Columbia Art Center Catalogue Spring 2012

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I will be a great designer one day!

It makes me happy to make things that are all my own in art class.

— Maya Happy Kid Artist

A Columbia Association Facility

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CLASSES

EXHIBITS

WORKSHOPS

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New Spring Ceramics Workshops in Ceramics

Glazing & Creating Teapots

More Details Inside!

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CONTENTS Exhibitions and Gallery Tour Series ..........................3 SUNNY SPRING Features ...............3 School’s Out Program, School’s Out Visiting Artist Series, Art Parties for Youth, Art Parties for Adults – NEW! DIY Wedding Workshops, Girls’ Night Out to Create, Off the Beaten Path Field Trip Series, Salon Series with Little Patuxent Review, Gallery Gift Shop

This spring, Columbia Art Center is offering a Visiting Artist Series for ages 11-13 and several new youth programs including costume design.

Columbia Art Center is also pleased to feature the Annual Student/Faculty Exhibition in May. The show features a variety of art created by students and faculty of Columbia Art Center.

MISSION STATEMENT Columbia Art Center is dedicated to providing artistic experiences in the visual arts for all ages and interest levels and to join with local arts organizations and community businesses in creating diverse offerings.

OVERVIEW Columbia Art Center offers year-round art classes, rotating gallery exhibitions, a gallery gift shop, summer art camp for children, art birthday parties, studio rentals, a Japanese garden, art and life enhancement lectures and more!

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.

DIRECTIONS From Route 29, take 175 East towards Jessup. Follow 175 for several miles to the light at Tamar Drive. Turn left on Tamar and go one mile.

Turn right on Cloudleap Court. Turn left into Long Reach Village Center parking lot. Art Center is located in the courtyard past the fountain (look for large round window). From I-95, take the MD 100 West exit (43B) towards Ellicott City. Take the Snowden River exit (3). Enter the roundabout and take the second exit onto Snowden River Parkway. Turn right on Tamar Drive and drive .5 miles.

Turn left at Cloudleap Court. Park in the Long Reach Village Center lot on left. Art Center is located in courtyard beyond the fountain (look for large round window).

CONTACT INFO 6100 Foreland Garth • Columbia, MD • 21045 Telephone • 410-730-0075 Fax • 410-997-2902 Web site • ColumbiaArtCenter.org EMAIL

General Information • art.staff@columbiaassociation.org Liz Henzey • liz.henzey@columbiaassociation.org Trudy Babchak • trudy.babchak@columbiaassociation.org

HOURS

Monday-Thursday • 9:30am-9:30pm Friday-Saturday • 9:30am-5pm Sunday • Noon-5pm

Adult Classes & Workshops...............4 Calligraphy, Ceramics, Collage, Crafts, Culinary Arts, Digital Arts and Photography, Drawing and Painting, Fiber, Floral Design, Glass, Jewelry, Life Enhancement, Mosaics, Paper & Printmaking

Youth/Teen Classes ..........................16

*Friday evening hours (5-9pm) are contingent upon classes and rentals running.

STAFF

Liz Henzey • Director Trudy Babchak • Assistant Director Monica Herber • Daytime Program Coordinator and Camp Manager Janice Crum • Daytime Program Assistant Christina McCleary • Ceramics Studio Manager Nancy McIntosh • Kiln Technician Jann Tamburello • Glaze Technician Office Facilitators Janice Crum, Barbara Herschman, Donna Lonegro, Emily Michael, Annette Morgan, Jessica Taylor

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Photo by Rich

Saturday Morning Art, Culinary, Kids & Clay, Mixed Media, Drawing, Costume Design, Teen Wheel, Comic Drawing, Home School, and Parent & Child

Class Policies ..................................19 Inclement Weather Policy, Discounts, Supplies, Cancellations & Tuition Refunds

Registration....................................20

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Check out columbiaartcenter.org for Columbia Art Center teacher biographies Visit the Columbia Art Center’s facebook page@ facebook.com/ColumbiaArtCenter

SPRING

FEATURES

Exhibition Schedule

School’s Out Program When Howard County public schools are out, come to Columbia Art Center for an amazing day of creative fun. Go home with cool art projects. Bring a friend, make new friends, bring a lunch, and enjoy a fun day of art! (Children will be served a snack and beverage after 3:30pm.)

Registration begins one month before the School’s Out date.

Spring 2012 School’s Out Program dates are: April 2-9, April 26 • May 18 Dates subject to change due to school calendar extensions.

Full Day • 7:30am-5:30pm, $50 per child (drop-off begins at 7:30; program officially runs 9am-3:30pm; pick-up ends at 5:30pm) Half-Day • 7:30am-noon, $25 per child (drop-off begins at 7:30am; program officially starts at 9am)

School’s Out Youth Visiting Artist Series (for ages 11-13) Columbia Art Center is pleased to invite students ages 11-13 to participate in its new Visiting Artist Series. The series is designed to encourage young artists to improve their technical skills while acquiring a sense of personal expression. The program provides an opportunity for students to connect with community artists and to cultivate a passion for the arts. • Each guest instructor will discuss their personal art and creative process while teaching a unique and challenging workshop.

Spring 2012 School’s Out Youth Visiting Artist Series dates: Apr 2, Apr 4, Apr 6 Full Day • 7:30am-5:30pm, $50 per child (drop-off begins at 7:30; program officially runs 9am-3:30pm; pick-up ends at 5:30pm) Half-Day • 7:30am-noon, $25 per child (drop-off begins at 7:30am; program officially starts at 9am) Discounts for School’s Out Programs: Take $5 off your registration if you register more than 5 days prior to each School’s Out day. If you register 1 child for more than 3 dates together in advance, receive $15 off your total registration. Note: No other discount applies. If you register 2 or more children for more than 3 dates together in advance, receive $20 off each child’s total registration cost. Note: No other discount applies. To register, please call Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or email art.staff@columbiaassociation.org.

The Gallery Shop

at Columbia Art Center The Gallery Shop at Columbia Art Center has for sale a variety of one-of-a-kind handcrafted and affordable art work created by instructors and students of Columbia Art Center. The Gallery Shop, which offers a selection of art ideal for gift-giving, home collections, and practical use, includes functional pottery, decorative ceramic works, sculptures, jewelry, fibers, paintings, photographs, glass works, drawings, cards and more!

Mon-Fri 9:30am-9pm*, Sat 9:30am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm Note: Friday evening hours are contingent upon evening classes and rentals running.

➤April 12-April 30 Main & Window Galleries

“A Walk in My Shoes” Held in partnership with Howard County Promotion and Tourism’s Cherrybration Festival and Blossoms of Hope Proceeds from the exhibition benefit Blossoms of Hope in support of The Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center of Howard County General Hospital Reception and Awards Ceremony Friday, April 13 6-8pm

➤ May 10-May 25 Main & Window Galleries

Annual Faculty/Student Exhibition Reception and Pot Luck Dinner Tuesday, May 15 5:30-8pm

➤June 7-June 30 Main & Window Galleries

The Teacher Behind The Work: Celebrating Howard County Art Teachers Students and community members often see the beautiful work that art teachers mentor and inspire in their students. Rarely does the community have the opportunity to experience the personal artwork of those who teach in Howard County. This show features unique, one-of-akind two- and three-dimensional artwork by art instructors in Howard County who work in public, private and civic institutions. The variety and styles of the work reflect the wide range of sensibilities among the teachers we have greatly valued in our community.

