Art and Visual Programs

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING

Learn the basics of Chinese in painting in this multigenerational class. Participants will be shown how to hold the brush and create simple pictures of grass, bamboo and fruit. You will find your inner artist in this workshop. Supplies included and this class will be taught by Kathy Gemperle. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 10 yrs and up Fee, 1 session: $17R/$17NR

Class # Dates Days Time

233622A1 Nov 14 Su 3-4:30pm 233622B1 Nov 21 Su 3-4:30pm

FAMILY CLAY SCULPTURE

A child and parent work as a team to create clay pieces that they’ll always treasure. Registration will be under the child’s name; enrollment is limited to ensure individualized instruction. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5 yrs. and up Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232621A1 Sept 15-Oct 20 W 6-7pm 232621B1 Oct 27-Dec 1 W 6-7pm 232621C1 Sept 13-Oct 25 M 6-7pm 232621D1 Nov 1-Dec 6 M 6-7pm

YOUTH POTTERY

Have you ever squeezed wet clay through your fingers? Do you want to turn your idea for a sculpture into a real piece or art? Students expand their imagination as they create clay sculptures, elbow pots, coils and more. No class Oct. 11. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-10 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232620A1 Sept 15-Oct 20 W 4:45-5:45pm 232620B1 Oct 27-Dec 1 W 4:45-5:45pm 232620C1 Sept 13-Oct 25 M 4:45-5:45pm 232620D1 Nov 1-Dec 6 M 4:45-5:45pm

DROP-IN POTTERY

Use this time specifically to hone your pottery skills at your own pace. Instruction is not provided and finished pottery pieces will be fired in the regular fire rotation. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. and up Drop-in fee: $14 R/NR

Dates Day Time

Sept 12,26 Su 1-3pm Oct 3,10,17,24 Su 1-3pm Nov 7,14 21,28 Su 1-3pm

ADULT POTTERY

You will make sculptures, pots, plates and other items by hand-building and using the wheel. Make delightful gifts or create something for yourself. Fee includes materials, firings and one hour of studio time following each class. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 17 yrs. and up Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

233603A1 Sept 15-Oct 20 W 7:15-9:15pm 233603B1 Oct 27-Dec 1 W 7:15-9:15pm 233603C1 Sept 13-Oct 25 M 7:15-9:15pm 233603D1 Nov 1-Dec 6 M 7:15-9:15pm

MINI TREE HOUSE

Bring a small branch and any scraps of materials, string, bits of screen or small pieces of wood. Bring a branch that is 12-18 inches long and has branches. The instructors will provide some materials for participants and a hot glue gun will be used during the class. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee, 1 session: $14 R/18 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232652A1 Oct 24 Su 3-4:30pm 232652A1 Nov 7 Su 3-4:30pm

MAGIC CLASS

You will have fun as they learn fascinating tricks from the Magic Team of Gary Kantor. Some tricks may appear difficult but they are quick to learn and easy to perform. Tricks could involve cards, ropes, coins, or mind reading. All materials are provided and each child receives a magic kit. Sign up again and again since new tricks are taught at each session. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 5-12 yrs. Fee, 1 session: $20 R/$20 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232106A1 Oct 15 Th 6:45-7:40pm 232106B1 Nov 19 Th 6:45-7:40pm

INCREDIBLE ANIMALS IN PAPIER MACHE

A child and parent work together in a 2 step workshop exploring the fun of making exotic and imaginary animals based on the creatures of Oaxaca, Mexico in Papier-Mache. Registration will be under the child name; enrollment is limited to ensure individualized instruction. All supplies are included with this class except for newspaper. Instructor: Kathy Gemperle. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee, 3 sessions: $45 R/$65 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232623A1 Sept 12-Oct 3 Su 3-5pm

