Course Catalog
Summer Session

June 21

HS - Adult

Saturday  |  10:00 am-12:00 pm  |  Studio 203

Class is Full

Would you like to make your own jewelry? Create simple yet elegant pieces by learning how to bead a necklace using flexible beading wire, how to crimp a bead and add the clasp. A decorative sterling silver wire element will also be added to the necklace. Create earrings by adding beads onto an eye-pin and learn how to attach it to the earring findings. All the supplies and equipment needed for this class will be provided.

June 28

HS - Adult

Saturday  |  10:00 am-12:00 pm  |  Studio 205

Members: $20

Non-Members: $25

Create your own fused glass jewelry pendant and broach. Learn how to cut and assemble glass pieces, kiln preparation, and firing procedures using a small kiln. All supplies and equipment will be provided

July 12

HS - Adult

Saturday  |  10:00 am-12:00 pm  |  Studio 205

Members: $25

Non-Members: $30

Learn how to make beautiful kiln-worked glass in this fun workshop. You will be introduced to the glass fusing process by melting layers of glass in a small kiln. Learn the basics of how to cut glass and be introduced to basic tools, glass selection, and firing procedures. The size of sun catcher is approximately 4 inches square. All supplies and equipment will be provided.

June 13 - July 11; no class July 4, meet July 5

HS - Adult

Fridays  |  6:00 - 8:30 p.m.  |  Learing Annex

Members: $64

Non-Members: $80

Explore the fundamentals of drawing while experiencing and recognizing your individual emerging style. Study and apply design elements of art. Respond to visual stimuli through careful observation and repeated practice while experimenting with traditional drawing tools: charcoal; conte’ crayon; pencils; and pen and ink. A model will be used for the figure studies section. All materials are supplied. Drop-ins are welcome any Friday at a pro-rated cost of $15 for members; $18 for non-members.

July 18 - August 15 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Fridays  |  6:00-8:30 pm  |  Learing Annex

Members: $64

Non-Members: $80

Explore the fundamentals of drawing while experiencing and recognizing your individual emerging style. Study and apply design elements of art. Respond to visual stimuli through careful observation and repeated practice while experimenting with traditional drawing tools: charcoal; conte’ crayon; pencils; and pen and ink. A model will be used for the figure studies section. All materials are supplied. Drop-ins are welcome any Friday at a pro-rated cost of $15 for members; $18 for non-members.

June 12, 19, 26 (3 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00-8:30 pm  |  203

Members: $50

Non-Members: $62

This is a basic painting course intended for the beginning painter. Techniques of using paint and brushes will be discussed, demonstrated and experienced during the class. Emphasis will be on basic color theory and composition. Each lesson students will work toward producing a finished painting. Students should bring to class tubes of acrylic paints (primary and secondary colors, white and black), brushes of various sizes and a canvas at least 12”x16”. A more specific materials list is available at the Visitor’s Service desk.

July 10 - August 14 (6 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00 - 8:30 pm  |  Studio 203

Members: $80

Non-Members: $98

The focus of the class will be on composition and fundamental elements of painting (value, color and intensity). This course is designed for students with some level of experience and those interested in working with non toxic water-mixable oils such as the brand Duo.

June 10 - July 8 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Tuesday  |  10:15 am - 2:15 pm  |  Studio 203

Members: $100

Non-Members: $125

Bettina is known for encouraging experimentation with traditional techniques and applications, while also promoting spontaneity in responding to the work as it progresses. Inspiration for paintings is based on direct observation (including landscapes, figures and still-life objects) or printed materials such as photographs and magazine reproductions. There will be an emphasis on studying the principles of design and collage techniques. This is a four-hour class each day, so bring a brown-bag lunch along with your painting supplies. Watercolor paper is available for purchase. A materials list is available at time of registration. This class is available for staff development or graduate credit for teachers through AEA.