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Spring Gallery Tour Series Facilitated by tour coordinator and local artist Chaya Schapiro! Have fun touring local galleries and artists’ studios in the comfort of a driven van. Lunch is on your own at a selected fashionable restaurant.

Each tour departs from Columbia Art Center promptly at 10am and returns by 3:30pm.

April 19........Baltimore Galleries May 17.........Montgomery County Galleries June 14.......Carroll County Galleries $40 per person per tour Note: If you sign up for all three tours, receive $5 off your total tuition.

Salon Series Sponsored by Columbia Art Center Galleries and Little Patuxent Review.

FREE monthly presentations by area artists, poets, actors, musicians and other specialists. Series includes:

Classes for

ADULTS

For ages 17 and Up

Early registration is recommended. All classes and workshops require a minimum enrollment to operate. If minimum enrollment is not met two days prior to registration the class/workshop may be cancelled. For all classes, a supplies list will be sent with your registration confirmation.

CALLIGRAPHY CALLIGRAPHY with Sandy Olson Have fun with pens, paper, ink and paint, whether you are a beginner or want to refresh your lettering skills. In this class, have fun exploring and perfecting Italic lettering. All necessary supplies will be available at the first session and may be purchased from the instructor.

Thursdays, April 19-May 24, 10-11:30am (6 sessions) $85-Residents/$95-Non-Residents

COLOR CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP with Sandy Olson Monday, April 30 • 7pm

The Wisdom of the Tao Helen Buss Mitchell, Professor of Philosophy at Howard Community College, will explore the light side of Taoist wisdom, including the value of uselessness, the power of doing-withoutdoing, and the smooth sailing that comes from being an empty boat.

Monday, May 21 • 7pm

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Open Mic Poetry Night Wednesday, June 13 • 7pm

T'ai Chi Chih Presentation Sharon Sirkis BSN, accredited T’ai Chi Chih teacher and certified energy healer will speak on T’ai Chi Chih, a moving meditation that helps with grounding and focus, relaxing the body, and quieting the mind. A few T’ai Chi Chih moves will be demonstrated, which participants can practice on their own.

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NEW! Explore lettering with lots of different sizes of pens and brushes, inks and paints on a variety of papers. This one day workshop is open to beginners as well as calligraphers who want to expand their lettering skills with watercolors and gouache. Instructor will have all necessary supplies available for purchase or bring your own.

Saturday, April 14, 9:30am-3:30pm (1 session) (There will be a half-hour break for lunch.) $35-Residents/$45-Non-Residents

CERAMICS NOTE All Spring 2012 enrolled ceramics students can use open studio free of charge to practice their skills. 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 studio equipment, all bisque firings, glazes, and glaze firings for up to 20-25 medium sized pieces (approximately 200 cu. in. each) per session, e.g. 10 week session = 25 pieces, 8 week session = 24 pieces, 7 week session = 21 pieces. Students who wish to produce more than 3 medium pieces each week will be charged an additional firing fee per cubic inch. Individual tools and clay are not included. Please no production work.

MINI-WORKSHOP SERIES I:TEA TIME with Joe Vitek NEW! Have you always wanted to make that perfect teapot? Well, join us in this three-hour workshop and learn all about it. Teapots are often considered the definitive test of skill and craftsmanship for any utilitarian potter. In this workshop, students will learn how to make beautiful and functional teapots of all styles while examining the history of various cultural approaches to this distinctive yet exceptionally diverse pottery form.

Saturday, May 19, 10am-1pm (1 session) $40-Residents/$50-Non-Residents

MINI-WORKSHOP SERIES II: GLAZING WITH INTENT AND PIZAZZ with Christina McCleary NEW! In this one day workshop students will learn how to develop multifaceted and unique glaze surfaces on their work. Using advanced techniques and materials students will resolve how to create distinctive visual complexity in their work through impromptu and exquisite corpse exercises. Step-by-step glazing demonstrations to achieve complex surfaces will be given. Bring your pots to life! Students should bring their sample glaze test tiles, at least one glazed piece for critique, and one bisque pot for practicing techniques shown. Intermediate and Advanced Levels.

Saturday, June 16, 10am-1pm (1 session) $40-Residents/$50-Non-Residents

MINI-WORKSHOP SERIES III: EMPTY BOWLS NEW! This is a bowl making workshop in preparation for Columbia Art Center’s Empty Bowls Charity Event on October 6. The format for making bowls has been revised to ensure a productive and communal atmosphere resulting in high-quality bowls for the event. Each session will be hosted by our very own faculty to informally instruct students on how to make unique and interesting bowls. The added bonus is that students have the great opportunity to meet all of our wonderful instructors. Materials are included. Registration is not required but recommended.

Saturday, April 28, 1-4pm Saturday, May 26, 1-4pm Saturday, June 30, 1-4pm FREE!

INTRODUCTION TO THE WHEEL: LEARNING TO LOVE CLAY For total beginner students 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.)

Evening Class with Donna Lansman Tuesdays, April 10-June 12, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) Daytime Class with Jann Tamburello Thursdays, April 12-June 21, 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions), No class 5/17 Evening Class with Donna Lansman Fridays, April 13–June 15, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $280-Residents/$290-Non-Residents

PARTIES @ the Art Center Party With Arty! For ages 5-12 CA Members: $225 for up to 10 children CA Resident with Card: $240 for up to 10 children Non-Members: $250 for up to 10 children Additional Children: $10 each (Maximum 20 kids) There’s an art to this birthday party. Parties include 90 minutes of art instruction and 30 minutes to enjoy pizza and punch. Party coordinators, paper products, and invitations are also included in prices. Celebrate with Arty the creative dragon! Participate in a collaborative art work with your group and then do a fun specialized activity. The exciting project possibilities are mask-making, journals/ sketchbooks, costume wings, or animated puppets! Children take their creations home.

To schedule a party, call Columbia Association Party Coordinator Lauren Branch at 410-715-3169.

Art Wear-A-Doodle Parties For ages 5-12 CA Members: $250 for up to 10 children CA Resident with Card: $265 for up to 10 children Non-Members: $275 for up to 10 children Additional Children: $10 each (Maximum 20 kids) Make an impression! Imprint your art work on a t-shirt or cinch bag, and take it home with you. Parties include 90 minutes of craft and 30 minutes to enjoy pizza and punch. Party coordinators, paper products and invitations are also included in prices.

To schedule a party, call Columbia Association Party Coordinator Lauren Branch at 410-715-3169.

Jewelry Birthday Parties with Kathy Fritz For ages 5-17 CA Members: $250 for up to 10 children CA Resident with Card: $265 for up to 10 children Non-Members: $275 for up to 10 children Additional Children: $10 each (Maximum 20 kids) Enjoy making jewelry to take home. This two hour party has two different jewelry projects from which you can pick for your party. You can have a memory wire bracelet party or a basic beading party where you can make a two-piece jewelry set. Parties include 90 minutes of craft and 30 minutes to enjoy pizza and punch. Party Coordinators, paper products and invitations are also included in prices.

