Art

ArtiSt ASSociation of Elk GrovE VillagE

Get connected with local artists by joining the Artists’ Association of Elk Grove Village today! Members will be able to participate in our Monthly Demos, at no cost. Please email AAEGVexhibits@gmail.com for more information.

Fee $5 Non-member Time 7-9pm

Upcoming Meetings/Demos

Date Artist Topic Code

Jan 25 Promila Kumar Multimedia 103611-01 Feb 22 Bobby Puttrich Sculpture 103611-02 Mar 22 Margaret Bucholz Colored Pencil 103611-03

ART LESSONS

Art Adventurers

Children explore their creative side making beautiful artwork! In each class, we will make child-safe projects to take home. Wear old clothes that can handle a small mess.

Age 5-7yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Craft Room

Date Time

Sat, Jan 14-28 9-10am Sat, Feb 11-25 9-10am Sat, Mar 11-25 9-10am

Code

Deadline

103301-01 Jan 6 103301-02 Feb 1 103301-03 Feb 28

Storybook Art

In Storybook Art, children will begin each class with story time. The story will provide the inspiration to complete their artwork, which will be based on the theme or illustrations of the book. Every week is a new adventure, and there is no repetition of themes from one session to the next.

Age 3-5yrs Fee $24 R / $32 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Thu, Jan 19 1-2pm Thu, Feb 16 1-2pm Thu, Mar 16 1-2pm

Art Club

Want a place where you can create? Then here’s a club for you! Each session, we will produce artwork using a variety of techniques and materials. We will finish our session with an art show so you can share your creation with friends and family. Please wear clothes that can handle a small mess.

Age 8-12yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Sat, Jan 14-28 9-10am Sat, Feb 11-25 9-10am Sat, Mar 11-25 9-10am

Code

Deadline

103324-01 Jan 6 103324-02 Feb 1 103324-03 Feb 28

Pizza & Paint Night

Join us for a pizza and paint party! Artists will paint a canvas masterpiece and enjoy pizza while having a fun evening with friends!

Age 8-12yrs Fee $30 R / $36 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Fri, Jan 13 6-7:30pm Fri, Feb 17 6-7:30pm Fri, Mar 17 6-7:30pm

Code

Deadline

103401-01 Jan 6 103401-02 Feb 8 103401-03 Mar 6

Art

Clay Creations

Work with clay in this handbuilding class to make awesome creations!

Age 6-10yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Craft Room

Date Time Code Deadline

Tue, Jan 17-24 6:15-7:15pm 103603-01 Jan 11 Tue, Feb 7-14 6:15-7:15pm 103603-02 Feb 1 Tue, Mar 7-14 6:15-7:15pm 103603-03 Mar 1

Youth Pottery

Experience the creativity of clay in Youth Pottery class! Children will be introduced to working with the Pottery wheel and making fantastic clay creations in this guided class! Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays.

Age 12-15yrs Fee $130 R / $156 NR Location Pavilion, Craft Room

Date

Time Code Deadline

Mon, Jan 16-Wed, Feb 15 6:15-7:45pm 103314-01 Jan 11 Mon, Feb 20-Wed, Mar 22 6:15-7:45pm 103314-02 Feb 9

Adult Pottery

Looking for an art experience which will give you an opportunity to make one-of-a-kind decorative item or gifts? Try pottery! Session will teach throwing techniques on the pottery wheel and finish with items that will be ready for use!

Age 16+yrs Fee $130 R / $156 NR Location Pavilion, Craft Room

Date Time Code Deadline

Sat, Feb 18-Mar 18 12:30-2pm 103315-01 Feb 11

Afternoon Paint

A strong emphasis on mixing and using color will be a major part of this class. Join this wonderful group for continued guidance and creative inspiration!

Age 16+yrs Fee $72 R / $86 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time Code Deadline

Mon, Jan 9-Feb 13 12:30-3:30pm 103318-01 Jan 6 Mon, Feb 20-Mar 27 12:30-3:30pm 103318-02 Feb 17

Adult Watercolor Workshops

These workshops will teach you the basics of watercolor painting. You will learn different techniques to create beautiful paintings with a different theme each session!

Age 16+yrs Fee $108 R / $130 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time Code Deadline

Sat, Jan 7-28 11am-2pm 103320-01 Jan 3 Sat, Feb 11-25 11am-2pm 103320-02 Feb 7 Sat, Mar 4-18 11am-2pm 103320-03 Mar 1

Kid’s Painting Class

Want to try out painting on canvas? In this class, we will design our composition, pick our color palettes, and use acrylic paint to produce our interpretation of the subject.

Age 6-8yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Thu, Jan 5-12 6-7pm Thu, Feb 2-9 6-7pm Thu, Mar 2-9 6-7pm

Code

Deadline

103325-01 Jan 2 103325-02 Jan 31 103325-03 Feb 28

Youth Drawing

Youth drawing explores techniques and drawing basics. This class is geared toward youth artist that want to take their drawing skills to the next level.

Age 9-12yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Thu, Jan 19-26 6-7pm Thu, Feb 16-23 6-7pm Thu, Mar 16-23 6-7pm

Code

Deadline

103326-01 Jan 16 103326-02 Feb 13 103326-03 Mar 13

For more information regarding Arts, Music & Special Events

Contact Deanna Rafidia at 847.690.1109 or drafidia@elkgroveparks.org

Photography Class

Photography I -Digital SLR/Mirrorless Photography You’ll start with the basics to give you a good foundation. You’ll learn about your camera modes, learn your aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, close-up flower photo, methods of focus and ISO, then taking pictures in Manual Mode. At the end of this class you will have an understanding of your camera and gear so you can use them to their fullest potential. Note: Participants

must bring mirrorless or digital SLR (removable lens).

Age 16+yrs Fee $110 R / $132 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Mon, Jan 30-Feb 13 6-8pm

Code

Deadline

103613-01 Jan 27

Night Photography

Join us to learn how to shoot amazing night photos by controlling exposure and light. We discuss camera settings, as well as how and when to use the settings. Discuss types camera gear for night photos and using a shutter release remote to shoot long exposures. Learn how to shoot at night and how to enhance your night photos.

Age 16+yrs Fee $110 R / $132 NR Location Zoo

Date Time

Mon, Mar 13-27 6-8pm

Code

Deadline

103613-02 Mar 10

Snapshot Kids Photo Class

See the world in the eyes of your child! In this snapshot class participants will take pictures based on the session theme. At the end of the class they will put together their very own photo book!

Age 6-8yrs Fee $36 R / $43 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Mon, Feb 13-20 5-5:45pm Mon, Mar 6-13 5-5:45pm

Code

Deadline

103601-01 Feb 11 103601-02 Mar 2

Craft Workshops

Come on your own or with a friend to create a fun seasonal craft for your room, or to give as a gift.

Age 6-10yrs Fee $24 R / $32 NR Location Pavilion, Art Room

Date Time

Tue, Jan 31 6-7pm Tue, Feb 21 6-7pm Tue, Mar 21 6-7pm

Code

Deadline

103608-01 Jan 28 103608-02 Feb 18 103608-03 Mar 18

Pottery Open Studio

Experienced potters can come and create! If you have taken an Intro class or have past experience in pottery then this is the class for you. An Instructor will be present for any questions or guidance that you may need. All materials for handbuilding and wheel throwing will be provided. Pieces will be glazed and fired by staff and participants will be notified when to pick up.

Age 18+ Fee $110 R / $130 NR Location Pavilion, Craft Room

Date Time Code Deadline

Sat, Jan 14-Feb 18 10am-12pm 103316-01 Jan 7