La Foret Summer Camp

The FAC’s Bemis School of Art and La Foret Conference and Retreat Center Present: Art and Acting in the Forest

Instructors: Jodi Papproth and Sophia Hanna Enjoy outstanding arts education with instructors from the Fine Art Center’s Bemis School of Art set in the lush forest at the 400-acre La Foret Conference and Retreat Center. The FAC’s partnership with La Foret has a long history. Alice Bemis Taylor, one of the three benefactresses of the Fine Arts Center, had her summer home at La Foret. The Taylor Memorial Chapel, built in 1929, was designed by the Fine Art Center’s architect, John Gaw Meem. Stretch your imagination! Experience a variety of artistic styles and techniques, including painting, printmaking, and mixed-media art while exploring elements of composition and design. Cultivate your acting skills, voice, movement, and characterization with theatre games, mime, and improvisation. Art and acting will come together on Fridays with a special showcase performance and art exhibit for friends and family. La Foret staff will provide swimming in the afternoon, so bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen. Each student should bring a lunch and snack and should be prepared for a variety of activities and weather. No open-toed shoes or sandals. Students may arrive after 8:50 a.m. La Foret is a licensed childcare organization and requires several forms for your child’s protection (Camp Health Form and Certificate of Immunization). Some require a doctor’s signature. All the forms must be completed and submitted prior to the first day of camp. Your child cannot participate until the paperwork is received. All forms can be found on the Bemis School of Art website. Supplies will be provided. LF1 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/13–6/17 9 a.m.–3 p.m. LF2 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/20–6/24 9 a.m.–3 p.m. LF3 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/27–7/1 9 a.m.–3 p.m. LF4 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 7/11–7/15 9 a.m.–3 p.m. LF5 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 7/18–7/22 9 a.m.–3 p.m. LF6 $300 (Members $285) Mon–Fri 5 days 7/25–7/29 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Cardboard Picasso

Instructor: Barbara Dimond More than just a painter, Pablo Picasso created dimensional art from paper, a variety of cardboard, paints, and thin metals. Join us as we look at his work and create our own mask creations, distorted portrait collages, and constructions from paints, pastels, paper, and unlikely materials. We will be doing simple printmaking on various papers with Picasso-like imagery. Supplies will be provided. Y1 $170 (Members $155) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/6–6/10 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

AGES 6–9

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Instructor: Jantzen Peake This is a fun introduction to acrylic painting! Learn traditional painting techniques, fundamental techniques of drawing, and a bit of color theory. Explore paintbrush techniques like blending, dry brush, layering, and so much more. Give your paintings a breath of life! Supplies will be provided. Y2 $120 (Members $105) Mon 5 wks 6/6–7/11 (no class 7/4) 4:15–5:45 p.m.

Introduction to Drawing

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this fun introduction to drawing course, you will be guided in a new way of looking at how you draw. We will explore how to bring a source of light into your drawings, create a sense of depth, composition, introduce color theory, perspective, and so much more. Create a masterpiece you will be proud of! Supplies will be provided. Y3 $120 (Members $105) Tue 5 wks 6/7–7/5 12–1:30 p.m.

Art Around the World

Instructor: Linda Sagastume Would you like to be inspired by art from regions other than our own? This class explores several techniques from different cultures and countries across the globe —painting/sculpting animals, tangled drawings, dot designs, and stamped hieroglyphics. Make art while you learn about other art processes from around the world. Supplies will be provided. Y4 $145 (Members $130) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/20–6/24 9:30–11:30 a.m.

AGES 6–9

Animals & Their Environment

Instructor: Melissa Newberry This course will be a study about some animals who are impacting their environment and others that are being impacted BY their environment. After we learn a bit about animals we will create plaster sculptures of them using newspaper, tape, and plaster strips before bringing them to life with paint. Get ready for a wild time! Supplies will be provided. Y5 $105 (Members $90) Mon–Wed 3 days 6/27–6/29 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Drawing from Van Gogh

Instructor: Melissa Newberry Using Van Gogh and George Seurat as inspiration, we will learn the fundamentals of oil pastels, such as blending and pointillism. Explore chromoluminarism, an impressionistic type of painting using dots or lines. Come join in on the fun! Supplies will be provided. Y6 $90 (Members $75) Tue–Thu 3 days 7/5–7/7 10–11:30 a.m.

Pinch Pot Creations

Instructor: Melissa Newberry Create a ceramic piece with your own hands! Learn basic techniques on how to form your pinch pot creations with clay. After you’ve created your piece, you will learn how to customize it with carving and painting techniques. Each creation as unique as its maker! Supplies will be provided. Y7 $90 (Members $75) Mon–Wed 3 days 7/11–7/13 10–11:30 a.m.

