Columbia Art Center Winter 2019 Guide by Columbia Association

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A Columbia Association Facility

winter 2019 CLASSES IN printmaking, acrylic painting and ceramics!

NEW homeschool programs offered!

free presentations: TAKE NOTE

Little Patuxent Review Salon Series and HoCoPoLitSo Wilde Reading Series!

I love making art because it helps me relax. I like using different colors for my different moods. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Emory, youth student

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Gift Shop �� 3 Wonderful Winter Features! �� 4-7 Salon Series, Wilde Reading Series, Exhibitions, Paint Date Out, Paint Nights, Office Art Rescue! Youth & Teen �� 8-15 Includes Art Parties, Parent & Child, Preschool, Family Art Frenzy, School’s Out, Homeschool, Youth and Teen Classes

Adult ��16-23 Includes Ceramics, Digital Photography, Drawing/Painting, Fused Glass, Jewelry, Mosaics, Printmaking. Class Policies �� 24 Inclement Weather Policy, Discounts, Supplies, Cancellations and Tuition, Refunds Registration �� 25 Rental Rates �� 27

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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 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 as Department of Columbia and its many genres and discover the right artistic expression for you. has been part of Columbia Association for 35 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-Saturday • 9:30am-5pm Sunday • 11am-5pm STAFF Liz Henzey • Director Donna Lonegro • Front Desk Supervisor Trudy Babchak • Gallery and Special Events Specialist FRONT DESK FACILITATORS Michelle Clark • Barbara Herschman Nima Shamsa • Ryan Waid • Matthew Wright

Monica Herber • Programs Manager Danielle Jewis • Youth Programs Assistant

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Gift SHOP Columbia Art Center

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The gift shop sells a variety of handcrafted and affordable art created by instructors and students. The shop’s selection of art is ideal for gift giving, home collections and

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practical a s s o c i ause t i o nand includes pottery, jewelry, fiber, paintings, photographs, glass, cards and more.

Ceramics Division: Christina McCleary • Ceramics Studio Manager Edna Knox-Davin • Ceramics Studio Assistant Jann Tamburello • Glaze Lab Manager Nancy McIntosh • Kiln Technician

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WIN TER events

HOWARD COUNTY LITERARY READING SERIES Wilde Reading Series

This free literary reading features local poets and authors, as well as an open mic for interested audience members. Please check out the winter lineup. Free of charge and no registration is necessary. (Note: Open mic presenters are asked to keep their readings to five minutes or less.) Sponsored by Howard County Poetry and Literature Society and coordinated by Laura Shovan, Ann Bracken and Linda Joy Burke. Featured Authors: Tuesday, January 8, 7-8:30pm • Luther Jett and Danuta Hinc Tuesday, February 12, 7-8:30pm • Greg Luce and Drum Dr. Dot Tuesday, March 12, 7-8:30pm • Lisa Vihos and Andria Nacina Cole

SALON SERIES

➤ Friday, April 5, 7pm

➤ February 9-March 9

Akimbo Improv Comedy Team

Studio 1 Gallery

Monthly presentations by local artists, poets, actors, musicians and other specialists. Series includes the following presentations for winter 2019. For a complete listing, please contact Columbia Art Center or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org.

Enjoy an evening with Akimbo, an improv comedy team from Baltimore. Akimbo performs the old-school improv format known as the Harold and seeks to intrigue audiences as much as make them laugh. Every performance is entirely improvised using only a single word suggested by the audience, combined with that strange, sweet phenomenon called improv group mind.

Sponsored by Columbia Art Center and Little Patuxent Review

➤ Monday, February 4,

7pm

Gee’s Bend Photographs Linda Day Clark

Linda Day Clark, a nationally recognized visual artist and scholar, will present her Gee’s Bend photographs and share her unique 16-year journey with the Quilters of Gee’s Bend. According to the New York Times, the quilts of Gee’s Bend are “some of the most miraculous works of modern art America has produced.” Day Clark will offer insight into the remote Alabama community that plays such an important role in America’s culture.

Admission: $10 fundraiser for Little Patuxent Review.