June 12 - June 26 (3 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00 - 8:30 pm  |  Studio 204

Members: $45

Non-Members: $56

Enjoy creating art out-doors for three weeks in June. Plein-air painting began in the mid-1800’s during the Impressionist Movement in France. Since then, artists have carted their supplies outside to work directly ‘from’ nature while being ‘in’ nature. Pastels are a perfect medium for such excursions. The pastel painting group will meet at the Art Center at 5:45 p.m. and then caravan to Bacon Creek Park. In addition to your regular supplies, be sure to bring a folding chair and a drawing board. Should it be raining on any of these evenings, the class will work in the studio at the Art Center. Deb suggests you bring a camera to photograph your selected scene from the park in order to complete your piece at a later time.

June 14 - July 12 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Saturdays  |  10:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.  |  Studio 206

Members: $75

Non-Members: $93

Join an in-depth investigation exploring the intricacies and processes of creating outstanding digital photographs. Emphasis will be on composition, perspective, lighting and controlling the visual impact of the photograph. Through the use of a computer, you will learn to manipulate and print images. Bring a digital camera to class.

July 19 - August 16 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Saturdays  |  10:15 am - 12:45 pm  |  Studio 206

Members: $75

Non-Members: $93

Join an in-depth investigation exploring the intricacies and processes of creating outstanding digital photographs. Emphasis will be on composition, perspective, lighting and controlling the visual impact of the photograph. Through the use of a computer, you will learn to manipulate and print images. Bring a digital camera to class.

June 17, 18, 19 (15 hours)

HS - Adult

Tues.-Wed.-Thurs.  |  10:00 am - 4:00 pm  |  Computer Lab

Class is Full

Today’s photographs are used in print, on the web, and on wireless devices. Learn the most up-to-date techniques in manipulating images. The newly-upgraded computer lab has the latest version of Adobe Photoshop CS2 software, five new computers and the most up-to-date scanning capabilities. All this assures students will create the highest quality images possible. This fifteen-hour class is available for staff development or graduate credit for teachers through AEA.

July 15, 16, 17 (15 hours)

HS - Adult

Tues.-Wed.-Thurs.  |  10:00 am - 4:00 pm  |  Computer Lab

Members: $125

Non-Members: $157

Today’s photographs are used in print, on the web, and on wireless devices. Learn the most up-to-date techniques in manipulating images. The newly-upgraded computer lab has the latest version of Adobe Photoshop CS2 software, five new computers and the most up-to-date scanning capabilities. All this assures students will create the highest quality images possible. This fifteen-hour class is available for staff development or graduate credit for teachers through AEA.

June 12 - July 10 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00-8:30 pm  |  Clay Studio

Members: $90

Non-Members: $113

This class is an introduction to forming, decorating, glazing and firing clay objects. The hand-built clay techniques use pinch, coil and slab construction. The potter’s wheel will also be introduced with instruction on centering and building the various parts of a vessel. Intermediate-level potters are also welcome and will receive individual assignments.

July 17 - August 14 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00-8:30 pm  |  Clay Studio

Members: $90

Non-Members: $113

This class is an introduction to forming, decorating, glazing and firing clay objects. The hand-built clay techniques use pinch, coil and slab construction. The potter’s wheel will also be introduced with instruction on centering and building the various parts of a vessel. Intermediate-level potters are also welcome and will receive individual assignments.

June 14 - July 12 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Saturdays  |  10:30 am - 12:30 pm  |  Clay Studio

Members: $72

Non-Members: $90

If you have never thrown on a wheel, Mike will show you how. If have only a little experience, he’ll help you improve. Emphasis will be on developing a personal style and striving for consistency. Attention will be on the refinement of form, finishing and glazing

July 19 - August 16 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Saturdays  |  10:30 am - 12:30 pm  |  Clay Studio

Members: $72

Non-Members: $90

If you have never thrown on a wheel, Mike will show you how. If have only a little experience, he’ll help you improve. Emphasis will be on developing a personal style and striving for consistency. Attention will be on the refinement of form, finishing and glazing.

June 12 - July 12 (5 weeks)

HS - Adult

Thursdays  |  6:00 - 8:30 pm  |  Learing Annex

Members: $90