Columbia Art Center Spring 2017 Catalogue by Columbia Association

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IN CERAMICS, WOOD PAINTING & COLORED PENCIL DRAWING!

TAKE NOTE COLUMBIA ART CENTER CELEBRATES COLUMBIA’S 50TH BIRTHDAY WITH SPRING-THEMED GALLERY SHOWS.

Check out free events with Rep Stage, HoCoPoLitSo, and Little Patuxent Review!

I love all the friendly people at Columbia Art Center. The variety of classes inspire me to broaden my palette! — Cecelia, artist

WELCOME COLUMBIA

CONTENTS

Gift Shop �� 3 Spectacular Spring Events! �� 4 Exhibitions �� 4 Play Reading with Rep Stage �� 5 Salon Series with Little Patuxent Review �� 5 Literary Reading Series with HoCoPoLitSo �� 5 Art History Lectures �� 6 Maryland-Themed Wood Workshop �� 6 Office Art Rescue �� 7 Free Family Art Frenzy �� 7 Art Parties for Youth and Teens �� 8-9 Paint Night Parties �� 9 School’s Out Programs �� 10 Parent/Child and Preschool �� 11 Home-school �� 11 Grandparent/Grandchild �� 12 Youth & Teen Classes �� 13 Young Artist Mastery Program �� 13 Super Sunday Art Workshops �� 13 Kids and Clay �� 14 Abstraction as a First Language �� 14 Wildlife Art �� 14 Painting Exploration �� 14 Drawing Series 102: All Drawing Medium �� 14 Wildlife Art �� 14 Comic Workshop for Tweens and Teens �� 15 Greeting Card Illustration �� 15

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CENTER Experiments with Splatter Painting �� Graffiti Workshop �� Drawing Series 201: Drawing From Observation �� Drawing Series 202: Drawing From Observation with Color �� The Art of Fashion, Modeling and Magazine Publishing �� Teen Wheel-throwing �� Ready! Set! Print T-shirts! ��

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Adult Classes & Workshops �� 16 Ceramics �� 16-19 Crafts �� 19 Digital Arts and Photography �� 19-20 Drawing, Painting and Pastels �� 20-23 Floral Design �� 23 Healing Arts �� 24 Fused Glass �� 25 Jewelry �� 25-26 Mosaics �� 26 Registration �� 27 Class Policies �� 29 Severe Weather Policy, Discounts, Supplies, Cancellations & Tuition, Refunds Rental Rates �� 30

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The COLUMBIA ART CENTER is home to a The COLUMBIA ART CENTER is home to a conglomerate of classes including ceramics, drawing, photography conglomerate of classes including ceramics, drawing, photography and more. Please call 410-730-0075 for more information. Art Center • 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia • artstaff@columbiaassociation.com and more. Please callColumbia 410-730-0075 for more information.

Columbia Art Center • 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia • artstaff@columbiaassociation.com

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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 connecting with local arts organizations and community businesses to create diverse opportunities.

OVERVIEW Columbia Art Center offers year-round art classes, rotating gallery exhibitions, a 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 each of us. Explore is as d Association’s i s t i n c tCommunity and u n i qServices u e asDepartment of Columbia and its many genres and discover the right artistic expression for you. has been part of Columbia Association for 30 years. It has been a The COLUMBIA ART CENTER is home to a functioning arts school for more than 40 years and was formerly conglomerate of classes including ceramics, drawing, photography knownand as the Antioch Arts College. for more information. more. PleaseVisual call 410-730-0075

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is as d i s t i n c t and u n i q u e as each of us. Explore its many genres and discover the right artistic expression for you.

The COLUMBIA ART CENTER is home to a conglomerate of classes including ceramics, drawing, photography and more. Please call 410-730-0075 for more information. Columbia Art Center • 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia • artstaff@columbiaassociation.com

is as d i s t i n c t and u n i q u e as each of us. Explore its many genres and discover the right artistic expression for you.

Columbia Art Center • 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia • artstaff@columbiaassociation.com

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. CONTACT 6 100 Foreland Garth • Columbia, MD • 21045 Telephone • 410-730-0075 Website • ColumbiaArtCenter.org EMAIL General Information Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org Liz Henzey, Director

Liz.Henzey@ColumbiaAssociation.org Donna Lonegro, Front Desk Supervisor

Donna.Lonegro@ColumbiaAssociation.org HOURS Monday-Thursday • 9:30am-9pm Friday • 9:30am-5pm Saturday • 9am-5pm Sunday • 11am-5pm STAFF

Liz Henzey • Director Donna Lonegro • Front Desk Supervisor Trudy Babchak • Gallery and Special Events Specialist

FRONT DESK FACILITATORS Liron Fisch Michael Bargamian Barbara Herschman

Monica Herber • Programs Manager Robyn Gavigan • Youth Programs Assistant Christina McCleary • Ceramics Studio Manager Edna Knox-Davin • Ceramics Studio Assistant Jann Tamburello • Glaze Lab Manager Nancy McIntosh • Kiln Technician

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COVER PHOTO by Rich Riggins

SPECTACULAR EVENTS EXHIBITIONS ➤ April 1-23

➤ April 26-May 7

Main and Window Galleries

Healing Hands/Words of Inspiration

Reservoir High School Advanced Art Showcase

Blossoms of Hope Invitational Theme Show

In honor of Columbia’s 50th Birthday, this exhibition celebrates 50 original artist works and 50 corresponding original writings (poems, letters, short essays) relating to the theme of “Healing Hands.” Proceeds benefit Blossoms of Hope, which supports the Claudia Mayer/Tina Broccolino Cancer Resource Center and other causes. Sponsored by Columbia Association’s Volunteer Center Serving Howard County, Blossoms of Hope of Howard County, Howard County Poetry and Literature Society; and Columbia Art Center. Reception: Friday, April 7, 6-8pm

➤ April 5-20 Studio 1 Gallery

Kindness Creates Community

2017 Choose Civility Poster and Video Exhibit This exhibition features artworks created by youth and teens reflecting the 2017 theme of “Kindness Creates Community.” Sponsored by Columbia Art Center, Howard County Library System and Howard County Public School System. Reception and Awards Ceremony: Wednesday, April 5, 5:30-7pm

This exhibition features a sampling of portfolios from 20 of Reservoir High School’s most dedicated student artists. Be amazed by the incredible skills, thematic conceptual ideas and personal voices in a variety of styles and mediums from these upcoming artists. Reception: Sunday, April 30, 2-4pm

