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I am dedicated to inspiring youth to explore their untapped “creative spheres” through an integration of art history and artistic media. — Manique, Instructor and student
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CONTENTS
Fabulous Fall Features ...................................4 Exhibitions and Empty Bowls........................4 Free Family Art Frenzy..................................4 Gallery Tours ..................................................5 Salon Series with Little Patuxent Review ........5 Gallery Shop ...................................................6 Paint Night .....................................................7 Paint Night For Couples.................................7 Office Art Rescue............................................7 Art Parties for Youth and Teens .................8-9 Art Parties for Adults...................................10 School’s Out ..................................................11 Parent/Child and Preschool........................12 Mommy and Me Art Play .............................12 I Am an Artist...............................................12 Youth and Teen Classes ..............................12 Youth Artistic Master Certificate .................12 Art Through The Curriculum for Homeschoolers........................................13 Mixed Media Mania ......................................13 Fall Themed Cupcakes..................................13 Painting Exploration....................................13 Paint Like Pop Artists .............................13,14 From Realism to Abstract ............................13 Kids and Clay ..............................................13 Drawing for Youth .......................................14 Costume Crafting .........................................14 Comic Workshop...........................................14 Manga Studio Pro.........................................14
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Foundations of Art for Homeschoolers ........14 Painting By Design ......................................14 Graffiti ..........................................................14 Drawing from Observation...........................15 Da Vinci Workshop.......................................15 Figure Drawing............................................15 Teen Wheel Throwing...................................15 Portfolios for Tweens and Teens...................16 Adult Classes and Workshops ....................17 Calligraphy...................................................17 Ceramics ..................................................17-20 Crafts ............................................................20 Culinary........................................................21 Guest Artist Workshop, Steve Fleming........ 22 Digital Arts and Photography.................21,22 Drawing and Painting.............................22-25 Fiber..............................................................25 Floral Design ...........................................25,26 Fused Glass...................................................26 Jewelry ....................................................26,27 Mosaics .........................................................27 Rental Rates .....................................................28 Class Policies .....................................................29 Inclement Weather Policy, Discounts, Supplies, Cancellations & Tuition Refunds Registration......................................................30
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MISSION STATEMENT Columbia Art Center is dedicated to providing artistic
experiences in the visual arts for all ages and interest levels and to connect with local arts organizations and community businesses in creating diverse offerings.
OVERVIEW Columbia Art Center offers year-round art classes, rotating gallery exhibitions, a gallery gift shop, summer art camp for children, art parties, studio
rentals, a Japanese Garden, art and life enhancement lectures and more! Columbia
Art Center is part of Columbia Association’s Community Services Division and has
been part of Columbia Association for 29 years. It has been a functioning arts school for more than 30 years and was formerly known as the Antioch Visual Arts College.
LOCATION Columbia Art Center is located in the Long Reach Village Center (next to Stonehouse Community Center) just minutes from Route 175 and Tamar Drive.
DIRECTIONS From Route 29, take 175 East towards Jessup. Follow 175 for several miles to the light at Tamar Drive. Turn left on Tamar and go one mile. Turn right on Cloudleap Court. Turn left into Long Reach Village Center parking lot. The Art Center is located in the courtyard (look for the large round window and fish sculpture). From I-95, take the MD-100 West exit (43B) towards Ellicott City. Take the Snowden River Exit (3). Enter the roundabout and take the second exit onto Snowden River Parkway. Turn right on Tamar Drive and drive .5 miles. Turn left at Cloudleap Court. Park in the Long Reach Village Center lot on the left. CONTACT INFORMATION 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia, MD • 21045 Telephone • 410-730-0075 Fax • 410-997-2902 Website • ColumbiaArtCenter.org EMAIL
Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org Liz.Henzey@ColumbiaAssociation.org Trudy Babchak, Assistant Director • Trudy.Babchak@ColumbiaAssociation.org General Information • Liz Henzey, Director •
HOURS
Monday-Thursday • 9:30am-9:30pm Friday • 9:30am-5pm Saturday • 9am-5pm Sunday • 11-5pm
STAFF
Liz Henzey • Director Trudy Babchak • Assistant Director
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FRONT DESK FACILITATORS Liron Fisch • Barbara Herschman • Donna Lonegro Annette Morgan • Natasha Sanchez • Emily Yeagley Christina McCleary • Ceramics Studio Manager Megan Trail • Ceramics Studio Assistant Nancy McIntosh • Kiln Technician Jann Tamburello • Glaze Technician Monica Herber • Daytime Program Coordinator Manique Buckmon • Youth Programs Curriculum Assistant Priya Vadhyar • Volunteer COVER PHOTO by Rich Riggins
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EXHIBITIONS ➤ September
10-25
Main and Window Galleries
ManneqART: Sculpture on the Human Form Features three-dimensional artworks presented on life-size mannequins created by artists and reflecting the theme of Nature, Literature, Art and Architecture. Curated by Lee Andersen. Reception: Saturday, September 19, 3-5pm Dance performance by Lindey Allen at 4pm. Gallery show is part of the Howard County Arts Council’s Road to the Arts. ➤ October
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FEATURES
➤ October 29-November 28
Main Gallery
Geraldine Butler: ColorScapes/Webs/Storms A solo exhibition featuring abstract works from the last three years. Inspired by elements in nature, Butler explores color as ColorScapes, ColorWebs and ColorStorms. Window Gallery
Julie Gross: Urban Landscapes Julie finds inspiration in the urban landscapes around her. Her work exaggerates color, mood, and perspective while simplifying distracting detail to bring out the true essence of the city. Reception for both shows: Sunday, November 15, 2-4pm
Main Gallery
Erase Hate Through Art An examination of the phenomenon of bullying and hate crimes through the eyes of artists as a means of prevention. The show features the artworks of 28 artists and is sponsored by Erase Hate Through Art. Curated by Grant Meyers and Ed Higgins. Gala and Reception: Sunday, October 11, 1-4pm Gala includes performances and presentations.
➤ December
11-20
Main and Window Galleries
Enjoy an evening of live music, delicious light fare, raffles, pottery wheel demonstrations and much more! Select a handcrafted, one-of-a-kind ceramic bowl to take home with you. Ticket and event proceeds will go to benefit Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center of Howard County. The evening event will be emceed by NPR radio announcer Terry Owens. All bowls showcased were made collectively by Columbia Art Center’s dedicated students, faculty and staff throughout the year during volunteer work sessions. Saturday, October 3, 6-9pm Tickets: $20 • On sale August 24 Call 410-730-0075
Free Family Art Frenzy Enjoy a free, family-friendly art afternoon on the second Sunday of each month! Experiment with mixed media and have a blast creating your own inspired creations. All ages welcome! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by a guardian. Sunday, September 13,1-3pm Leaf Prints • 1 session
Singular Sensations Annual Holiday Art Show
Sunday, October 11,1-3pm Masquerade Masks • 1 session
Now in its 17th year, this annual show features a wide selection of art for sale at $150 or less. Ideal for holiday shopping and home decorating! Attention artists: To obtain an entry form to participate in the show, please call or email Columbia Art Center.
Sunday, November 8,1-3pm Rainsticks • 1 session
Gala Reception and Live Music: Friday, December 11, 6-8pm
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Empty Bowls Fundraising Event
Sunday, December 13,1-3pm Beaded Snowflakes • 1 session
Patricia Bennett
TOURS Off the Beaten Path Gallery Tour Join tour facilitator Roberta Greenstein in touring local galleries and artists’ studios in the Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC areas, plus lunch at a local eatery — all in the comfort of door-to-door van service. Unless otherwise noted below, each tour will return to Columbia by 3:30pm. $45 Tuition for each field trip; additional fees for some trips may be required — Lunch is not included in the tuition price. Please arrive at Columbia Art Center promptly at 9:30am.
Known for her live event paintings, portraits and flower paintings.
Minás Konsolas Minás Konsolas develops his canvases by adding and eliminating multiple layers of paint. He creates textured images by scraping and smearing. ➤ Wednesday,
November 18
Bethesda, MD
Bethesda Fine Art The gallery showcases Washington Color School artists — who brought the focus of the art world to Washington DC in the 1960s.
