Art Link: Linking Art and Education

Looking for a fun and enriching art experience for students? Take a Field Trip to FAM!

The Fresno Art Museum has begun the 2008-2009 Art Link sessions so you and your students can enjoy the experience of the many fascinating and wonderful exhibits that the FAM has to offer! The Art Link program offers a variety of hands-on art activities held in the FAM’s Child Space as well as guided tours by a FAM art instructor. Art Link begins October 14, 2008.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are ArtLink workshops held?

ArtLink workshops are held every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, in the Rotary ChildSpace.

What happens when I bring my class to FAM for an ArtLink field trip?

Your class will have a short guided tour of the exhibitions and participate in two (2) interactive Art Workshops led by an Art Instructor. That means two pieces of take-home art, per student. Educators will receive a field trip packet with ideas to make your FAM visit more enriching.

What will we do in the workshop?

During your FAM field trip, students will actively engage in a creative learning experience. Each lesson is designed to provide students with a fun educational experience, which allows self-expression through different art media. Each studio workshop produces a take-home piece of student artwork for every participant. That means two pieces of take-home artwork for each student!

Does the lesson conform to state standards?

Each ArtLink lesson is grade appropriate and addressed the California Visual Arts Standards. Art Link teaches students the seven elements of art: Line, Shape, Form, Texture, Value, and Color.

How much does it cost?

ArtLink field trips cost $80 per visit for 40 students. Cancellations will be refunded only if a school representative calls 72 hours before the scheduled workshop.

How do I schedule an ArtLink field trip?

To schedule a field trip, please fax (559-441-4227)or e-mail the following information: teacher’s name, school or organization’s name, address, phone and fax number, e-mail address, date of field trip and two alternate dates, number of students and grade level.

For more information on the program and available dates, contact Patt at (559) 441-4221 ext. 106, or click the calendar link on the right.

Resources

ArtLink Calendar

Here's a calendar view of the ArtLink schedule. The calendar is powered by Google Apps; this means you can add FAM ArtLink to your own Google Calendar.

Contact Person

For more information on the program and available dates, contact:

Patt Castro
Program Director Special Projects
(559) 441-4221 ext. 106