Design is all around us!
This exploration invites us to take a closer look at how every object around us is the culmination of a deep thought process regarding its design, and at how artists and designers draw inspiration from materials and ideas to turn ordinary objects into extraordinary creations.
During the visit, the students discuss the artist’s creative process, sources of inspiration and choice of shapes and materials, before moving on to design their own small functional object using air-dry modelling clay.
Information
In-person
The class goes to the Museum.
| Schedules | Duration | Rate |
| 9 to 11 a.m. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. 1 to 3 p.m. |
2 hours | $341/class |
The activity may be extended by 15 minutes to allow for a more leisurely exploration of the collection.
Reservations
514-285-2000
Raise students’ awareness about
The creative process Problem solving for design objects The properties and characteristics of materials
Creative activity
Creation of a small functional object using air-dry modelling clay
Activities
Environment and consumption
Recycled waste
20 minutes
Discuss the importance of recycling waste, and invite the students to imagine and draw an object made of materials destined for the garbage bin.
To delve further into this topic
We suggest that you and your students visit the EducArt platform to discover the Bär + Knell Confetti chair, made from recycled plastic.
Planning a group visit to the Museum
Group entrance
The group entrance is located at 2075 Bishop Street. Plan on arriving 30 minutes before the time scheduled for your visit.
Organized transportation
If you are coming by school bus or chartered bus, allow extra time for potential traffic congestion.
Public transportation
Bus: 24
Subway: Green line: Peel and Guy-Concordia stations
