by Mary Hay | Jan 25, 2016 | News
The after school (and lunch hour) Artmania program provides opportunity for learning important life skills. The art program this term begins with the creation of a Sculptural Painting. Students will learn color theory, layering and spatial modeling to create their own...
by Mary Hay | Jan 4, 2016 | News
Artmania offers fun and exciting art classes for children and adults making it the perfect choice for your next party. Our Studio in the heart of West Vancouver’s beautiful Dundarave Village provides a wonderfully creative setting. But, if you choose, we will bring...
by Mary Hay | Dec 14, 2015 | News
Most of us accept art as a form of personal expression without really understanding the influence personal expression has on our wellbeing. Yes, we understand that “drawing is important to intellectual and emotional maturity,” (Bob Steele 1997), but the skills linked...
by Mary Hay | Nov 30, 2015 | News
As I continue to unravel the multitude of skills that can be developed through an enriching art program, I refer back to a previous blog where I ended with the statement, “The making of art facilitates the development of many skills because it requires many skills,...
by Mary Hay | Nov 23, 2015 | News
Creativity can be fostered in a way that is beneficial for physical health and development. The image above is a cluster of words describing the skills (mostly related to physical health) that are gained and improved on through the teaching of art. The arts, when used...
by Mary Hay | Nov 16, 2015 | News
Art is not just child’s play. A daily dose of art (in any form) will keep your body healthy, mind strong, and your brain growing! Imagine that! Engaging in art (as play, without judgment) is crucial for a healthy and fulfilling life throughout our life span (Dr....