Gallery B ➤ Wednesday,
September 30
Dumbarton Oaks Mansion a n d G a r d e n s To u r
Dumbarton Oaks is a historic estate in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, DC. Galleries feature specialized collections of Byzantine and pre-Columbian art, European masterpieces on view in the historic Music Room and a rotating program of special exhibitions. T h e Te x t i l e M u s e u m , G e o r g e Wa s h i n g t o n University
The Textile Museum was established in 1925 to expand public knowledge and appreciation — locally, nationally, and internationally — of the artistic merits and cultural importance of the world’s textiles through scholarship, exhibitions and educational programs. We will be touring China: Through the Lens of John Thomson. ➤ Wednesday,
October 21
Baltimore,MD Artists’ Studios
Ann Kibel Schwartz Schwartz uses found objects and various materials, including paper, fiber, wood and metals to create her drawings, painting, prints, photographs, sculpture, poetry and prose.
The gallery, a non-profit arts space.
Waverly Street Gallery Waverly Street Gallery is one of the Washington, D.C. metro area’s premier co-op art galleries featuring contemporary visual artists working in a wide range of media. ➤ Wednesday,
December 16
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Gateway Arts District The Gateway Arts District is an arts-based economic development initiative of the Gateway Community Development Corporation.
Brentwood Arts Exchange The Brentwood Arts Exchange features a contemporary art gallery displaying diverse exhibitions, a craft store promoting local artisans and a dynamic arts learning classroom/workshop. The center is also home to a dozen artists’ studios and the Gateway Community Development Corporation’s 39th Street Gallery.
Washington Glass School The Washington Glass School is a unique educational program in the Nation’s Capital area, operating as the sculptural glass education, artistic and community center and resource for the mid-Atlantic region, serving students, artists and the general public.
Otis Street Arts Project Otis Street Arts Project serves as artist studios, exhibition space and a creative incubator.
SALON SERIES Sponsored by Columbia Art Center and Little Patuxent Review. Free monthly presentations by local artists, poets, actors, musicians and other specialists. Series includes the following presentations for Fall 2015. For complete listing, please contact Columbia Art Center or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org. ➤ Monday,
September 21 7pm
Elaine Eff, Maryland Folklorist As the author of “The Painted Screens of Baltimore: An Urban Folk Art Revealed," Elaine will discuss four decades of fascinating research and discovery that traced painted screens back to the 1700s in England. This urban folk art has been beloved by Baltimore residents since 1913 and is celebrating a renaissance today. ➤ Monday,
October 5, 7pm
Wulah Cooper’s Story: From War Zones to Refugee Camp to Columbia, MD Columbia resident, Wulah Cooper, will present his gripping story of how he came to immigrate to America in 2000 as an international student at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He survived one of Africa’s most brutal civil wars — the Liberian Civil War — which lasted 14 years and took the lives of more than 250,000 Liberians. ➤ Monday,
October 26, 7pm
John B. French, Jr., Ph.D: The Fate of the Whooping Crane Dr. French is the director of the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. He will discuss the plight of the whooping crane, a beautiful, endangered bird which had been on the edge of extinction. ➤ Monday,
November 2, 7pm
Hayden Mathews: Awakening to Place Storyteller, environmentalist and poet Hayden Mathews will discuss what makes that special somewhere a unique place that stays in your memory. Through his presentation, Hayden will help you to understand how to be more consciously and mindfully aware of where we are within the grand scheme of things.
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Columbia Art Center
GALLERY SHOP The Gallery Shop at Columbia Art Center sells a variety of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted and affordable art created by instructors and students. The Gallery Shop’s selection of art is ideal for gift-giving, home collections and practical use and includes pottery, jewelry, fiber, paintings, photographs, glass, cards and more!
Gallery Shop Hours: Mon-Thu 9:30am-9:30pm, Fri 9:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Columbia Art Center
RENTALS Columbia Art Center rentals are available in our art galleries, studio rooms and Japanese garden. Enjoy a unique setting filled with original art for your next event. Art displays change regularly. Our rooms accommodate bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings, art and craft group meetings, lectures, art project rentals, birthday parties and celebrations of all sorts, even small weddings. Columbia Art Center provides tables and chairs. Room setup and take down are responsibility of renter. Please allow set-up and take-down time in your rental timeframe. For an additional fee, Columbia Art Center can set up room. Catering is not provided by Columbia Art Center. Please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org for more information or to reserve your rental. See rental rates listed on page 28.
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P N i A t ing PAINT NIGHTS
PAINT NIGHT with Alina Poroshina For ages 16 and up (Participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian attend.) Enjoy an evening of fun and art with your friends. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages! Paint Night Out provides a great way to spend a Friday evening with your friends. Visit Columbia Art Center’s website for images of projects at ColumbiaArtCenter.org. Friday, September 18 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) or Friday, October 16 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) or Friday, November 20 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $25 for both residents and nonresidents PAINT NIGHT FOR COUPLES with Alina Poroshina For ages 21 and up. Enjoy a unique date night with other creativeminded couples! Explore each other’s artistic ability as you work side-by-side on a painting that can be hung on completion! Feel free to bring your own refreshments. Visit Columbia Art Center’s website for images of couples’ paint night projects at ColumbiaArtCenter.org. Friday, October 9 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) or Friday, November 6 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) or Friday, December 4 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $35 per couple for both residents and nonresidents
OFFICE ART RESCUE
Columbia Art Center is the ideal venue for offices to hold fun team-building painting activities. These art workshops can be held at Columbia Art Center seven days a week based on availability. Columbia Art Center provides the canvas, easel, brushes, paints and smocks/aprons for your entire team. Catering is welcome or you can bring your own refreshments.
Types of Team Building Painting Activities Offered: Individual Paintings — Everyone in the class paints and personalizes their own painting with the help of the instructor’s step-by-step instructions. One-Step, Two-Step Painting — Paint one step, then move to a different seat to continue on to the next step. Collaborative Painting — Everyone in the group contributes to a large, three foot by four foot painting. One collaborative painting recommended for every 10 painters at the event. These are great to hang on the office wall after the event for use as a conversation piece. Mystery Masterpiece — Our instructor takes you through a painting step by step. The catch is no one knows what the finished painting looks like.
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PARTiES
Each party can be tailored for birthdays, graduations, report card celebrations and family parties. Columbia Art Center parties include invitations, cake, food and beverage, colorful
paper products, party themed activities, two party attendants, art instruction, set-up and clean-up. Early reservation is recommended. For pricing and more information on these parties and for art parties for adults, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/Facilities/Columbia-Art-Center/Art-center-parties or call Columbia Art Center 410-730-0075.
THAT INSPIRE! NEW PARTIES Palettes & Paint Brushes Ages 5+ Have a blast with your friends as you fill your canvas with images in the unique style of a famous painter. Choose the dynamic swirling style of Van Gogh or the brightly-colored pop art style of Andy Warhol to create your own fabulous painting. Minecraft Madness Ages 5+ Are you a Minecraft fan? At this party you can learn how to draw your favorite 3-D friendly or unfriendly creature and put it on a T-shirt! Make your own party world and create a real life game sword!
JEWELRY PARTIES Crazy Beaded Charms Ages 10-17 Join the latest craze in beading with new two-hole beads called Super Duos. The color combos are endless and you can make as many one-of-a-kind pieces as time allows. Super Duos Bead Bracelet Ages 10-17 Be a trendsetter and create a stylish Super Duos beaded bracelet. Learn bead weaving by stitching these new beads and seed beads together. Elegant to Expressive Pearl Bracelet Ages 10-17 Your friends will rave about your new neon weave bracelet! Design an elegant or funky accessory after learning quick and simple techniques that combine round beads, pearls and/or seed beads.
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CLASSIC PARTIES Fairy Dust and Dragon Wings Ages 5+ Explore fairy tales and myths during an artistic escape to another world! Create a carnival mask, costume wings, or a fairy tale sketchbook. Paints, Paws and Claws Ages 5+ Take a journey around the globe learning about colorful animal art! Create a vibrant mask or shadow puppet and design habitat scenery for your party animal! Wear-a-Doodle Party! Ages 5+ Make an impression with your one-of-a-kind design! Imprint your artwork on a t-shirt or cinch bag. Choose your own theme. Note: Wear-A-Doodle items are not guaranteed to be printed by the conclusion of the party. If not completed at the end of the party, they will be ready for pickup in two days.
Graffiti Artist for a Day Ages 10-17 You and your friends will experience the thrill of mastering basic drawing and painting skills. Choose a style: classic bubble, cartoon or stencil to design your own board or t-shirt.