To schedule a party, call Columbia Association Party Coordinator Lauren Branch at 410-715-3169.

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Jewelry Parties for Adults Ages 17+

CA Members: $250 for up to 10 participants CA Resident with Card: $265 for up to 10 participants Non-Members: $275 for up to 10 participants Additional participants: $15 each (Maximum 20) Try one of our new fantastic Jewelry Parties for adults! Choose from one of the four offerings being made by Kathy Fritz (owner and operator of Bead Soup): Daisy Chain Bracelet, Flat Spiral Bracelet, Captured Pearl Bracelet, or Leather Wrap Bracelet. All materials and invitations are included in price of party! Food and beverage are not provided. All parties are approximately 2 hours long. Feel free to bring your own food and drink! (Alcohol only permitted if all party guests are age 21 or older.

Invitations are also included in price).

Party Package available: Fridays 6–8pm and Sundays 12-2pm.

Saturday Evenings available at extra cost: CA Member $300, CA Resident $315, Non-Member $325.

To schedule a party, call Columbia Association Party Coordinator Lauren Branch at 410-715-3169.

Paint Your Own Party For Adults Ages 17+ CA Member: $250 for up to 10 participants CA Resident: $265 for up to 10 participants Non-Member: $275 for up to 10 participants Additional participants: $15 each (Maximum of 20) Have you always wanted to paint like Picasso?

Or is Jackson Pollock more your style? With these Paint Your Own Party Packages you pick an art style and learn how to paint like the masters! These 2 hour parties include all materials needed to leave with a beautiful painting in hand! Choose from the following Art Movement Parties: Capturing Cubism, Abstract Expressionism, or Expressive Realism. Feel free to bring your own food and drink! (Alcohol is only permitted if all party guests are 21 or older. Invitations are also included in price).

Party Package available: Fridays 6-8pm and Sundays 12-2pm.

Saturday Evenings available at extra cost: CA Member $300, CA Resident $315, Non-Member $325.

To schedule a party, call Columbia Association Party Coordinator Lauren Branch at 410-715-3169

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with Susan Wertheimer David Expand and strengthen your throwing skills while developing your own personal style in clay. Basic shapes will be transformed into more complex forms. Sophisticated surface decoration will be explored using advanced glazing techniques, oxide and wax design elements, and simple brushwork with slips.

Tuesdays, April 10–June 12, 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $280-Residents/$290-Non-Residents

BEYOND THE BASICS with Joe Vitek This class will push you beyond your current proficiency level and comfort zone. Creating a ceramic piece requires successful completion of many different and complicated techniques which become easier when broken down into individual steps. Practice and hone these skills and as you do so, gain greater confidence to move on to more challenging projects. With the instructor, you will refine your techniques and explore your own voice in clay.

Wednesdays, April 11-June 13, 10am-12:30pm (10 sessions) $280-Residents/$290-Non-Residents

INTERMEDIATE WHEEL AND HANDBUILDING: THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS with Cathy Holt As you expand and refine your throwing skills, learn how to incorporate a variety of hand building techniques to transform your works into more complex and intricate forms. Explore sophisticated surface decoration using unique glazing techniques and oxide and wax design elements. Learn to formulate a test glaze. This class provides a wonderful opportunity for you to hone your personal style in clay and explore the possibilities of ceramics in your future, i.e. art shows and other venues.

Wednesdays, April 11-June 13, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $280-Residents/$290-Non-Residents

ADVANCED CERAMICS with Nancy Ziegenfus McIntosh For students with intermediate hand building or wheel experience.

Learn how to glaze and fire your works through a variety of firing techniques including reduction, pit, and sagger. Handbuilding and wheel demonstrations will be given each class. Details will be posted about firings scheduled throughout the session. Participation in firings is limited to students enrolled in the class.

Thursdays, April 12-June 14, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $280-Residents/$290-Non-Residents

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HANDBUILDING/SCULPTURE: DREAMING IT INTO CLAY with Christina McCleary In this Introduction/Intermediate class, you will learn pinch, coil, slab and handbuilding techniques. Gain both ability and personal style in clay.

Demonstrations of functional, figurative, and abstract forms will guide you in developing individual works of art. You are welcome to complete class assignments or work on your own personal projects. Assignments may include plates, goblets, figurines, compound extruded forms, birdhouses, beads, tiles and much more. Explore uses of hand-made stamps, found objects, and alternative firing techniques to make and finish your work.

Saturdays, April 7-June 9, 10am-12:30pm (8 sessions) No class 5/19, 5/26 $250-Residents/$260-Non-Residents

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DAY AND WEEKEND ADVANCED CERAMICS STUDIO

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.

PREREQUISITE: One Columbia Art Center intermediate level ceramics class and teacher approval.

Open Studio runs: April 9-June 15 (10 weeks) $250-Residents/$260-Non-Residents

COLLAGE

BRIDAL WORKSHOPS! New Workshop Series!

Give your special occasion your own creative touch! Elevate your celebration by making unique gifts, decorations or treats. Every month features a fun DIY project or wearable art project. Make memories and fabulous favors with your best girlfriends and family members!

Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages! Relax and have fun! Spring offerings are listed below. See Columbia Art Center’s website and brochure for further program dates and details.

DIY Miniature Floral Favors with Susan Kieffer

PAPER COLLAGE: CUVISM (Cognitive Unconscious Visuality) with George Sakkal

If you believe that art is the creative manifestation of human experience, George will show you how to access your inner self and create unimaginable art. Using a unique paper collage methodology, learn how to access a wealth of human experience stored within your unconscious mind. Assisted by the retina and acting in conjunction with cognitive intuition, you will be guided by George’s 50 years of collage experience to explore, discover, and achieve artistic creativity. No formal art training is necessary.

Tuesdays, April 3-May 22, 7-9pm (8 sessions) $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

Have fun creating your own unique miniature floral wedding favors for your guests. Your creations will be elegant, edible, and easy to make! Learn how to create gumpaste flowers that can be eaten or treasured forever. Either way, your wedding guests will be amazed with your talents and stunned at the beauty these flowers add to your reception tables.

Friday, April 13, 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

Bridal Party Jewelry with Kathy Fritz

CRAFTS

INTRODUCTION TO CHINA PAINTING with Sarah Snowden Paint a family heirloom! Learn the basic techniques of the fine art of China Painting (also referred to as Porcelain Art) through demonstration and practice. You will learn how to use brushes to apply the on-glaze paint while working on your porcelain. Materials fee ($10 paid to the teacher at the first class) will cover all supplies: paints, mediums, use of instructor’s brushes, porcelain, firings, and other supplies. Pieces will be fired at the Instructor’s studio and will then be available for pick-up at Columbia Art Center within 4 days after the workshop. Class is limited to 6 participants.

Tuesdays, April 24-May 15, 6:30-9pm (4 sessions) $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

Are you on a wedding budget? Why not have fun with your bridal party creating your own handmade jewelry. Columbia Art Center’s jewelry instructor can help you coordinate the colors to match your bridal outfits! Not only will this jewelry party be practical, it will be fun! Each person in your bridal party will learn to use round nose, flat nose, needle nose pliers, and a crimping tool during your jewelry making party. Experience how easy it is to create earrings and matching bracelet in just two short fun-filled hours!