➤ May 18-June 25 Main and Window Galleries

ARTrospective Ceramics Exhibit Celebrating Columbia’s 50th Birthday

In this retrospective exhibition, a variety of ceramics works created by instructors and students of Columbia Art Center since its creation in the early 1970s will be featured. A panel discussion with some of the exhibiting artists, titled New Technology in an Age-Old Art, will be held Monday, June 5, 7-8:30pm, free of charge. Gala Reception: Saturday, May 20, 6-9pm

REP STAGE PLAY READING ➤ Monday, May 1, 7-8:30pm All She Must Possess

By Susan McCully • Directed by Joseph Ritsch Presented by Rep Stage of Howard Community College

Columbia Art Center is pleased to host the Rep Stage’s rehearsal reading of Susan McCully’s play, All She Must Possess. As a member of the audience, enjoy viewing a rehearsal reading of the play by the actors. All She Must Possess centers on the Baltimore Cone sisters, Dr. Claribel and Miss Etta, daughters of German-Jewish immigrants. Instead of living tranquil, appropriate lives as respected Victorian ladies, the iconic duo voraciously collected art and curios from around the world. The unassuming Etta, often overshadowed by her sister, sat demurely among art and literary geniuses of the early 20th century while slowly amassing one of world’s greatest Modern Art collections. The play is a highly theatrical celebration of Etta’s extraordinary life.

SALON SERIES

Sponsored by Little Patuxent Review and Columbia Art Center

➤ Monday, April 3, 7pm A Musical Journey through South Asia With Shaista Taj Keating

Keating will share folk songs, ghazals from Pakistan and classical ragas from North India. She has taught at UCLA and performed on national television, at the United States Embassy in New Delhi, UCLA and several international celebrations.

➤ Monday, May 15, 7-8pm Why Are They Doing That? Practices in World’s Religions

➤ Monday, June 5, 7-8:30pm Ceramics Panel Discussion: New Technology in an Age-Old Art

Computer technology enables seamless, hands-free production of ceramic objects, allowing precision form and exact reproduction. But what is the downside to the loss of tactile interaction between ceramics artist and materials? Does smart technology further an artist’s reach or stand between artist and inspiration? When does handmade transition to computer-generated? Does it matter? Enjoy an evening panel discussion among recognized ceramics artists, including those exhibiting in Columbia’s 50th ARTrospective June exhibition in Columbia Art Center. For more information, please call 410-730-0075, email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org. All events held at Columbia Art Center, 6100 Foreland Garth.

HOWARD COUNTY LITERARY READING SERIES

Wilde Reading Series sponsored by HoCoPoLitSo and Columbia Art Center

Back by popular demand! Columbia Art Center presents a new and free literary reading series that will feature local poets and authors, as well as an open mic for interested audience members. Sponsored by Howard County Poetry and Literary Society and coordinated by Laura Shovan, Ann Bracken, and Linda Joy Burke. Please check out the spring lineup. Free of charge and no registration is necessary. (Note: Open mic presenters are asked to keep their readings to less than five minutes.) Featured Authors: Tuesday, April 18, 7-8:30pm • Michael Rothenberg, Ron Williams Tuesday, May 9, 7-8:30pm • Ken Brown Tuesday, June 13, 7-8:30pm • Carla Dupree, Susan Muaddi Darraj

With Helen Mitchell

Do you ever wonder why people dress a certain way, eat or avoid certain foods or engage in practices that can be puzzling to outsiders? What do the hand and body gestures associated with some of the world’s religions actually mean? This session will highlight and explain the core beliefs and values that underpin these practices.

HISTORY LECTURES ART STYLES REFRESHER: WHICH “ISM” IS IT? With Ann Wiker, art historian, artist and instructor for Johns Hopkins’ Osher program and Howard Community College During the Renaissance, artists made great strides in presenting realism in their artwork. The paintings from this time looked more like the real world and had believable depth and figures that actually looked human. With the introduction of modern art, the whole purpose of art changed; artists were no longer interested in using their canvases as a window to the world, but were instead focused on the canvas as a surface for their thoughts and ideas and feelings. As a result, there was an explosion of art styles: impressionism, Fauvism, expressionism, surrealism, Dada, minimalism and many more. What influenced the creation of some of these styles? What do the styles look like? Who were some of the artists practicing each of these styles? This course provides a refresher on the history of art styles. Thursdays, April 13 and 27, 10am-noon (two sessions) or Thursdays, May 4 and 11, 10am-noon (two sessions) $55 Columbia residents/$65 nonresidents ART OF BUSINESS FOR ARTISTS With April Rimpo Back by popular demand! Balancing life, art production and your art goals is important. In this interactive workshop, April Rimpo will help you focus on your art business goals (acceptance in exhibits, increased sales, gallery representation, greater exposure) and provide activities, handouts, and examples to lead you toward success. April Rimpo is an active, successful Maryland artist who will share her expertise and timely tips for how to promote yourself as an artist and increase exposure. Saturdays, April 29, May 6 and 13 1:30-4pm (three sessions) $65 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents

WOOD WORKSHOP SIGN PAINTING NIGHT: EVERYTHING MARYLAND! For ages 17 and older With Mark Russo NEW! Wood painting workshop. Open to all levels of art experience. Come show off your Maryland pride through wood art. During this fun evening workshop, you will have the opportunity to express those Maryland colors through designs such as the black-eyed Susan, Maryland blue crab, or even the state flag itself. Tuition includes a 18-inch by 24-inch wooden canvas made up of locally reclaimed wood and all paint supplies needed to create your beautiful one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Bring your friends for this fun evening workshop! Wednesday, May 3, 6:30-9pm (one session) or Tuesday, June 6, 6:30-9pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents

OFFICE ART RESCUE

Columbia Art Center is the ideal venue for companies to hold creative team-building painting activities in a relaxing atmosphere. The workshops can be held any day of the week based on availability. A canvas, easel, brushes, paints and smocks/aprons are provided for your team. You are welcome to bring refreshments or use a catering service. Call 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org for more information. TEAM-BUILDING PAINTING ACTIVITIES Individual Paintings: Each participant paints their own painting with the help of the instructorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s step-by-step instruction. One-Step, Two-Step Painting: Paint one step, then move to a different seat to continue to the next step. Collaborative Painting: Everyone in the group contributes to a large, 3-foot by 4-foot painting. One collaborative painting is recommended for every 10 painters at the event. These works of art are ideal for displaying in the office. Mystery Masterpiece: Our instructor takes you through the painting process step-by-step. The fun twist with this project is that no one knows what the painting will look like until it is completed.