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For ages 16 and up! Create your own paint night party for you and your friends! Pick a personal and meaningful design! Great for birthdays or bridal events! Participants take home their creations! Art instruction typically runs two hours, plus one hour for set-up, refreshments and clean-up. Early reservations are recommended. To schedule your party, please call Columbia Art Center or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org. Each party includes: Two hours of art instruction; all materials and supplies used for the project(s); use of private studio space for up to 3 hours.
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School’s Out Program for grades 1-8
When Howard County public schools are out, come to Columbia Art Center for an amazing day of creative fun and go home with cool art projects. Bring a friend, make new friends, bring a lunch, and enjoy a fun day of art! Children will be served a snack and beverage after 3:30pm. The program lessons will be available to view a month before each date. Registration is open until the day before the School’s Out date. NEW! Save $50 when registering for five or more School’s Out sessions — $200 for five School’s Out sessions when purchased together! School’s Out Fall 2015 program dates September 14 • September 23 • October 2 • October 16 • November 25 • December 28 • December 29 • December 30 • December 31 Full Day: 7:30am-5:30pm, $50 per child. Drop-off begins at 7:30am; art activities begin at 9am. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
School’s Out Youth Visiting Artist Series for grades 5-8 Columbia Art Center is pleased to invite students ages 11-13 to participate in its Visiting Artist Series. The series is designed to encourage young artists to improve their technical skills while acquiring a sense of personal expression. The program provides an opportunity for students to connect with community artists and to cultivate a passion for the arts. Guest instructors will discuss their personal art and creative process while teaching a unique and challenging workshop. NOTE: Sessions can also be redeemed as part of School’s Out series sale. See previous listing. September 23 • Mixed Media Fall Composition — Image Transfer Technique with Alina Poroshina October 16 • Pop Music Poster — Silkscreening with Liron Fisch November 25 • SURPRISE, SURPRISE, SURPRISE! December 29-30 • Eco Friendly Puppet Power with Adam Goode Full Day: 7:30am-5:30pm, $50 per child. Drop-off begins at 7:30am; art activities begin at 9am. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
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PARENT/ YOUTH CHILD & &TEEN
PRESCHOOL
MOMMY AND ME ART PLAY For adult and child ages 2-5 with Laura Easter In class, toddlers will explore a variety of colors, shapes and textures using various age-appropriate tools and art supplies. Each class explores a new theme and experience for the child. Learn to mix colors, make new colors with various paint combinations and have fun creating art projects with textures using sand, cloth, ribbon, leaves, pine cones and more! Each class will include a short story time to give children the opportunity to learn how their masterpieces connect to the real world. Program is offered on the following Sundays, 1-2:30pm. Sunday, September 20 • Fall Characters, Colors and Textures Sunday, October 18 • Halloween Creepers and Treats Sunday, November 15 • Thanksgiving Celebration! Sunday, December 20 • Chilly Winter Friends! $15 residents/$25 nonresidents This price is for one adult and one child. Each additional child is $10.
I AM AN ARTIST! For adult and child ages 3-5 with Becky Legg Your child will bring home a masterpiece each week, and learn about shapes, colors and textures in a variety of fun, hands-on art activities! Enjoy experimenting and playing with a variety of media. Tuesdays, September 22-October 13 10:30-11:15am (4 sessions) or Tuesdays, October 20-November 10 10:30-11:15am (4 sessions) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents
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CLASSES
Unless otherwise noted, supplies are included in the cost of tuition for youth classes. Because Columbia Art Center wants students to focus on the activity and not worry about getting messy, it is recommended that they wear old clothes or bring a smock for all activities.
YOUTH ARTISTIC MASTER CERTIFICATE PROGRAM For ages 6-17 NEW! Columbia Art Center’s Youth Artistic Masters Certificate Program offers students the chance to focus their studies as they hone their artistic abilities. Whether used as a means for creative self-expression or to prepare for further artistic endeavors, these classes and workshops will work to expand participants’ skill levels and stretch their creativity while building confidence and artistic sensibility. Who Should Take This Program: Students between the ages of six and 17 who take classes or workshops at Columbia Art Center during the Fall 2015 class session, Winter 2016 class session or Spring 2016 class session. Program Description: Students are asked to complete four classes which will enable them to receive a Level 1 Certificate that includes a free portfolio review and 25% discount on a future class or workshop. Participants who complete 8 classes will receive a Level 2 Certificate that includes a free portfolio review and 50% discount on a future class or workshop. Participants who complete 12 classes will receive a Level 3 Certificate which includes a free portfolio review and free class. Register for free for the Youth Artistic Master Certificate Program when you sign up and pay for your first class — classes taken during the Fall 2015, Winter 2016, and Spring 2016 sessions can apply to the Certificate Program.
ART THROUGH THE CURRICULUM FOR HOMESCHOOLERS For ages 5-8 with Emily Yeagley Designed for individuals and groups! Learn about general subjects through a visual lens and hands-on exploration. This art integration class will allow students to develop artistic skills and techniques while learning age-appropriate basics in subjects such as language, mathematics, history, science and health. An in-depth exploration of the individual subjects will be further explored in the following sessions. Provide your child with a new way of entering a subject while they have fun creating art. Mondays, September 14-October 26 • 1-3pm (7 sessions) Mondays, November 2-December 14 • 1-3pm (7 sessions) $80 residents/$90 nonresidents MIXED MEDIA MANIA For ages 5-10 with Jackie Serpico Learn the principles and elements of design by creating cultural projects using a variety of media including paints, found objects, fabric, paper and more! Animal Abstraction Tuesdays, October 27-November 17 • 6-7:30pm (4 sessions) or Nature’s Wild Creations Tuesdays, November 24-December 15 • 6-7:30pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents FALL-THEMED CUPCAKES For ages 5-13 with Monica Marshall Explore fun techniques for decorating and personalizing fall-themed and Halloween cupcakes! At the time of your registration, you will be given a list of supplies. Saturday, October 24 • 10am-12pm (1 session) $15 residents/$25 nonresidents PAINTING EXPLORATION For ages 6-9 with Manique Buckmon Who said you can’t have fun and learn at the same time? Learn the basics of painting: explore color values, mixing and other principles of design while learning different techniques developed by famous painters. You will be given a supplies list at the time of your registration. Wednesday, September 23-October 14 • 5:30-7pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents
PAINT LIKE POP ARTISTS: Keith Haring and Jasper Johns For ages 6-9 with Manique Buckmon NEW! Study the bold and vibrant works of Haring’s graffiti-like paintings seen on the subways and city walls of New York City! Explore Haring’s drawing and painting techniques that reveal simple and playful forms that carry positive messages about community, peace and equality. Examine Johns’ popular paintings of everyday objects in America and his use of simple shapes and primary colors. Supplies list will be given at the time of registration. Wednesdays, October 21-November 11 • 5:30-7pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents FROM REALISM TO ABSTRACT AND BACK: Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso For ages 6-9 with Manique Buckmon During this workshop, students will learn about two modernist masters that bridged the gap between realism and abstraction through their vivid art. By focusing on the fundamentals of color, shape and composition, students will create drawings, paintings and collages inspired by Matisse and Picasso. Wednesdays, November 18-December 9 • 5:30-7pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents KIDS AND CLAY For ages 6-11 with Megan Trail For youth at any level of clay experience. In a fun and relaxing atmosphere, learn basic techniques of handbuilding (coil, pinch, slab) to express individuality and creativity. Projects will be colorful and creative — relating to the seasons, literature, music and more. Saturdays, September 12-October 10 • 9:30-11am (4 sessions) No class October 3 $50 residents/$55 nonresidents or Saturdays, October 17-November 7 • 9:30-11am (4 sessions) $50 residents/$55 nonresidents
