School Visits

School Programs and Resources for Students and Teachers

We offer a wide variety of services that will enhance any level of art education.

School Tours

School Tours of our current exhibitions, for 10 or more students of any age, can be booked at any time. A three –week advance booking is requested. David Huff Manager of Public Programs (519) 376-1932 ext 222 or dhuff@e-owensound.com.

Education Programs for School and Groups PDF Brouchure (2MB)

The Tom Thomson Tour is an interactive discussion about Tom Thomson, the pioneering Canadian artist for whom our Gallery is named. Students will explore his life story and his importance to Canadian Art. A Gallery Guide will assist students in their exploration of the original paintings on display, and discuss the materials and techniques used to create these artworks.

The Current Exhibitions Tour explores What’s On Now. There is always something new to explore as our exhibitions change every 8 to10 weeks. Following independent exploration of the current exhibition, a trained Art Educator will lead a guided group discussion of significant works on view, investigating the artists’ ideas, techniques and social context. The Tour explores issues related to the basic elements of design, the process of seeing and critical thinking as defined by the Ontario Curriculum for the Visual Arts.

The Importance of Art Tour is a general introduction to the Gallery, its Programs, and its role in the community. Students will have a chance to explore the main galleries and exhibitions as well as some areas not open to the general public. This tour can be booked any time during the year and takes approximately one hour.

Tour and Studio Program is a day-long program, during which students will tour the current exhibitions and then take part in a hands-on studio activity, taught by a professional artist. Various projects are available.

Contact the Education Department at the Gallery for full details, date availability and to learn about what programs are best suited for your group.

This program is sponsored in part with funds from BRUCE POWER

In-Class Presentations

In-Class Presentations are made in the school and can include a variety of art presentations, including talks on Tom Thomson, The Group of Seven, regional artists, on general art appreciation and looking skills or on colour and the optical illusions that can happen when mixing colour. Travel costs must be covered by the school.

There is set no charge for a school tour or in-class presentation, but donations are aways gratefully accepted. To book a tour or in-class presentation, or If you have any questions, please contact David Huff, Manager of Public Programs at (519) 376-1932 ext 222 or dhuff@e-owensound.com.

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