FREE FAMILY ART FRENZY Enjoy a free, family-friendly art afternoon on the second Sunday of each month. Experiment with mixed media and have fun creating your own inspired creations. All ages welcome. Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by a guardian. Sunday, April 9, 1-3pm Cherry Blossom Scroll Painting Sunday, May 14, 1-3pm Beaded Jewelry Creations for Mom Sunday, June 11, 1-3pm Upcycled Animal Character Planters

YOUTH & TEEN PARTIES

For ages 5-18

Great for birthdays, graduations, achievement celebrations, family parties or any occasion. Parties include invitations, cake, food and beverage, party-themed paper products and activities, two attendants, art instruction, setup and cleanup. Early reservations are recommended. Parties are available Friday from 5-7pm, and Saturday-Sunday from noon-2pm or 2:30-4:30pm. F or more information on these parties or art parties for adults, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/CAparties or contact Kristin Miles, birthday party coordinator, at 410-715-3169 or Kristin.Miles@ColumbiaAssociation.org.

NEW PARTY OPTIONS!

Amazing Pop Art Superheroes For ages 5 and older Create your very own superhero character costume, complete with personalized cape, mask and shield. When you are done, have fun posing in your wearable art creation for photos with your friends!

POPULAR PARTIES Paint and Palette For ages 5 and older 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. Graffiti Artist for the Day For ages 10-17 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.

JEWELRY PARTIES Crazy Beaded Charms For 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 charms as time allows. Super Duos Bead Bracelet For ages 12-17 Be a trendsetter and create a stylish super duos beaded bracelet. Learn bead weaving by stitching these beads and seed beads together.

Elegant to Expressive Pearl Bracelet For 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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Fairy Dust and Dragon Wings For ages 5 and older Make a creative escape to the world of myths and fairy tales! Have fun creating a carnival mask, costume wings or a fairy tale sketchbook. Paints, Paws and Claws For ages 5 and older Take a journey around the globe to learn about colorful animal art. Create a vibrant mask or shadow puppet and design habitat scenery for your party animal. Wear-a-Doodle Party For ages 5 and older 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 by the end of the party, they will be ready for pickup in two days. Minecraft Madness For ages 5 and older Are you a Minecraft fan? Do you want everyone to know it? 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.

PAINT NIGHT PARTIES For ages 16 and older

Pick a personal and meaningful design to recreate with your friends at your very own Paint Night party! The selected design will be taught step-by-step by one of Columbia Art Center’s instructors. Great for birthdays or bridal events! Art instruction runs two hours, plus one hour for setup, refreshments and cleanup. Early reservations are recommended. To schedule your party, please call Columbia Art Center or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org. Party includes: Two hours of art instruction All materials and supplies Use of private studio space for up to three hours

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SCHOOL’S OUT PROGRAM For ages 6-14 When school is out, come to Columbia Art Center for an exciting day of creative fun and go home with cool art projects. Bring old friends and make new friends! Pack a lunch, but a snack and beverage will be served 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. $225 for a pack of five sessions when purchased together (save $25). (No refunds on School’s Out packages.) America’s Cultural Collision: Art, Technology and Our World Spring Break Monday, April 10 • Race to Space — Patriotic Rocket Sculpture Tuesday, April 11 • TLC for Planet Earth Awareness — Environmental Posters and Service Announcements Wednesday, April 12 • Energy All Around Us — Sound, Color and Movement Installation Thursday, April 13 • Reacting to My Carbon Footprint — Large Abstract Painting Friday, April 14 • Creativity Meets Machine — Thinking Robot Design and Digital Art Monday, April 17 • Human Geography — Body Contour Mixed Media Map and Memory Collage Friday, May 19 • Looking Forward and Back — Personal Time Capsules Wednesday, June 14 • The Art of Symmetry — Sand Mandalas and Suncatchers Thursday, June 15 • Upcycle Fashion — Found Object Outfits and Accessories Friday, June 16 • My Earthly Impressions — Scavenger Hunt with Natural Sculptures and Monoprints

VISITING ARTIST SESSIONS School’s Out: Visiting Artist For ages 10-13 The series is designed to encourage young artists to improve their technical skills while discovering their personal style. 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 own artwork and creative process while teaching a unique and challenging workshop. Save $25 when registering for five Visiting Artist sessions — $225 for a pack of five Visiting Artists/School’s Out sessions when purchased together! (No refunds on School’s Out packages.) See previous listing. Monday-Friday, April 10-14 • Expressions Monday, April 10 • Bodies in Space: Human Form Assemblage mixed media collage with Robyn Gavigan Tuesday, April 11 • Earth Art: Sculpting and Designing with Nature with Cassandra Welker Thursday, April 13 • Jazz-Inspired Expressionism with Alina Poroshina Monday, April 17 • My Narrative: Painted Paper Collage with Becky Legg 7:30am-5:30pm, $50 per child (drop-off begins at 7:30am; art activities begin at 9am) Actual School’s Out program runs 9am-3:30pm. To register, please contact Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org.

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MOMMY AND ME ART PLAY WORKSHOP For adult and child ages 2-5 With Laura Easter Drop-in format returns! Together, parents and toddlers will explore colors, shapes and textures using various age-appropriate tools and art supplies. Each class explores a new theme and experience for your child. Learn to mix colors, make new colors with various paint combinations and create fun art projects with textures. Each class will include a brief story time to give children the opportunity to learn how their masterpieces connect to the real world. Program is offered from 12:30-2pm on the following dates: Sunday, April 23 • Flower Power! Sunday, May 21 • The Land of Dinosaurs Sunday, June 18 • I Love My Daddy! $15 adult and child, Columbia residents $25 adult and child, nonresidents Each additional child is $5. MOMMY AND ME STORYTIME CREATIONS For adult and child ages 2-5 With Laura Easter NEW! Join us for mommy and me time during weekday mornings. Together, parents and toddlers will enjoy stories and then explore color mixing, textures and shapes to create fun art projects. Thursdays, April 20-May 11, 10-11am (four sessions) or Thursdays, May 18-June 8, 10-11am (four sessions) $40 per child, $10 additional child

HOME-SCHOOL ART THROUGH THE CURRICULUM FOR HOME-SCHOOLERS For ages 5-8 With Cassandra Welker Learn about general subjects while learning different art techniques and using a variety of artistic mediums. This art integration class will allow you to develop artistic skills and techniques while learning age-appropriate basics in subjects such as language, mathematics, history, science and health. Explore a new subject each week. Provide your child with a new way of studying a subject while they have fun creating art. Mondays, April 24-June 12, 1-3pm (six sessions) No class May 8 and May 29 $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents Additional children: $80/child for residents, $90/child for nonresidents THE FOUNDATIONS OF ART FOR HOME-SCHOOLERS For ages 9-15 With Alina Poroshina This course is designed to give home-schoolers the opportunity to discover the world of art in an active, class-like setting. Students will learn the elements and principles of art as they explore different media and methods. With these necessary tools, home-schoolers will be ready to purposefully discover who they are as an artist. Mondays, April 24-June 5, 1-3pm (six sessions) No class May 29 $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents Additional children: $80/child for residents, $90/child for nonresidents