EXHIBITIONS ➤ January 5-30 Main and Window Galleries

Hello I Am Exhibition

HCPSS Partnership Annual High School Theme Show Artworks by students that are inspired by “I am” statements, including: I am a student, I am strong, I am always looking for the good…, I am full of hope…

➤ Monday, March 11,

Reception: Wednesday, January 9, 5-6:30pm

Film: Voices of Baltimore: Life under Segregation

➤ February 9-March 2

7pm

Gary A. Homana, Ph.D and Morna McNulty, Ph.D

This powerful feature-length film captures the rich oral histories of an aging and diminishing population of African-Americans who grew up in the Mason/Dixon border area of Baltimore, and who lived through the era of legal segregation. The narratives document the relevant lives of individuals who attended segregated schools and/or desegregation before and following the 1954 Supreme Court Brown v. Board of Education ruling. The film’s executive director and producer is Dr. Gary A. Homana, and the film is co-directed and co-produced by Dr. Morna McNulty and Dr. F Campbell Jones.

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Invitational Fiber Exhibition A selection of artistic creations whose material consists of natural or synthetic fiber and other components, such as fabric or yarn, and prioritizes aesthetic value over utility.

Meet the Jellybots: An Experiment In CharacterDriven Iconography in Mixed Media Ben Azzara

Reception: Saturday, February 9, 2-4pm

➤ March 9-31 Main and Window Galleries

Women’s History Month Visionary Women: The Journey (Art About Women By Women) In celebration of March 2019 — Women’s History Month — Columbia Art Center presents a juried exhibition with the theme “Visionary Women: The Journey (Art About Women By Women).” Reception: Saturday, March 9, 2-4pm

➤ March 18-April 10 Studio 1 Gallery

Choose Civility 2019 Poster and Video Contest: Showcases

entries from Howard County students. The posters and videos are based on this year’s theme: “We Are All Welcome Here. This event is a Choose Civility initiative presented in partnership with Columbia Art Center, the Howard County Library System, and the Howard County Public School System. Reception: Wednesday, April 10, 6:30-8pm Awards Ceremony: Wednesday, April 10, 7:30pm

Reception: Saturday, February 9, 2-4pm Window Gallery

The Poetry Poster Project: The Powerful Diversity of Poetic Talent in Prince George’s County Hiram Larew, Curator

The Poetry Poster Project showcases poetry from neighboring Prince George’s County. Reception: Saturday, February 9, 2-4pm

paint create Enjoy an evening of fun and art with a friend or date. Bring your own snacks and beverages!

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SPA PAINT NIGHT AT HAVEN ON THE LAKE For ages 18 and older With Thais Piageti-Cassel NEW! Bring your friends and enjoy a relaxing evening of painting at Haven on the Lake’s calm and beautiful café. Under the step-by-step guidance of a Columbia Art Center instructor, you’ll create a Lotus Bliss masterpiece. After you complete your work of art, enjoy the restorative healing environments at Haven! Note: Haven on the Lake is located at 10275 Little Patuxent Parkway, on the lower level of Whole Foods. Friday, January 18, 7-10pm (one session) Painting takes 90-120 minutes, healing environments open until 10pm $35 per adult

QUICK AND DIRTY PRINTMAKING With Sarah Matthews Jump feet first into the world of printmaking. Using materials you already have at home, you will create monoprints, collagraphs, relief prints and more! Go home with a homemade card and cinch bag. No prior experience needed. All supplies included. Thursday, February 21, 6-8pm (one session) $25 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 non-members

D.I.Y. PALLET PAINTING SIGN WORKSHOP For ages 17 and older With Mark Russo New wood painting designs! Create a beautiful one-of-a-kind masterpiece using a 16-inch by 20-inch wooden canvas made of locally reclaimed wood. All supplies provided. Thursday, March 21, 6:30-9pm (one session) $45 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $55 non-members

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.

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 depending 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.

! fun Party includes: Two hours of art instruction All materials and supplies Use of private studio space for up to three hours

TEAM-BUILDING PAINTING ACTIVITIES Individual Paintings: Each participant paints their own painting with the help of the instructor’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 four-panel painting (4-foot by 3-foot). 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.

YOUTH& TEEN ART 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. For more information on these parties or art parties for adults, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/CAparties or contact birthday party coordinator Kristin Miles at 410-715-3169 or Kristin.Miles@ColumbiaAssociation.org.

NEW PARTY OPTIONS!

Do-It-Yourself Art Parties Do-it-yourself parties allow you the freedom and flexibility to create your celebration the way you want it. Bring your own food, beverages, cake and decorations! Parties include a reserved room and tables for two hours and an art cart for up to 20 participants. Non-participating guests are free. Each additional child: $7.50. Specific craft supplies available for $5 per child. $180 CA members $200 Columbia Cardholders $215 non-members

Mini Mad Hatter and Tea Party For ages 7 and older Experience this magical wonderland of fun! Be your own Mad Hatter at the Mad Tea Party. Design, build and decorate your own unique paper mini top hat fascinator, and then create your very own tiny tea cup and play exciting stacking games. Amazing Pop Art Superheroes For ages 5 and older Create your 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 Memory Wire Bracelets For ages 6-14 Your friends will rave about your new memory wire bracelet. Design an elegant or funky accessory after learning quick and simple beading techniques that combine a variety of decorative beads and/or seed beads.

