Discover the fundamentals of visual art in this free, interactive online series designed for primary school students, focusing on form and tone.
Tuesday 20 October 2026
to Tuesday 27 October 2026
9:30am - 10:15am
Online via WebEx, National Gallery of Victoria
Free
This engaging online program invites primary school students to explore the essential elements of visual art, focusing on form and tone. Through live sessions with an NGV educator, children will learn how artists use these elements to create the illusion of three-dimensional space and volume. The program encourages creativity and curiosity, making art accessible and fun from the comfort of home.
Participants will also discover sculptural works that occupy real space, gaining insight into how form influences viewer interaction. The sessions are designed to be interactive, with opportunities to draw and participate in creative activities using simple materials like paper and coloured pencils.
The program is offered online via WebEx each term and is free to join with prior booking. It supports the Victorian and Australian Visual Arts Curricula, specifically the Exploring and Developing Practices strands. Each term focuses on different art elements, with Term 4 dedicated to form and tone for Levels F–2 and 3–6.
Sessions run from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, providing a concise yet rich learning experience suitable for young learners. Recordings are available after the live session for the remainder of the term, allowing flexible participation.
This is a fully online event hosted by the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Participants will join live via WebEx, requiring internet access and a device capable of video conferencing. Materials needed include drawing paper and coloured pencils, which parents can easily prepare at home.
Booking is essential to receive the WebEx link and access the live sessions and recordings. The NGV provides support and general enquiries can be made by phone or online during business hours.
The program is free and open to primary school students from Foundation to Year 6. Parents should ensure children have the necessary materials and a quiet space to engage fully. The sessions are designed to be interactive and encourage hands-on participation.
Bookings must be made in advance to secure a place and receive access details. The program aligns with educational standards, making it a valuable supplement to school art curricula.
Participation in the Explore the Art Elements Online series is completely free. Booking is required for each term's session to manage numbers and provide access links. Parents can register on the NGV website to secure their child's spot and receive session details and recordings.
For general enquiries or assistance with booking, contact NGV via phone at +61 3 8620 2222 or through their online contact options during business hours from 9 AM to 5 PM daily.
