YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS

Youth Programs &mdash Fall 2008

Childrens Painting/Drawing...and More!

Ana Sakuta

Tuesday, 4pm to 5:30pm

Session 2 • Ages 7-11

Course code 848

This class will give students an opportunity to create two dimensional images using a variety of mediums and surfaces. Students will also learn a variety of techniques, terms, cultures and history to aid them in expressing their personal thoughts and feelings through their works of art. Additionally, students will gain an understanding and knowledge of other cultures and time periods related to art and how much of the world's art has been created to help meet the needs of daily life in many career fields such as horticulture, drafting and publicity. As time permits at the end of each class we will talk about creating an art portfolio.

Materials Fee: $10
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Drawing for Teens

Joseph Weinzettle

Tuesday, 5pm to 6:30pm

Session 2 • 1-3

Course code 859

This class is designed to help students improve their drawing skills and introduce them to a variety of drawing media. Students will learn traditional drawing methods and develop their own unique style. A wide range of still life forms - organic objects, casts, skeleton, etc. - will allow students to work from direct observation. Class lessons will include: how to create line and tone, understanding value through light and shadow and interaction of color.

Materials List
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Beginning Wheel Throwing

Stan Cowen

Wednesday, 5pm to 6:30pm

Session 2 • Ages 10-12

Course code 802

Students will learn the basic techniques for throwing on the wheel in this fun, introductory course.

Materials Fee: $18
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Hands-on Clay

Valerie Scott Knaust

Wednesday, 4:30pm to 6pm

Session 2 • Ages 6-9

Course code 803

This class encourages children to create works in clay from their imagination using basic tools and handbuilding - pinch, coil and slab. Projects are based on seasonal inspiration and other age-appropriate influences. Creativity is encouraged in an atmosphere where energy is channeled constructively.

Materials Fee: $18
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Teen Wheel Throwing

Barbara Kobel Pope

Thursday, 5pm to 6:30pm

Session 2 Ages 13-16

Course Code 863

Have a little fun before homework and dinner. Geared for the early teen, we'll cover the basics of throwing, trimming and glazing finished ceramic pieces.

Material Fee: $18
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Hand-building for Youth

Angela Loperena

Thursday, 5pm to 6:30pm

Session 2 • Ages 9-12

Course code 873

Learn various handbuilding techniques to create functional ware. Using slab and coil techniques, students will create decorative and functional mugs, bowls, and boxes. Along with handbuilding, learn basic clay facts and different glazing techniques.

Materials Fee: $18
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers

Teen Program

Cartooning and Drawing

Michael Lyman

Saturday, 12:30pm to 2pm

Session 2 • Ages 13-16

Course code 874

Experience an entry-level drawing class which adapts to each student's skill level and interests. For complete novices to more experienced artists, students learn to draw what interests them, rather than being told what to draw. Emphasis is placed on sketching, different techniques, and learning how to draw objects and figures. Discussions during class focus on different art and graphic novel styles, exposing students to different artistic viewpoints.

Materials List
Materials Fee: $7
Tuition $105 members, $135 nonmembers