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DRAWING FOR YOUTH For ages 9-12 with Alina Poroshina Continuing students are encouraged in this class! Children love to draw and they do so freely and with great joy. Preadolescents reach a point where they want to achieve new levels of realism in their work. To do this, they must learn to see with an artist’s eye. This course introduces methods to help reach their goals in a fun and productive way! They will concentrate on a variety of drawing types: still life, landscape and portraiture, while working with a diverse spectrum of media like graphite, charcoal and color pencil. Thursdays, September 24-November 12 • 4:30-6pm (8 sessions) $100 residents/$110 nonresidents COSTUME CRAFTING For ages 9-14 with Adam Goode NEW! Create wild costumes and amazing masks! Looking at three-dimensional forms with open source cube craft, cardboard, papier mache and paint! Saturday, November 14-December 19 • 12-2pm (5 sessions) No class 11/28 $75 residents/$85 nonresidents COMIC WORKSHOP FOR TWEENS AND TEENS For ages 9-14 with Adam Goode Create amazing comics! Learn character development skills by brainstorming character traits, symbols, powers and motivations. Character sheets, sequential art (graphic novel, manga, or animation keyframes) and story development will be explored. Wednesday, September 30-November 4 • 4:30-6:30pm (6 sessions) $90 residents/$100 nonresidents LAYING OUT COMICS WITH MANGA STUDIO PRO For ages 9-14 with Adam Goode Learn how to take your brilliant idea from sketch to screen with Manga Studio Pro. We will develop a script, develop scanned sketches into workable images and place them into panels complete with text boxes and dialogue in order to have a printable project. Wednesday, November 11-December 16 • 4:30-6:30pm (6 sessions) $90 residents/$100 nonresidents
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THE FOUNDATIONS OF ART FOR HOMESCHOOLERS For ages 9-15 with Alina Poroshina Parents and siblings welcome to stay in adjacent studio during class times. This course is designed to give homeschoolers the opportunity to discover the world of art in an active, classlike setting. Students will learn the elements and principles of art as they explore different methods and media. With these necessary tools, homeschoolers will be ready to purposefully discover who they are as an artist. Mondays, September 14-October 26 • 1-3pm (7 sessions) Mondays, November 2-December 14 • 1-3pm (7 sessions) $80 residents/$90 nonresidents PAINTING BY DESIGN For ages 10-14 with Kate Cavanaugh Expand your understanding of color theory and how to choose subjects for paintings from photographs. As a group, you will work on one painting together, exploring various ways to begin a composition. You will then choose your own subject matter for a painting. Mondays, September 28-October 19 • 5:45-7:15pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents PAINT LIKE POP ARTISTS: Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein For ages 10-14 with Kate Cavanaugh In this class, students will learn about Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, two pop artists that brought advertising to the world of fine arts. We’ll experiment with techniques like color blocking and printmaking to create graphic images inspired by media, comics and our own lives. Mondays, October 26-November 16 • 5:45-7:15pm (4 sessions) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents GR@FF!T! W%RK$H%P For ages 10-17 with Fidel Carey-Realmo Be artistically spontaneous and learn how to tap into your creative talents using spray paint, found objects and other materials! Tag a piece of furniture or object. You will make individual as well as group pieces. No experience necessary! Pizza lunch included! Saturdays, October 10-November 7 • 10am-1pm (5 sessions) $75 residents/$85 nonresidents Note:You can register for single days at $25 per day.
DRAWING FROM OBSERVATION For ages 11-14 with Liron Fisch Build your portfolio! Learn technical drawing skills to assist you in observational drawing. Foundations such as light, shadow, line and composition will be the focus of the class and drawings will be developed by carefully observing still life subject matters under light sources. You will use charcoal, pencils and pastel. All classes are four sessions. Traditional Still Life Drawings Mondays, September 28-October 19 • 5-7pm (4 sessions) $60 residents/$70 nonresidents Pastel/Color Still Life Drawing Mondays, October 26-November 16 • 5-7pm (4 sessions) $60 residents/$70 nonresidents Non-Traditional/Experimental Still Life Drawing Mondays, November 23-December 14 • 5-7pm (4 sessions) $60 residents/$70 nonresidents
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DA VINCI WORKSHOP For ages 12-17 with Alina Poroshina Learn to create your own paint palette from raw materials like the Renaissance master! Discover the lost art of silverpoint drawing to re-create the precise detail and realism favored by artists like da Vinci prior to the discovery of graphite. Beginners will be guided through understanding proportions, foreshortening, and expressive movement of hands and feet. Intermediate students will study drape, texture and fine hand detail drawing. Lastly, we will explore both historical and modern image transfer techniques combined with whimsical free-hand drawing as employed by artists of all levels. Saturdays, September 26-October 31 • 10am-12pm (5 sessions) No class 10/3 $75 residents/$85 nonresidents FIGURE DRAWING FOR TEENS For ages 12-17 with Alina Poroshina Improve your portfolio and observational drawing skills by drawing from live clothed models! In this workshop, students will get comfortable rendering the human face and form in charcoal, pencil and ink. We’ll learn about gesture, proportion, volume and foreshortening in order to achieve accurate and expressive works of art. Tuesdays, October 13-November 17 • 5-7pm (6 sessions) $100 residents /$110 nonresidents (includes model fee) TEEN WHEEL THROWING For ages 12-17 with Joe Vitek For both total beginners and those with clay experience! This class is designed for students who wish to learn the fundamental skills involved with making pottery on the wheel. All the basics from clay preparation, throwing techniques, and glazing will be taught, as well as opportunities for some hand-building. Learn how to make vases, mugs, bowls, and plates, as well as other forms according to ability and desire. Clay, use of tools, glazing and firing are included in tuition. Thursdays, September 17-November 5 • 4-6pm (8 sessions) $120 residents/$130 nonresidents
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FOR TWEENS &TEENS For ages 12-17 with Alina Poroshina
These workshops are designed for beginner and intermediate drawing level students. Improve your observational drawing skills in these workshops that will assist you in creating dynamic works to add to your portfolio. Enjoy pizza and meet other students passionate about art. Fun is guaranteed! Small supply list will be provided at the time of your registration.
$30 FOR EACH WORKSHOP; $125 OR ALL FIVE WORKSHOPS EXTREMITIES: GRAPHITE AND CHARCOAL DRAWING Create anatomically correct, realistic depiction of the extremities using graphite, water soluble graphite and charcoal on heavyweight paper. Saturday, November 14 • 11am-1:30pm (1 session) OBSERVATIONAL ART FROM LEONARDO DA VINCI Explore techniques for drawing authentic dissections of ordinary objects such as fruit, leaves, insects, ears, lips and human heads using various angles. Saturday, November 21 • 11am-1:30pm (1 session) DRAPE AND TEXTURE: GRAPHITE DRAWING Focus study of dramatic twists and falls of fabric, rope, crumbled paper, feather, fur and more using graphite and the reductive drawing technique and charcoal. Saturday, December 5 • 11am-1:30pm (1 session) IMAGE TRANSFER AND DISPLAY TECHNIQUES For displaying your work, enjoy exploring archival (acid-free) mounting techniques on wood and paper surfaces. Part of the workshop will be dedicated to image transfer on small scale wooden surfaces. Saturday, December 12 • 11am-1:30pm (1 session)
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ADULTS Ages 17and Older CALLIGRAPHY
ONE DAY WORKSHOPS
CERAMICS
INTRODUCTION/CONTINUING CALLIGRAPHY with Sandy Olson Beginning and continuing students welcome! Learn broad pen lettering to create Bookhand or Foundational basic minuscule and capitals. Perfect for poems, envelopes, signs and writing books! Have fun working with dip pens and black ink, as well as watercolors and gouache. At the time of your registration, a supply list will be provided to you. Tuesdays, October 6-27 • 7-9pm (4 sessions) $45 residents/$55 nonresidents
GIVE IT A SPIN with Joe Vitek Have you always wanted to try your hand at making something on the potter’s wheel? Then, this is the workshop for you! Learn how to center clay as well as throw a bowl and cylinder forms. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon. Students will decorate finished pieces using commercial under-glaze and slips. For age 18 and up. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work.
CERAMICS
Saturday, September 12 • 1-4pm (1 session) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents
NOTE: All ceramics students enrolled in fall 2015 classes can use open studio free of charge to practice their skills. Free open studio is available when classes are not in session. See listing of available open studio hours posted in the Ceramics Studio. Ceramic classes include use of studio equipment, all bisque firings, glazes and glaze firings for up to 20-25 medium sized pieces (approximately 200 cu. in. each) per session, e.g. 10 week session = 25 pieces, 8 week session = 20 pieces, etc. Students who wish to produce an excess of 25 medium pieces each session will be charged an additional firing fee per cubic inch. Individual tools and clay are not included. Please no production work.
