DISCOVER
Created by the Students of Paradise Art 2006
painted ceramic

Discovery can be bringing together elements in a way which reveals a new way of looking at things.  It can be doubting conventions.  It can be creation.  Discovery is something that we all can achieve, we just use different materials and means to do it. The intent of this sculpture was to create a public work of art - one intended not for a coffee table, but for all the world to enjoy.  Public art is a risky business.  Even Winnipeg has had its share of Tilted Arc controversies.  But Discover is more than a sculpture: it is an installation which is site-specific and represents 19 years of asking challenging questions, trying different approaches, making changes and growing as artists.  The challenge for us is to never repeat the same project twice.  The key which we teach our students is to always remain positive and self-confident.  Even when you aren't sure exactly what the final product will be.  Although you have to focus on the task at hand, a part of you has to stay open to the unexpected. At Paradise Art, each student is unique, and each takes a different approach to discovery.  Hopefully, gazing at this work of art will give them that 'Eureka' moment. 

Since 1993 ParadiseFound art & design has offered instruction in drawing, painting and ceramic sculpture.  Classes include beginner, intermediate and advanced levels.  All classes have limited enrollment to permit personalized instruction and give each student a sense of direction in their work. Kids deserve more than arts & crafts - so we developed a program which gives them the opportunity to explore a variety of real art media in a creative setting.  We encourage children to learn, exercise their imaginations and have fun through challenging yet age-appropriate concepts.

Our Fall & Winter Classes in Drawing, Painting & Sculpture are 28 weeks in duration running from September to May.  Programs for Children ages 6 - 11 are 1-1/2 hours in length, and focus on the fundamentals of art. The Advanced Program is 2 hours in length and challenges children ages 8 - 11 with more complex concepts.  Members of the Teen Art Program focus on observation and composition skills while developing ideas according to personal interests.

Each Spring we offer a 7 week Drawing, Painting & Making Program for ages 6 - 12. 
Classes take place after school and Saturdays and give students the opportunity to try a variety of art media and techniques.

Art Camp is Winnipeg's premier Summer art program.  Our week-long full-day programs are intended for children ages 6 - 14 who love art.  Take advantage of Summer and get inspired by a variety of artistic opportunities.

We also have Club Paradise, our Summer Art Intensive and Art At the Lake, a world-class camp experience at Lake of the Woods. Summer programs will kindle your child's creative spirit and spark their artistic passion.

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