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CONTENTS Gallery Shop ...................................................4 Rentals............................................................4 Summer Art Camp..........................................5 Summer’s End School’s Out............................6 Exhibitions .....................................................7 Youth & Teen Parties ......................................8 Paint Night Parties.........................................9
Youth & Teen Classes................................10-14 Youth Artist Mastery Program ....................10 Painting Exploration ....................................10 Paint Like Pop Artists ..................................10 Kids & Clay ...................................................10 Youth and Teen Summer Workshops ...11 & 13 Youth Zentangle® ..........................................12 Drawing ........................................................12 Teen Comic Drawing.....................................12 Teen Comic Drawing with Manga Studio Pro....14 Teen Wheel-Throwing ...................................14 Teen Zentangle® ............................................14
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Adult Classes & Workshops ...................15-20 Ceramics........................................................15 Special Topic Series.......................................16 Plaster Mold Making, Platters and Slab Happy Girls’ Night Out Digital Arts & Photography .........................17 Drawing & Painting .....................................17 Drawing & Painting Sampling Workshops ...19 Fiber ..............................................................18 Fused Glass...................................................20 Healing Arts .................................................20 Mosaics .........................................................20 Registration......................................................21 Release, Waiver of Liability.............................22 Class Policies .....................................................23 Inclement Weather Policy, Discounts, Supplies, Cancellations & Tuition Refunds Rental Rates .....................................................24
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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
Columbia Art Center is very excited to be a part of this summer’s outdoor event
Japanese Garden, art and life enhancement lectures and more! Columbia Art Center
of Columbia Association for 29 years. It has been a functioning arts school for more
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than 30 years and was formerly known as the Antioch Visual Arts College.
SAT, JUN 11 / 11AM-4PM
LOCATION Columbia Art Center is located in the Long Reach Village Center
Long Reach Village Center 8775 Cloudleap Court, Columbia
is part of Columbia Association’s Community Services Division and has been part
(next to Stonehouse Community Center), just minutes from Route 175
Help us engage the community and reimagine Long Reach Village Center
and Tamar Drive.
through a day of visual, literary and performing arts. Sponsored by Howard
CONTACT INFO 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia, MD • 21045 Telephone • 410-730-0075 Fax • 410-997-2902 Website • ColumbiaArtCenter.org
County Arts Council, Howard County Government, Columbia Festival of the Arts, Long Reach Community
Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org Liz Henzey, Director • Liz.Henzey@ColumbiaAssociation.org Trudy Babchak, Assistant Director • Trudy.Babchak@ColumbiaAssociation.org General Information •
Association, Columbia Association and Columbia Art Center. Enjoy art demonstrations, interactive activities,
Liz Henzey • Director Trudy Babchak • Assistant Director
FRONT DESK FACILITATORS Liron Fisch • Barbara Herschman • Donna Lonegro Hira Ovais • Emily Yeagley Monica Herber • Daytime and Youth Program Coordinator Megan Trail • Daytime and Youth Program Assistant Christina McCleary • Ceramics Studio Manager Nancy McIntosh • Kiln Technician Jann Tamburello • Glaze Lab Manager COVER PHOTO by Rich Riggins
music and dance performances, good food and more. Free admission, open to all ages.
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GALLERY SHOP The Gallery 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 practical use and includes pottery, jewelry, fiber, paintings, photographs, glass, cards and more!
Gallery Shop Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:30am-9pm, Friday 9:30am-5pm, Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
Columbia Art Center
RENTALS Columbia Art Center rentals are available in our art galleries, studio rooms and Japanese garden. Enjoy a unique setting filled with original art for your next event. Art displays change regularly. Our rooms accommodate bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings, art and craft group meetings, lectures, art project rentals, birthday parties and celebrations of all sorts, even small weddings. Columbia Art Center provides tables and chairs. Room setup and take down are responsibility of renter. Please allow set-up and take-down time in your rental timeframe. For an additional fee, Columbia Art Center can set up room. Catering is not provided by Columbia Art Center. Please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org for more information or to reserve your rental. See rental rates listed on page 24.