Line, Color, Blend

Instructor: Barbara Dimond This mixed media workshop focuses on the layering and blending of pastels, paints, inks, and more. Work on a variety of surfaces creating fabulous textural and painterly works. We will explore wet and dry techniques with some simple printmaking, stencils, and stamps. Join us for this fabulous class! There is a $10 material fee due to the instructor on the first day of class. Y8 $145 (Members $130) Mon–Fri 5 days 7/25–7/29 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

AGES 7–11

AGES 7–11

The Secret Garden

Instructor: Linda Sagastume Inspired by the classic book, “The Secret Garden” by Frances Burnett, learn to draw the main character Mary Lennox, build the graffiti garden with collage and paint, blend colorful art tissue with acrylic paint to make the blossoming garden, and design a keyhole peeking into the garden. Create a floral headpiece with dangling ribbons for a tea party hosted by the instructor on the grounds of the Fine Arts Center. Supplies will be provided. Y9 $145 (Members $130) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/6–6/10 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Partners in Art: Line, Color, Blend

Instructor: Barbara Dimond Join your child in this fabulous, shared experience! You and your young partner will create a variety of compositions in painting, design, collage, simple printmaking, and more. Work with various textural surfaces and colorants. Create your own designs on tissue, rice, and deli paper using a Gelli plate. There is a $20 material fee for each pair due to the instructor on the first day of class. Y10 $235 per pair (Members $220 per pair) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/13–6/17 1–3:30 p.m.

Painting & Collage on Tyvek & Board

Instructor: Barbara Dimond Tyvek is a plastic-like commercial material. Repurposed, it is a fabulous and pliable surface for collaging with papers, fibers, and painting. In this out-of-the-box class, we will create unusual compositions on Tyvek as well as paper and board. Tyvek collages can hang and be perforated to add beads and buttons as well. We will also prepare our own papers and work with found and bought materials. Supplies will be provided. Y11 $145 (Members $130) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/20–6/24 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Partners in Art: Cutting Into Color

Instructor: Barbara Dimond Matisse traded in his paintbrush for a pair of scissors. You and your young partner will work together to explore collage using various layered techniques as Matisse and other collagists do. Work with found, prepared, and altered papers of various weights and textures, along with paints and pastels to create fabulous out-of-the-box compositions. There is a $20 material fee for each pair due to the instructor on the first day of class. Y12 $235 per pair (Members $220 per pair) Mon–Fri 5 days 7/18–7/22 6–8:30 p.m.

AGES 9–12

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Instructor: Jantzen Peake This is a fun introduction to acrylic painting! Learn traditional painting techniques, fundamental techniques of drawing, introduction to color theory, as well as paintbrush techniques like blending, dry brush, layering, and so much more. Give your paintings a breath of life! Supplies will be provided. Y13 $120 (Members $105) Mon 5 wks 6/6–7/11 (no class 7/4) 6:30–8 p.m.

Introduction to Drawing

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this fun introduction to drawing, you will be guided in a new way of looking at how you draw. We will explore how to bring a source of light into your drawings, sense of depth, composition, introduction to Color Theory, 1- and 2-point perspective, and so much more. Create a masterpiece to be proud of! Supplies will be provided. Y14 $120 (Members $105) Tue 5 wks 6/7–7/5 2–3:30 p.m.

Introduction to Colored Pencil

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this exploration of colored pencils, you will be guided in a new way of looking at how to apply a spectrum of colors into your artwork, giving your work a sense of depth and composition. Investigate color theory, value scale, blending techniques, perspective, and more! Supplies will be provided. Y15 $120 (Members $105) Wed 5 wks 6/8–7/6 2–3:30 p.m.

3D Sculpture Design

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this course, we are all free to let our imaginations soar! 3D sculpture design is a unique and exciting way to explore your creative side using traditional and non-traditional art methods and materials. Take your ideas to the next level from concept drawing designs to 3D sculptures. With polymer-based clay, the possibilities are close to limitless! Supplies will be provided. Y16 $120 (Members $105) Thu 5 wks 6/9–7/7 12–1:30 p.m.

AGES 9–12

AGES 9–12

Introduction to Studio Practice

Instructor: Aaron Bauer This course is for students who have expressed a love for art and wish to create their own art free from typical in-school restrictions. Students will be guided through a simplified creation experience aimed at helping them generate their own ideas. Learn practical idea-generation tools while also reviewing the elements of art and the principles of design. Supplies will be provided. Y17 $225 (Members $210) Sat 9 wks 6/11–8/6 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Watercolor in Nature

Instructor: Melissa Newberry Learn the basics of watercolor through the exploration of the outdoors. The first part of the class will be time to learn new techniques and the second half will be time to take your sketchbook outside, observe, and paint what you see. Students should dress according to the weather, wear sunscreen, and bring a water bottle. Supplies will be provided. Y18 $165 (Members $150) Mon, Wed, Fri 2 wks 6/13–6/24 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Taking it Apart, Putting it Together

