GACL KIDS AT GASWORKS ART STIDIOS, ALBERT PARK

GACLKids is an art and culture program proudly presented by the Greek Australian Cultural League. Primary school aged children of all nationalities are welcome to participate as it is not a language program, but rather one that aims to provide opportunities for all children to explore the wonders of Greek history, art and culture in fun and creative ways. 

The program first commenced during the onset of Covid as a great way for children to meet and share their work with other children, nation-wide, in a safe secure platform, in the comfort of their own home.  An experienced art teacher facilitated the program online in ‘real-time’ using Zoom and all activities were designed to work well in the home environment using easily sourced materials.

Our first GACLKIDS ambassador had this to say about her experience-
As I logged on the first art class session a feeling of joy and excitement filled me. We were making Ancient Greek horses and I love learning facts about Ancient Greece. It was time to start making my horse and I chose to do the Trojan horse because it had a lot of history. The next day probably even more excited than the last, I hopped on to the class and was ready, knowing that this session was going to be a blast and of course it was. We were learning about the different ancient Greek pots and what they were used for. Last but certainly not least was the last day of dot painting. I love dot paintings because there is so much detail in the little dots. We were looking at a painting and I realised that it was made of dots. I really enjoyed doing the Greek Island scene and using materials that have a circular shape. There were also some fun facts that I learned and they are always so interesting. I really hope that I do something like that again. - (Zoe Hatzis Age 10)

To view the next GACLKIDS program and to register your interest, please visit www.gacl.com.au

Children who participate can also join in the GACLKIDS CLUB, an online gallery of creative works and blog especially made for children, by children.

Vasy Petros

GACLKids

Program Facilitator

A Greek Australian Cultural League initiative

For more details visit gacl.com.au and click on GACL KIDS 2021

Enquiries: infogaclm@gmail.com

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