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Art camp for kids! for grades 1-8 • Director, Korey Rosenbaum
Art Camp provides exciting avenues of creativity and discovery to every camper in a healthy and safe environment. Each week has a unique theme to promote diverse and entertaining projects for each camp session. Campers experiment with colors, textures and mediums through daily projects and lessons. Art specialists teach visual and performing arts processes, including printmaking, drawing and painting, 3-dimensional design, collage, clay, puppetry, skit creation and much more. The young artists are encouraged to explore their imaginations and develop their own style of artistic expression. Additional programming includes Zumba® dance class, daily outdoor recreation time, and swimming once a week. There will be a special collaborative camp project or show at the end of each one-week session. Campers are grouped together by age. Please note: Campers are not permitted to go to the village center at any time during camp or extended care.
Sessions begin June 20-August 12, Monday-Friday, 8:30-4pm Before and aftercare available CA Member/CA Resident: $270 per week Non-Member/Non-Residents: $285 per week No camp on July 4; that week’s session is $215 Columbia residents/$230 nonresidents
Our Creative Stories: Memory, Experience, Imagination June 20-24 • Community and Culture June 27-July 1 • Dreams and Fantasy July 5-8 • Time Travel July 11-15 • Technology and Invention July 18-22 • Earth and I July 25-29 • Ordinary to Extraordinary Aug 1-5 • Identity and Heritage Aug 8-12 • Journeys and Adventures For more information or to request a Columbia Association camp catalog, call 410-715-3168 or 410-730-0075.
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END OF SUMMER ART EXTRAVAGANZA
School’s Out Program for grades 1-8 Make the last couple weeks of summer the best! The School’s Out program is as fun and imaginative as it is educational. Children experience unique opportunities to create amazing memories and develop lasting friendships. Students experiment, play, create and learn with art projects that foster creativity and encourage future success. Bring a friend, make new friends, pack a lunch and enjoy a fun day of art. Snack and beverage will be served after 3:30pm. Registration can be taken until the day before the School’s Out date. School’s Out End of Summer 2016 program dates:
Athens to Rio: An Olympic Adventure Monday-Friday, August 15-19 Main Program 9am-3:30pm, Full Day 7:30am-5:30pm (five sessions)
Big Ideas Lead to Artistic Inventions Monday-Friday, August 22-26 Main Program 9am-3:30pm, Full Day 7:30am-5:30pm (five sessions) Program lessons will be available to view on ColumbiaArtCenter.org one month before each date. $50 per child per day for Columbia residents and nonresidents. Before and After Care cost included in the price. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email Art.Staff@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
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STUDENT/FACULTY ANNUALEXHIBITION Now through June 19 M a i n a n d W i n d ow G a l l e r i e s
Features a variety of art created by instructors and students of Columbia Art Center. Featured art includes pottery; sculpture; fiber; watercolor, acrylic, and oil paintings; photographs; mixed media; jewelry; collage; mosaics; and fused glass.
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PARTiES
For YOUTH &TEENS
Each party can be tailored for birthdays, graduations, report card celebrations, family parties or any occasion! Parties include invitations, cake, food and beverage, colorful paper products, party-themed activities, two party attendants, art instruction, setup and cleanup. Early reservations are recommended. Parties are available Friday 5-7pm, Saturday/Sunday 12-2pm or 2:30-4:30pm. For pricing or more information on these parties or art parties for adults, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/ArtParty or call Kristin Miles, Birthday Party Coordinator at 410-715-3169 or email: Kristin.Miles@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
POPULAR PARTY OPTIONS! Paint and Palette Ages 5+ Have a blast with your friends as you fill your canvas with images in the unique style of a famous painter. Choose the dynamic swirling style of Van Gogh or the brightly colored pop art style of Andy Warhol to create your own fabulous painting. Minecraft Madness Ages 5+ Are you a Minecraft fan? Do you want everyone to know it? At this party, you can learn how to draw your favorite 3-D creature and put it on a T-shirt! Make your own party world and create a real life game sword. Graffiti Artist for the Day Ages 10-17 You and your friends will experience the thrill of mastering basic drawing and painting skills. Choose a style (classic bubble, cartoon or stencil) to design your own board or T-shirt.
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JEWELRY PARTIES Crazy Beaded Charms Ages 10-17 Join the latest craze in beading with new two-hole beads called Super Duos. The color combos are endless and you can make as many one-of-a-kind charms as time allows.
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Super Duos Bead Bracelet Ages 12-17 Be a trendsetter and create a stylish Super Duos beaded bracelet. Learn bead weaving by stitching these new beads and seed beads together. Elegant to Expressive Pearl Bracelet Ages 10-17 Your friends will rave about your new neon weave bracelet. Design an elegant or funky accessory after learning quick and simple techniques that combine round beads, pearls and/or seed beads.
