The Ministry of Education has launched a new visual arts mentorship programme offering a two-week experience specifically for 17 aspiring young artists with an aim to boost students’ artistic skills.
The programme, which focuses on both painting and sculpture, is a collaborative effort between the Technical and Vocational Education Training Unit of the Ministry of Education and the Creative Arts Department at the University of Guyana.
According to a Ministry of Education press release, the programme features expert-led sessions in both clay work and painting. Renowned instructor Elodie Cage-Smith, who will lead the painting sessions, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for visual arts that promises to inspire and educate the students. Her guidance will help participants explore various painting techniques, offering them hands-on experience and insights into the creative process.