CLASSES INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL: LEARNING TO LOVE CLAY Daytime Class with Nancy Ziegenfus McIntosh For beginner students and those with some clay experience. Learn the basics of working on the potter’s wheel. Wedge and center clay and learn how to turn basic thrown forms into beautiful vases, cups and bowls. Simple glazing and decorating techniques are also introduced. Supplies are available to purchase on the first day of class. Thursdays, September 17-November 19 • 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $285 residents/$295 nonresidents
FIRE IN THE GARDEN: COMMUNITY RAKU Join us for one of our Community Raku Workshops. For just $35 you get to choose three bisque pots to glaze, fire and take home — it’s a great way to get a few unique last-minute holiday gifts in the nick of time! No experience necessary, and instructors will be on hand to help you glaze and explain the firing process. Each person will get to participate in the firings at their own comfort level. With great music, hot dogs and burgers from the grill and beautiful pots from the kiln, it is sure to be a fabulous time! Saturday, December 5 • 11am-4pm or Saturday, December 12 • 11am-4pm $35 residents and nonresidents
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G RLS’ NIGHT OUT CLAY&CONVERSATION Enjoy an evening of fun and art with your girlfriends. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages! Girls’ Night Out provides a great way to spend a Thursday or Friday evening with your friends. Visit Columbia Art Center’s website for images of GNO projects at ColumbiaArtCenter.org. GIVE IT A TRY: LOW FIRE with Megan Trail For ladies age 21 and up! Have you always wanted to try your hand at making something with clay? Are you looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon with your gal pals, mother, daughter, aunt or sister? Try this fun sampling workshop! Using earthenware clay, learn how to handbuild with slab, coil and pinching techniques. You will then decorate your finished pieces with commercial under-glazes and slips. Please allow a minimum of two to three weeks for the drying and firing of works. This workshop provides a great preview for the full-term low fire class offered in the fall. Saturday, September 19 • 2-5pm (1 session) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents SLAB HAPPY with Janice Crum For ladies age 21 and up! Have you always wanted to try your hand at making something with clay? Are you looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon with your gal pals, mother, daughter, aunt or sister? Try this fun sampling workshop! Learn the basic methods of hand building with clay to construct your own unique ceramic jewelry boxes, plus techniques to stamp and carve your creations and paint them with colorful underglazes. Please allow a minimum of two to three weeks for the drying and firing of works. Friday, October 9 • 6:30-9pm (1 session) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents or Friday, December 4 • 6:30-9pm (1 session) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents
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INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL: LEARNING TO LOVE CLAY with Donna Lansman For beginner students and those with some clay experience. Learn the basics of working on the potter’s wheel. Wedge and center clay and learn how to turn basic thrown forms into beautiful vases, cups and bowls. Simple glazing and decorating techniques are also introduced. Supplies are available to purchase on the first day of class. Tuesdays, September 8-November 17 • 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) No class 9/22 $285 residents/$295 nonresidents INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WHEEL with Joe Vitek Expand and strengthen your throwing skills while developing your own personal style in clay. Basic shapes will be transformed into more complex forms. Sophisticated surface decoration will be explored using advanced glazing techniques, oxide and wax design elements and simple brushwork with slips. Tuesdays, September 15-November 17 • 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $285 residents/$295 nonresidents BEYOND THE BASICS IN WHEEL THROWING with Jann Tamburello This class will push you beyond your current proficiency level and comfort zone. Creating a ceramic piece requires successful completion of many different and complicated techniques which become easier when broken down into individual steps. Practice and hone these skills and as you do so, gain greater confidence to move on to more challenging projects. With the instructor’s help, you will refine your techniques and explore your own voice in clay. Wednesdays, September 16-November 18 • 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $285 residents/$295 nonresidents ADVANCED CERAMICS with Nancy Ziegenfus McIntosh NOTE: For students with intermediate handbuilding or wheel experience. Learn how to glaze and fire your works through a variety of firing techniques including reduction, pit and sager. Handbuilding and wheel demonstrations will be given each class. Details will be posted about firings scheduled throughout the session. Participation in firings is limited to students enrolled in the class. Thursdays, September 17-November 19 • 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $285 residents/$295 nonresidents
CERAMICS SPECIAL TOPIC
SERIES THE CARVED SURFACE ON CLAY with Yoshi Fujii Designed for intermediate and advanced students. This four-week course will focus on carving techniques used at several stages of the ceramic process. Students will work with a high-fire white clay and/or porcelain as a base for developing highly textured surfaces by using stamping, carving and erosion techniques. Students should bring wet and leather-hard pots to each class for practicing the techniques shown. Wednesdays, September 30-October 21 6:30-9pm (4 sessions) $100 residents/$110 nonresidents
GLAZING 102: HOW TO MAKE GLAZES WORK FOR YOU with Christina McCleary Designed for beginning and intermediate students. The glazed surface remains one of the major challenges for those working in clay. Aspects of glaze composition, fit, and function will be discussed. Demonstrations will focus on intermediate and advanced multi-layered techniques. Students will learn step-by-step how to develop a palette of color with which to work, as well as how to approach creating complementary forms. Students should bring bisque pots to each class for practicing the techniques shown. Wednesdays, October 28-November 18 6:30-9pm (4 sessions) $100 residents/$110 nonresidents
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CERAMICS LOW FIRE WORKSHOPS
OBJECTS & ACCESSORIES: UNIQUE DECOR PROJECTS with Megan Trail NEW! For beginner students and those with some clay experience. With a variety of handbuilding techniques coupled with the use of underglazes and post firing effects create a series of decorative objects perfect for gift giving or home improvement. This class will cover jewelry making, wall decor, table settings, ornaments, and more. Thursdays, September 24-October 15 • 6:30-9pm (4 sessions) $100 residents/$110 nonresidents SURFACE INTENSIVE: AN INK-LING OF IMAGINATION with Megan Trail Introductory/Intermediate levels. Imagine, Ink, and Invent! Are you looking for a way to finally unify the two-dimensional with the three-dimensional? If so, image transfer is the process for you! In this special topic series, students will learn screen printing techniques, newsprint transfer and what is needed to set up, create and realize image transfer onto clay. Thursdays, October 29-November 19 • 6:30-9pm (4 sessions) $125 residents/$135 nonresidents LOW-FIRE: EXPLORATIONS IN TERRA COTTA with Christina McCleary In this intermediate/advanced class, you will learn pinch, coil, slab and handbuilding techniques and gain both ability and personal style in clay. Demonstrations of functional, figurative and abstract forms will guide you in developing individual works of art. You are welcome to complete class assignments or work on your own personal projects. Assignments may include plates, goblets, figurines, compound extruded forms, birdhouses, beads, tiles and much more. Explore uses of hand-made stamps, found objects and alternative firing techniques to make and finish your work. Saturdays, September 12-November 14 11:30am-2pm (8 sessions) No class 10/3 or 10/10 $200 residents/$210 nonresidents
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INDEPENDENT STUDY Designed as independent studio time for advanced ceramic students to pursue personal projects during day and weekend hours when classes are not in session. There is no instruction. Students must be experienced with the studio equipment, clay and glaze use and clean-up processes. Please no production work. Prerequisite: One Columbia Art Center intermediate level ceramics class and teacher approval. September 14-November 20 (10 weeks) $255 residents/$265 nonresidents
CRAFTS JOURNALED CANVAS with Anna DeBose-Hankins Imagine taking thoughts, quotes and images meaningful to you and creating a stunning work of art that will both inspire and speak to you each day you view it! Using alternating layers of text, transparent and opaque paints and stencils, transform a blank canvas into a beautiful oneof-a-kind art piece. Please bring toner-based black and white copies of journal pages, quotes and other words and images that have meaning to you. Monday, October 5 • 10am-12pm (1 session) $30 residents/$40 nonresidents UNIQUELY YOU JOURNAL with Anna DeBose-Hankins Why purchase a journal when you can easily create a beautiful journal that is uniquely you? Imagine having a special space of your own where you’re inspired to share your thoughts and ideas: In this workshop we will use the easy to learn pamphlet stitch to create two beautiful handcrafted journals - one to keep and one to share. Once you get the hang of the pamphlet stitch you may soon find yourself making a few of them to have on hand! A hand-stitched journal makes a thoughtful and beautiful gift. Monday, October 19 • 10am-12pm (1 session) $30 residents/$40 nonresidents HAND-PAINTED METAL MIRROR with Anna DeBose-Hankins Create a beautiful hand-painted mirror that can stand on its own as a beautiful art piece for your home! Wow yourself and your guests with this one of a kind art piece made by you! You’ll be amazed at the beautiful results you can achieve with alcohol inks and metal. Monday, November 9 • 10am-12pm (1 session) $30 resident/$40 nonresidents
SUNFLOWER ONE STROKE WORKSHOP with Nancy J. Smith, Elite Level 2 OSCI Learn to paint sunflowers using the quick and easy One Stroke technique. Paint sunflowers on a wood frame using acrylic paint. No experience necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Most supplies provided. Monday, September 21 • 6-9pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents PUMPKINS WELCOME SIGN ONE STROKE WORKSHOP with Nancy J. Smith, Elite Level 2 OSCI Using acrylic paint and the One Stroke technique, create a fun, seasonal welcome sign that features a pair of pumpkins and vine. No experience necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Most supplies provided. Tuesday, October 13 • 6-9pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents CONTEMPORARY REINDEER ONE STROKE WORKSHOP with Nancy J. Smith, Elite Level 2 OSCI Paint a contemporary reindeer with attitude using acrylic paint and the One Stroke technique. No experience necessary. All skill levels are welcome. Most supplies provided. Monday, November 16 • 6-9pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents SNOWMAN ONE STROKE WORKSHOP with Nancy J. Smith, Elite Level 2 OSCI Enjoy painting a snowman in a snow covered field using acrylic paint and the One Stroke technique. No experience necessary — all skill levels are welcome! Most supplies provided. Tuesday, December 8 • 6-9pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents CHINA PAINTING WORKSHOP with Sarah Snowden China Painting is the application of overglaze paints on porcelain which is then kiln fired, bonding the paints to the glaze. Create your own work of art through paint application and manipulation on porcelain tiles. Project ideas and materials will be provided. Pieces will be fired and ready for pickup at the Art Center within one week following the workshop. Register now — class is limited to six participants!