CLASSIC PARTIES Fairy Dust and Dragon Wings Ages 5+ Explore fairy tales and myths during an artistic escape to another world! Create a carnival mask, costume wings or a fairy tale sketchbook. Paints, Paws and Claws Ages 5+ Take a journey around the globe learning about colorful animal art! Create a vibrant mask or shadow puppet and design habitat scenery for your party animal. Wear-a-Doodle Party! Ages 5+ Make an impression with your one-of-a-kind design! Imprint your artwork on a T-shirt or cinch bag. Choose your own theme. Note: Wear-A-Doodle items are not guaranteed to be printed by the conclusion of the party. If not completed by the end of the party, they will be ready for pickup in two days.
PAINT NIGHT PARTIES
Ages 16 +
Create your own paint night party with a personal and meaningful design for you and your friends. Great for birthdays or bridal events. Participants take home their creations. Art instruction typically runs two hours, plus one hour for setup, refreshments and cleanup. Early reservations are recommended. To schedule your party, call Columbia Art Center or visit ColumbiaArtCenter.org. Party Includes: Two hours of art instruction All materials and supplies used for the project(s) Use of private studio space for up to three hours
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YOUTH &TEEN CLASSES
Unless otherwise noted, supplies are included in the cost of tuition for youth classes. Because Columbia Art Center wants students to focus on the activity and not worry about getting messy, it is recommended that they wear old clothes or bring a smock for all activities. YOUNG ARTIST MASTERERY PROGRAM For ages 6-17 Columbia Art Center’s Youth Artist Mastery Program offers students the chance to focus on their studies as they hone their artistic abilities. Whether used as a means for creative self-expression or to prepare for further artistic endeavors, these classes and workshops will work to expand participants’ skill levels and stretch their creativity while building confidence and artistic sensibility. Who Should Take This Program: Students ages 6-17 who took or will take classes or workshops at Columbia Art Center during the Fall 2015 through the present session. Program Description: Students are asked to complete four classes which will enable them to 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 that includes a free portfolio review and 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 Youth Artistic Master Certificate Program when you sign up and pay for your first class — classes taken during the Fall 2015, Winter 2016 and Spring 2016 sessions can apply to the Certificate Program.
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PAINTING EXPLORATION For ages 6-9 With Erin Rasmussen Have fun and learn at the same time. Begin to master the basics of painting and explore color values, color mixing and other principles of design while learning different techniques developed by famous painters. Content adapted for returning students. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 12-21, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents $30 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants PAINT LIKE POP ARTISTS: KEITH HARING AND ANDY WARHOL For ages 6-9 With Erin Rasmussen Study the bold and vibrant works of Haring’s graffiti-like paintings seen on the subways and city walls of New York City! Explore Haring’s drawing and painting techniques that reveal simple and playful forms and carry positive messages about community, peace and equality. Learn about Andy Warhol, the pop artist who brought advertising to the world of fine art. Create graphic images inspired by media, comics and our own lives. Supply list will be provided at the time of registration. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 9-18, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents $30 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants KIDS AND CLAY: MORE THAN MUD PIES For ages 6-11 With Megan Trail For youth at any level of clay experience. In a fun and relaxing atmosphere, learn fun, basic techniques of handbuilding (coil, pinch, slab) to express individuality and creativity. Projects will be colorful and creative — relating to the seasons, literature, music and more. Saturdays, July 9-30, 9:30-11am (four sessions) or Saturdays, Aug. 6-27, 9:30-11am (four sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents
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EXPERIMENTS WITH SPLATTER PAINTING For ages 10-14 With Fidel Carey-Realmo Experience the blast and excitement of splatter painting expression as we explore and invent new techniques of putting paint onto canvas, cardboard, found objects and furniture. This is about creating freely and painting how and what you want. No experience necessary. Monday-Friday, Aug. 1-5, 4-6pm (five sessions) or Monday-Friday, Aug. 22-26, 10am-noon (five sessions) $85 Columbia residents/$95 nonresidents $65 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants COMIC WORKSHOP FOR TEENS For ages 10-17 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. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, July 18-29, 4-6pm (six sessions) $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents $70 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants LAYING OUT COMICS WITH MANGA STUDIO PRO For ages 10-17 With Adam Goode Learn how to take your brilliant ideas from sketch to screen with Manga Studio Pro. We’ll develop a script, develop scanned sketches into workable images and place them into panels complete with text boxes and dialogue in order to have a printable project.
