Spark the imagination, generate new ideas, and share thoughts in these lively online sessions about art for children aged 3 – 5 years and their parents and carers. In each session, children discover works of art from the NGV Collection and watch a demonstration of an art-making activity that can be made at home or kindergarten using everyday materials.
This activity is suitable to join from home, kindergarten or playgroup. Groups are welcome to attend. Participation in the program’s chat function is encouraged. Attendees’ microphones and cameras will be turned off.
Under 5s | Animal Tracks & Tales
Let’s look at animal tracks and uncover the stories they tell. In this Under 5s program, children explore First Nations artworks from the NGV Collection. Children will learn about an artwork of a cozy nest of soft feathers and grasses made by artist Shirley Macnamara from Indjalandji-Dhidhanu/Alyawarr Country, Queensland and view kangaroo tracks in a painting by artist Jarinyanu David Downs from Wangkajunga/Walmajarri Country, Western Australia.
This presentation will be followed by a reading of the children’s picture book, Yurri’s Manung written by Sue Atkinson and illustrated by Annette Sax, Taungurung. Children can then enjoy an animal-themed making activity to try at home or kindergarten.
Access
Everyone is welcome at the NGV. We offer a range of accessible resources, facilities, and events. For information, visit our Access webpage or contact us via email at programs@ngv.vic.gov.au or phone; 8620 2222 between 9am-5pm.