VANS in Residence at AGNS
VANS is happy to announce thatKatie Belcher is the VANS in Residence artist for the inaugural program at AGNS Western Branch in YarmouthApril 10, 2010 – May 8, 2010
The AGNS Western Branch is to partnering with Visual Arts Nova Scotia as the host organization for the VANS in Residence pilot program.
Belcher will be in Yarmouth for four weeks, providing her with an extended period of time to focus on the development and production of new work and at the same time to engage local youth through a range of workshops, presentations, and activities. These elements will come together to create a dynamic environment for learning and creation in the 3rd floor Community Room of the AGNS Western Branch in Yarmouth. Click here to read more.
Watch for more about the project once it’s underway this Spring!
Next Deadline for Schools to Apply for PAINTS Projects is Saturday January 30th
For projects taking place from Febraury 22 to the end of the school year.
application form & guidelines.
Above: Sculptures made by students at Colby Village Elementary with artist Patti Vaison.
Above: Detail from a mural made by students at Sir Charles Tupper School led by artist Tara Grude.
PAINTS (Professional Artists in the Schools) is a program that helps schools throughout Nova Scotia to bring professional artists into their classrooms. Artists may be members of both Visual Arts Nova Scotia (VANS) and the Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council (NSDCC). more details here...
Here on our website you'll find all the information you need to get involved. So take a look around, and call or write with any questions.
