ARTventures: A World Art Tour
by Payton Kahanek on Wednesday evenings, 10/22/25- 12/03/25 (skip 11/26), 6-8PM at UT Austin
Available spots
Service Description
Embark on a creative journey around the globe in ARTventures: A World Art Tour! Each week, students will explore a different culture through its iconic art forms: from the elegant simplicity of Japanese sumi-e ink painting to the bold, geometric style of Spanish Cubism. Along the way, we’ll celebrate Mexican folk art with papel picado and alebrijes, uncover the spiritual symbolism of Indian mandalas and henna, tell personal stories through Australian aboriginal dot art, and reflect on how geometry, symbolism, and storytelling connect across cultures. Each session combines mini-lectures, videos, hands-on art projects, and thoughtful group discussions designed to spark creativity and cultural appreciation. The course culminates in a festive Global Art Party where students can share their creations and celebrate what they’ve learned. This class is perfect for curious minds ready to create, connect, and travel the world—one artwork at a time!
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Our classes operate on a first-come, first-serve basis, with limited seating for up to 13 participants to ensure a quality learning experience. By registering, you reserve a valuable seat that may prevent others from joining. We understand that plans can change. However, cancellations made within one week of the class start date are not eligible for refunds. If you are unable to attend, we are happy to offer a course voucher, allowing you to apply your registration toward a future class of your choice. Parent/Guardian Attendance Policy Our program is designed to empower adults with IDDs to participate in classes at UT Austin alongside their peers, including both other adult students and college students. We encourage our participants to build self-confidence, practice age-appropriate social skills, and experience the independence of a college environment, just as any neurotypical college student would. To support this mission, parents and guardians are not permitted to attend classes with their student. However, if there are special circumstances—such as a need for assistance with personal care or concerns about behavior—exceptions to this policy may be considered. These exceptions require review and approval by our Executive Director, Kaelin Rubenzer, on a case-by-case basis. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Contact Details
University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
7132487393
lifelonglearningwithfriends@gmail.com