Friday, May 11, 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

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INTRODUCTION TO NEEDLE FELTING

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT

with Laura Vernon Russell NEW! Needle felting is a dry felting technique that ‘fuses’ wool fibers to a base layer of wool or wool felt. Using specially designed needles, students in this introductory workshop will learn the rudiments of two-dimensional needle felting to create a picture made with wool. Basic materials, sources, and finishing will be covered in the three-hour workshop. Supplies will be provided.

Wednesday, May 2, 6-9pm (1 session) or Wednesday, June 6, 6-9pm (1 session) $25-Residents/$35-Non-Residents

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ITALIAN DECOUPAGE with Susan Kieffer How would you like to turn that drab old piece of furniture into something spectacular? Well, with “Italian Decoupage” it’s truly possible! Italian decoupage is not the old art of cutting something out of a magazine and gluing it down to a surface. This method starts with paper napkins and turns into something really special. The finished surface of your project will resemble a hand painted design. This technique can be done on any smooth wooden surface. You select and bring an easily transportable piece of wood (end table, stool, chair or tray), and have fun transforming it into something that will make you proud.

Monday, May 14, 6:30-8:30pm (1 session) $25-Residents/$35-Non-Residents

Back by popular demand! Enjoy an evening of fun for you and your girlfriends one Friday each month. Every month features a fun DIY project or wearable art project. Come socialize and take home your own personalized creation! Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages! Relax and have fun creating with your gal pals!

Every month features a different guest instructor and project. Tuition for each workshop: $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

CULINARY ARTS

Friday, April 27, 6:30-8:30pm

WEAR-A-DOODLE

NOTE See culinary classes for youth in Youth & Teen section!

with Amanda Mattos Have fun with the girls creating an original 2-D work of art and have it imprinted on your choice of a tote bag or tea towel. Take home your very own item to show off to others! You do not need any prior art training to join. (One bag or towel and basic art supplies are included. Feel free to bring along one additional cloth item to have your design imprinted on!)

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FONDANT FABULOUS CAKE DECORATING with Susan Kieffer Create an edible masterpiece with Wilton trained instructor Susan Kieffer.

Learn how to cover a cake with fondant and create a stacked or tiered construction often used in wedding cakes and other unique cakes. Using special tools and fondant, learn techniques for eye-catching borders and beautiful flowers. By the time you complete this class, you will be able to create an amazing fondant masterpiece. Bring one 6-inch round cake covered with white icing, one 10-inch round cake covered with white icing, as well as several other required supplies. Some supplies are included in tuition. At the time of your registration, you will be given a supplies list of what you need to bring.

Saturday, March 31, 12:30-2:30pm (1 session) $40-Residents/$50-Non-Residents

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CAKE TOPPERS with Susan Kieffer Have fun creating unique cake toppers using fondant, gum paste and confectionery sugar. Explore techniques for creating flower and character toppers. This workshop is an ideal follow-up course to the Fondant Fabulous Cake Decorating workshop!

Saturday, March 31, 3-5pm (1 session) $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

DIGITAL ARTS AND PHOTOGRAPHY INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY with Dennis Gilbert Learn the basic concepts of photography through the use of a digital camera and other digital media. Processing, adjusting, printing, and transmission of digital images will be covered. Using the industry standard, Adobe Photoshop® Elements, digital workflow and image adjustments will be presented. Access to a digital camera is desirable; however, those using a film camera will be able to scan prints, or have their film developed and placed on a CD by a commercial film processor of their choice.

Fridays, April 13–May 4, 9:30-11:30am (4 sessions) Fridays, May 11–June 1, 9:30-11:30am (4 sessions) $75-Residents/$85-Non-Residents

GRAPHIC DESIGN USING PHOTOSHOP with Robin Abello In this introductory workshop, learn how to create logos, business cards, stationary and even newsletters with Photoshop.

Mondays, April 16–April 30, 6:30-8:30pm (3 sessions) $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents TAKING PHOTOGRAPHS WITH YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA with Dennis Gilbert and Jones Taylor, Sr. Do you ever wish your photographs could be more creative and satisfying?

Then, this is the workshop for you! Through photo assignments, discussion and demonstration explore camera operation in both manual and automatic mode, and examine the elements of composition and what makes a good photograph. Learn manipulation of shutter speeds, aperture, and ‘film’ speeds for correct exposure.

Wednesdays, April 18-May 2, 6:30-8:30pm (3 sessions) Wednesdays, May 23-June 6, 6:30-8:30pm (3 sessions) $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents

HOW TO USE YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA with Robin Abello In this introductory workshop, learn how to use your digital camera including transferring files to the computer, organizing the photo files and printing.

Mondays, May 14-June 4, 6:30-8:30pm (3 sessions), No class 5/28 $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents

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GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT TO CREATE

Friday, May 18, 6:30-8:30pm,

WIRE-WRAPPED RINGS

with Jill Babchak A girl can never have enough rings!

Unleash your inner craftonista* at this fun wire-wrapped ring workshop.

Learn to make two different styles of eccentric, funky, classy, or sassy rings using basic jewelry wire-wrapping techniques. With a variety of beads and color combinations, you’ll walk away with the skills to make a ring to match your every mood, outfit, and whim. All materials will be supplied, but feel free to bring any special beads, wire, or tools you want to use. *craft-o-nis-ta: A devoted creator of fashionable, wearable crafts.

Friday, June 15, 6:30-8:30pm,

CLASSY GLASS

with Susan Kieffer Paint your own martini & wine glasses!

Add a splash of fun and color to your drinks with unique one-of-a-kind glasses that you design and paint yourself. No experience required, just a desire to create something fun with the girls. Glasses and supplies included.

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MICROSOFT AND ME: GETTING TO KNOW MS WORD, PUBLISHER AND POWER POINT with Marlene Jackson NEW! If you have a home computer or laptop with Microsoft and want to familiarize yourself more with programs including Word, Publisher and Power Point, then this is the introductory class for you. Bring your questions and enjoy hands-on exercises as you gain a working knowledge of these programs.

Saturdays, June 2-June 16, 11am-1pm (3 sessions) $35-Residents/$45-Non-Residents

INTRODUCTION TO ENCAUSTICS with Laura Vernon Russell Designed for beginners! Discover the rich and luminous surfaces and textures of the ancient art of encaustic. This introductory course will show students how to use beeswax, damar resin and pigment to apply melted pigmented-wax to a board. Learn to fuse layers, incise lines, create surface texture, and use collage to create unique and lasting images. Learn safe studio practices, surface preparation, and how to make encaustic medium and paint. Each person will find a favorite method or can use them all.

Saturdays, April 14–May 5, 11am-3pm (4 sessions) $115-Residents/$125-Non-Residents

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IMAGE EDITING USING PHOTOSHOP

with Robin Abello Learn how to edit your images using Adobe Photoshop® Elements. This workshop is an ideal follow-up to the workshop How To Use Your Digital Camera. Topics that will be covered include tools, filters, text, layers, cropping, cloning, selections, brushes and more!