ART & STORY

Support your kids as artists in our highly engaging visual arts programs in an open, playful, noncritical atmosphere, kids exercise & harness their imaginations. They will experience drawing, painting, sculpture, creative writing, as well as art-themed books; a wide variety of 2d and 3d projects. No class Nov. 6 and 27. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-12 yrs. Fee, 4 session: $100 R/$125 NR Fee, 7 session: $175 R/$219 NR Fee, 8 session: $200 R/$250 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232630A1 Sept 7-28 Tu 4-5:30pm 232630B1 Oct 5-Nov 23 Tu 4-5:30pm 232630C1 Sept 11-Oct 2 Sa 1-2:30pm 232630D1 Oct 9-Dec 4 Sa 1-2:30pm

MIDDLE SCHOOL ART CLASS

Intuitive art making with intentions and witnessing. Get a break from social media and create art for personal growth & stress management. Explore a variety of art materials and techniques. Get inspired by other artists, well known and new. Relax with our process-based art making, there isn’t any right or wrong way to create. Each week is different. No class Nov. 5 and 26. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 11-13 yrs. Fee, 4 session: $100 R/$125 NR Fee, 7 session: $175 R/$219 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232640A1 Sept 10-Oct 1 F 4-5:30pm 232640B1 Oct 8-Dec 3 F 4-5:30pm

HIGH SCHOOL ART CLASS

Discover your creativity in the new art room! In this multi-week class, explore a method that combines pleasurable art-making with thoughtful reflection. Open studio offers a safe space, free of critique. Use drawing, painting and simple sculpture materials. No experience necessary. No class Nov. 25. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 14-18 yrs. Fee, 4 session: $160 R/$200 NR Fee, 7 session: $300 R/$375 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232653A1 Sept 9-30 Th 4-5:30pm 232653B1 Oct 7-Dec 2 Th 4-5:30pm

ART & ADVENTURE

Champion your child’s artistic path and nurture creativity through curiosity & discovery, while bringing yourself along for the fun. This original open studio project class encourages creative exploration in an open, playful atmosphere with traditional, new and unexpected art materials. Adults and kids alike have a blast as they create together in this art programming for children and their parents. No class Nov. 6 and 27 Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 3-6 yrs. Fee, 4 session: $88 R/$110 NR Fee, 6 session: $154 R/$193 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232641A1 Sept 10-Oct 1 F 10-11:15am 232641B1 Oct 8-Dec 3 F 10-11:15am 232641C1 Sept 11-Oct 2 Sa 10-11:15am 232641D1 Oct 9-Dec 4 Sa 10-11:15am

THE PODCAST AT CROWN

Podcasts are valuable tools for teaching teens to use spoken language to communicate. Teens will learn the difference between scripted and Q&A podcasts, as well as familiarize themselves with a wide range of podcast topics. The first hour of this program will be dedicated to the podcast and the second hour will consist of open gym for the class to exert some energy. No class Sept. 6. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 13-17 yrs. Fee, 4 session: $40 R/$50 NR Fee, 6 session: $80 R/$100 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

232654A1 Aug 30-Sept 27 M 6:30-8:30pm 232654B1 Oct 4-Nov 22 M 6:30-8:30pm

ADULT PROCESS PAINTING

Let your creativity flow in this inspiring painting class. You will learn to paint in a non-judgemental setting and to trust your intuition with paint materials. This class encourages free painting and an opportunity to explore your inherent creativity. No painting experience necessary. No class Nov. 25. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 4 session: $160 R/$200 NR Fee, 7 session: $300 R/$375 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

233641A1 Sept 9-30 Th 6:30-8:30pm 233641B1 Oct 7-Dec 2 Th 6:30-8:30pm

ADULT EXPRESSIVE DRAWING

Learn a variety of drawing techniques and materials that will uplift your energy. Experiment with mark making and a variety of methods. No drawing experience necessary. You will learn to trust your creativity, experiment, and play in a safe, supportive studio setting. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 18 yrs. and up Fee, 4 session: $160 R/$200 NR Fee, 8 session: $300 R/$375 NR

Class # Dates Days Time

233642A1 Sept 8-Sept 29 W 1-3pm 233642B1 Oct 6-Nov 24 W 1-3pm