CLASSIC PARTIES 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.

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PARENT/ CHILD & family PRESCHOOL ART ALL AGES WELCOME

frenzy Enjoy a family friendly art afternoon on the second Sunday of each month. Experiment with mixed media and have fun creating your own inspired creations. Children younger than 8 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Sunday, January 13, 1-3pm (one session) Tiny Winter Wonderland Friends: Sculpey™ Figurines $5 per pair or $10 per family

Sunday, February 10, 1-3pm (one session) Custom Valentine’s Day Cards: Printmaking and Collage $5 per pair or $10 per family

Sunday, March 10, 1-3pm (one session) Shamrock Suncatchers: Paper Arts $5 per pair or $10 per family

CRAFTY CREATIONS For adult and child ages 2-5 With Korin Sharp Join us on weekday mornings. Together, parents and preschoolers will enjoy stories and then explore color mixing, textures and shapes to create fun art projects. Thursdays, January 10-31, 10-11am (four sessions) or Thursdays, February 7-28, 10-11am (four sessions) or Thursdays, March 7-28, 10-11am (four sessions) $35 for adult and child, CA members/Columbia Cardholders $45 for adult and child, non-members $5 for each additional child

YOU AND ME IN THE JUNGLE For adult and child ages 5-14 With Thais Piageti-Cassel Let the adventure begin! Come create a collaborative masterpiece with your young artist. Each person paints half of the painting on their own canvas without looking at each other’s work. Create a one-of-a-kind artwork on the last Sunday of every month Sunday, January 27, 2-4pm (one session) Sunday, February 24, 2-4pm (one session) Sunday, March 31, 2-4pm (one session) $35 for adult and child

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SCHOOL’S OUT: ART EXPEDITION For ages 6-14 Embark on a design exploration where everyone is an artist and everything is art. Create and experiment while earning achievements for demonstrating skills and techniques in a variety of mediums. After each quest, a design challenge is issued by a visiting artist in the second half of the day. Pizza lunch included for full day and AM half day participants. Registration is open until the day before each class. Full Day • 7:30am-5:30pm $55 per child per day Half Day • 8:30am-1pm or 1-5:30pm $30 per child per day Winter theme: Who am I as an artist?

Monday, January 21 • Life-Size Body Map: Mixed Media Collage Tuesday, February 5 • Personal People Puppets: Human Proportions in 3-D Design Monday, February 18 • Collaborative Comic Creations: Visual Brainstorming Games and Storyboarding SCHOOL’S OUT FAMILY ART QUEST For ages 5-14 with adult Bring friends or family to create unique art projects at each event. All sessions run 9:30-11:30am. $25 per family CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per family non-members Winter theme: Who am I as an artist? Monday, January 21 • Painting Explorations Tuesday, February 5 • Tiny Sculpey™ Figurines Monday, February 18 • DIY Printmaking

homeschool C L A S S E S EXPLORING CREATIVITY THROUGH THE SEVEN ELEMENTS OF ART For ages 6-9 With Chelsea Bork Students will explore elements of art through drawing, watercolor, acrylic, and clay. In this fun three-month course, they will utilize line, color, shape, texture and form to create complete and diverse projects. At the end of the six classes, students choose two of their favorite masterpieces to display at the art gallery during a reception for parents and children celebrating all of their creativity and hard work. Reception: Wednesday, March 13, 5-6:30pm Every other Wednesday: January 9-March 20, 2-4pm (six sessions) $60 per child CUSTOM HOMESCHOOL WORKSHOPS Each workshop will be tailored to meet the skill levels and ages of your students. Deposit for workshops must be paid four weeks prior to desired date. Workshop includes: Lesson planning Two hours of art instruction All materials and supplies $150 for up to 10 children ($10 for each additional child)

YOUTH &TEEN CLASSES

KIDS AND CLAY: MORE THAN MUD PIES For ages 6-11 Regardless of experience, your child can learn the basic techniques of working with clay in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Projects will be colorful and creative — relating to the seasons, literature, music and more! All supplies and firings included. Saturdays, February 2-March 23, 10-11:30am (eight sessions) $100 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $110 non-members PAINTING EXPLORATION For ages 6-9 With Yonta Lyness Learn the basics of painting and explore color values, color mixing, and principles of design while experimenting with new techniques. Content adapted for returning students. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Thursdays, February 21-March 14, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) or Thursdays, March 21-April 11, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $60 non-members