Mondays, June11-June 25, 6:30-8:30pm (3 sessions) $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents

DRAWING AND PAINTING

NOTE: All Spring 2012 enrolled drawing and painting class students are welcome to use open studio free of charge to practice their skills. Free open studio is available when classes are not in session. See listing of available open studio hours posted at the front desk and on our website.

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR

with Joyce Bell Designed for continuing watercolor students! Enjoy discovering watercolor techniques and how they can be used in painting landscapes. A variety of techniques to make creative backgrounds will be explored.

Wednesdays, April 11-June 20, 10am-noon (10 sessions) No class 5/9, $155-Residents/$165-Non-Residents

PORTRAIT DRAWING BASICS (FOR AGES 16 AND UP) with Carol Zika

This class serves as a pre-requisite for the Continuing Portraiture class with David Fried. In this portraiture class, you will study the anatomy and proportions of the human head and learn to draw it accurately from different viewpoints. The course is a natural extension of the Right Brain Drawing course, but any students with good perceptual skills are welcome to join. Supplies available for purchase at first class.

Saturdays, April 14-June 9, 9:30am-noon (8 sessions) No class 5/26, $160-residents/$170-non-residents

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EXPLORE THE TECHNIQUE OF PENCIL RENDERING with Paul Kerris

Class is designed for those who want to explore the art of pencil rendering and the beauty it offers. Learn to create renderings through the use of a grid system, layering, cross-hatching and more! Class will give you the opportunity to work with a variety of subject matter.

Mondays, April 16-May 21, 10am-12:30pm (6 sessions) $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

ADVANCED PENCIL RENDERING TECHNIQUES with Paul Kerris

Class is designed for those who want to enhance their pencil rendering skills by adding color to their renderings.

Explore the use of colored pencils and watercolor pencils as the color media and how to integrate them into pencil rendering. Pre-requisite: Introduction to Pencil Rendering or previous experience with pencil rendering.

Mondays, April 16-May 21, 12:30-3pm (6 sessions) $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

CONTINUING PORTRAITURE

with David Fried Prerequisite: Portrait Drawing Basics class or similar study of skull anatomy and facial proportions.

Draw from live models! Begin with charcoal to achieve likeness and form through gradations of value and then move toward color with pastels and oils. Learn skills which address drawing accuracy and explore modern techniques that focus on expressiveness, emotion and drama.

Mondays, April 16-June 11, 7-9pm (8 sessions) No class 5/28 $165-Residents/$175-Non-Residents (Tuition includes model’s fee.)

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PLEIN AIRE PAINTING with Chaya Schapiro NEW! This class is designed for students who have a basic knowledge of painting. Enjoy Plein Aire painting each class as you paint outside in Columbia Art Center’s Japanese garden and travel to various locations in the area including gardens, rock formations, and country sides. Class will focus on the fundamental skills of drawing, value and color, as well as techniques for seeing in terms of mass and form rather than detail. Ms. Schapiro will give demonstrations in oil paint during each class. A supplies list will be given to you at the time of your registration regarding oil painting supplies. While the class is structured towards oil painting, watercolor, acrylic, gouche and other mediums are acceptable to use.

Tuesdays, April 17-May 8, 10am-1pm (4 sessions) $95-residents; $105-non-residents ADVANCED COLOR PENCIL with Deborah Maklowski NEW! Build on the knowledge and skills gained in the introductory workshop (or your own experience) to take your colored pencil art to the next level. In a classroom setting, have fun working on individual colored pencil drawing projects based on your own chosen photographs.

Your instructor will work with you to develop a concept, select materials and techniques, and offer technical and aesthetic guidance as you progress with your project.

Informal group critiques will be a part of the learning process. There will be a final group critique that will leave you with a plan aimed at bringing your project to a successful finish.

Tuesdays, April 17-May 29, 9:30am-12:30pm (6 sessions) No class 5/8 $140-Residents/$150-Non-Resident

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR with Bob Coe Evening Class! If you have always wanted to try watercolor painting or refresh your skills in watercolor, this is the class for you! 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.

Wednesdays, April 18-June 6, 7-9pm (8 sessions) $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

STILL LIFE IN CHARCOAL AND PASTEL with David Fried Designed for beginners! Have fun learning the basics of line, value and color by drawing from a still life set-up using charcoal or pastel.

Wednesdays, April 18-June 6, 7-9pm (8 sessions) $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

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.

Thursdays, April 19-June 21, 6:30-9pm (10 sessions) $155-Residents/$165-Non-Residents

ADVANCED WATERCOLOR with Bob Coe Build on your watercolor skills and challenge yourself to move beyond your comfort zone! If you are comfortable with painting in watercolor, explore new and advanced techniques and concepts through teacher demonstrations.

You will be asked to complete practice work at home; however, there will be some class time to work on your paintings after demonstrations.

Saturdays, April 21-June 16, 10am-noon (8 sessions) No class 5/26 $125-Residents/$135-Non-Residents

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Z E N T A N G L E WORKSHOPS

INTERMEDIATE ENCAUSTICS

with Deanna Williford, CZT Explore this popular art form of drawing which is an easy-to-learn and relaxing method of creating images from repetitive patterns. Anyone who thinks he or she is a ‘non-artist’ can learn! Artists are also welcomed to take the workshop as Zentangle can provide a wonderful addition to their creations. Certified Zentangle teacher Deanna Williford will guide you in creating the elaborate hand-drawn patterns ‘one stroke at a time.’ This innovative approach to drawing will help you to increase your focus and creativity, reduce stress, and provide you with artistic satisfaction. Ideas for gifts will be displayed during each workshop. Zentangle supplies and books will be available for purchase. A $5 supplies fee (for a mini Zentangle kit) will be collected at the beginning of the class. This same kit may be used for any additional workshops – Intermediate, Zentangle Mandelas, etc. After participating in the Basics class, you are invited to join the free Zentangle Club which meets at Columbia Art Center the third Thursday of each month, 1-4pm.

BASICS WORKSHOP: Saturday, April 28, 9:30am-noon (1 session) BASICS WORKSHOP: Saturday, June 9, 9:30am-noon (1 session) $30-Resident/$30-Non-Resident INTERMEDIATE II WORKSHOP: Saturday, June 16, 9:30am-noon (1 session) Prerequisite: the Basics Workshop. In this workshop, shading, value, and balance will be explored while you learn more challenging tangles (patterns). Zentangle books and supplies will be available for purchase. $30-Resident/$30-Non-Resident

with Laura Vernon Russell NEW! The intermediate encaustics class will delve into image transfer. Using skills learned in Introduction to Encaustics, students will explore more representational ideas using photocopies, ink jet prints and images printed on tissue. Students will further develop their basic encaustic techniques and be encouraged to create a narrative or ‘tell a story’ using these exciting new skills.

Saturdays, June 2-June 23, (4 sessions) 11am-3pm $115-Residents/$125-Non-Residents

SUMI-E MINI WORKSHOPS with Yolanda Koh Whether you have been painting for years or have never painted, you’ll love learning this fast, easy, freehand method of painting. Explore the basic strokes of painting and learn to put them together to form flowers, landscapes and still lifes in the style of Chinese brush painting.

