
Art Explorers, after school art enrichment program, in downtown Franklin.
Children from age 7 through 14 will experiment with painting,
sculpting, card making and other art experiences at Artbeat the
Creativity Store on Summer Street.
The objective is to “make art for the fun of it, “ says program
leader Claire Griffin who is a practicing artist in Franklin. “That’s
the best way to discover what you like, without the pressure of having
to earn grades.”
Unlike an art class that focuses on learning a specific skill, Art
Explorers gives students a chance to play with materials they may not
have tried before, such as gyotaku (Japanese fish printing),
SUMINAGASHI (paper marbling) and paper making. Students will also
learn how to keep an art journal using the materials they create in
class along with their own sketches and writing.
The program is led by Franklin artist Claire Griffin, who holds a BFA
from Mass College of Art. Griffin is the founder of Griffin Ink and a
member of the Franklin Art Association and the Franklin Cultural
Council.
Children not ready or able to join up for a class will be able to
explore mosaics, sand painting, and other art projects at their
leisure in the adjacent walk-in studio.
About the teacher:
Thursdays, January 14 through March 25, 2009
(10 weeks – no classes during February Vacation week)
3:30 to 5:30, includes a healthy afternoon snack to assist with the transition from school
Winter Session (1 day per week)
Thursdays only 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4,3/11, 3/18, 3/25
Cost $250
Walk-In
You can drop in to each session without reservation, as space permits. Cost is $35 per session.