Visual Arts Brampton
Wiggle into a world of colorful sculpture fun! In this playful, hands-on workshop, young artists will bring their very own adorable Caterpillar Sculpture to life using colour and Model Magic.
Whether your caterpillar is polka-dotted, rainbow-striped, or extra wiggly, this workshop is packed with creativity, self-expression, and fun.
In celebration of our 40th anniversary, participants will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one (1) $40 Visual Arts Brampton gift card. Participants must be physically present to be entered into and win the raffle.
Advanced registration is required. Registration will close one day before the start of the workshop, or once capacity has been reached.
There is a limit of 3 tickets per family to ensure as many families as possible are able to participate.
Details & Registration
Ages: 4-12
Date: Sunday, January 24, 2027
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Price: Free
Materials: Included
Skill Level: Beginner
What Students will Learn
- Fine motor skills for mixing colours of choice
- Learning simple techniques for shaping pieces
- Finishing details make this an adorable takeaway project
About the InstructorS
Colleen Dee, BFA
Colleen is a lover of all creative arts. She earned her BFA degree in Montreal, Quebec, and had a corporate career as a graphic designer, creative director and marketing manager. After that phase she travelled, lived and worked in Vietnam and Cambodia for a number of years teaching English and art to children and adults in the profit and nonprofit sectors.
Well versed in many art mediums including papermaking, sculpting, printmaking drawing, painting and photo-art. "I love creative expression in so many art forms. I particularly enjoy experimenting with mix-media and using different materials and techniques to create an aesthetic piece whether it has a purpose or not." After returning to Canada she continues to engross herself teaching art and workshops to a variety of age groups.
Diana Spencer
Diana enjoys working with children and youth within various settings. She graduated with honors from Sheridan College Social Service Worker Program. She combines her artistic knowledge with social concepts to build a strength-based environment for children to grow.