EXPLORING SOUND IN FOUND OBJECT SCULPTURE For ages 10-17 With Adam Goode String Instruments Using basic physics of sound wave vibration, we’ll create objects that can be plucked, strummed or bowed to create a variety of pitches. Using found objects, we’ll drill and reshape them into working instruments. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 1-3pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents Percussion Instruments Tubulums, drums, hands, mallets and sticks. Together, we will find the slap, tap and boom of common objects to create one of a kind sound sculptures. Wednesday, Aug. 24, 1-3pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents Junkyard Sounds Using basic circuits, we’ll create electronic pickups to amplify the sounds around us. We’ll attach pickups to stringed, drummed or vibrated surfaces. Thursday, Aug. 25, 1-3pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents Collaborative Performance Finale The grand symphonic finale! Join the found objects orchestra. Students will use their sound sculptures to create a collaborative musical masterpiece to be performed from 5pm to dusk. Friday, Aug. 26, 3:30-5:30pm (one session) $20 Columbia residents/$30 nonresidents
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Aug. 1-12, 4-6pm (six sessions) $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents $70 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
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BASIC ZENTANGLE® For ages 9-11 With Arlene Mindus, CZT NEW! Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Arlene Mindus in creating an animal, one stroke at a time, using the Zentangle Method. This easy and fun method of drawing linear, abstract patterns develops focus, creativity, hand-eye coordination, following step-by-step directions, and problem solving techniques. A mini Zentangle kit is provided for $5 and may be used for additional workshops. Saturday, July 9 or Monday, Aug. 22, 1-3pm (one session) $30 for Columbia residents and nonresidents $20 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants INTERMEDIATE ZENTANGLE® For ages 9-11 With Arlene Mindus, CZT Continue to explore this easy and fun method of drawing linear, abstract patterns. Certified Zentangle Teacher Arlene Mindus will guide you in creating an underwater creature or fish, adding to the patterns learned in the basic workshop. The Zentangle Method develops focus and creativity, reduces stress and provides artistic satisfaction. Bring your mini Zentangle kit from the basic workshop or buy one for $5. Tuesday, Aug. 23, 1-3pm (one session) $30 for everyone $20 for Summer 2016 Art Camp participants DRAWING SERIES 102: ALL DRAWING MEDIUM For ages 9-12 With Alina Poroshina Children love to draw and they do so freely and with great joy. Pre-adolescents reach a point where they want to achieve new levels of realism in their work. To do this, they must learn to see with an artist’s eye. This course introduces methods to help reach their goals in a fun and productive way! They will concentrate on observational drawing with a variety of techniques. Each term expands the artistic horizon of the children, whether they are new to art or repeating the class. Continuing students are encouraged in this class. Saturdays, July 9-30, 10-11:30am (four sessions) $60 Columbia residents/$70 nonresidents $40 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
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FROM REALISM TO ABSTRACT AND BACK For ages 10-14 With Erin Rasmussen During this workshop, students will learn about modernist masters who bridged the gap between realism and abstraction through their vivid art. By focusing on the fundamentals of color, shape and composition, students will create drawings, paintings and collages. Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 26-Aug. 4, 5-6:30pm (four sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents $30 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants COMIC WORKSHOP FOR TEENS For ages 10-17 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. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, July 18-29, 4-6pm (six sessions) $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents $70 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
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SCULPTURE For ages 11-16 With Korey Rosenbaum New! Add depth to your portfolio with threedimensional artwork and work on hands-on projects in this week-long workshop. Learn about different structural techniques in order to create one-of-a-kind sculptural forms. Each day we will focus on a different medium, ranging from plaster to clay to found objects and more. Monday-Friday, Aug. 15-19, 10am-12:30pm (five sessions) $125 Columbia residents/$135 nonresidents $100 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants GR@FF!T! For grades 6 and up With Fidel Carey-Realmo Be artistically spontaneous and learn how to tap into your creative talents using spray paint, found objects and other materials. Tag a piece of furniture or object. You will make individual as well as group pieces. No experience necessary. Pizza lunch included. Materials fee included in price of the class. Monday-Friday, July 11-15, 3-6pm or Monday-Friday, August 15-19, 1-4pm $125 Columbia residents/$135 nonresidents $100 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants MMMM-PUPPETS! DELIGHTFUL FOAM CREATIONS THAT MOVE! For ages 12-17 With Adam Goode Have you ever wondered what it takes to make puppets like Kermit, Yoda or Miss Piggy? In this class, we will be building characters you design using a combination of polyfoam, craft foam, and fabric. We will look at basic construction of hand, glove and arm rod puppets. Materials fee included in price of the class. Monday-Friday, Aug. 15-19, 5-7pm (Five sessions) $150 Columbia residents/$165 nonresidents
