WELCOME BACK
We’re excited to resume ‘in person’ hours with the appropriate social distancing practices as recommended by the PA Department of Health in Green Phase. To safeguard your health and the health of others, please read our updated policies.
Please note, due to social distancing guidelines, class sizes have been reduced and pre-registration online or by phone (724.652.2882) is now required. No walk-ins will be accepted.
Acting
Art Exploration
Time travel with Mr. Bob through the evolution of American art! Projects will range from the handiwork of native peoples through the advent of the Abstract Expressionist movement of the 20th Century and beyond. Weekly lessons include a brief history of each movement for context. All supplies are included. Great class for homeschoolers and other remote learners! All supplies included. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students.
5 Saturdays, 11 am - 12:30 pm
Students will find inspiration for their creativity by examining great art movements in history from the Renaissance (Leonardo DaVinci) to Modern Art (Sonia Delaunay). Students will also get an opportunity to develop their skills in a variety of art mediums from painting and drawing to oil pastels and collage. All supplies are included. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students.
Matisse, Paper Collage, February 20: During this one-day workshop, students will become familiar with the works of Henri Matisse and the concept of non-representational art as they create their own cut paper collages in the style of the featured artist. All supplies included.
Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students. Ages 5 - 10. Non-members: $35/Members: $20.
Georgia O’Keeffe, Pastels, February 27: Students will think big in this fun one-day workshop as they learn about the style of the featured artist, as well as perspective and color blending. All supplies included. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students. Ages 5 - 10. Non-members: $35/Members: $20.
Romer Britto, Markers, March 6: Pop Art, line, pattern, and color are the themes of this workshop. Students will create cat images, using all of these themes, in the style of the featured artist. All supplies included.
Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students. Ages 5 - 10. Non-members: $35/Members: $20.
Ceramics
8 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am
Hand-building is like playing in the mud – only better! Learn how to create bowls, mugs, lanterns, masks, plates, animals, boxes and more!. Dress for play. All materials included. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students.
Drawing
8 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am
Whether you want to draw animals, portraits or superheroes - or experiment with charcoal, colored pencils or watercolors - this course is for you! Instructor Richard DiGia will provide individual instruction according to each student’s interest to gain most from the experience. Offered in four and eight week increments. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 6 students.
4 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am
Whether you want to draw animals, portraits or superheroes - or experiment with charcoal, colored pencils or watercolors - this course is for you! Instructor Richard DiGia will provide individual instruction according to each student’s interest to gain most from the experience. Offered in four and eight week increments. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 6 students.
4 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am
Whether you want to draw animals, portraits or superheroes - or experiment with charcoal, colored pencils or watercolors - this course is for you! Instructor Richard DiGia will provide individual instruction according to each student’s interest to gain most from the experience. Offered in four and eight week increments. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 6 students.
Music
8 Tuesdays, by half-hour appointment
Whether your child is just beginning or seeking to advance his/her skills, each ½ hour private lesson is tailored to the student’s individual abilities. Information on rentals and appropriately sized instruments is available. Options to add additional individual and group lessons available.
Saturdays, by half-hour appointment
Enjoy 1:1 piano instruction with Kevin Danielson! Whether you are just beginning or have been playing for a while, each ½ hour lesson will be tailored to your individual needs. Ages 10+. Appointments begin at 10:30 am. Last appointment at 3:30 pm.
8 Saturdays, by half-hour appointment
Join teacher Kevin Danielson for 1:1 piano instruction for beginners, as well as those wanting to improve their musical talents. Each one-half hour lesson, tailored to the student’s individual level, will build on skills. Ages 10+. Appointments begin at 10:30 am. Last appointment at 3:30 pm., Piano: $160 Non-members | $130 Members
2 Tuesdays, 6:30-7:15
Reinforce private lessons by learning to play with others! This course is designed to help existing students listen, respond and perform as a team. Lessons will end with a recital for families.
Painting
Join the Hoyt’s own Miss Paige to learn the ins and outs of acrylic painting by creating a winter landscape. All materials, including paints, brushes, and canvas board are provided. Capacity: 10 students. Minimum: 5 students.
Videography
8 Thursdays, 6-8 pm
Even if you have little to no knowledge of video production, you can learn how to create a film! Explore the four stages of creating a film - developmental, pre-production, production, and post production - while learning how to operate a camera and more! Additional studio use may be available outside of class. Bring a notebook and flash drive to save your work! Capacity: 8. Minimum: 6.
8 Saturdays, 10-11:30 am
Claymation is essentially stop motion animation using clay to create your characters and develop your storyline. Professional filmmaker, Tom Stoops, will lead students through the process of developing a character and storyline, the use of green screens, cameras, and editing. At the end of the course, the students will have a finished ‘short’ to share! Capacity: 8. Minimum: 6.
More Opportunities For Kids
- Creative Play (Ages 3-7)
- Arts’ Club (Ages 3-16)
- After School Arts (Grades 3-6)
Scholarships
Full and partial scholarships are available to families demonstrating financial need. Contact us at 724.652.2882 for more information. Download scholarship application.