TINY SCULPEY™ FIGURINES CLASS For ages 6-11 With Thais Piageti-Cassel Learn how to use this vibrant and versatile material to create fun miniature 3-D objects, animals and people. Polymer clay is the perfect playful introduction to the world of clay crafting — this course is a great for beginning and intermediate students. All supplies included. Saturdays, January 19-February 9, 10-11:30am (four sessions) or Saturdays, February 16-March 9, 10-11:30am (four sessions) or Saturdays, March 16-April 6, 10-11:30am (four sessions) $50 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $60 non-members DRAWING SERIES 101: ALL DRAWING MEDIUM For ages 9-12 With Sierra Faish This course is designed to help you reach your artistic drawing goals in a fun and productive way. Each class focuses on a new medium such as graphite, charcoal, markers, chalk pastels, or colored pencils, while concentrating on various drawing types — still life, landscape, portraiture and more. All supplies included. Sundays, January 27-February 24, 2-3:30pm (five sessions) $65 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $75 non-members

DRAWING SERIES 102: DRAWING FROM OBSERVATION For ages 9-12 With Sierra Faish Designed for beginners and continuing students. Investigate ways of creating depth on the picture plane by developing your understanding of perspective, proportion, light and shading, and receive an overview of contemporary and historic artists. All supplies included. Sundays, March 3-31, 2-3:30pm (five sessions) $65 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $75 non-members 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. All supplies included. Tuesdays, January 22-February 26, 4:30-6:30pm (six sessions) or Tuesdays, March 5-April 9, 4:30-6:30pm (six sessions) $90 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $100 non-members MULTIMEDIA ACRYLIC PAINTING For ages 10-14 With Robyn Gavigan Using various mediums and gels, learn basic and advanced image transfer techniques on different surfaces. Master modern texture and relief design, creating surfaces and glazes. Beginning/advanced-level students welcome. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Mondays, January 28-March 11, 4-6pm (six sessions) No class on February 18 or Monday, March 18-April 29, 4-6pm (six sessions) No class on April 15 $90 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $100 non-members

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voice! TEEN OPEN MIC NIGHT Ages 12-17 Now is the time for your voice to be heard! Join other area teens in sharing your poetry or spoken word. The night's theme is “Choose civility,” so bring work centered on increasing kindness, empathy and understanding in our community. A cash prize will be awarded to the winning performance. Friday, March 22, 7-9pm (one session) Free BLACKOUT POETRY For all ages/families With Faye McCray Looking for inspiration but can't seem to get the pen moving on the page? Join author Faye McCray in repurposing old newspaper articles and books by transforming the words into poetry. Great for beginners. Saturday, March 30, 2-3:30pm (one session) $25 per person or family

KIDPRENEURS WORKSHOP For ages 8-11 With Marlene Jackson This workshop is designed to encourage children to become thriving “kidpreneurs” and launch their own business products and services. The workshop will encourage young, business-minded leaders to creatively embrace their entrepreneurial spirit, lead confidently and think critically. Through interactive fun and business computer art projects, kidpreneurs build confidence and learn real life skills as they creatively write, edit, design and produce business marketing materials. Participants will come away from the workshop with a business portfolio and an opportunity to participate in Market Day, where they will sell their creative business products and services. All supplies included. Thursdays, February 7-March 14, 5:30-7:30pm (six sessions) $85 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $95 non-members

D.I.Y. PRINTMAKING For ages 10-14 With Sarah Matthews Explore the ancient art of printmaking and learn techniques to create cards, custom notebooks and countless other creations with decorated papers that can be used throughout the year! All supplies included. Mondays, January 28-February 25, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) No class on February 18 or Mondays, March 4-25, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $60 non-members TEEN WHEEL-THROWING For ages 12-17 For all levels of experience, this class is designed for students who wish to explore the fundamental skills of making pottery on the wheel. All of the basics of pottery, including clay preparation, throwing techniques and glazing, will be covered, as well as opportunities for handbuilding. 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. Thursdays, January 17-February 14, 4-6pm (five sessions) or Thursday, February 21-March 21, 4-6pm (five sessions) $70 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $80 non-members

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BLOOMINGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ART WORKSHOPS April 15-18