Sunday, Mini Workshops: April 29 or May 6, 10am-12pm $30 per session-Residents/$40 per session/Non-Residents Note: Sign up for both mini workshops and receive $5 off your total tuition price.

INTRODUCTION TO COLORED PENCIL WORKSHOP 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 color pencils on white, medium-toned, and dark papers. The one-day workshop includes lecture and discussion, minidemonstrations, hands-on projects, and a group critique. At the time of your registration, you will be given a list of supplies to purchase for the workshop valued at approximately $75.

Saturday, June 9, 9:30am-3pm (1 session) $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents

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with Anna Tai For ages 13 and up! Explore the joy of knitting and learn to cast on, master the knit and purl stitches, cast off, adjust tension, and correct mistakes. You will combine garter and stockinet stitch patterns and create your first scarf. A supplies list will be given to you at the time of your registration.You are also welcome to reserve supplies with the instructor and pay her a nominal supplies fee at the first class.

Saturdays, April 14-April 28, 9:30-11:30am (3 sessions) $50-Residents/$60-Non-Residents

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INTRODUCTION TO CROCHET with Anna Tai For beginners and beyond - Ages 13 and up!

Learn how to crochet using various stitches. Explore many aspects of wearable crochet — drape, yarn selection, shaping. Choice of project: face wash cloth, stitch sampler scarf, hat, or market bag. A supplies list will be given to you at the time of your registration. You are also welcome to reserve supplies with the instructor and pay her a nominal supplies fee at the first class.

Saturdays, May 5-May 19, 9:30-11:30am (3 sessions) $50-Residents/$60-Non-Residents

FLORAL DESIGN SPRING FLORAL BASKET with Carolyn Parsa Have you ever wanted to make your own fresh flower arrangements but did not know where to start? Working with fresh flowers is fun and creative. In this workshop, you will start with the basics of materials, tools, and design. Learn how to transform an ordinary supermarket bouquet into a custom floral arrangement!

Thursday, April 26, 6-8pm (1 session) $25-residents/$35-Non-Residents

GLASS INTRODUCTION TO FUSED GLASS with Jean Marie Mettee Learn the process of fusing glass by incorporating techniques such as etching, mold-making, stenciling, casting, painting and slumping. Create jewelry, tiles, 3-dimensional pieces, bowls and plates using 90 COE and dichroic glass, frit, stringers and metal inclusions.

Use of tools and some supplies are included in the tuition fee. Class fee includes a generous supply of compatible fusing glass for your projects.

Mondays, April 16–June 4, 6:30-9pm (7 sessions) No class 5/28 $210-Residents/$220-Non-Residents

CONTINUING FUSED GLASS with Jean Marie Mettee Enhance your knowledge of glass fusing by exploring advanced fusing techniques for your individual projects.

Have fun combining glass with ceramics or precious metal clay, make a glass tile floor design, show-stopper jewelry, or add a new dimension to your stained glass work. Use of tools and some supplies are included in the tuition fee. Class fee includes a generous supply of compatible fusing glass for your projects. More extensive works will require purchase of additional glass.

Wednesdays, April 18-May 30, 6:30-9pm (7 sessions) $210-Residents/$220-Non-Residents

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TRIANGULAR FLORAL ARRANGEMENT with Carolyn Parsa NEW! Learn how to work with fresh flowers while creating a traditional tall triangle arrangement in a tall vase. In this workshop, you will start with the basics of materials, tools and design. These arrangements make great table tops for all occasions.

Thursday, May 17, 6-8 pm (1 session) $25-Residents/$35-Non-Residents

SUMMER GRAPEVINE WREATH

with Carolyn Parsa NEW! Working with silk flowers, create a wreath full of summer blooms! In this class each student will learn a few wreath designs and then make a grapevine wreath in their own style! Learn to make a professional bow to add that finishing touch to your project.

Thursday, May 31, 6-8pm (1 session) $25-Residents/$35-Non-Residents

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JEWELRY

(Note: Jewelry workshops are open to ages 14 through adults.)

BEGINNER JEWELRY WEEKEND WORKSHOP With Jill Babchak

Explore the basics of wire jewelry-making to create earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Learn techniques for creating simple and wrapped loops, spirals, clasps, ear wires, jump rings, pendants and more! Create your own necklace or bracelet with matching earrings. When you register, a list of supplies for you to purchase will be provided. You are welcome to bring old jewelry to repurpose or items to repair. A supply kit containing beads, wire, and findings will be available for sale for $10 from the instructor at the class.

Saturday, April 21, 1-3pm (1 session) $20-Residents/$30-Non-Residents

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BEGINNER WIRE WRAPPING with Susan Kieffer Learn how to create fun earrings, rings, and a necklace with a simple twist of wire. Learn how to make a fun pair of earrings, an easy ring, and create your own rosary-wire wrapped chain necklace. These projects look complicated, but they are actually a snap to create. After taking this workshop, you will be inspired to create your own designer jewelry to wear, give as gifts, or sell at craft venues. Bring 1 yard of 12 gage, 16 gage, and 18 gage round wire, (Can be purchased at local craft store), round nose pliers, a ring mandrel (if you have one), flat nose pliers and sturdy wire cutters.

Friday, April 27, 5-7pm (1 session) $20-Residents/$30-Non-Residents Note: Register for both of Susan Kieffer’s wire wrapping workshops at one time and receive $5 off your total tuition cost.

ADVANCED WIRE WRAPPING with Susan Kieffer Are you familiar with wire wrapping and interested in enhancing your technique? Then, this is the workshop for you! In this continuing workshop, take a simple bead and turn it into a pendant. These projects can be used as earrings, fun and whimsical pendants, embellishments for candle jars, and so much more. Bring 1 yard of 12 gage, 16 gage, 18 gage, and 22 gage wire. Bring round nose pliers, flat nose pliers and wire cutters. You will be able to choose several beads from the instructor’s inventory.

Friday, April 27, 7-9pm (1 session) $20-Residents/$30-Non-Residents Note: Register for both of Susan Kieffer’s wire wrapping workshops at one time and receive $5 off your total tuition cost.

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CREATE METAL JEWELRY WITH BRONZE CLAY with Nancy Pollack NEW! Great for beginning and continuing students!

No metal clay experience is necessary. Using bronze clay, create several pieces of handmade jewelry. Sample projects will be provided. The instructor will kiln fire your work and return it to you as solid bronze jewelry. Learn how to add a professional touch to your jewelry with finish and refining techniques and patina. Tuition price includes $40 for a tool kit and package of clay. Additional clay will be available to purchase at the workshop. Note: Columbia Art Center is now offering bronze clay jewelry classes as a direct response to the very high price of silver clay. For beginners, the workshop offers a great introduction to metal clay. Students who have taken silver clay classes are encouraged to take the class; bronze clay and kiln firing will allow you to make larger pieces than are possible with silver clay.

Registration deadline is May 10.