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TEEN WHEEL-THROWING MINI-DAY WORKSHOP For ages 12-17 With Joe Vitek This daily two-week ceramics camp is for students who wish to learn the fundamental skills involved with making pottery on the wheel. All the basics from clay preparation, throwing techniques and glazing will be taught, as well as opportunities for some hand-building. Students learn how to make vases, mugs, bowls and plates, plus other forms according to ability and desire. Clay, use of tools, glazing and firing are included in tuition. Monday-Friday, July 6-17 and Monday, July 20, 2-4pm (11 sessions) $155 Columbia residents/$165 nonresidents READY SET PRINT POSTERS For ages 12-17 With Megan Trail New! Imagine, ink and print your own poster. This workshop will concentrate on the foundations of the screen printing process. Multiple stencil techniques, color mixing, multicolored prints, registration and edition printing will be examined through demonstrations and individual and collaborative projects. Materials fee included in price of the class. Monday-Friday, July 25-29, noon-3pm (five sessions) $125 Columbia residents/$135 nonresidents FIGURE DRAWING FOR TEENS For ages 12-17 With Liron Fisch Improve your portfolio and observational drawing skills. Draw from live clothed models. Students will get comfortable rendering the human form in charcoal, pencil and ink. Learn gesture, proportion, volume and foreshortening to achieve accurate and expressive works of art. Modeling fee included in tuition. Monday-Friday, Aug. 15-19, 1-3:30pm (five sessions) $125 Columbia residents/$135 nonresidents $100 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
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LAYING OUT COMICS WITH MANGA STUDIO PRO For ages 9-14 With Adam Goode Learn how to take your brilliant idea from sketch to screen with Manga Studio Pro. You will learn how to develop a script, scan sketches into workable images, and then place them into panels complete with text boxes and dialogue. You will leave this class with a completed printable project. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, Aug. 1-12, 4-6pm (six sessions) $90 Columbia residents/$100 nonresidents $70 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
INTERMEDIATE ZENTANGLEÂŽ For ages 12-15 With Arlene Mindus, CZT Continue to explore this easy and fun method of drawing linear, abstract patterns. Certified Zentangle Teacher Arlene Mindus will guide you in creating an underwater creature or fish, adding to those patterns learned in the basic workshop. The Zentangle Method develops focus and creativity, reduces stress and provides artistic satisfaction. Bring your mini Zentangle kit from the basic workshop or buy one for $5. Thursday, July 14, 3-5pm (one session) $30 for Columbia residents and nonresidents $20 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
DRAWING SERIES 201: DRAWING FROM OBSERVATION For ages 11-14 With Liron Fisch Build your portfolio! Learn technical drawing skills to assist you in observational drawing. Foundations such as light, shadow, line and composition will be the focus of the class and drawings will be developed by carefully observing still life subject matters under light sources. You will use various charcoals in this class and be provided with a supply list at the time of registration. Continuing students encouraged to take this class. Mondays, July 11-Aug. 15, 5-7pm (six sessions) $85 Columbia residents/$95 nonresidents $65 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
TEEN WHEEL-THROWING For ages 12-17 With Joe Vitek For total beginners and those with clay experience. This class is designed for students who wish to learn the fundamental skills of making pottery on the wheel. All the basics from clay preparation, throwing techniques and glazing will be taught, as well as some hand-building. Expect to learn how to make vases, mugs, bowls and plates, plus other forms according to ability and desire. Clay, use of tools, glazing and firing are included in tuition. Thursdays, July 23-Aug. 20, 2-4pm (five sessions) $100 Columbia residents/$120 nonresidents