GRANDPARENT/ GRANDCHILD GRANDPARENT AND GRANDCHILD CARICATURE DRAWING CLASS For adult and child ages 5 and older With Joseph Whittington NEW! Let the fun begin! Local artist Joe Whittington will teach an intergenerational caricature drawing class. The class will include one grandparent and one grandchild. You and your partner will draw each other, using basic shapes and your imagination, and see how the face slowly comes together. Creative exercises to develop your technique. No supplies are needed, everything will be provided. Participants will be able to take home their work of art. Seating will be limited, so please include both names when registering. Saturdays, May 13 and 20, 10-11:30am (two sessions) $30 per pair

YOUTH &TEEN CLASSES

Unless otherwise noted, supplies are included in the tuition. It is highly recommended that students wear old clothes or bring a smock for all activities. YOUNG ARTIST MASTERY PROGRAM For ages 6-17 Columbia Art Center’s Young Artist Mastery Program offers students the chance to hone their artistic abilities. Whether used as a means for creative self-expression or to prepare for further artistic endeavors, this program will work to expand students’ skill levels, stretch their creativity, and build confidence. Who Should Take This Program: Students ages 6-17 who took or will take classes or workshops at Columbia Art Center starting Fall 2015 through the present session. Program Description: Students who complete four classes will receive a Level 1 Certificate, which includes a free portfolio review and a 25 percent discount on a future class or workshop. Participants who complete eight classes will receive a Level 2 Certificate, which includes a free portfolio review and a 50 percent 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 a free class. Register for free for the Young Artist Mastery Program when you sign up and pay for your first class.

SUPER SUNDAY ART WORKSHOPS With Monica Marshall Enjoy this unique creative workshop that is held on one Sunday afternoon each month! Bring your friends! Advanced registration is required.

PAINTED FEATHERS: WHIMSICAL BIRD PAINTINGS For ages 8-12 Paint fun designs on feathers using geometric shapes, lines or patterns, then adhere your creative feathers to bird drawings! Learn how to create line designs on styrofoam, roll-on ink and press-on paper. Sunday, April 23, 12:30-2pm (one session) $15 per child, $10 additional child KANDINSKY TREE COLLAGE For ages 5-8 Color and collage — an awesome combination! Learn about artist Kandinsky and discuss his use of color, then create a mixed media masterpiece with paper and paint! Sunday, May 7, 12:30-2pm (one session) $15 per child, $10 additional child METAL MAGIC EMBOSSED PICTURE AND DECORATIVE FRAME For ages 9-13 Using wax pastels, learn how to emboss on foil to create a unique picture! Explore tools and texture plates to create designs in lightweight metal. Decorate a frame to go with your creation. This project would make a great gift for someone special! Sunday, June 4, 12:30-2pm (one session) $15 per child, $10 additional child

KIDS AND CLAY: MORE THAN MUD PIES For ages 6-11 With Anamaria Economou For youth at any level of clay experience. In a fun and relaxing atmosphere, have fun using basic techniques of handbuilding (coil, pinch, slab) to express individuality and creativity. Projects will be colorful and creative â&#x20AC;&#x201D; relating to the seasons, literature, music and more.

DRAWING SERIES 102: ALL DRAWING MEDIUM For ages 9-12 With Alina Poroshina Designed for continuing students! Using graphite, charcoal, chalk pastels and colored pencil, enhance your drawing techniques for still life, landscape and portraiture.

Saturdays, April 15-June 3, 9:30-11am (eight sessions) $100 Columbia residents/$110 nonresidents

Tuesdays, April 25-May 23, 5:30-7pm (five sessions) or Tuesdays, May 30-June 27, 5:30-7:00pm (five sessions) $65 Columbia residents/$75 nonresidents

ABSTRACTION AS A FIRST LANGUAGE For ages 5-9 With Robyn Gavigan NEW! Learn unique ways to create art! Instead of using a brush and pencil, students will try marble splatter painting, feather watercolor paintings and collage with watercolor and acrylic. Have fun experimenting through mixed media materials. Wednesdays, April 26-May 31, 5-6:30pm (six sessions) $75 Columbia residents/$85 nonresidents WILDLIFE ART For ages 6-8 With Cassandra Welker NEW! This workshop is all about animals, from tiny insects to large mammals and everything in-between. Learn how to draw your favorites, starting with a simple pencil and progressing to other mediums such as colored pencil and acrylic paint. Learn value drawing, anatomy, composition and so much more! Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Tuesdays, April 25-May 23, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) No class May 9 $50 Columbia residents/$60 nonresidents PAINTING EXPLORATION For ages 6-9 With Alina Poroshina Learn the basics of painting and explore color values, color mixing, and other principles of design. Enjoy exploring various techniques developed by famous painters. Content adapted for returning students. Saturdays, April 22-June 3, 10-11:30am (six sessions) No class May 27 $75 Columbia residents/$85 nonresidents

WILDLIFE ART For ages 9-12 With Cassandra Welker NEW! This workshop is all about animals, from tiny insects to large mammals and everything in-between. Learn how to draw your favorites, starting with a simple pencil and progressing to other mediums such as colored pencil and acrylic paint. Learn value drawing, anatomy, composition and so much more! Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Mondays, April 24-June 12, 5-6:30pm (six sessions) No class May 8 and May 29 $75 Columbia residents/$85 nonresidents

COMIC WORKSHOP FOR TWEENS AND TEENS For ages 10-14 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. Tuesdays, April 25-May 30, 4:30-6:30pm (six sessions) $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents GREETING CARD ILLUSTRATION For ages 11-14 With Cassandra Welker NEW! Learn to draw and design your own greeting cards! Different holidays and occasions will be assigned each week. Color, composition, design, message and so much more will be explored. Learn how to develop your idea into a finished card which anyone would love to receive! Tuesdays, May 30-June 20, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$60 nonresidents EXPERIMENTS WITH SPLATTER PAINTING For ages 10-14 With Fidel Carey-Realmo Experience the excitement of splatter painting expression, which is a fun and creative way of putting paint onto canvas, cardboard, found objects and furniture. No experience necessary! Sundays, April 23-May 21, 1-2:30pm (five sessions) $65 Columbia residents/$75 nonresidents GR@FF!T! W%RK$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 an object. You will make individual as well as group pieces. No experience necessary; pizza lunch included.

