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GET CREATIVE! BEGINNERS THROUGH ADVANCED ART AND DANCE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS, TEENS AND ADULTS
SPRING 2014
REGISTRATION DECEMBER 18, 2013 THROUGH JANUARY 27, 2014 • 315-797-8260
REGISTRATION & INFORMATION Beginners through Advanced Art and Dance Classes and Workshops for Kids, Teens and Adults
Registration: December 18, 2013 through January 27, 2014
-Registration for second 7-week sessions will remain open until March 24 All classes are taught in the PrattMWP studios.
REGISTRATION IS EASY
• Online at mwpai.org • 315-797-8260 weekdays 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • In person at the School of Art (Studio Building) weekdays, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Fax 797-9349 • Mail: Send completed registration form to the School of Art. The form must be accompanied by a check payable to MWPAI. Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover are also accepted. Full payment is due at the time of registration. No partial payments will be accepted. No registrations will be taken without full payment.
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SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are available and awarded by need and merit. Scholarship request forms for spring 2014 can be found online at mwpai.org or at the School of Art reception desk 315-797-8260. Deadline for the spring semester is December 16 *Look on our website for information on workshops and classes offered by our Visiting Artists from our new Artist-in-Residence program.
7 WEEK
Age requirements will be strictly followed. • January 25 through May 3
CLASSES FOR KIDS
KIDS ART PROGRAM
Kids use art to discover their learning potential, creating and having fun as they challenge their imaginations. In these classes, students experiment with clay, recycled materials and fibers, and drawing and painting to learn about texture, line and color. Classes are taught by dedicated, enthusiastic instructors who respond to a child’s creative spirit. Visits to the MWPAI Museum of Art are encouraged to allow students the opportunity to view works of art for inspiration. PLEASE NOTE: *Materials are supplied for children’s classes. Please provide a snack for your child each day, at mid-morning, students have a 15-minute supervised snack break. It is recommended that each child bring an old shirt to use as a smock. A map will be included in your registration material so you know where to go for the first class.
ART EXPLORATIONS I
(AGES 4 & 5)
TUITION: $75 MEMBER: $67.50 Students engage in the process of art making through hands-on exploration learning basics in art including cutting, pasting, shapes and colors through collage, sculpture, painting and drawing. Children will enjoy the social interaction of group activities. Due to the same lesson plan, children may only enroll in one class each day. Saturday 9 to 10:15 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Stephanie Bevins, Instructor Class Limit: 10 CA101-1
Saturday 9 to 10:15 a.m March 22 through May 3 Stephanie Bevins, Instructor Class Limit: 10 CA101-3
Saturday 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Stephanie Bevins, Instructor Class Limit: 10 CA101-2
Saturday 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. March 22 through May 3 Stephanie Bevins, Instructor Class Limit: 10 CA101-4
ART EXPORATIONS II, DRAWING AND PAINTING (AGES 6, 7 AND 8)
TUITION: $128 MEMBER: $115.20 Children will develop drawing skills using a wide variety of media by learning how to draw from observation, memory, and imagination while experimenting with a variety of drawing and painting tools. Students will also learn about famous drawing artists. Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Linda Foote, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA102-1 Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. March 22 trough May 3 Linda Foote, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA102-3
ART EXPORATIONS II, CLAY AND SCULPTURAL MEDIA (AGES 6, 7 AND 8)
TUITION: $128 MEMBER: $115.20 Children use a wide variety of materials from clay and glaze to recycled materials, fibers, plaster, wire and more as they build sculptures and create non-stop with their hands. Students will also learn about famous sculpture artists and ceramicists as they make friends and explore and strengthen their creativity. Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Julie Angerosa, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA102-2 Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. March 22 through May 3 Julie Angerosa, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA102-4
YOUNG ARTISTS Pre-teens will develop their aesthetic sense and begin to pursue ideas of more personal relevance. Our classes are designed to nurture that development and expand the means in which they can explore their artistic gifts.