From painting and drawing to writing and fashion, our diverse spring workshops allow participants time and instruction to explore new creative paths. Mix and match your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age-appropriate activities for a week full of fun, art and adventure. Several Before and After care options are available. Before care (starts at 7:30am), after care (until 5:30pm) or both: $15 per day, including a pizza lunch. Pizza lunch with supervised recess (11:30am-1pm): $5 PAINTING EXPLORATION For ages 5-9 Learn the basics of painting and explore color values, color mixing, and other principles of design while exploring various techniques developed by famous painters. Content adapted for returning students. Monday, April 15, 9:30-11:30am (one session) or Tuesday, April 16, 9:30-11:30am (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members S.T.E.A.M.: MIXING SCIENCE WITH ART For ages 5-9 With Yonta Lyness NEW! Science, technology, engineering, art, math. This is a class for kids who enjoy both creating art and learning how the world around them works. Wednesday, April 17, 9:30-11:30am (one session) or Thursday, April 18, 9:30-11:30am (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members

INSIDE OUTSIDE ART For ages 5-10 With Alexis Merriman and Ramona Moyer Let nature inspire your creativity! Explore and observe our natural surroundings. Bring some of the treasures you find inside the classroom to make fun art projects!

D.I.Y. PRINTMAKING For ages 9-14 With Sarah Matthews Explore a variety of printmaking techniques and learn to create prints, your own cards, and custom notebooks with decorated papers that can be used throughout the year.

Monday, April 15, 1-3pm (one session) or Tuesday, April 16, 1-3pm (one session) or Wednesday, April 17, 1-3pm (one session) or Thursday, April 18, 1-3pm (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members

Wednesday, April 17, 9:30-11:30am (one session) or Thursday, April 18, 9:30-11:30am (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members

TINY SCULPEYâ&#x201E;˘ FIGURINES CLASS For ages 6-12 With Alexis Merriman Learn how to use this bright, vibrant, and versatile material to make fun miniature 3-D objects, animals and people. Polymer clay is the perfect playful introduction to the world of clay crafting â&#x20AC;&#x201D; this course is a great for beginners or intermediate Sculpey users. Monday, April 15, 9:30-11:30am (one session) or Tuesday, April 16, 9:30-11:30am (one session) or Wednesday, April 17, 1-3pm (one session) or Thursday, April 18, 1-3pm (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members

NEW! DRAWING SERIES 103: PENCIL AND WATERCOLOR For ages 10-14 With Sierra Faish New and continuing watercolor artists will be able to learn and utilize new techniques to cultivate their practice through nature-inspired art. Students will have the unique opportunity to explore concepts like texture, shape, color and much more! Monday, April 15, 1-3pm (one session) or Tuesday, April 16, 1-3pm (one session) $25 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 per session non-members

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CERAMICS NOTE: All winter 2019 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.

LOW-FIRE LETâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DISH! HANDBUILT DINNERWARE All levels of clay experience welcome. Explore various ways to create amazing dinnerware. Everything from plates, bowls and mugs to candlesticks and coffee pots will be explored in this class. Students will use paper and foam templates, bisque molds, stamps, underglazes and slips to create a personalized dinnerware. With the use of low-fire earthenware clay, you will discover a rainbow of colors and surface decorations unique to the low-fire process. Tuesdays, February 5-March 26, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $200 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $210 non-members

CLASSES INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL For beginners and those with some clay experience. Learn the basics of working on the potterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wheel. The skills of wedging and centering clay and glazing will be covered. Simple thrown forms will be crafted into beautiful vases, cups and bowls that you will decorate and glaze. Supplies are available for purchase on the first day of class. Evening class Thursdays, January 17-March 7, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) or Day class Saturdays, February 2-March 23, 10:30am-1pm (eight sessions) $220 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $230 non-members INTERMEDIATE WHEEL This intermediate-level class pushes you beyond your current proficiency level and comfort zone. Practice and hone your skills and gain a greater confidence to move on to more challenging projects. Refine your techniques and explore your own voice in clay. Mondays, January 14-March 18, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) No class on January 21 and February 18 $265 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $275 non-members ADVANCED WHEEL 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. Mondays, January 14-April 1, 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) No class on January 21 and February 18 $285 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $295 non-members

CLAY PLAY For ages 21 and older 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 an evening with your friends. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Please allow two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Friday, January 11, 6:30-9pm (one session) or Thursday, February 14, 6:30-9pm (one session) $40 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $50 non-members GIVE IT A SPIN 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 or evening with your friends. Please allow two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Saturday, January 12, 1-4pm (one session) or Saturday, January 26, 1-4pm (one session) $40 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $50 non-members

