Holiday for the kids where boredom is banned
It may be hard to imagine now, but sometime over the summer school holiday, you will tire of the sun, sand and beautiful beaches and crave stimulation and shade. Here's what's on offer.
Auckland Art Gallery
Corner Kitchener and Wellesley Sts, open 10am-5pm, entry is free. Sessions are $16 a child, check the website for availability and times or call 09 367 1930 to book.
Book into a workshop, such as Fantastic Hairstyles and Hats for ages 5-8 where kids can explore the 18th-century dresses, hats and hairstyles of Henry Fuseli's portraits in the gallery. For children aged 9-12, sessions include Drawing the Model, again with the costumes of Fuseli's portraits as a basis for pen, ink and wash techniques. The great thing about art gallery classes is the way the tutors put fun into a wider art world context.
On Wednesday, the two principals reported to the school gymnasium at the appointed hour — 1:30 pm — so the student body could see them get their new hairstyles. “I definitely think the incentive factor kicked in with our collections this year,” said
