EDUCATION

EXCURSIONS

The Gallery's Education Programs offer students the opportunity to engage directly with works of art through a dynamic, changing exhibition program. Students will extend their visual literacy and art-making skills by actively participating in art educator-led tours and hands-on workshops individually tailored to their learning needs. 

You can download a pdf of the Gallery's 2024 program here:

 

ART NOW: BALNAVES EDUCATION RESOURCES

Art Now: Balnaves Education at Mosman Art Gallery directly targets school-based education from preschool, primary, secondary to tertiary students and includes access for all. The program is based on the Gallery’s reputation as a leading national destination for early Australian Impressionist artworks and The Balnaves Gift. These resources have been developed by Artist Educator Cameron Stead to compliment the NSW Curriculum and are designed to support students and teachers to learn more about the history of works, artists and themes.

The Primary and Secondary Digital Kits are easily accessible to download as a free PDF below and have an accompanying Resource Guide for Teachers and Educators here:


Primary Digital Kit


Secondary Digital Kit


WORKSHOPS

Primary, Secondary and Tertiary 

Mosman Art Gallery can work with schools and institutions to offer tailor made education experiences for students. Depending on the exhibition and those involved, artists may be available for meet the artist sessions and for workshops with student groups. School groups can book in for curator led tours for particular exhibitions or with the public programs officer who can tailor the tour to suit the aims of the school or institution. Specific education programs will be updated for individual exhibitions. 

The Gallery can also host Year 10 work experience students and Tertiary internship placements, however, please note that spaces are limited and dependant on staff workloads. Please contact us to enquire how we may be able to accommodate you or your student(s). 

Fees

Preschool for preschool and early learning centres 
60 minutes/ $10 per student/ Maximum 20 students  
Primary school workshops 
90 Minutes/ $10 per student/ Maximum 30 students 
Secondary school workshops
90 Minutes/ $10 per student/ Maximum 30 students 

Self-guided

Are you planning to bring your group in for a self-guided visit? Email us to book your FREE visit today. 

Incursions

Would you like to know more about what to expect when you arrive at Mosman Art Gallery? We'd be more than happy to meet with you before your excursion or consult with you on how we can make your visit to the Gallery as engaging, meaningful and worthwhile as possible.  

Free Exhibition Tours

Gallery staff and Guides can provide free exhibition tours for your students, at a time convenient to you. Exhibition tours examine visual art elements, concepts and a variety of media. Tours include small focus groups examining art works up close. Allow 45-60 minutes for students to complete exhibition tours. 

Teacher Guided Tours

Education Kits and Worksheets are provided with key exhibitions for self-guided tours. Teachers are also welcome to use the Gallery as a resource for students’ self-directed learning activities, 10-4pm daily. Students are welcome to use the Gallery drawing boards and stools, with prior arrangement.

Teacher's Events

MAG Education provides professional development for teachers during the school year. We also organise tailored sessions for groups. Email us for more information  - see contact details below. 

A minimum of 2 weeks' notice is required for all bookings. Excursions can be combined with morning tea or lunch at the nearby Allan Border Oval.

Mosman Art Gallery is fully accessible.

ONLINE WORKSHOPS

Natural Solar Dyeing with Karen Tam
Textile designer and artist Karen Tam teaches children 8 years and over how to create their own design using household materials and objects. Parental supervision is recommended for children aged 8-12 years. View video here.

You can also download the worksheet.

 

Art Explorers Online
As part of our regular Art Explorers program for children aged 3-5 years, MAG has produced a series of short videos which include simple educational activities designed to be undertaken at home using easily accessible materials.

ENQUIRIES FOR PRESCHOOL, PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL

Susanna Carter
Public Programs Officer
Mosman Art Gallery
Phone: 9978 4185
Email: s.carter@mosman.nsw.gov.au

ENQUIRIES FOR TERTIARY 

Althea Kuzman 
Public Programs, Exhibitions & Media Officer 
Mosman Art Gallery 
Phone: 9978 4186 
Email: a.kuzman@mosman.nsw.gov.au 

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