Artful Stars - Art School

Hello, welcome to Artful Stars, creative art sessions for children aged 3-12, held in my home in Greetland, Halifax.
My name is Julie and I trained as a primary school teacher at St Martin's College, Lancaster, along with studying a BA in art and design. I now work as a freelance mixed media and mural artist.
I wanted to start the art sessions for children as I believe that art is an important part of a child's development. Here at Artful Stars we offer children the opportunity to release their artistic talents and stretch their imagination in a friendly, exciting, safe and fun environment.
The sessions aim to be challenging and informative. Each child receives a comprehensive art education that promotes creative knowledge and skills they can use in the future, all whilst having lots of fun!
Each half term our work is based on the works of a different artist, craftsperson or designer, some famous and some not so well known but equally as skilled. All artists are great role models of people who think differently. Through hands on experimentation and discussion the children become familiar with other artists' styles and techniques. This encourages them to develop their own style, and by looking at art critically they gain appreciation for all art in general. By helping them create their own masterpieces the children gain confidence and come to realise that their art is great too! This confidence then spreads to other areas of their lives, in and out of the classroom.
During the sessions the children use various materials, methods and tools to experience drawing, painting, printing, collage, textiles, and 3-D projects. This includes exploring outdoor art also, in a secure garden, in all seasons! Great fun!
Please contact me if you would like further information or would like to book a place.
Sessions for R - Year 8
Mondays 3.45-5.15pm
Wednesdays 3.45-5.15pm, 6.30-8pm
Fridays 3.45-5.15pm
£7.50 pre session

Pre-school drop off session starting in September,
Wednesdays 10-11am. This will only be a small group so please book early.
£6 per session.