BASIC ZENTANGLEÂŽ For ages 12-15 With Arlene Mindus, CZT New! Students in grades 7-10 can join Certified Zentangle Teacher Arlene Mindus in creating an animal, one stroke at a time, using the Zentangle Method. This easy and fun method of drawing linear, abstract patterns develops focus, creativity, hand-eye coordination, following step-by-step directions and problem solving techniques. A mini Zentangle kit is provided for $5 and may be used for additional workshops. Wednesday, July 13, 3-5pm (one session) $30 for Columbia residents and nonresidents $20 Summer 2016 Art Camp participants
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ADULTS Ages 17and Older CERAMICS NOTE: All summer 2016 enrolled ceramics students can use open studio to practice their skills for free. Free open studio is available when classes are not in session. See listing of available open studio hours posted in the Ceramics Studio. Ceramic classes include use of
covered. This workshop is geared to the self-directed student who wishes to explore storytelling through low-fire clay. Some clay experience is recommended. Saturday, July 16, 10am-4pm (one session) Limit 10 students $80 for everyone LOW FIRE: UNCOVERING THE MYSTERY OF EARTHENWARE With Christina McCleary This hands-on, two-day workshop is for anyone who wants to awaken the possibilities in their ceramic work through imagery, texture and color. Demonstrations will be focused on approaching the surface in a loose and painterly way using engobes, terra sigillata and underglaze. Simple hand-built vessels and tiles will serve as your canvas. All levels welcome. Saturday and Sunday, July 9-10, 10am-4pm (two sessions) Limit 10 students $110 Columbia residents/$120 nonresidents
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 an excess of 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. Please, no production work.
GIVE IT A SPIN With Joe Vitek Have you always wanted to try your hand at making something on the potter’s wheel? Well, join us and see what it’s all about. In this three-hour workshop participants will cover methods of centering clay and throwing bowl and cylinder forms. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon. Students will decorate finished pieces using commercial underglaze and slips. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Saturday, July 9, 2-5pm (one session) or Saturday, Aug. 6, 2-5pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents LOW FIRE SCULPTURE: CREATURE FEATURE With Christina McCleary Some stories can’t be told through pots. Here’s a chance to learn how to express those stories through animal figures with and without found objects. Each student will choose their own animal to focus on and work alongside the class facilitator in developing a unique animal. Forming techniques and surface treatments including underglaze, oxides, decals and colored slip decoration will be
LOW-FIRE LOW-FIRE: INDEPENDENT SEMINAR Designed as an independent study for continuing intermediate/advanced low-fire clay handbuilding and sculpture students 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 clean-up processes. Prerequisite: Low-Fire: Explorations in Terra Cotta and/or teacher approval. Saturdays, July 9-Aug. 27, 11:30am-2pm (eight sessions) $120 Columbia residents/$130 nonresidents INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL: LEARNING TO LOVE CLAY With Donna Lansman For beginners and those with some clay experience. Learn the basics of working on the potter’s wheel. Wedge and center clay and learn how to turn basic thrown forms into beautiful vases, cups and bowls. Simple glazing and decorating techniques are also introduced. Supplies are available to purchase on the first day of class. Tuesdays, July 5-Aug. 23, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $260 Columbia residents/$270 nonresidents
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PLASTER MOLD MAKING With Kyle Bauer In this four-week class, participants will learn how to expand their unique voice in clay through the use of plaster molds. Students will explore the stages involved in plaster mold production. We will begin with lofting master forms, then discuss proper methods for casting a mold from found objects and finish with proper care/storage of plaster molds. Demonstrations will include proper plaster mixing, pouring and mold finishing techniques with press, hump and slump molds. Upon completion, each participant will take home their own set of plaster molds. Intermediate and advanced levels. Thursdays, July 7-28, 6:30-9pm (four sessions) $110 Columbia residents/$120 nonresidents
PLATTERS Create beautiful hand-built and/or thrown platters. You’ll learn about a variety of platter forms with three different artists. Discussions of how to marry form and purpose will be the point of departure for creating your platters. Students will focus on preventing warping, refining shape and handles. Intermediate and advanced levels. Sign up for all three and get a 10 percent discount! Turkey Day Platter With Joe Vitek Saturday, July 16, 10am-12:30pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents Rainbow Trout Platter With Nancy McIntosh Saturday, July 23, 10am-12:30pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents Vegan Delights Platter With Yoshi Fujii Saturday, July 30, 10am-12:30pm (one session) $35 Columbia residents/$45 nonresidents
