12:30pm

The art of painting on ceramic tiles originated in 15th century Portugal and traveled to India when the Portuguese settled in Goa, a region bordering the Arabian Sea. Known as Azulejo tiles, they are still created today. Work with artist Katja Johnson to design and paint a tile series and mug using special paint markers. Additional $10 materials fee. 

2:15pm

Have you ever wondered if you can tell a story without saying a word out loud? Explore the footwork, expressions and hand gestures of a centuries old South Indian dance form to tell stories from India and beyond. Join Twin Cities Bharatanatyam teaching artist Suchi Sairam, founder of Kala Vandanam, to learn this cultural dance form, along with the allied art konnakkol (vocal percussion) and Indian folk arts like kolam (floor painting) and mala (garland making).

For ages 6 – 8.

12:30pm

Have you ever wondered if you can tell a story without saying a word out loud? Explore the footwork, expressions and hand gestures of a centuries old South Indian dance form to tell stories from India and beyond. Join Twin Cities Bharatanatyam teaching artist Suchi Sairam, founder of Kala Vandanam, to learn this cultural dance form, along with the allied art konnakkol (vocal percussion) and Indian folk arts like kolam (floor painting) and mala (garland making).

2:15pm

The art of painting on ceramic tiles originated in 15th century Portugal and traveled to India when the Portuguese settled in Goa, a region bordering the Arabian Sea. Known as Azulejo tiles, they are still created today. Work with artist Katja Johnson to design and paint a tile series and mug using special paint markers. Additional $10 materials fee.

For ages 9-12.

12:30pm

Artist Julie Boada tells stories from the Panchatantra, the oldest collection of Indian short stories. Each story teaches an important life lesson through animal fables. Create a miniature or toy theater, characters, and props to retell your favorite story from the Panchatantra.

2:15pm

Artist Shakun Maheshwari introduces you to India through art, dance, and story. Learn about traditional Indian dress, foods, celebrations and more. Then plan and create a colorful rangoli art work that incorporates traditional patterns and design

For ages 9-12.

12:30pm

Artist Gustavo Boada tells stories from the Panchatantra, the oldest collection of Indianshort stories. Each story teaches an important lifelesson through animal fables. Create a miniature or toy theater, characters, and props to retell your favorite story from the Panchatantra.

2:15pm

Chess is perhaps India’s oldest and most loved indoor board game. Work with artist Jeanette Dickinson to design and create your own chess board and tokens based on the amazing wildlife and ocean life of southern India using sculpy, paints, mylars, and more. On the last day play a chess game with your classmates!

For ages 9-12.

12:30pm

Artist Shakun Maheshwari introduces you to India through art, dance, and story. Learn about traditional Indian dress, foods, celebrations and more. Then plan and create a colorful rangoli art work that incorporates traditional patterns and designs.

2:15pm

Artist Julie Boada tells stories from the Panchatantra, the oldest collection of Indian short stories. Each story teaches an important life lesson through animal fables. Create a miniature or toy theater, characters, and props to retell your favorite story from the Panchatantra.

For ages 6 – 8.

12:30pm

Chess is perhaps India’s oldest and most loved indoor board game. Work with artist Jeanette Dickinson to design and create your own chess board and tokens based on the amazing wildlife and ocean life of southern India using sculpy, paints, mylars, and more. On the last day play a chess game with your classmates!

2:15pm

Artist Gustavo Boada tells stories from the Panchatantra, the oldest collection of Indian short stories. Each story teaches an important life lesson through animal fables. Create a miniature or toy theater, characters, and props to retell your favorite story from the Panchatantra.

For ages 6 – 8.

A Start With the Arts meets daily Monday-Friday and offers 4-5 year-olds the opportunity to work with an art educator  to explore the art, culture and wildlife of India through movement, drama, art making and other hands-on activities. The program for pre-schoolers parallels the school-age program in theme and content.

 For ages 4 – 5.

8:30am

The Taj Mahal, known as one of the “Seven Wonders of the World," the Red Fort of Agra, as well as the Golden Temple, and Qutub Minar are all grand examples of the Mughal empire which ruled India for 200 years. Work with artist Laurie Witzkowski to unlock the wonders of these structures. Then design and construct a modern building incorporating your own ideas and unique elements from these buildings.

10:15am

Elephants are not only a cultural icon in India and throughout Asia,they also help to maintain the integrity of the forest and grassland habitats. Learn about the environmental challenges Asian elephants face and what the people of India are doing about it. Work with artist Lisa Himmelstrup to create a clay sculpture, a container, and small amulet incorporating images of the Asian elephant. Additional $10 material fee.

For ages 9-12.