3-day workshop runs: Saturday, May 19, 10am-4pm (1 session) Tuesday, May 29, 6:30-9pm (1 session) Tuesday, June 12, 6:30-9pm (1 session) $165-Residents/$175-Non-Residents

LIFE ENHANCEMENT THE ART OF SELF PUBLISHING AND E-PUBLISHING 101 with Marlene Jackson For beginners! Do you have a great idea for a manuscript bound book or eBook, but don’t know how to write or electronically publish it? Are you an aspiring writer or new author interested in publishing or e-publishing your own book? If you answered yes to these questions, then this workshop is for you. Join Dr. Marlene Jackson, professor at University of Phoenix, John Hopkins and University of Maryland, and learn how to write, edit, design, bound, e-publish and market your book. Whether it is children’s poetry, arts and crafts, comics, drama, mystery, or suspense, you will learn timely tools, resources and tips to help you become a self-published author.

Saturday, April 14-May 12, 1:30-3:30pm (5 sessions) $35-Residents/$45-Non-Residents

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THE ART OF SELF PUBLISHING AND E-PUBLISHING 201 with Marlene Jackson For advanced students! A continuation of the 101 Workshop provides aspiring authors with advanced selfpublishing concepts, techniques and skills. Do you want to take your great publishing idea for your manuscript bound book or eBook to the next level? Join Dr. Marlene Jackson, professor at University of Phoenix, John Hopkins and University of Maryland, and learn advanced techniques for writing, editing, designing, bounding, e-publishing and marketing your book.

Saturday, April 14-May 12, 11am-1pm (5 sessions) $35-Residents/$45-Non-Residents

THE ART OF DE-CLUTTERING with Anitra Roberson Close your eyes and envision the sun streaming in on a clean space, music softly playing in the background, and you sitting with a cup of tea relaxing. Doesn’t that sound lovely? Learn how to de-clutter your home or office room-by-room or area-by-area. Learn techniques and methods for starting projects and completing tasks without becoming overwhelmed. Additional information for using clean “Green methods” and selling your things through the internet will be covered.

Saturday, April 21, 10-11:30am (1 session) $25-Residents/$35-Non-Residents

PROPOSAL/GRANT & RESIDENCY WRITING CLASS Lunch and Learn with Camellia Blackwell, Ph.D. NEW! Designed for artists and arts administrators who want to strengthen their grant writing skills! Learn how to write winning proposals for arts projects by actually seeing, reviewing, and discussing proposals which have won local, national, and international grants and sponsorship. Examine the parts of a proposal such as the project description, budget, timelines, goals, in a stepby-step approach to that will give you a full understanding of the components of a winning proposal. In this workshop, learn how to determine which corporations and foundations to approach for grant support and how to develop focused and realistic budgets. You will also learn how to package professional submissions.

Bring your own lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided.

Saturdays, April 21 and June 23, 11am-1:30pm (2 sessions) $35-Residents/$45-Non-Residents

TOMATOES AND LOVE with Kay Weeks and Denee Barr In love with some vegetable or fruit? Bring a portion of it to Columbia Art Center and be creative with supplied art materials. At the end of the 2-hour workshop, you can decide whether to eat it, share it, or take it home.

During the festivities, jazz vocalist, Denee Barr will spin a few records and, best of all, two or three upbeat songs.

Have fun in this workshop and take home a memory of your participation in the event — on paper!

Saturday, April 28, 10am-12pm (1 session) $5-Residents/$10-Non-Residents

HOW TO TOUCH SPRING, A HAIKU WORKSHOP with Tim Singleton How can something so small and seemingly simple take a lifetime to master? It is called the poem of a single breath, capturing a momentary observation in a handful of words. But, for all its brevity, it’s been practiced for centuries, and, at its best, reverberates forever. Explore the world’s most popular poetic form, the haiku, its history, conceptions and misconceptions. In this workshop designed for all ages, start your own practice of the form, embarking on what many call a way of life, and join in the worldwide craze that is English language haiku.

Saturday, April 14, 9:30am-12pm (1 session) or Saturday, May 12, 9:30am-12pm (1 session) $15-Residents/$25-Non-Residents

MOSAICS MOSAIC MIRROR WORKSHOP with Christina McCleary Have fun at Columbia Art Center by exploring the basics of mosaic design! In this two-day workshop, learn how to cut and position tiles and grout your design. Bring any beads, ceramics pieces, seashells or other accents to decorate your work. You will be given a framed mirror to mosaic!

Wednesdays, May 23-May 30, 6:30-9pm (2 sessions) $40-Residents/$50-Non-Residents

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PAPER AND PRINTMAKING PRINTMAKING: WITHOUT A PRESS with Janice Crum and Emily Michael Learn how to create beautiful and intricate prints without a press! No experience is necessary as this class will explore new, basic, user-friendly types of printmaking. Class is geared to students who do not have large spaces to work in or access to a printing press and are fully able to work with their hands. Class will utilize non-toxic, re-purposed and wallet friendly supplies for creating beautiful pieces of art work. Most supplies will be provided in the cost of the class and a short supplies list will be provided on the first day of class. Please bring a pad of Bristol board paper to the first class.

Thursdays, April 26-May 31, 6-8pm (6 sessions) $85-Residents/$95-Non-Residents

PAPER MAKING WORKSHOP with Janice Crum and Emily Michael NEW! Looking for new ways to go green? Try paper making! Using affordable and easy-to-find materials learn a simple technique for creating your own handmade paper! Plantable paper, colorful paper options and decorative techniques will also be discussed. Please wear clothes that can get wet or bring a smock. Any paper that you make goes home with you! All materials are included in the price of the workshop.

Saturday, May 19, 12-2pm (1 session) or Sunday, June 10, 12-2pm (1 session) $30-Residents/$40-Non-Residents

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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.

NOTE: Classes in this section are listed in order by offerings for youngest ages to offerings for oldest ages.

SATURDAY MORNING ART (FOR AGES 5-10) with Camellia Orr Two spring sessions offered! Have fun learning about the principles and elements of design by creating cultural projects using a variety of media including paints, found objects, fabric, paper and more!

Saturdays, April 14-May 5, 10am-11:30am (4 sessions) Saturdays May 19-June 16, 10am-11:30am (4 sessions) No class 5/26, $60-Residents/$70-Non-Residents (Note: Drop-ins for one or two classes are welcomed: $20-Residents/$25-Non-Residents per class.)

SPRING CUPCAKES (FOR AGES 5-13) with Susan Kieffer Learn fun and different techniques for decorating and personalizing holiday-themed cupcakes! At the time of your registration, you will be given a list of supplies to bring to the workshop.

Saturday, March 31, 10am-12pm (1 session) $15-Residents/$20-Non-Residents

KIDS AND CLAY: MORE THAN MUD PIES (FOR AGES 6-11) with Megan Trail In a fun and relaxing atmosphere, have fun using basic techniques of handbuilding (coil, pinch, slab) to express individuality and creativity. Projects will be colorful and creative — relating to the seasons, literature, music and more.

Mondays, April 16-June 11, 10am-12pm (8 sessions) No class 5/28 $100-Residents/$110-Non-Residents

MIXED MEDIA (FOR AGES 8-12) with Amanda Mattos Explore a variety of art techniques and terminology as you create two- and three-dimensional art works. Each week, you will learn how to incorporate different media as you explore drawing and painting, collage, printmaking, book and card-making, mosaics and more!