CULINARY FALL-THEMED CUPCAKES For ages 5-13 with Monica Marshall Learn fun and different techniques for decorating and personalizing fall-themed and Halloween cupcakes! At the time of your registration, you will be given a small list of supplies. Saturday, October 24 • 10am-12pm (1 session) $15 residents/$25 nonresidents GINGERBREAD HOUSE WORKSHOP For all ages with Monica Marshall Note: Children under 7 should be accompanied by guardian. Create your own holiday gingerbread house! You will assemble gingerbread houses in teams using royal icing. Images contributed by a local bakery will be discussed (while the icing is drying) to illustrate how the gingerbread pieces were made. The gingerbread style of architecture will be reviewed, and students will have an opportunity to make elevation drawings prior to decorating their creations. Cookie pieces and icing will be provided, but you can bring any additional items to decorate your gingerbread house. Saturday, December 12 • 9:30am-12pm (1 session) $25 per house for both residents and nonresidents
DIGITAL ARTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS WITH YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA with Dennis Gilbert Are you ready to move beyond snapshots? If so, this is the workshop for you! Through photo assignments, discussion and demonstration, explore camera operation in both manual and automatic modes and examine the elements of composition to learn what makes a good photograph. Adjusting photo images with your computer using Adobe Photoshop Elements® will also be introduced. Fridays, October 9-23 • 10am-12pm (3 sessions) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents
Saturday, October 24 • 11:30am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, December 5 • 11:30am-1:30pm (1 session) $30 residents/$40 nonresidents
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GUEST ARTIST WORKSHOP WATERCOLOR PAINTING VS. OIL PAINTING: CONCEPTS, DEMOS AND HANDS-ON
Steve Fleming You will love this unique workshop designed for watercolor artists and oil painters alike with some experience in either media. The same subject will be demonstrated in both mediums giving the negatives and positives of each medium. Steve will discuss composition, concept and focus of the painting as they apply to both mediums. Working from a photograph, Steve will do a quick demonstration in each medium in the morning on both Saturday and Sunday. The remainder of each day you will be working on your own painting in your choice of medium. Steve Fleming is an artist who works in watercolor, acrylic and oil. He teaches for The Art League in Alexandria, Virginia, as well as workshops across the country and abroad. His goal as an artist is to be creative; his goal as a teacher is to help his students learn to interpret the world around them, not to promote the belief the goal of art is the perfect rendering of a subject. For more images and art see Steve’s website at stevenhfleming.com. Saturday-Sunday, October 17-18 • 10am-4pm (2 sessions) $130 resident/$140 nonresident
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INTRODUCTION to DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY with Dennis Gilbert Learn the basic concepts of photography through the use of a digital camera and other digital media. Processing, adjusting, printing and transmission of digital images will be covered. Using the industry standard, Adobe Photoshop Elements®, digital workflow and image adjustments will be presented. Discussion will include composition, proper exposure and the fundamentals of a good photograph. You will be encouraged to develop your own photographic voice. Fridays, November 6-December 4 • 10am-12pm (4 sessions) No class 11/27 $55 residents/$65 nonresidents
DRAWING AND PAINTING NOTE: All drawing and painting students enrolled in Fall 2015 classes are welcome to use open studio free of charge to practice their skills. Free open studio is available when classes are not in session. Please check with front office for available open studio time.
CLASSES INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR with Bob Coe Perfect whether you’re trying watercolor painting for the first time or to refresh your skills! Explore the basics of watercolor through observing demonstrations on a variety of skills and concepts. After each class demonstration, students will have time to work on their own paintings. Continuing students in need of a refresher course are welcome to take the class! Tuesdays, September 29-November 10 • 7-9pm (7 sessions) $120 residents/$130 nonresidents RIGHT BRAIN DRAWING with Carol Zika For ages 16 and up! This course will unleash the artist within you! For the serious adventurer willing to take some risks, you will learn the necessary skills through fun and unusual exercises. Continuing students are encouraged to join the class and work on individual projects under the instructor’s supervision. Bring 11x14 spiral drawing pad. Other supplies available from instructor. Saturdays, September 12-November 14 • 1-3pm (8 sessions) No class 10/3 and 10/17 $160 residents/$170 nonresidents
PEN AND INK DRAWING with Carol Zika Beginners will be introduced to the use of pen strokes such as hatching, cross-hatching, stippling, contour lines and scumbling to create value and texture in ink drawings. This time-honored medium can be applied to finely detailed work, as well as to loose sketching. Continuing students will work from their own photographs or field sketches and can begin to combine ink drawings with watercolor. Bring a good quality spiral drawing pad, and size 03 Micron Pigma black pen (or an equivalent with archival, permanent ink.) Saturday, October 24-November 14 • 10am-12pm (4 sessions) $60 residents/$70 nonresidents INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with Joyce Bell This class, designed for continuing watercolor students, will focus on the principles of design which will guide you to better composition for your paintings. Wednesdays, September 30-December 2 • 10am-12pm (10 sessions) $165 residents/$175 nonresidents BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING with Trudy Babchak Put aside those fears of oil painting and discover its charm and beauty! Learn to mix colors and apply paints. Create paintings from sources such as still-lifes, landscapes, master paintings, photographs and portraits. Beginning and continuing students are welcome to take the class. Supplies list will be given out at the first class. Thursdays, September 24-December 3 • 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) No class 11/26 $170 residents/$180 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO ACRYLICS with Alina Poroshina Explore the versatile medium of acrylics! Using various mediums and gels, learn techniques in color mixing, basic blocking in and building up and how to create different surfaces. Enjoy weekly demonstrations by the instructor. No experience needed. Wednesdays, October 7-November 11 • 6-8pm (6 sessions) $110 residents/$120 nonresidents
DRAWING & PAINTING SAMPLING WORKSHOPS DABBLE IN WATERCOLOR with Robert Coe Have you ever wanted to try watercolor painting but weren’t sure how to get started? This sampling workshop is for you! In a comfortable, learning atmosphere, enjoy trying your hand at creativity and watercolor painting. You will be instructed in fun, hands-on exercises, as well as have the opportunity to watch teacher demonstrations. Bring a friend for a fun and creative morning outing! Light refreshments will be served. All supplies included. Tuesday, September 15 • 6-8pm (1 session) $30 for both residents and nonresidents Note: If you take this workshop and decide to enroll in a full session Fall 2015 watercolor class, you will get $15 off your class tuition. SUMI-E MINI WORKSHOP with Yolanda Koh Whether you have been painting for years or have never picked up a brush, you’ll love learning this fast, easy, freehand method of painting. Explore the basic strokes of painting and learn to put them together to form flowers, landscapes and still-lifes in the style of Chinese brush painting. Each workshop will provide a different curriculum. You will never repeat a lesson. Returning students are encouraged to take the workshop. Rice paper is available to purchase from the teacher for $1 per sheet. Sunday, September 13 • 1:30-3:30pm (1 session) or Sunday, October 1 • 1:30-3:30pm (1 session) or Sunday, November 8 • 1:30-3:30pm (1 session) $30 per session for residents $40 per session for nonresidents NOTE: $15 off your total tuition when you sign up for all three workshops. Continued on next page
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DRAWING & PAINTING SAMPLING WORKSHOPS DABBLE IN OIL PAINTING with Trudy Babchak In a relaxed learning environment, enjoy dabbling in oil painting. You will be guided in hands-on exercises, as well as watch teacher demonstrations of the medium. Bring a friend for a fun afternoon outing. Light refreshments will be served. All supplies included. Thursday, September 17 • 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $30 for both residents and nonresidents Note: If you take this workshop and decide to enroll in a full session oil painting class, you will receive $15 off your class tuition. ®
