Location : MOA Art Studios – MOA Art Kids 895 Dom Mills Rd. Toronto, Ontario M3C 1W3 CANADA
The specialized workshops at MOA Art Kids are thoughtfully designed to immerse young artists in multiple disciplines across the art and design industry, offering a glimpse into a variety of creative professions. Each workshop introduces the core principles and practical applications of real-world careers in fields such as architecture, design, and film production.
Our workshops are tailored to actively engage young artists by sparking curiosity about existing creative roles and helping them explore the fundamental aspects of jobs they’re passionate about. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on, interactive activities, these workshops provide a dynamic and enriching experience that combines fun with learning.
Young artists will gain professional insights and develop specific skills relevant to their interests. They’ll have the opportunity to experiment with materials, techniques, and tools that are integral to the chosen field, helping them build a solid foundation of industry knowledge.
The specialized workshops not only equip students with unique skills and expertise but also serve as a stepping stone toward future academic achievements and professional success. By offering valuable experience in a range of creative domains, MOA Art Kids inspires confidence and guides young talent toward realizing their full potential in the arts and design industries.
Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $288.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
Get ready to design like an architect and think like an engineer! In this engaging 8-week program, young learners will explore the exciting world of architecture and engineering through hands-on projects. Students will learn to create concept designs for a single-family house and a commercial complex. From analyzing the environment and functionality to designing structures and landscapes, this course introduces drafting, drawing, and rendering techniques to bring ideas to life. By exploring materials, structural elements, and aesthetics, students will develop skills to design sustainable, functional, and visually appealing spaces.
This course will cover the basics of architectural and engineering design, key concepts of functionality, space planning, and context analysis, drafting techniques, including sketching, floor plans, and cross-sections, understanding of building materials and structural design, landscape designs, and presentation boards.
The Architecture & Engineering course is designed to spark creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while providing a foundational understanding of architecture and engineering principles. Students will walk away with completed projects, a portfolio of their work, and an appreciation for the built environment!
Materials Needed
Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $288.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
This fun and interactive 8-week art course is designed for aspiring young interior designers eager to explore their creativity and bring their imaginative interior spaces to life! Students will learn to design beautiful, functional, and original interiors for residential, commercial, or fantasy spaces. They will explore essential interior design concepts, including space planning, color theory, material selection, light and mood creation. Through hands-on projects, students will learn to draw interior sketches, elevations, create perspective views, and develop detailed furniture designs. By the end of the course, they will present a fully developed interior design project complete with mood boards, sketches, and a clear vision that wows their audience.
This course will cover basic principles of interior design and space planning, color theory and its application in interior design, drawing, sketching, and perspective views, selection and combination of materials, furniture, and decorations, material mood board design and presentation.
By the end of the Interior Design program, participants will have a fully realized design project, progressing from initial sketches to a polished, colored presentation board showcasing their vision for interior spaces. This project will reflect their unique artistic style and personal choices in color schemes, design elements, lighting, and materials. Students will gain the skills and confidence to create a professional-quality presentation they can take pride in, highlighting their creativity and attention to detail.
Materials Needed
Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $288.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
Dive into the exciting world of concept design and illustration in this immersive 8-week course! Tailored for young artists eager to bring their ideas to life, this course explores the fundamentals of designing characters, environments, and props for storytelling, games, and animation.
Under the guidance of experienced industry professionals, students will learn key design principles, develop creative workflows, and master techniques for digital and traditional media. The course emphasizes brainstorming, iteration, and presentation skills, helping students craft compelling concepts with professional-level polish.
The course work will include Introduction to Concept Design and development, Fundamentals of Shape Language, Anatomy Basics for Character Design, Introduction to Color and Lighting, Environment Design Essentials, Rendering Textures and Materials, Storytelling Through Composition, Environment Design, Portfolio Assembly and Presentation.
By the end of the program, participants will have a portfolio of completed projects showcasing their unique creative voice, preparing them for advanced studies or career opportunities in art and design.
Materials Needed
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Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $320.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
Step into the captivating world of animation with this comprehensive 8-week course designed for aspiring animators. From understanding the principles of movement to creating impressive animations, students will learn the essential techniques needed to bring their ideas to life.