DRAWING SERIES 201: DRAWING FROM OBSERVATION For ages 11-14 With Liron Fisch Build your portfolio! Using various charcoals, learn technical drawing skills to assist you in observational drawing. Elements such as light, shadow, line and composition will be the focus of the class. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Continuing students encouraged to take this class. Mondays, April 24-May 15, 5-7pm (four sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents DRAWING SERIES 202: DRAWING FROM OBSERVATION WITH COLOR For ages 11-14 With Liron Fisch Continue to build your portfolio as you develop your drawing skills! Using soft pastels and oil pastels, learn the basics of the color wheel and how to use certain techniques with color to enhance your drawings. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Mondays, May 22-June 19, 5-7pm (four sessions) No class May 29 $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents A WHIRL OF ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM For ages 17 and older With Robyn Gavigan NEW! Working from midcentury abstract expressionist artists, create experimental work in your own voice. Learn new ways to paint with everything but a brush. Focus on composition through a dance-like, process-based movement where accidents donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen. All supplies included. Thursday, May 18, 5:30-8:30pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents

Sunday, June 4, noon-4pm (one session) $65 Columbia residents/$75 nonresidents

THE ART OF FASHION, MODELING AND MAGAZINE PUBLISHING For ages 11-17 With Marlene Jackson NEW! This workshop is designed to empower aspiring writers, editors, photographers, illustrators, graphic artists, models, fashion designers, makeup artists and hair stylists. Through fun and educational projects, learn how to creatively write, edit, design and produce a fashion, beauty and lifestyle publication. You will come away from the workshop with a self-published group fashion magazine. Thursdays, May 4-June 8, 5:30-7:30pm (six sessions) $85 Columbia residents/$95 nonresidents 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 handbuilding. You can expect to 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, April 20-June 8, 4-6pm (eight sessions) $110 Columbia residents/$120 nonresidents READY! SET! PRINT T-SHIRTS! For ages 12-17 With Korey Rosenbaum NEW! Imagine, ink and print! In this workshop, students will learn the basics of screen printing and be able to print their own artwork. They will use traditional screen printing methods to design and create two of their own T-shirts! Saturday, June 3, 1-4pm (one session) $50 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents

Classes for

ADULTS Ages 17 and Older CERAMICS NOTE: All spring 2017 enrolled ceramics students can use the open studio to practice their skills for free. The studio is available when classes are not in session. See listing of available open studio hours posted in the Ceramics Studio. Ceramics classes include use of studio equipment, all bisque firings, glazes and glaze firings for up to 20-25 medium-sized pieces (approximately 200 cubic inches each) per session, e.g. 25 pieces for a 10-week session, 20 pieces for an eight-week session, etc. Students who wish to produce more than 25 medium pieces each session will be charged an additional firing fee per cubic inch. Individual pieces that exceed 1,500 cubic inches in size are charged a separate firing fee. Individual tools and clay are not included. No production work, please.

SAMPLING WORKSHOPS GIVE IT A SPIN With Joe Vitek Have you always wanted to try your hand at the potterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wheel? Then this wheel-throwing workshop is for you. Learn methods for centering clay and throwing bowl and cylinder forms. Enjoy learning how to decorate finished pieces using commercial underglazes. This workshop provides a great way to spend an afternoon with your friends. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Saturday, April 15, 10am-1pm (one session) or Saturday, June 24, 1-4pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents CLAY PLAY For ages 21 and older With Nancy McIntosh Learn the basic methods of slab handbuilding with clay to construct unique decorative projects such as jewelry and candleholders. Projects will then be stamped, carved and painted with colorful underglazes. This workshop provides a great way to spend a Friday evening with your friends. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Friday, April 7, 6:30-9pm (one session) or Friday, June 9, 6:30-9pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents

TOPICS WORKSHOP HANDLES 101: HOW TO MAKE INNOVATIVE AND CREATIVE HANDLES THAT WORK! With Christina McCleary The handle remains one of the major challenges for those working in clay. Aspects of a comfortable fit along with function will be discussed. Students will learn step-by-step how to develop various handles for cups, casseroles, baskets, teapots and more. Students should bring leather-hard pots for practicing the techniques shown. All skill levels. Basic Handles: Pulled and Handbuilt Wednesday, May 10, 6:30-9pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents Hollow Handles Wednesday, May 17, 6:30-9pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents Speciality Handles: Textures, Sprigs and Twists Wednesday, May 24, 6:30-9pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents

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DINNERWARE: HANDBUILT FUNCTIONAL POTTERY With Christina McCleary All levels of clay experience welcome. Explore handbuilding techniques to create traditional dinnerware. Projects will focus on dinner and luncheon plates, soup and cereal bowls, and cups and mugs. Serving accessories such as pitchers, serving spoons and casseroles will also be covered. Use paper and foam templates, bisque molds, stamps, underglazes and slips to create a personalized dinnerware set for four. With the use of low-fire earthenware clay, you will discover a world of bright colors, surface decorations and forms unique to the low-fire process and materials.

INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL: LEARNING TO LOVE CLAY With Joe Vitek For beginners and those with some clay experience. Learn the basics of working on the potterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 for purchase on the first day of class.

Tuesdays, April 25-June 27, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $210 Columbia residents/$220 nonresidents LOW-FIRE: EXPLORATIONS IN TERRA COTTA With Christina McCleary In this intermediate/advanced-level low-fire class, you will learn coil, pinch, slab and handbuilding techniques while gaining both ability and personal style in working with clay. Demonstrations of functional, figurative and abstract forms will guide you in developing individual works of art using low-fire techniques. Assignments will include plates, goblets, figurines, compound extruded forms, birdhouses, beads and tiles. Saturdays, April 22-June 17 11:30am-2pm (eight sessions) No class May 13 $200 Columbia residents/$210 nonresidents

Thursdays, April 20-June 8, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $225 Columbia residents/$235 nonresidents BEYOND THE BASICS IN WHEEL-THROWING With Donna Lansman This intermediate-level class will push you beyond your current proficiency level and comfort zone. Practice and hone your skills and gain a greater confidence to move onto more challenging projects. Refine your techniques and explore your own voice in clay. Tuesdays, April 18-June 6, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $285 Columbia residents/$295 nonresidents WHEEL AND HANDBUILDING: THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS With Nancy Ziegenfus McIntosh This class is for both beginner and intermediate students. Students will combine wheel-throwing and on- and off-the-wheel altering of forms. As you expand and refine your throwing skills, learn how to incorporate a variety of handbuilding techniques to transform your works into more complex forms. Thursdays, April 20-June 8 10am-12:30pm (eight sessions) $285 Columbia 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, April 18-June 6, 10am-12:30pm (eight sessions) $285 Columbia residents/$295 nonresidents