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topics W O R K S H O P CUT AND CONSTRUCT Explore the potential compositions of thrown and handbuilt parts, and use these elements as building blocks with unlimited potential. Using the wheel as a springboard for ideas and process, participants in this five-week class experiment with altering the round form, handbuilding and other methods of construction to realize their artistic curiosities. Demonstrations include throwing component parts, cutting and reassembling forms off the original axis, stacking and nesting pieces, glaze discussion and more. This class is open to artists with all skill levels, but basic centering and throwing skills are recommended. Wednesdays, February 6-March 6, 2-4:30pm (five sessions) $140 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $150 non-members

WHEEL AND HANDBUILDING This class is for both beginner and intermediate students. Students 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, January 17-March 21, 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $285 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $295 non-members ADVANCED CERAMICS Designed as an independent study for continuing and advanced students who want to pursue ongoing independent projects. There will be periodic faculty critiques, but no instruction. Students must be experienced with the studio equipment, clay, glaze use and cleanup processes. Prerequisite: Advanced Ceramics and/or teacher approval. Wednesdays, January 16-March 20, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $285 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $295 non-members HANDBUILDING AND SCULPTURE In this beginner/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 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 post-firing techniques to make and finish your work. Saturdays, February 2-March 23, 10am-noon (eight sessions) $235 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $245 non-members 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, glaze use and cleanup processes. No production work, please. Prerequisite: One Columbia Art Center intermediate-level ceramics class and teacher approval. January 14-March 22 (10 weeks) $265 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $275 non-members

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXPLORING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHIC VOICE With Dennis Gilbert NEW! Regardless of your specific camera — digital single lens reflex (DSLR), point-and-shoot, smartphone, tablet — photography can be a powerful tool for creative expression. In this workshop, you will critically examine your own photographs and those of fellow students in a supportive and encouraging environment to better understand your strengths and areas for improvement. Your use of subject, composition, lighting, camera techniques and other elements of a successful image will be discussed. Wherever you are on your photographic journey, this class might be what you need to take your photography to the next level and further develop your own photographic voice. Class is limited to five students. It is recommended that students first take Digital Photography I or be able to bring their images to class in print or digital form. Tuesdays, February 12-26, 6:30-8:30pm (three sessions) $50 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $60 non-members

DRAWING AND PAINTING “UNSTUCK” STUDIO FOR 2D ARTISTS With Cindy Cisneros Get reenergized and excited about your art with artist, therapist and creativity expert Cindy Cisneros. Get studio time for your own projects with expert tips, support and guidance to help you gain insight about yourself as an artist. Reengage with your talents in a creative group setting by scheduling a time and place for your creative work. Teens are welcome to take this class. Bring your own project and supplies. Monday, February 4, 7-8:30pm (one session) or Monday, February 11, 7-8:30pm (one session) or Monday, February 25, 7-8:30pm (one session) $20 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders; $15 per session if registering for multiple sessions $25 per session non-members; $20 per session if registering for multiple sessions

INTRODUCTION TO PASTEL PAINTING With Susan Gleason Designed for beginners or those pastel artists in need of a refresher course. Discover the beauty of pastels and learn to create beautiful pastel paintings. Demonstrations and individual instruction will be given throughout each hands-on session. Topics include learning about materials, techniques, underpainting, color and value, use of light and shadow, and basic perspective. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Tuesdays, January 15-March 5, 12:30-2:30pm (eight sessions) $130 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $140 non-members INTERMEDIATE PASTEL PAINTING With Susan Gleason Designed for continuing pastel students. Explore new techniques in pastel painting that will take your creations to a new level. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Tuesdays, January 15-March 5, 10am-noon (eight sessions) $130 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $140 non-members PEN AND INK BASICS 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. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Saturdays, January 19-February 9, 1-3pm (four sessions) $70 CA members/Columbia cardholders $80 non-members PEN AND INK WITH WATERCOLOR 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 registration. Saturdays, February 23-March 30, 1-3:30pm (six sessions) $95 CA members/Columbia cardholders $105 non-members

FUN WITH FLUID ACRYLIC With April Rimpo All levels welcome. New evening dates. Learn textural techniques using fluid acrylic and mixed media. Augment your paintings with patterns using a variety of media. Explore great color combinations and learn how to convert your favorite watercolor paint into fluid acrylic. You will learn how to incorporate drips, control blooms, add patterns to your underpaintings, and use stencils. Paints and acrylic mediums included in tuition. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Mondays, February 11-March 11, 7-9pm (four sessions) No class on February 18 $130 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $140 non-members INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR With Robert Coe A perfect class whether you are 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. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Tuesdays, January 29-March 5, 7-9pm (six sessions) $95 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $105 non-members INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR With Joyce Bell This class is designed for continuing watercolor students and focuses on creating more depth in your art. Bring several photographs from which you will paint your creations. Enjoy teacher demonstrations and hands-on exercises. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Wednesdays, January 16-March 20, 10am-noon (10 sessions) $170 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $180 non-members