SLAB HAPPY GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT With Nancy McIntosh Enjoy a fun and creative night out with your girlfriends! Participants will cover basic methods of slab handbuilding with clay to construct creative, unique decor projects. Projects will then be stamped, carved and painted with colorful underglazes. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for the drying and firing of finished work. Designed for ages 21 and up. Dessert Dishes With Nancy McIntosh Friday, July 15, 6:30-9pm (one session) $40 for everyone Jewelry Boxes With Nancy McIntosh Friday, Aug. 12, 6:30-9pm (one session) $40 for everyone
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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, July 5-Aug. 23, 10am-12:30pm (eight sessions) $260 Columbia residents/$270 nonresidents WHEEL AND HANDBUILDING: THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS With Nancy McIntosh Throw, cut, fold and bend! This class focuses on creative ways to approach pottery forms and surfaces. Students will discover ways to alter pots on and off the wheel while learning various methods of surface decoration. Demonstrations include throwing, darting, hand-building techniques, stamp-making, handmade texture tools, slip trailing and more. Throughout the workshop, students gain the skills and confidence necessary to expand on learned ideas/techniques and will recognize how to achieve a cohesive balance between form, surface and function. Basic wheel-throwing and/or hand-building skills are necessary. Thursdays, July 7-Aug. 25, 10am-12:30pm (eight sessions) $260 Columbia residents/$270 nonresidents THROWING LARGE With Yoshi Fujii New! This class provides students the chance to work with scale and develop their own personal style. The instructor will challenge participants to move beyond their comfort zone through demonstrations and group critiques. Surface techniques and glaze application will also be emphasized. This class is for students looking to refine their throwing skills in clay and surface alterations. Wednesdays, July 6-Aug. 24, 6:30-9pm (eight sessions) $260 Columbia residents/$270 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 clean-up processes. Please no production work. Prerequisite: One Columbia Art Center intermediate level ceramics class and teacher approval. July 5-Aug. 26 (eight weeks) $250 Columbia residents/$260 nonresidents
DIGITAL ARTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY GOT A DIGITAL CAMERA? NOW WHAT? With Dennis Gilbert Move beyond snapshots using your digital camera or smartphone. Through photo assignments, discussions and demonstrations, you will explore camera operation in both manual and automatic modes and deepen your understanding of the elements of composition that make a good photograph. You also will be introduced to adjusting photo images using Adobe Photoshop ElementsÂŽ software. Fridays, Aug. 5-19, 10am-noon (three sessions) $50 Columbia residents/$60 nonresidents
DRAWING AND PAINTING CLASSES 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. Tuesdays, July 12-Aug. 16, 7-9pm (six sessions) $115 Columbia residents/$125 nonresidents PEN AND INK WITH WATERCOLOR With Carol Zika This class combines the time-honored technique of pen and ink with the medium of watercolor. Students with a basic knowledge of traditional pen and ink strokes, as well as some watercolor experience, are encouraged to take the class. Have fun learning strategies for combining the two techniques for a fresh, appealing approach. You will be given a supplies list at the time of registration. Saturdays, July 9-July 30, 10am-noon (four sessions) $55 Columbia residents/$65 nonresidents
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GUEST ARTIST WORKSHOP
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Steve Fleming In this two-day workshop you will gain a basic understanding of how to start a painting and the excitement of beginning a wonderful relationship with the fabulous medium of oil paint. You will start by establishing dark and light shapes and mixing their correct values and approximate colors. The class also will focus on brushwork and the direct application of paint. Without a good start to an oil painting, every step in the process will be flawed. All levels of students are welcome. Steve will create a complete painting and demonstrate the process of turning the complicated into a focused and conceptbased painting. Students will do multiple paintings with Steve’s individual instruction and positive group critiques. The class will work from photographs in order to judge color and value interpretations. Supply list will be provided at time of registration. Steve Fleming is an artist who works in watercolor, acrylic and oil. He teaches for the Art League in Alexandria, Virginia, as well as workshops across the country and abroad. His style of teaching is lively and instructional. He is known for his expressive drawing style, creative use of color and the ability to break down the painting and drawing to very understandable and repeatable steps, making all students feel capable.