Instructor: Barbara Dimond Learn how to repurpose recyclable materials such as cardboard, soft plastics, and papers into fabulous sculptural objects and compositions. With bought and mostly found materials, we will create constructions, hanging collages, jewelry, and more! Of course, we will add lots of color to our projects as well. Supplies will be provided. Y19 $145 (Members $130) Mon–Fri 5 days 6/27–7/1 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Kids’ Sensory Stroll

Instructor: Jasmine Dillavou Learn to see art in a whole new way on the Kids’ Sensory Stroll! We will explore the Fine Arts Center galleries and interpret different artworks through sensory charts. Write, draw, doodle, or perform in expressive ways by exploring how we use our five senses to enjoy art. You will be encouraged to seek inspiration for your creations by fully investigating the artworks around you. Parents are encouraged to join in the journey through the galleries. Supplies will be provided. Y20 $65 (Members $50) Sat 1 day 7/30 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

AGES 9–12

Acrylic Painting Sampler

Instructor: Jantzen Peake This one-day workshop is a quick and fun way to introduce yourself to acrylic painting. We will explore traditional painting techniques like dry brushing, layering, impasto, introduction to color theory, a glance at classical master painter techniques, and more! Bring your work to life in this fun, supportive class! Supplies will be provided. Y21 $65 (Members $50) Fri 1 day 8/5 4:15–6:15 p.m.

Drawing 101 Sampler

Instructor: Jantzen Peake Join this class for a fun day developing new drawing skills and/or brushing up on old ones! You will learn to maneuver the pencil in ways that will relax the heavy-handed. Give your art a sense of depth and life in this one-day workshop! Supplies will be provided. Y22 $65 (Members $50) Fri 1 day 8/19 4:15–6:15 p.m.

Teen Wheel Throwing

Instructor: Maggie Quinn Explore a variety of ceramic forms made on the wheel with your peers. A great opportunity for students without enough time in their schedule to take a summer art class or for those who wish to expand their arts experience. Delve into ceramics in a low-pressure and supportive environment: no grades, no stress! Instruction is at beginner level, projects and demonstrations can be tailored to a variety of interests and abilities. Supplies will be provided. Y23 $125 (Members $110) Tue 4 wks 6/7–6/28 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Introduction to Colored Pencil

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this exploration of colored pencils, you will be guided in a new way of looking at how to apply a spectrum of colors into your artwork, giving your work a sense of depth and composition. Investigate color theory, value scale, blending techniques, perspective, and more! Supplies will be provided. Y24 $120 (Members $105) Wed 5 wks 6/8–7/6 12–1:30 p.m.

AGES 12–16

Beginning Wheel Thrown Pottery

Instructor: Jamie Howard This class is an introduction to wheel throwing methods of working with clay. Learn to create forms such as bowls and mugs, as well as decorating and glazing your finished pieces. Explore your own ideas on the wheel and use hand-building techniques to enhance your work. Supplies will be provided. Y25 $205 (Members $190) Thu 8 wks 6/9–7/28 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Instructor: Jantzen Peake In this fun introduction to acrylic painting you will learn the fundamentals of drawing followed by traditional painting techniques that will allow for a smooth transition into acrylic painting. We will explore color theory, as well as paintbrush techniques like blending, dry brush, layering, and so much more. Give your paintings a breath of life! Supplies will be provided. Y26 $120 (Members $105) Thu 5 wks 6/9–7/7 2–3:30 p.m.

Introduction to Murals Workshop

Instructor: Jantzen Peake This fun, two-day workshop is all about how to create murals! We will walk through the entire process of executing a mural including working on a team, finding a location, talking with the building owner, formulating a proposal, concept drawings, and the final production of the collaborative mural. The final ideas for our collaborative mural will be executed on an interior wall or board. Supplies will be provided. Y27 $105 (Members $90) Fri–Sat 2 days 6/17–6/18 4:30–7:30 p.m. Y28 $105 (Members $90) Fri–Sat 2 days 7/15–7/16 2:15–5:15 p.m.

Exploration of Chalk Pastels

Instructor: Melissa Newberry Have you ever wanted to work with chalk pastels, but didn’t know where to start? This class is for you! This class will introduce you to the basics of using bright and colorful pastels while creating some fun projects. Delve into the fundamentals of chalk pastels, such as blending and basic perspective. We will explore drawing using a variety of references — still lifes, nature, and images — as our inspiration. Supplies will be provided. Y29 $105 (Members $90) Tue–Fri 4 days 7/5–7/8 12–1:30 p.m.

AGES 12–16

Tell Your Story with Graphic Novels

Instructor: Margaret Olsen Learn to write and draw your own graphic novel! Format a story complete with setting, plot and characters and learn how to illustrate the narrative with their own drawings. Students will learn how to draw from a bird’s eye view, worm’s eye view, and develop basic design elements to add excitement or drama to their story. Students should come ready with an idea of their characters and a conflict that will help drive the story. Supplies will be provided. Y30 $165 (Members $150) Mon 6 wks 6/6–7/18 (no class 7/4) 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Students 16–Adult

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