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DABBLE IN WATERCOLOR With Robert Coe Try your hand at watercolor painting in a comfortable learning atmosphere. You will be instructed in hands-on exercises while also having the opportunity to watch instructor demonstrations. Bring a friend for a creative evening. All supplies included. Tuesday, January 15, 6-8pm (one session) $25 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 non-members 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 using 16 different types of pencils on a variety of light and dark surfaces, including drawing, printing, pastel and watercolor papers, as well as drafting film and suede matboard. All supplies included. Sunday, January 13, 10am-4pm (one session) or Sunday, March 3, 10am-4pm (one session) $65 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $75 non-members INTRODUCTION TO ONE STROKE PAINTING: BUNNY IN A GARDEN With Nancy Smith Using the simple and easy One Stroke technique, learn how to paint a small bunny in a flower garden. All skill levels are welcome. Explore basic strokes using scruffy and flat brushes. All supplies included. Tuesday, March 12, 6:30-8:30pm (one session) $30 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $40 non-members

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PEN & INK WITH WATERCOLOR SKETCHING Join artist and painting instructor Brenda Kidera for this popular and fun two-day workshop. Learn how to work with pen and ink with watercolor washes to produce small, lively, casual paintings. This class is great for those of you who already enjoy or would like to learn travel journaling. Reference materials will be supplied. Learn how to make even poor travel photos into beautiful small color sketches. There will be step-by-step instruction, demonstrations, and one-on-one interaction. Knowledge of basic watercolor techniques is necessary. Reference materials fee is due at the first class. There will be a lunch break; please bring a bag lunch or plan to grab a bite to eat nearby. Supply list will be provided.

PAINTING THE LANDSCAPE IN OIL OR ACRYLIC Landscape painting is very challenging. There is a wealth of information out there staring back at you, offering questions like: “What do I keep? What do I throw out? How do I make that into a good composition?” This class will break down the landscape into manageable pieces, discuss how to layer your way from background to foreground, and introduce a wide variety of techniques to paint the landscape effectively. We will also discuss painting outdoors – “plein air.” Composition, the importance of values, and lessons on mixing your colors will be covered. There will be step-by-step instruction and demonstrations. Brief knowledge of painting your medium is helpful. Reference materials fee is due at the first class. There will be a lunch break; please bring a bag lunch or plan to grab a bite to eat nearby. Supply list will be provided.

Friday-Saturday, January 25-26, 10am-4pm (two sessions) $240 CA members/Columbia Cardholders plus $8 reference materials fee $250 non-members plus $8 reference materials fee

Saturday-Sunday, March 23-24, 10am-4pm (two sessions) $240 CA members/Columbia Cardholders plus $8 reference materials fee $250 non-members plus $8 reference materials fee

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Biography Brenda Kidera is a representational artist whose paintings have won many awards and been exhibited across the U.S., including one-woman shows and major art exhibitions. She has taught classes and workshops privately, through arts organizations, and through Howard County Recreation and Parks for more than 20 years. Juried signature artist memberships include the Baltimore Watercolor Society, Washington Society of Landscape Painters, Society of Animal Artists, Pennsylvania Watercolor Society and Potomac Valley Watercolorists. This versatile artist creates work in a variety of painting media and genre. Kidera’s studio is located in rural Woodbine, Maryland, surrounded by gardens and wildlife, which are inspiration for many of her paintings. For more information, please visit KideraFineArt.com

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. Supply list will be provided at first class. Thursday, January 17-April 4, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) No class on February 7 and February 14 $185 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $195 non-members ACRYLIC PAINTING With Robyn Gavigan 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 registration. Mondays, January 7-February 25, noon-2:30pm (six sessions) No class on January 21 and February 18 or Mondays, March 5-April 8, noon-2:30pm (six sessions) $105 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $115 non-members HOT WAX! DISCOVER ENCAUSTICS With Marcie Wolf-Hubbard Back by popular demand. In this workshop you will explore techniques of painting and collage using wax to create art. Learn how to incorporate drawings, prints and photos into your art. Tools to create relief and sculptural forms will also be demonstrated. All supplies included. Bring your own lunch; beverages and dessert will be provided. Sunday, March 31, 10am-4pm (one session) $150 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $160 non-members

