the art of creating your own mini zines! This term, learn about the history of zines and their purpose as a form of self-publishing. Come up with a theme you enjoy such as a zine all about personal experiences, music, the adventures of your own original character, or even foods and recipes! Fill your zine with a collage of comic strips, illustrations, and playful typography about your chosen theme. With the contents and layout complete, photocopy and assemble your zine for easy sharing with friends and family.

Ceramic Fanatics

(Pottery-Ceramics 10 yrs+)

Fundamentals Master Class

Learn to build three-dimensionally and excel in creation that takes form in art ware, figurines, sculpture, decorative and applied art objects. Acquire fundamental skills from pinching, coiling, slab to wheel-throwing, we shall experiment with new materials whilst utilising techniques of slip casting, clay modelling, and surface texturing.

NEW! Sculpture Culture

(Mixed-media 3D Design 10 yrs+)

Miniature Resin Figurines

Expand your repertoire of sculpting skill set this term as we dive into miniature figure moulding and resin casting. Learn the foundations of character design to come up with a 2D concept that you will then translate into 3D form. Go through the full process of creating miniature figures from building a wire maquette to detailed shaping with plasticine clay. Finally, learn to create silicone moulds of your plasticine maquettes – with that mould you will be able to create copies of your miniature figurine by using resin in a variety of colours for multiple interesting outcomes.

Pixelated

(Digital Arts 10 yrs+)

World of Pixels

Bring an imaginary world to life! From a cosy valley farm for you and your animals, to a jungle fortress for your monster pals, the possibilities are endless. We’ll combine worldbuilding techniques with pixel art to create a coherent world from the ground up; landscapes, buildings, all the way to the inhabitants. Newcomers can tackle the project in a retro, minimalist 8-bit style, while our Pixelated veterans can take on the role of a modern indie game developer.

Sketchbook Studies & Painting   (10 yrs+)

Objects in Watercolour

Master the essential techniques of watercolour painting and the art of object composition. Dive into the world of still life as you learn to arrange and photograph your creations. Design your still life using a captivating colour scheme, like split-complementary or triadic. Finally, bring your vision to life by painting an original large-scale watercolour artwork from your photograph.

Mentor Studio   (13 yrs+)

For art enthusiasts who are considering Art for GCSE, A-Levels, IGCSE or IB; or who simply enjoy being stretched artistically. Mentor Studio is open to any participants who want to strengthen their skill repertoire, build on their collection of portfolio-worthy artworks, or explore challenging themes through open-end self-enquiry guided closely by a mentor. Acquire in-depth knowledge and understanding of art-form, techniques and styles used as we guide you through various artistic decision and pathways to artistic achievement.

Architecture in Context   (13 yrs+)

Rendering technicalities with creativity, we explore architectural and interior spaces, with referenced imagery and floor plans of Hong Kong vibrant and historical landmarks to build a foundation of perspective, shape, space and form. Topics of investigation throughout the year range from Relocation, Restoration and Conversion, with rendition of a mix of architectural drawings, mood boards and illustrations; both conceptual and imaginative.