EXPERIMENTAL WATERCOLOR ON YUPO with Yolanda Koh Learn how to create a watercolor painting on Yupo®, a synthetic paper that gives unique, amazing results. Using negative shapes, monotypes and techniques for wiping off colors, create interesting images and textures on Yupo®. Various materials will be used to create unique textures, including mesh, bubble wrap, plastic wrap and a needlepoint panel. Bring your watercolors, brushes and imprint materials. Yupo® paper will be available to purchase from the instructor at the workshop at $2 per sheet. Beverages and desserts will be provided with a one-hour lunch break from 12-1pm. Sunday, October 4 • 10am-3pm (1 session) $55 residents/$65 nonresidents CONTINUING COLORED PENCIL with Deborah Maklowski Designed for continuing students! Build on the knowledge and skills gained in the introductory workshop (or your own experience) to take your colored pencil art to the next level. Work on individual colored pencil drawing projects based on your own chosen photographs. Your instructor will work with you to develop a concept, select materials and techniques and offer technical and aesthetic guidance as you progress with your project. Informal group
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critiques will be a part of the learning process. There will be a final individual critique that will leave you with a plan aimed at bringing your project to a successful finish. Saturdays, October 10, 17, 31, November 7, 14, December 5 • 10am-1pm (6 sessions) $125 residents/$135 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO SILK PAINTING with Abby Song If you love wearable art and have always wanted to try painting on silk, then this is the workshop for you! Explore many easy techniques and steps to express yourself using colors on silk. Most supplies provided; there will be a small supplies list given to you at the time of your registration. Saturday, September 12 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, October 10 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, November 7 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, December 5 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) $35 residents/$45 nonresidents CONTINUING SILK PAINTING with Abby Song NEW! This workshop is designed for continuing students who want to enhance their silk painting techniques and hone their own expression of creative style. Learn how to stretch silk and explore advanced silk painting techniques in this workshop. Saturday, September 19 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, October 17 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, November 14 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) or Saturday, December 12 • 10am-1:30pm (1 session) $35 residents/$45 nonresidents LIFE DRAWING/PAINTING: OPEN STUDIO AFTERNOON Join your fellow artists in open studio modeling sessions. Work independently from a live model during short and long poses. Class will be monitored, but no instruction will be offered. Bring your own media of choice: paints, pencils, charcoal, paper, canvas, etc. Easels, tables, chairs and model set-up will be supplied. Model fee included in tuition. Thursdays, Sept 10, 17, 24; Oct 1, 8, 15; Nov 5, 12, 19; Dec 3, 10, 17, 12:30-3:30pm Pay per session or drop-in: $40 for three sessions or $15 per drop-in.
FIBER INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING OR CROCHET with Anna Tai For beginners and beyond! You have the choice of learning either knitting or crochet to learn in this fun basics workshop. In knitting, you will learn how to cast on, master the knit and purl stitches and how to cast off. In crochet, you will learn the chain stitch (for foundation chain), single crochet and double crochet stitches. A supplies list will be given to you at the time of your registration. You are also welcome to reserve supplies with the instructor for a nominal fee: $8 for knitting supplies or $5 for crochet supplies. Saturday, October 24 • 9:30-11:30am (1 session) or Saturday, November 21 • 9:30-11:30am (1 session) $20 residents/$30 nonresidents
FLORAL DESIGN AUTUMN GRAPEVINE WREATH with Carolyn Parsa Adorn your door with your own creation this year! Working with silk flowers, create a wreath full of fall blooms — in this class each student will learn a few wreath designs and then make a grapevine wreath in their own style! Learn to make a professional bow to add that finishing touch to your project. Class requires a $12 supplies fee, payable to instructor. Wednesday, September 9 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents FAIRY GARDEN with Carolyn Parsa Using dried and silk flowers, stones, sea shells, and other found objects, stretch your imagination and build a garden for your fairies. In this workshop we will be using all dried materials, so our arrangements will last. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any found objects or small statues you want to use in your design. Class requires a $12 supplies fee, payable to instructor. Wednesday, September 16 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents WOODLAND FLORAL BASKET with Carolyn Parsa Work with fresh and dried flowers combined with turning leaves and branches from the yard to create a whimsical basket. In this workshop, you will start with the basics of materials, tools, and design and learn how to have fun with them while making up original and personal designs! Class requires a $20 supplies fee, payable to instructor. Monday, October 26 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents
DRAWING & PAINTING SAMPLING WORKSHOPS BASICS ZENTANGLE with Deanna Williford, CZT Explore this popular art form of drawing which is an easy-to-learn and relaxing method of drawing structured patterns. Anyone who thinks he or she is a non-artist can learn! Calligraphers, mixed media artists and journal enthusiasts enjoy adding some zing to your creations with Zentangle patterns as embellishments. This approach to drawing will help you to increase your focus and creativity. Children seven years or older are welcome to enroll if accompanied by an enrolled adult. A $5 supplies fee (for a mini Zentangle kit) will be collected at the beginning of the class by the teacher. This same kit may be used for any additional Zentangle workshops. Saturday, October 10 • 10:30am-1pm (1 session) $30 for both residents and nonresidents INTERMEDIATE ZENTANGLE NO. 4 with Deanna Williford, CZT Those with some previous Zentangle experience will enjoy this class as they learn more about shading, value, composition and more challenging tangles (patterns). A special surprise project is planned for this workshop! Materials needed are a Micron 01 pen and lead pencil. Instructor will provide other necessary materials. Children ages seven and up are welcome to enroll if accompanied by an adult. Zentangle books and supplies will be available for purchase. Saturday, November 7 • 10:30am-1pm (1 session) $30 for both residents and nonresidents
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WOODLAND AUTUMN CENTERPIECE with Carolyn Parsa Bring the color of fall indoors with a whimsical centerpiece. Impress your guests with a personal touch at your Thanksgiving table this year! Combine a simple supermarket bouquet with dried and fresh branches and leaves from the yard into a creative floral arrangement. In this workshop, you will start with the basics of materials, tools, and design and learn how to have fun with them while making up original and personal designs! Class requires a $15 supplies fee, payable to instructor. Wednesday, November 18 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresident
FUSED GLASS FUSED GLASS SQUARE BOWL SAMPLING WORKSHOP with Jean Marie Mettee and Chaya Schapiro Back by popular demand! Are you fascinated by the beauty and richness of fused glass? Learn basic fused glass techniques and create your own fused glass square bowl. Bring your friends for a fun, creative morning! Light refreshments will be available. Your creation will be ready for pickup within two to three weeks following the workshop. Note: If you take this workshop and decide to enroll in a full session introductory fused glass class during the Fall 2015 session or the Winter 2016 session, you will get $15 off your class tuition. Saturday, September 12 • 10am-1pm (1 session) or Saturday, November 21 • 10am-1pm (1 session) $45 residents/$55 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO FUSED GLASS with Jean Marie Mettee Learn the process of fusing glass by incorporating techniques such as etching, mold-making, stenciling, casting, painting and slumping. Create jewelry, tiles, 3-dimensional pieces, bowls and plates using 90 COE and dichroic glass, frit, stringers and metal inclusions. Use of tools and some supplies are included in the tuition fee. Mondays, September 28-November 9 • 6:30-9pm (7 sessions) $215 residents/$225 nonresidents
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CONTINUING FUSED GLASS with Jean Marie Mettee Enhance your knowledge of glass fusing by exploring advanced fusing techniques for your individual projects. Combine glass with ceramics or precious metal clay, make a glass tile floor design, show-stopper jewelry or add a new dimension to your stained glass work. Use of tools and some supplies are included in the tuition fee. More extensive works will require purchase of additional glass. Wednesdays, September 30-November 11 • 6:30-9pm (7 sessions) $215 residents/$225 nonresidents