Saturday-Sunday, July 16-17, 10am-4pm (two sessions) $130 Columbia residents/$140 nonresidents
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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, July 21-Aug. 25, 6:30-9pm (six sessions) $100 Columbia residents/$110 nonresidents ACRYLIC PAINTING With Alina Poroshina 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. Wednesdays, July 13-Aug. 24, 6:30-9pm (seven sessions) $150 Columbia residents/$160 nonresidents
FIBER INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING OR CROCHET With Anna Tai For beginners and beyond. You have the choice of learning either knitting or crochet in this fun basics workshop. In knitting, you will learn how to cast on, master the knit, purl stitches and cast off. In crochet, you will learn the chain stitch (for foundation chain), single-crochet and double-crochet stitches. A supply list will be given to you at the time of your registration. You are also welcome to reserve supplies with the instructor for a nominal fee: $8 for knitting supplies or $5 for crochet supplies. Saturday, July 16, 9:30-11:30am (one session) $25 Columbia residents/$35 nonresidents
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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, June 28, 6-8pm (one session)or Tuesday, Aug. 23, 6-8pm (one session) $35 for everyone 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. Sunday, June 26, noon-2pm (one session) $35 for everyone PAINTING OUTSIDE THE LINES WATERCOLOR With Joyce Bell Using photos of flower arrangements, learn how to enhance the essence of the bouquet by adding your own embellishments. Feel free to bring your own photographs. Tuesday, June 28, 10am-3pm (one session) $40 Columbia residents/$50 nonresidents
SUMI-E With Yolanda Koh Whether you have been painting for years or have never picked up a brush, you’ll love learning this fast and easy freehand method of painting. Explore basic strokes and learn to put them together to form flowers, landscapes and still lifes in the style of Chinese brush painting. Rice paper is available to purchase for $1 per sheet. Saturday, July 23, 10am-noon (one session) $25 Columbia residents/$35 nonresidents 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. At the time of your registration, you will be given a list of supplies to purchase for approximately $25. Saturday, July 16, 9:30am-3pm (one session) or Saturday, Aug. 20, 9:30am-3pm (one session) $65 Columbia residents/$75 nonresidents ZENTANGLE ON TONED PAPER WITH HIGHLIGHTS With Deanna Williford, CZT Prerequisite: any Zentangle experience! In this intermediate workshop, you'll be enhancing your tangles with bright white highlights (as well as darker shading) to really bring out the 3-D quality of a Zentangle drawing and take your artwork to a whole new dimension! Deanna Williford, Certified Zentangle Teacher, will also be adding the feature of a reddish-brown pen into the “mixture”— a very cool tool! You may buy both “tools” — pen and charcoal pencil — at the workshop for a total of $5. Bring your kit from your Basics class. Zentangle supplies and books will be available for purchase. Saturday, Aug. 13, 10:30am-1pm (one session) $30 for everyone
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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. Note: If you take this workshop and decide to enroll in a full-session introductory fused glass class during the Fall 2016 session, you will receive $15 off your class tuition. Saturday, Aug. 27, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 nonresidents
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. You are strongly encouraged 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. This workshop promises to provide a fun art experience for groups of friends or family members. Continuing students are welcome to take the workshop and try new techniques with more advanced designs. Wednesdays, July 13-27, 6:30-9pm (three sessions) $55 Columbia residents/$65 nonresidents
HEALING ARTS 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 during which you will create a beautiful one-of-akind 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. Mirror and materials will be provided. No prior art experience required. Monday, July 13, 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. Canvas and materials will be provided. No prior art experience required. Monday, Aug. 15, 10am-1pm (one session) $45 Columbia residents/$55 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 INCLEMENT 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 “Non-Resident” tuition. Access to CA facilities and programs may be denied to a Columbia Resident (member or non-member) whose property is the subject of a covenant violation referred to the Architectural Resource Committee for Action.
SUPPLIES Adult students are responsible for purchasing their own materials for most classes. Refer to course description for clarification or call Columbia Art Center for additional information. A supply list for adult classes will be supplied upon registration.
CANCELLATION AND TUITION REFUNDS Columbia Art Center reserves the right to cancel any class for any reason. In the event 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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RENTALRATES Columbia Art Center rentals are available in our art galleries, studio rooms and Japanese garden. Enjoy a unique setting filled with original art for your next event. Art displays change regularly. 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....................$175Weekdays $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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