ADVANCED CERAMICS With Nancy Ziegenfus McIntosh For students with intermediate handbuilding or wheel experience. Handbuilding and wheel demonstrations will be given each class to suit student needs. Students will refine their techniques by undertaking lidded vessels, increasing scale, creating complementary forms, etc. Instructor will help each student develop a personalized plan for a body of work. Wednesdays, April 19-June 7, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $285 Columbia residents/$295 nonresidents HANDBUILDING: DREAMING IT INTO CLAY With Christina McCleary In this introduction/intermediate class, you will learn pinch, coil, slab and handbuilding techniques. Gain both ability and personal style in clay. Demonstrations of functional 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, compound extruded forms, birdhouses, beads, tiles and much more. Explore uses of handmade stamps, found objects, and alternative firing techniques to make and finish your work. Saturdays, April 22-June 17 11:30am-2pm (eight sessions) No class May 13 $235 Columbia residents/$245 nonresidents 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 cleanup processes. No production work, please. Prerequisite: One Columbia Art Center intermediate-level ceramics class and teacher approval. April 17-June 23 (10 weeks) $255 Columbia residents/$265 nonresidents

CRAFTS SIGN PAINTING NIGHT: EVERYTHING MARYLAND! With Mark Russo NEW! Wood painting workshop. Open to all levels of art experience. Come show off your Maryland pride through wood art. During this fun evening workshop, you will have the opportunity to express those Maryland colors through designs such as the black-eyed Susan, Maryland blue crab, or even the state flag itself. Tuition includes a 18-inch by 24-inch wooden canvas made up of locally reclaimed wood and all paint supplies needed to create your beautiful one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Wednesday, May 3, 6:30-9pm (one session) or Tuesday, June 6, 6:30-9pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents

DIGITAL ARTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY GOT A DIGITAL CAMERA? NOW WHAT? With Dennis Gilbert Are you ready to move beyond snapshots using your digital camera? Through photo assignments using your digital camera, smartphone or tablet, plus discussions and demonstrations, explore camera operation in manual and automatic modes and deepen your understanding of the elements of composition that make a good photograph. You will also be introduced to adjusting photo images using Adobe Photoshop ElementsÂŽ software. Check out the follow-up workshop, Introduction to Digital Photography, beginning May 19. Fridays, April 21-May 5, 10am-noon (three sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$60 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY With Dennis Gilbert This workshop is an ideal follow-up to the Got a Digital Camera? Now What? workshop. Do you want your photos, whether from digital camera, smartphone or tablet, to have more interest and pop? Using Adobe Photoshop ElementsÂŽ, this course will focus on the art and skill of image adjustment and how to organize and manage your photos for effective storage and retrieval. Composition, proper exposure and the fundamentals of a good photograph will also be reviewed. Students working with film can also take part by having their photos or negatives scanned to digital format. Fridays, May 19-June 9, 10am-noon (four sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents

IPHONE/IPAD VIDEO PRODUCTION AND EDITING With Robert Neal Marshall Explore the basic fundamentals of filmmaking to create great looking videos using your iPhone or iPad. Learn primary functions of iMovie to edit your footage into an engaging project so your final product looks like you’re a pro. Perfect for first-time directors! Saturday, April 22, 10am-4pm and Sunday, April23, 11am-4pm (two sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents INTERMEDIATE IPHONE/IPAD VIDEO PRODUCTION With Robert Neal Marshall Explore expanded filmmaking techniques for users with more experience who want to increase their skills. Create more elaborate videos using your iPhone or iPad. Includes an intro to Filmic Pro, a professional iPhone/ iPad video app. Prerequisite is a basic knowledge of fundamentals of filmmaking using iMovie. Saturday, May 6, 10am-4pmand Sunday, May 7, 11am-4pm (two sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents

DRAWING & PAINTING SAMPLING WORKSHOPS DABBLE IN WATERCOLOR With Robert Coe Try your hand at watercolor painting in a comfortable learning atmosphere. You will be instructed in fun hands-on exercises while also having the opportunity to watch instructor demonstrations. Bring a friend for a fun and creative evening. All supplies included. Tuesday, April 18, 6-8pm (one session) $25 Columbia residents/$35 nonresidents DABBLE IN ACRYLIC PAINT With Alina Poroshina Try your hand at acrylic painting and enjoy watching instructor demonstrations in a comfortable and supportive learning environment. You will be instructed in simple and fun hands-on exercises to give you a feel for this medium. Bring a friend for a fun and creative afternoon outing. All supplies included. Wednesday, April 5, 6:30-8:30pm (one session) $25 Columbia residents/$35 nonresidents A WHIRL OF ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM With Robyn Gavigan NEW! Working from midcentury abstract expressionist artists, create experimental work in your own voice. Learn new ways to paint with everything but a brush. Focus on composition through a dance-like, process-based movement where accidents don’t happen. All supplies included. Thursday, May 18, 5:30-8:30pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents

DRAWING & PAINTING SAMPLING WORKSHOPS INTRODUCTION TO COLORED PENCIL With Deborah Maklowski Learn about colored pencil as a fine art medium with respect to materials, applications and techniques. Explore and gain hands-on experience with a variety of materials and skills, including layering wax-based colored pencils on white, medium-toned and dark papers. All supplies included. Saturday, April 8, 9:30am-3pm (one session) $65 Columbia residents/$75 nonresidents BASIC ZENTANGLE® With Deanna Williford, Certified Zentangle Teacher Back by popular demand! Explore this popular art form of drawing, which is an easy-to-learn and relaxing method of drawing structured patterns. Anyone can learn, regardless of prior art experience. Calligraphers, mixed media artists and journal enthusiasts enjoy adding some zing to their creations with Zentangle patterns as embellishments. Certified Zentangle teacher Deanna Williford will guide you in creating the hand-drawn patterns one stroke at a time. This approach to drawing will help you to increase your focus and creativity, reduce stress, and provide you with artistic satisfaction. Ideas for gifts will be displayed during the workshop. Children ages 7 and older are welcome to enroll if accompanied by an enrolled adult. Zentangle supplies and books will be available for purchase. A $6 supplies fee (for a mini Zentangle Basics kit) will be collected by instructor at the workshop. This same kit may be used for additional workshops. Wednesday, April 19, 4:30-7pm (one session) $30 per person