JEWELRY WIRE WRAPPED PENDANT with Jill Babchak Learn how to make gorgeous wire wrapped pendants by implementing basic jewelry making techniques. You’ll learn how to manipulate wire and beads into a variety of shapes and designs to create one-of-a-kind jewelry. These pendants make great gifts or additions to your own jewelry collection. When you register, you will receive a list of supplies to purchase. Alternatively, students may purchase a basic supply kit for $10 from the instructor at the class. Jewelry pliers and other tools will be provided. Saturday, October 17 • 1-3pm (1 session) or Saturday, November 21 • 1-3pm (1 session) or Saturday, December 12 • 1-3pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents BEADED NECKLACE AND BRACELET SET with Carolyn Parsa Using your own individual style, put together your favorite colors and make a one-of-a-kind necklace and bracelet set. Learn how to design with beads, string them and crimp a closure to make necklaces and bracelets. You will be given a supplies list when you sign up. Monday October 5 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents LEATHER WRAP BRACELET with Carolyn Parsa Learn to make a trendy wrap bracelet using leather cord, beads and charms. Beads are sewn between two leather cords to make a long strand which then wraps around the wrist. The design can be extended to wrap as many times as you desire; however, for this class we will make one that wraps two times around and uses a charm or button for the closure. You will be given a supplies list when you sign up. Monday October 26 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents
INTRODUCTION TO WIRE WRAPPING with Carolyn Parsa Expand your jewelry making skills by learning to work with wire. In this workshop, you will start with making simple and wrapped loops, then advance to spiral wrapped beads and wrapped bead pendants. You can use your wrapped beads to make earrings, bracelets or pendants. You will be given a supplies list when you sign up. Wednesday, November 11 • 6-8pm (1 session) $25 residents/$35 nonresidents
MOSAICS MOSAIC MIRROR WORKSHOP with Christina McCleary Back by popular demand! Explore the basics of mosaic design in this fun workshop! Learn how to cut and position tiles, and grout your own design. You will be given a framed mirror, supplies, grout and tiles, but you are welcome to bring additional beads, ceramics pieces, seashells, broken china or other accents to decorate your work. Your finished project will be ideal for home-decorating or gift-giving. This workshop promises to provides a fun art experience for groups of friends or family members. Continuing students are welcome to take the workshop and try new techniques with more advanced designs. Wednesdays, November 11-18 • 6:30-9pm (2 sessions) $40 residents/$50 nonresidents
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Saturday, October 3 6:30-9pm
empty bowls Bowled Over Charity
fundraiser Columbia Art Center will host Empty Bowls, a charity fundraiser, to raise money in the fight against hunger. Proceeds support Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center. To purchase tickets call 410-730-0075 or visit Columbia Art Center.
6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia, 21045 410-730-0075 • ColumbiaArtCenter.org Email: Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org Gallery Hours; Mon-Thu: 9:30am-9:30pm, Fri: 9:30am-5pm, Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun:11am-5pm
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Columbia Art Center
RENTALRATES
Columbia Art Center rentals are available in our art galleries, studio rooms and Japanese garden. Enjoy a unique setting filled with original art for your next event. Art displays change regularly. Our rooms accommodate bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings, art and craft group meetings, lectures, art project rentals, birthday parties and celebrations of all sorts, even small weddings. Columbia Art Center provides tables and chairs. Room setup and take down are responsibility of renter. Please allow setup and take-down time in your rental timeframe. For an additional fee, Columbia Art Center can set up room. Catering is not provided by Columbia Art Center. Please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org for more information or to reserve your rental.
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Studio One.................................$60 Weekdays $90 Weekends ...........Table Seating 35, Chairs/Standing 55
Studio Two ...........................................$55 Weekdays $80 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20
Main Gallery*......................................$75 Weekdays $110 Weekends .........Table Seating 40, Chairs/Standing 50
Window Gallery*.................................$70 Weekdays $105 Weekends .........Table Seating 25, Chairs/Standing 35
Main and Window Galleries* .............$125 Weekdays $185 Weekends .......Table Seating 60, Chairs/Standing 95
Galleries* and Studio One....................$175 Weekdays $260 Weekends .......Table Seating 100, Chairs/Standing 140
Japanese Garden .................................$100 Weekdays $150 Weekends .......Table Seating 30, Chairs/Standing 60
Stained Glass/Jewelry Studio...............$55 Weekdays $80 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20
Digital Room ........................................$75 Weekdays $110 Weekends .........7 at Computers, 15 at Table
Studio Three.........................................$55 Weekdays $80 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20 *Rentals in galleries are contingent on type of show on exhibit.
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Class Policies & Procedures INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY If Howard County public schools are closed due to inclement weather, the Columbia Art Center will not hold daytime adult classes or any youth classes. For information regarding adult afternoon and evening classes and all weekend classes, please call the Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075.
DISCOUNTS Individuals who live or work full-time on Columbia Association assessed property pay the discounted “Resident “ tuition for classes. All others must pay the “Non-Resident “ tuition. Access to CA facilities and programs may be denied to a Columbia Resident (member or non-member) whose property is the subject of a covenant violation referred to the Architectural Resource Committee for Action.
SUPPLIES Adult students are responsible for purchasing their own materials for most classes. Refer to course description for clarification or call Columbia Art Center for additional information. A supply list for adult classes will be supplied upon registration.
CANCELLATION AND TUITION REFUNDS Columbia Art Center reserves the right to cancel any class for any reason. In the event the Art Center must cancel a class, refund of tuition is guaranteed. Tuition cannot be credited, prorated or refunded after the first day of class. No prorated tuitions will be given; full tuition is required. If you have any questions about the content or focus of the class, please contact Columbia Art Center before the class begins.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY Columbia Art Center has a zero tolerance policy for class disruption and aggression towards staff, instructors, students and visitors. Any type of aggressive behavior may be grounds for removal from Columbia Art Center. Columbia Art Center reserves the right to suspend or terminate class participation and usage of Columbia Art Center for inappropriate or abusive behavior or class disruption. No credits or refunds will be granted.
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Admission is open to everyone. Advanced registration is required and early enrollment is advised to reserve a space in each class and to avoid possible cancellation. A class will be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met three days prior to the class beginning. Several classes have pre-requisites. Please read course descriptions carefully. PAYMENT Full payment must accompany the registration form and is required to hold your space in class. Registration and payment may be done in person, by mail, by fax, or over the phone. Tuition can be paid by check or credit card (Mastercard, Visa and American Express accepted). Please make check payable to Columbia Art Center.
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Release, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement In consideration for being allowed to use Columbia Association, Inc.’s ( “CA “) facilities and equipment, participate in any of CA’s classes and programs or avail myself of CA’s services (collectively, “CA activities “), I agree to abide by all rules established by CA. I hereby release CA, its officers, employees, instructors, trainers, agents or representatives (the “Releasees “) from all liability to the undersigned, my representatives, heirs and assigns, for any and all claims for any loss, damage, theft of personal property, personal injury, bodily injury or death, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, arising as a result of CA activities. I further waive and covenant not to sue Releasees for any such claims. I am voluntarily participating in CA activities with knowledge of the possible dangers involved, and hereby agree to accept any and all inherent risks of bodily injury, death or property damage. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage or cost, including attorneys’ fees, they may incur due to my CA activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise. I further agree that this Release and Indemnity Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of the State of Maryland and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, the remainder of the Agreement will continue in full legal force and effect. I affirm that I am of legal age, am freely signing this Agreement, and if the participant in CA activities is a minor, that I am the parent or legal guardian of that minor. I have read this Agreement and fully understand that I am giving up legal rights and remedies that I, and if applicable, my spouse, the minor, or a legal guardian for the minor might have now or in the future.
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bowls & fundraiser is just around GALLERY PAINT NIGHT SEE PAGE 7
FIELD TRIP SERIES SEE PAGE 5
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