Guided by professional animators, this course covers traditional and digital animation methods, focusing on character movement, timing, storytelling, and industry-standard workflows. Students will explore key animation software, develop storyboards, and create short animated sequences.
This course will cover Principles of Animation, Storyboarding Basics, Character Movement, Expressions and Lip Syncing, Working with Props and Effects, Timing, Spacing, and Project Development.
By the end of this animation course, participants will have a solid understanding of animation fundamentals, a portfolio of completed projects, and the tools to take their animation skills to the next level.
Materials Needed
Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $320.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
Dive into the art of visual storytelling with this 8-week course designed for aspiring storyboard artists. Learn how to transform scripts and ideas into compelling visual narratives that captivate audiences and communicate the director’s vision. Guided by experienced industry professionals, this course covers the essentials of storyboarding for film, animation, and gaming.
Students will explore in detail the principals of visual storytelling and narrative structure, script analysis, shot composition, camera angles, perspectives, and focal points, character staging, logical and emotional flow in a sequence, timing and pacing and sequential storytelling. Through hands-on exercises and real-world projects, participants will create storyboards that effectively convey emotion, movement, and timing.
By the end of the course, students will have a strong understanding of storyboard design principles, a portfolio of completed storyboards, and the confidence to pursue opportunities in animation studios, film production, or game design.
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Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $288.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
Unlock your creative potential and build a strong foundation in graphic design with this comprehensive 8-week course. Designed for beginner and aspiring graphic designers, this course covers the core principles of visual communication, composition, and typography, while also teaching industry-standard software skills.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign), exploring design for branding, marketing, digital media, and print. Through project-based learning, students will create compelling logos, advertisements, social media graphics, and more.
This course will cover Principles of Design, Typography Fundamentals, Branding and Identity Design, Working with Adobe Illustrator, Digital Image Editing with Adobe Photoshop, Layout and Print Design with Adobe InDesign, Marketing and Social Media Graphics, Packaging Design, and Motion Graphics Basics.
By the end of the graphic design workshop, students will have a polished portfolio showcasing their design skills, a solid understanding of design principles, and the confidence to pursue opportunities in the creative industry.
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Age Group: 8+ (adjustable based on skill level)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Fee: $288.00
Class Frequency: Weekly (2 hours per session)
If you dream of designing stunning outfits, experimenting with fabric combinations, and adding dazzling details, The Fashion Designer course at MOA Art Kids is your perfect starting point! This creative and engaging program introduces kids to the exciting world of fashion, clothing, and accessory design.
Students will explore the fundamental principals of fashion design, including color theory, fabric combinations, and an overview of historical fashion trends and their evolution. They’ll learn to sketch stylized models, understand human proportions, and create harmonious and expressive designs.
Through hands-on projects, students will experiment with shapes, textures, and materials, translating their ideas into visual masterpieces.
The fashion design workshop provides the essential drawing and design skills every budding fashion designer needs to bring their unique vision to life, with personalized guidance to help develop their artistic style.
Materials Needed
Age Group: all ages
Duration: 4 Weeks
Fee: $145.00 (materials are included)
Class Frequency: Weekly (1 hour per session)
Let your imagination soar as you create stunning 3D art! This engaging and hands-on sculpting course for beginners introduces kids to the art of clay modeling under the expert guidance of a professional sculptor.
Students will explore the fundamentals of working with clay, including essential tools, different types of clay, and foundational techniques to shape figures, functional objects, and imaginative sculptures. Along the way, students will learn key aspects of material handling, shape design, and clay modeling. Young artists will complete their creations by adding decorative details, textures, and vibrant paint, transforming their sculptures into unique masterpieces.
This course goes beyond creativity by fostering analytical and critical thinking. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of form, three-dimensional construction, the relationship between shapes, and material interaction. It’s perfect for curious young minds eager to build confidence, express themselves, and gain valuable sculpting and modeling skills in a fun, supportive environment.
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Ignite your child’s creativity and set the stage for their future success. Enroll now and watch them craft the career of their dreams!