FUSED GLASS FUSED GLASS SQUARE BOWL SAMPLING WORKSHOP 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 and firing fee included. Saturday, January 26, 10am-1pm (one session) or Saturday, March 30, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $55 non-members CONTINUING FUSED GLASS With Jean Marie Mettee Enhance your knowledge of glass fusing by exploring advanced 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 most supplies are included in the tuition. More extensive works will require purchase of additional glass from the instructor. Wednesdays, February 6-March 20, 6:30-9pm (seven sessions) $215 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $225 non-members

JEWELRY VALENTINE’S DAY JEWELRY DESIGN: NECKLACE AND EARRING SET With Shawnda Smith Using various stringing techniques, have fun making a heart-themed necklace and earring set ideal for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy wearing your unique set on Valentine’s Day or give it as a present to someone special. All supplies included. Tuesday and Thursday, February 5-7, 6-8pm (two sessions) $35 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $45 non-members

BEADED LANYARD With Shawnda Smith NEW! Using faceted beads and gold or silver spacer beads, learn to create your own lanyard ideal for work attire accessories, including a work identification badge. All supplies included. Sunday, January 20, 11:30am-1pm (one session) $15 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $25 non-members GIRLS’ AFTERNOON OUT: EARRING EXTRAVAGANZA With Jill Rose A girl can never have too many earrings! Grab your best girlfriends and come to Columbia Art Center’s Girls’ Afternoon Out Earring Extravaganza. You’ll learn basic wire jewelry-making techniques to make a beautiful bounty of earrings while enjoying some light refreshments. No prior jewelry experience necessary. Students also have the option of purchasing a basic supply kit for $10 from the instructor at the class. Jewelry pliers and other tools will be provided. Bring your own beverages; light snacks will be provided. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Saturday, January 19, 1-3pm (one session) or Saturday, February 23, 1-3pm (one session) $25 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 non-members

MOSAICS MOSAIC MIRROR WORKSHOP With Christina McCleary Explore the basics of mosaic design in these fun workshops. Learn how to cut and position tiles and grout your own design. All supplies, grout and tile included. 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. Framed Mirror Wednesdays, February 6-20, 6:30-9pm (three sessions) Serving Tray Saturdays, March 9-23, 1:30-4pm (three sessions) $55 per session CA members/Columbia Cardholders $65 per session non-members

PRINTMAKING QUICK AND DIRTY PRINTMAKING With Sarah Matthews Jump feet-first into the world of printmaking. Using materials you already have at home, we will create monoprints, collagraphs, relief prints and more. No prior experience needed. All supplies included. Saturday, February 2, noon-2pm (one session) or Thursday, February 21, 6-8pm (one session) or Saturday, March 9, 10am-noon (one session) $25 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $35 non-members RELIEF PRINTMAKING With Sarah Matthews Ideal follow-up workshop to Quick and Dirty Printmaking! Relief prints are created through carving an image into a surface, adding ink and transferring the inked image onto paper. You will learn to carve and print a unique two-layer linoleum relief print. All supplies included. Saturdays, January 5-12, 10am-2pm (two sessions) $35 CA members/Columbia Cardholders $45 non-members

Class Policies & Procedures INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY In the event of inclement weather, Columbia Art Center will update its phone message at 410-730-0075 by 8am regarding facility closings and class cancellations. This information is also available on Columbia Association’s Facebook page and website.

DISCOUNTS Columbia Art Center programs are offered at two rates: one for those with CA memberships or Columbia Cards, and the other for non-members. Non-members who live on CA-assessed property may obtain a free Columbia Card to receive the member rate for Art Center programs. To obtain a card, visit the Customer and Member Service Center (6310 Hillside Court). Columbia Cardholders are also eligible for discounts at pools and other facilities. 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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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 canceled if minimum enrollment is not met three days prior to the class beginning. Several classes have prerequisites. Please read course descriptions carefully. Columbia Art Center programs are held in group settings. For information on requesting accommodations, please visit the ADA Compliance section on Columbia Association’s website, ColumbiaAssociation.org. 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, or over the phone. Tuition can be paid by check or credit card (Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover accepted). Please make check payable to Columbia Art Center. RESIDENT STATUS CA members/Columbia Cardholders/non-members Columbia Art Center programs are offered at two rates: one for those with CA memberships or Columbia Cards, and the other for non-members. Non-members who live on CA-assessed property may obtain a free Columbia Card to receive the member rate for Art Center programs. To obtain a card, visit the Customer and Member Service Center (6310 Hillside Court). Columbia Cardholders are also eligible for discounts at pools and other facilities.

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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.

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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

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