Travel to Los Angeles, USA with your class-mates for a once in a lifetime opportunity to take part in the Art-X-plore Visual Arts trip! Visit world-renowned art galleries and new contemporary spaces, learn about the art of graffiti and do a workshop, take part in improvisation and theatre workshops, quiz a celebrity in a one on one Q&A session and learn all about special effects and the behind the scenes of a working film studio.
This epic 9 day trip will cause you to question what you really believe art is and inspire you to delve deeper into the world of visual and contemporary arts.
Known for its bohemian spirit, Venice is a buzzing beach town with upscale commercial and residential pockets. Free-spirited Venice Boardwalk is the site of funky shops, street performers and colourful murals. There’s also a skate park and Muscle Beach outdoor gym. At nearby Santa Monica, you can explore the famous boardwalk or experience some thrilling rides at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier!
Take part in a two-hour Contemporary and Street Art Tour of Downtown Los Angeles. Your knowledgeable guide will give you history and insight, and you may even have an artwork demonstration. You’ll stop at several unique locations, including a visit to Arts District Co-Op, Art Share LA, and the Hauser and Wirth Gallery. You will have access to hidden spots that other people would never get a chance to see! The best part is you then get to participate in a Workshop with one of the amazing street artists. This workshop will really challenge your ideas about the role of Art in society.
You can't go to LA and not explore Hollywood. Your guided, behind the scenes walking tour will take in many of the famous sights, including the TCL Chinese Theatre with its row after row of celebrity hand prints, the Dolby Theatre and, of course, the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
Visit Disneyland – 'The Happiest Place on Earth'! Visit the home of Walt Disney, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and all of your favourite Disney characters. Tour through the Nine Lands which make up Disneyland, including the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge land, while enjoying fun rides such as Space Mountain, Thunder Mountain Railway, Indiana Jones and Pirates of the Caribbean.
Take part in two inspirational workshops at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre. This world-renowned acting school is in the heart of Hollywood, California. They offer extensive training for the serious actor in theatre, film, and television. Kick off the morning with an active, creative and highly energised Improvisation Workshop that encourages team building, thinking on your feet and interrelating. These are highly beneficial skills for any career, not just the Arts.
This afternoon’s workshop will be a Film Industry Celebrity Q&A Session. This Q&A session is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interact with respected members of the Entertainment Industry in a relaxed setting.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures opened in September 2021 as the largest museum in the United States devoted to the arts, sciences, and artists of moviemaking. It holds more than 13 million objects, including costumes, costume sketches, film reels, posters, props, and screenplays. A truly memorable experience that illuminates the world of cinema.
The Grammy Museum believes that music is a gateway to learning. Their mission is to explore and celebrate the enduring legacies of the creative process behind all forms of music through immersive and interactive exhibits and essential music education programs. Tour the museum and take part in a demonstration on how to produce a music track.
Inspire your curiosity, understanding and enjoyment of the visual arts today with a full day at the J. Paul Getty Museum, commonly referred to as the Getty. The Getty is a California art museum housed on two campuses: the Getty Center and Getty Villa. The museum collects, conserves, exhibits and interprets works of art of outstanding quality and historical importance. Participate in a special tour led by a Getty Museum docent, followed by free time to explore the collections, contemporary architecture, and the beautiful gardens.
Los Angeles, CA, USA 
From $7,995 AUD
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