Find out what interests you the most.

GAAC Discovery Program helps you find which art or design field suits you the best. Designed for grades 7-10, students explore various art and design disciplines to discover their talents and interests. Through studio projects and individualized instruction, students will gain a deeper understanding of various visual art and design disciplines and start a journey to self-discovery.

Weekly Studio Program

Tuesday | 4:00-6:00PM

Wednesday | 4:00-6:00PM

Saturday | 10:00AM-12:00PM

Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques and explore a variety of 2D mediums and tools. You will be introduced to basic painting and drawing techniques and mediums, including coloured pencils, watercolour, acrylic, markers and more. Develop the skills necessary to explore imaginary and observational projects. This class is a perfect intro class for those students interested in advanced painting, illustration and animation.

Please note that there is an additional $10 material fee for this course already add in the course fee.

Weekly Studio Program

Friday | 4:00-6:00PM

Sunday | 10AM-12PM

Learn how to draw and design characters following manga, anime, and graphic novel art styles as well as how to implement them into illustrations and stories following manga, comic, and graphic novel formats. Students will explore aspects that build up characters in various anime art styles such as facial features, physique proportions, moods, and fashions combined with personalities. This class is ideal for those students interested in learning about manga and anime focused art styles whether they are long time  or new fans.

Please note that there is an additional $10 material fee for this course already add in the course fee.

Weekly Studio Program

Tuesday | 4:00-6:00PM

Thursday | 4:00-6:00PM

Sunday | 10:00AM-12:00PM

Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques and explore a variety of 2D mediums and tools. You will be introduced to basic painting and drawing techniques and mediums, including coloured pencils, watercolour, acrylic, markers and more. Develop the skills necessary to explore imaginary and observational projects. This class is a perfect intro class for those students interested in advanced painting and illustration.

Please note that there is an additional $10 material fee for this course already add in the course fee.

Weekly Studio Program

Thursday | 4:00-6:00PM

Learn how to draw and design characters following manga, anime, and graphic novel art styles as well as how to implement them into illustrations and stories following manga, comic, and graphic novel formats. Students will explore aspects that build up characters in various anime art styles such as facial features, physique proportions, moods, and fashions combined with personalities. This class is ideal for those students interested in learning about manga and anime focused art styles whether they are long time  or new fans.

Please note that there is an additional $10 material fee for this course already add in the course fee.

Musicworks & GAAC Collaborate Camp: July 15-Aug 9 from 9:00AM-4:00PM

9:00AM-12:00PM: Elevate Your talents with fun music lessons in the morning. Students will master various instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Ukulele, Vocal, and Drums. Experience hands-on learning where students don't just watch but actively play and create music.

1:30PM-4:00PM: The afternoon program takes students on creative spiritual art trails, exploring Vancouver's iconic landmarks while learning the insights into Canadian culture through drawing and painting. Inspired by their adventures, students will have the chance to craft their own unique ukuleles. Armed with newfound skills throughout the weekly program, they'll have the opportunity to culminate their journey by collaboratively crafting a dynamic interactive musical installation—a sensational blend of art, music, and technology that promises to captivate and inspire!

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Please note that the students will receive a bag of art supplies for this course, which price is included in the program fee. Lunch, snacks , and transit fee, etc. will not be included.