ADVANCED ZENTANGLE® ON TONED PAPER WITH HIGHLIGHTS With Deanna Williford, Certified Zentangle Teacher In this advanced workshop, you will enhance your tangles with bright white highlights (as well as dark shading) to bring out the 3-D quality of a Zentangle drawing. This technique will give your art a whole new dimension! Deanna will also be adding the feature of a reddish-brown pen into the mixture, which adds a wonderful effect, especially on the toned papers she will be providing. You may buy both tools – a reddish-brown pen and white charcoal pencil – at the workshop for $5. Bring your black Micron 01 pen and #2 pencil to class. This is a high tea-themed workshop — enjoy tea and crumpets while you create artwork you’ll be proud to frame! Zentangle supplies and books will be available for purchase. Prerequisite: Any prior Zentangle experience Wednesday, May 17, 4:30-7pm (one session) $30 per person MIXED MEDIA AND COLLAGE With Chaya Schapiro Back by popular demand! Designed for all levels of painting experience, including beginners. Create new designs with new work or take old paintings, either on watercolor paper or canvas, and explore new constructions usingmonoprinting, stamping, painting, fiber, assemblage and more. Make shapes and combine them to design new art using your own voice in a brand new way — the possibilities are endless. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Wednesday, April 5 and Thursday, April 6 6:30-9pm (two sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents

DRAWING, PAINTING AND PASTELS

SPECIAL GUEST ARTIST WORKSHOP FUN WITH FLUID ACRYLIC With April Rimpo Learn a variety of textural techniques using fluid acrylic and how to augment your paintings by stamping patterns using dabs of standard tube acrylic paints. Explore great color combinations and learn how to convert your favorite watercolor paint into fluid acrylic. Sunday, June 4, 10am-4pm (one session) $80 Columbia residents/$90 nonresidents

INTRODUCTION TO PASTEL PAINTING With Susan Gleason NEW! Discover the beauty of pastels! This class will introduce students to the essential information needed to create beautiful pastel paintings. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given throughout this informative hands-on class. Students will work at their own pace. Topics include learning about the materials, techniques of applying pastel, underpainting, understanding color and value, use of light and shadow, basic perspective, and how to care for a pastel painting. Students will have the opportunity to paint from life and also use a photo reference while learning best practices for each. At the time of your registration, you will be given a list of supplies to purchase for approximately $40. Tuesdays, April 18-June 6, 10am-noon (eight sessions) $130 Columbia residents/$140 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. In a fun classroom setting, 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 critiques will be a part of the learning process. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Saturdays, May 13-June 17, 10am-1pm (five sessions) No class May 27 $120 Columbia residents/$130 nonresidents PEN AND INK DRAWING With Carol Zika This class combines the time-honored technique of pen and ink with the medium of watercolor. Basic knowledge of traditional pen and ink strokes and some experience with watercolor is required. Learn strategies for combining the two for a fresh, appealing approach. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Saturdays, May 13-June 10, 10am-noon (four sessions) No class May 27 $70 Columbia residents/$80 nonresidents

ONE STROKE PAINTING WORKSHOP: FLOWERS With Nancy Smith NEW! Have fun exploring how to paint wildflowers, sunflowers, pansies and the famous Signature Rose. Explore how to properly load paint on your brush and have fun executing the appropriate stroke techniques and designs for creating each flower. At each class, you will continue to build your One Stroke techniques. Most supplies are included. A small supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Mondays, May 1-22, 6:30-9pm (four sessions) or Saturdays, May 6-27, 9:30am-noon (four sessions) $110 Columbia residents/$120 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR With Bob Coe Perfect whether you’re trying watercolor painting for the first time or want 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. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Tuesdays, April 25-June 6, 7-9pm (seven sessions) $125 Columbia residents/$135 nonresidents INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR With Joyce Bell This class is designed for continuing watercolor students and will focus on creating paintings that show the character of watercolor. At the same time, you will concentrate on using the principles of design to create better compositions. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Wednesdays, April 12-June 21, 10am-noon (10 sessions) No class May 10 $170 Columbia residents/$180 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/continuing students are welcome to take the class. Supply list will be provided at first class. Thursdays, April 20-June 22, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $180 Columbia residents/$190 nonresidents

ACRYLIC PAINTING With Alina Poroshina New daytime class! Using various mediums and gels, learn the characteristics and basic techniques of acrylics plus more advanced techniques for creating surfaces and glazes. Beginning/advanced level students welcome. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Wednesdays, April 19-June 7, noon-2:30pm (eight sessions) or Wednesdays, April 19-June 7, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $150 Columbia residents/$160 nonresidents PET PORTRAIT WORKSHOPS FOR INTERMEDIATE PAINTERS With Kate Cavanaugh NEW! Have you always wanted to paint pet portraits but didn’t know where to start? This workshop will give you the tools to paint pet portraits without extensive drawing experience by using a transfer technique. Consultation will be given to each student to choose the best photograph to use as the painting reference. Bring two or three high resolution photographs (preferably 8-inch by 10-inch or 5-inch by 7-inch) of your pet. Previous painting experience and color mixing skills for acrylic or oil paints are required. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Wednesdays, April 26-May 17, 6:30-9pm (four sessions) $100 Columbia residents/$110 nonresidents

FLORAL DESIGN FLORAL BASKET With Carolyn Parsa Working with fresh flowers is fun and creative. In this workshop, you will start with the basics of materials, tools and design. Learn how to transform an ordinary supermarket bouquet into a custom floral arrangement. A $15 supplies fee is paid to the instructor at the time of the workshop. hursday, May 4, 6-8pm (one session) T $15 Columbia residents/$25 nonresidents SPRING GRAPEVINE WREATH With Carolyn Parsa Get ready for springtime! Working with silk flowers, create a wreath full of spring blooms! Learn several wreath designs and then make a grapevine wreath in your own style and how to make a professional bow to add a finishing touch to your project. A $10 supplies fee is paid to the instructor at the time of the workshop. Tuesday, April 4, 6-8pm (one session) $25 Columbia residents/$35 nonresidents

LIFE ENHANCEMENT SERIES UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY: DRAWING OUTSIDE THE BOX IN YOUR MIND With Joseph Whittington NEW! Designed for people with no or minimal drawing experience. Have you always wanted to draw but didn’t know where to start? Are you a doodler or sketcher, but not sure which direction you would like to take your work? Try this morning workshop where you will have fun exploring basic drawing exercises to unleash your creativity. In a comfortable learning atmosphere, you will be guided through drawing techniques and encouraged by your instructor to let loose with your creativity. Joe’s teaching method requires you to put your inhibitions and fears aside and let your creativity shine through on paper. No matter what your skill level, Joe will inspire you to draw with a freedom that you didn’t know you had before taking the workshop. All supplies included. Saturday, April 29, 10am-12:30pm (one session) or Tuesday, May 16, 10am-12:30pm (one session) or Monday, June 12, 10am-12:30pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents

AFFIRMATION ‘YOU’ MIRROR With Anna DeBose-Hankins There are many ways to experience healing. One of those ways is to express life-affirming words of love and encouragement to oneself. They can often shape one’s reality and mindset. Enjoy this new healing arts workshop and create a beautiful one-of-a-kind mirror that affirms who you are. Select or create an uplifting affirmation to place on your mirror and then have fun creating a work of art with various paints, stamps and other media. Your work of art will remind you daily to speak your affirmation and think of yourself in a loving and positive way. No prior art experience required. Mirror and supplies will be provided. Tuesday, April 25, 10am-1pm (one session) or Tuesday, May 16, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents

CANVAS EXPRESSION With Anna DeBose-Hankins There are many ways to experience healing. One of those ways is to release what one is holding within by expressing it. With the guidance of your instructor and the use of a canvas, paints and other media, embark on a self-exploration journey that promises to be uplifting and cathartic. As you move through this creative exploration, you will usher in more creative ideas and positive thoughts. No prior art experience required. Canvas and materials provided. Tuesday, May 23, 10am-1pm (one session) or Tuesday, June 13, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents

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JEWELRY

FUSED GLASS SQUARE BOWL SAMPLING WORKSHOP With Jean Marie Mettee and Chaya Schapiro Back by popular demand! 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. All supplies included.

INTRODUCTION TO JEWELRY DESIGN: BRACELET, NECKLACE AND EARRING SET! With Shawnda Smith Designed for beginners and students in need of a refresher class. Have fun learning stringing techniques for creating a rhinestone bracelet and necklace. Enjoy exploring steps for wire-wrapping a pair of earrings. Using a variety of tools, including wire cutters and pliers, you will gain the basic skills for creating your very own jewelry designs. This workshop is sure to ignite your creative desire to continue producing your own jewelry designs at home! All supplies included.

Saturday, June 10, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO FUSED GLASS With Jean Marie Mettee Learn the process of fusing glass by incorporating techniques such as etching, stenciling, painting and slumping. Create jewelry, tiles, three-dimensional pieces, bowls and plates using 90 COE and dichroic glass, frit, stringers and metal inclusions. Use of tools, some supplies, and studio usage are included in the tuition. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Mondays, April 24-June 12, 6:30-9pm (seven sessions) No class May 29 $215 Columbia residents/$225 nonresidents 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, showstopper jewelry or add a new dimension to your stained glass work. Use of tools and some supplies are included in the tuition. More extensive works will require purchase of additional glass from instructor.

All classes are from 6-8pm on the following dates: Tuesday, April 25 and Thursday, April 27 (two sessions) or Tuesday, May 16 and Thursday, May 18 (two sessions) or Tuesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 15 (two sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$60 nonresidents BEADED NECKLACE AND BRACELET SET With Carolyn Parsa 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. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. â&#x20AC;&#x2039;â&#x20AC;&#x2039; Wednesday, April 5, 6-8pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents

Wednesdays, April 26-June 7, 6:30-9pm (seven sessions) $215 Columbia residents/$225 nonresidents

KUMIHIMO BRACELET With Carolyn Parsa Learn the Japanese art of Kumihimo braiding andmake a unique bracelet. Using nylon cords of your color choice, you can personalize your creation even further with a charm. Supply list will be provided at time of your registration. ednesday, April 19, 6-8pm (one session) W $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents CHARM BRACELET With Carolyn Parsa Have fun together making charm bracelets of your favorite things! In this beginner class, learn the basics of how to use tools to open jump rings and assemble the bracelet. Learn how to turn beads into drops using pins and making simple loops. The resulting drops can be used in place of charms, adding color to your bracelet. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. Tuesday, M ay9, 6-8 pm (one session) $15 Columbia residents/$25 nonresidents WIRE-WRAPPED PENDANT With Jill Rose 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. Supply list will be provided at the time of your registration. You are also welcome to purchase a basic supply kit for $10 from the instructor at the class. S aturday, May 13, 1-3pm (one session) or Saturday, June 10, 1-3pm (one session) $30 Columbia residents/$40 nonresidents

CREATE SILVER JEWELRY WITH PRECIOUS METAL CLAY With Nancy Pollack Precious Metal Clay is made of pure silver particles and a binding substance that can be worked using clay techniques. Students will learn to cut, shape and texture PMC, and will fire their creations to produce pure silver jewelry. Make a textured pendant, a charm for a bracelet, or both. Then learn finishing techniques to achieve a professional look. Materials fee, which includes metal clay, will be approximately $45 and paid directly to the instructor on class day. A list of additional supplies (readily available items) will be emailed to you at the time of your registration. S aturday, April 29, 10am-4pm (one session) Please register by April 23. $70 Columbia residents/$80 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. Feel free 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 to give as a gift. Continuing students are welcome to take the workshop and try new techniques with more advanced designs. Wednesdays, April 19-May 3, 6:30-9pm (three sessions) $55 Columbia residents/$65 nonresidents

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Release, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement I hereby agree with Columbia Association Inc. (CA) to the following by affixing my signature below on this date, 201 . In connection with my participation in Columbia Association’s program (the “Program”), I understand and acknowledge the nature and extent of the activities that will be involved in the Program and assume the risk inherent in such activities on behalf of myself. I voluntarily waive any and all claims, costs, liabilities, expenses (including attorney’s fees), and judgments against CA, its directors, officers, employees, servants, subcontractors and agents and hereby release, excuse and discharge CA, its directors, officers, employees, servants, subcontractors and agents from all claims, cost, liabilities, expenses (including attorney’s fees), and judgments which may arise out of my participation in the Program and all aspects attendant thereto. The undersigned further agree(s) to indemnify and hold CA, its directors, officers, employees, servants, subcontractors and agents harmless from any and all claims, damages, actions, liabilities, expenses (including attorney’s fees) and judgments which may arise out of my participation in the Program. Permission is hereby granted for Columbia Association Inc. (CA) to use any photographs or video footage that include images of me and/or members of my family for any CA promotional material or for any other purposes as CA may deem appropriate, including advertising and publicity. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written copy that may be created in connection with such images. I hereby release CA and its legal representatives from any and all claims and liability in regard to said photographs or video footage 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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Class Policies & Procedures SEVERE WEATHER POLICY If Howard County public schools are closed due to inclement weather, 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 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 “Nonresident” 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 Columbia 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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RENTAL RATES

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. All rental rates include use of kitchen and restrooms. Limited number of tables and chairs are available for use. Renters are required to set up and clean rented studios. Catering is not provided by Columbia Art Center. Please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 for more information or to reserve your rental. *Rentals in galleries are contingent on type of show on exhibit.

RENTAL LOCATION

HOURLY RATE (Two Hour Minimum)

ROOM CAPACITY

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

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