Wednesdays, April 18-May 9, 5:30pm-7pm (4 sessions) $45-Residents/$55-Non-Residents

DRAWING FOR YOUTH (FOR AGES 9-12) with Carol Zika 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! Students will be introduced to graphite, charcoal, pastel and colored pencils. Tuition includes supplies.

Thursdays, April 5-May 24, 4:30-6pm (8 sessions) $90-Residents/$100-Non-Residents

PORTRAIT DRAWING FOR TEENS (FOR AGES 11-17) with Carol Zika NEW! Draw from live models! Ideal for homeschoolers!

Begin with classroom studies of basic proportion and careful observation to achieve likeness and form. Learn skills which address drawing accuracy and explore modern techniques that focus on expressiveness through a variety of media and approaches. Live models will be used in the final 3 sessions. Tuition includes model’s fee.

Tuesdays, April 10-May 15, 3-5pm (6 sessions) $85-Residents/$95-Non-Residents Discounts available for registering 3 or more students.

COSTUME DESIGN FOR THEATER (FOR AGES 11-17) with Chris Kinslow NEW! Like dressing up? Join professional theater artist Chris Kinslow for a four-week introduction to the art of costume design. Participants will explore various artistic color palettes, periods, motifs, and styles of costume design culminating in the construction of an original costume. Course will include class discussion, pencil and watercolor drawings, and a trip to the local thrift store for materials and mixed media items to use.

Wednesdays, April 18–May 9, 5-7pm (4 sessions) $75-Residents/$85-Non-Residents

TEEN WHEEL-THROWING (FOR AGES 12-17) with Joe Vitek This once-a-week class is designed for students who wish to learn the fundamental skills involved with making pottery on the wheel. All the basics from clay preparation, throwing techniques, and glazing will be taught, as well as opportunities for some handbuilding. Learn how to make vases, mugs, bowls, and plates, as well as other forms according to ability and desire. (Clay, use of tools, glazing and firing are included in tuition.)

Thursdays, April 19-June 7, 4-6pm (8 sessions) $120-Residents/$130-Non-Residents

COMIC WORKSHOP FOR TEENS (FOR AGES 12-17) with Clinton White Have you ever wondered how to make awesome comics or how to draw in anime/manga style? Then, this is the workshop for you! Using live drawing demonstrations discover how to draw and design characters in both western and Japanese “manga’ comic book styles.

Explore techniques for creating engaging characters, costumes and expressions. This workshop includes discussion, demonstration of basic story creation, and page layout. Have a great time creating your own unique comic book story!

Mondays, April 16-May 21, 5-7pm (6 sessions) $80-Residents/$90-Non-Residents

HOMESCHOOLING PROGRAMS ART THROUGH THE CURRICULUM: SURVEY (FOR AGES 6-10) with Michelle C. Dunn Learn about general subjects through a visual lens and hands-on exploration. This art integration class will allow students to develop artistic skills and techniques while learning age-appropriate basics in subjects such as language, mathematics, history, science and health. An in-depth exploration of the individual subjects will be further explored in the following sessions. Provide your child with a new way of entering a subject while they have fun creating art.

Wednesdays, May 16-June 13, 9:30-11:30am (5 sessions) $55-Residents/$65-Non-Residents

PARENT & CHILD MARBLING FOR PARENT AND CHILD with Liz Henzey Designed for parents and their children ages 6 and up!

Explore the popular craft of marbling by learning to create your own designs on paper surfaces. Using a variety of combs and techniques, see how you can float and manipulate acrylic paints into different designs.

Supplies and paper are included in tuition. Please wear an old shirt or bring a smock. (Materials included in tuition.)

Sunday, May 20, 9:30am-11am (1 session) $30-Parent & Child Resident $40-Parent & Child Non-Resident

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Columbia Art Center

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.

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............................................$45 Weekdays $55 Weekends ...........Table Seating 35, Chairs/Standing 55

Studio Two ............................................$40 Weekdays $50 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20

Main Gallery*.......................................$50 Weekdays $60 Weekends ...........Table Seating 35, Chairs/Standing 50

Window Gallery*..................................$40 Weekdays $50 Weekends ...........Table Seating 35, Chairs/Standing 50

Main and Window Galleries* ..............$55 Weekdays $65 Weekends ...........Table Seating 60, Chairs/Standing 95

Galleries* and Studio One.....................$60 Weekdays $70 Weekends ...........Table Seating 30, Chairs/Standing 60

Japanese Garden..................................$60 Weekdays $70 Weekends ...........Table Seating 30, Chairs/Standing 60

Stained Glass/Jewelry Studio ...............$40 Weekdays $50 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20

Digital Room .........................................$60 Weekdays $70 Weekends ...........7 at Computers, 15 at Table

Photo Room ..........................................$30 Weekdays $40 Weekends ...........Table Seating 20

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Class Policies & Procedures

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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 the Columbia Art Center at 410-730-0075 or check Columbia Art Center’s website and Facebook page.

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 request.

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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Registration & Admission

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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 cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met three days prior to the class beginning.

Several classes have pre-requisites. Please read course descriptions carefully.

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, by fax, or over the phone. Tuition can be paid by check or credit card (Mastercard, Visa and American Express accepted). Please make check payable to Columbia Art Center.

Last Name

First Name

MI

Name of Parent/Guardian

Age of child (if student is under 18)

Day Telephone

Evening Telephone

Street Address City

State

Zip

Email Address

Course Name

Date

Tuition

Fees

Total

Total

Account Number and 3-Digit VIN Number (located on back of card)

Cardholder’s Name

Visa Mastercard American Express

Exp Date

Cardholder’s Signature Please read and sign important waiver on page 21.

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Release, Waiver of Liability and Indemnity Agreement In consideration for being allowed to use The Columbia Association, Inc.’s (“CA”) facilities and equipment, participate in any of CA’s classes and programs or avail myself of CA’s services (collectively, “CA activities”), I agree to abide by all rules established by CA. I hereby release CA, its officers, employees, instructors, trainers, agents or representatives (the “Releasees”) from all liability to the undersigned, my representatives, heirs and assigns, for any and all claims for any loss, damage, theft of personal property, personal injury, bodily injury or death, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, arising as a result of CA activities. I further waive and covenant not to sue Releasees for any such claims.

I am voluntarily participating in CA activities with knowledge of the possible dangers involved, and hereby agree to accept any and all inherent risks of bodily injury, death or property damage.

I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Releasees from any loss, liability, damage or cost, including attorneys’ fees, they may incur due to my CA activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise.

I further agree that this Release and Indemnity Agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the law of the State of Maryland and that if any portion hereof is held invalid, the remainder of the Agreement will continue in full legal force and effect.

I affirm that I am of legal age, am freely signing this Agreement, and if the participant in CA activities is a minor, that I am the parent or legal guardian of that minor. I have read this Agreement and fully understand that I am giving up legal rights and 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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I am the parent or legal guardian of the minor indicated below. I am signing this agreement on behalf of said minor and acknowledge that in so doing, I am giving up legal rights and remedies that I, my spouse, a legal guardian for the minor or the minor might have now or in the future.

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