YOUNG ARTISTS DRAWING AND PAINTING
(AGES 9, 10, 11 AND 12)
TUITION: $128 MEMBER: $115.20 Students will develop and expand on their drawing and painting skills using a wide variety of media by learning how to draw and paint from observation, memory, and imagination. Visits to the Museum of Art gives students the opportunity to connect with works of art while learning about famous artists. For a student, the experience of standing inches from masterpieces then going back to the studio to create something of their own creates a lifetime memory. Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Sarah Kilian, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA103-1 Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. March 22 through May 3 Sarah Kilian, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA103-3
YOUNG ARTISTS CLAY AND SCULPTURAL MEDIA (AGES 9, 10, 11 AND 12)
TUITION: $128 MEMBER: $115.20 Students get to develop their creative voices and skills by experimenting with clay and sculptural materials. Open-ended projects and lessons encourage confidence and build maturity. Lessons will also focus on popular and historic sculpture artists and ceramists. Visits to the Museum of Art will lead the way for fun and exciting projects. Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Paula Caruana, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA103-2 Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. March 22 through May 3 Paula Caruana, Instructor Class Limit: 15 CA103-4
CLASSES FOR TEENS Age requirements will be strictly followed. • January 21 through May 5
BEGINNING JEWELRY FOR TEENS
Ages 14 to 17 TUITION: $185/LAB FEE: $45 MEMBER: $166.50/LAB FEE: $45 Demonstrations and lectures include sawing/piercing, soldering, surface development, chain making and bezel setting cabochon stones. Students create jewelry of their own design using these techniques working in non-ferrous metals including copper, brass and silver. Students are required to purchase all metal and some expendable supplies including sandpaper, solder and saw blades, available at the School of Art reception desk. A wide variety of hand tools and equipment including torches for annealing and soldering will be used. Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes must be worn during class. Monday 4 to 6 p.m. January 27 through May 5 Shannon Stockbridge, Instructor Class limit: 12 TA106-1
DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR TEENS (AGES 13 TO 17)
TUITION: $255 MEMBER: $229.50 Improve your drawing skills and meet other teens who share your interest in the arts. This class focuses on drawing from observation and is designed specifically for teenagers who want to grow creatively and explore the visual arts. Saturday 9 to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through May 3 Sandra DeVisser, Instructor Class Limit: 15 TA101-1
PRINTMAKING FOR TEENS
(AGES 13 TO 17) (MUST BE 13 BY FIRST CLASS)
TUITION: $185/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $166.50/MATERIAL FEE: $45 Explore a variety of traditional and non-traditional printmaking techniques, from how to print shirts to paper. Learn the concept of printing multiples and create a personal print that incorporates more than one technique. Methods taught range from relief to silkscreen, chine colle, collagraph, and drypoint. Wednesday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Instructor: Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 12 TA103-2
Whether you have an academic goal in mind or are looking for sheer fun, taking a class at MWPAI is for you! Classes are taught in the PRATTMWP college of art and design studios.
COLLEGE PREP PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT For Grades 10, 11 and 12
TUITION: $185/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $166.50/MATERIAL FEE: $45 Students applying to art colleges will need to present a portfolio for evaluation. This evaluation is an important factor in the level of merit scholarship a student receives. This class focuses on building a quality portfolio of artwork, primarily drawing, and also teaches students what to expect in a portfolio review and how best to represent their work. Thursday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. February 6 through May 15 Hannah O’Toole, Instructor Class limit: 15 TA102-1
DRAWING CARTOONS FOR TEENS (AGES 13 TO 17)
Tuition: $185/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $166.50/MATERIAL FEE: $45 The recent surge in popularity of comics is due largely to clarity and speed in which these pictorial elements tell a story. Students will learn about the elements of narrative in comics through storyboarding, image and compositional development. Tuesday 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. January 21 through April 29 TBA Class limit: 15 TA103-1
FAMILY WORKSHOPS Ages 12 to Adult (family collaborative)
MAKE-A-PRINT SATURDAYS (FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH- SPRING SEMESTER ½ DAY WORKSHOPS)
Spend a Saturday learning the art of the print! Prints are versatile, easy and fun. Learn how to use a press to create multiples of your art, experiment with silkscreen on paper or fabric, marble your own paper, and learn lithography you can do at home. These processes are beautiful on their own and can be combined to create a layered masterpiece. All of the workshops are low-tech, non-toxic and require no previous experience.
PAPER MARBLING
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Paper marbling is a method of floating ink to create a surface design, which can be applied to an absorbent surface, usually paper or fabric. Traditionally its use is for book covers or endpapers in bookbinding and stationary. Each print is a unique monotype and perfect for calligraphers and scrapbookers. 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, February 1 Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-3
NON-TRADITIONAL LITHOGRAPHY TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25
MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 This workshop is a brief introduction to alternative, non-solvent lithographic techniques using household items, and image transfers. Saturday, March 1 1 to 4 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-4
LINOCUT
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Learn to carve, ink and print a linoleum block. This is an introduction to relief printing, working with blocks that carve much easier than wood. This technique is perfect for cards and other artwork. Saturday, April 5 1 to 4 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-5
SILKSCREEN WITH STENCILS
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Create artwork on paper or fabric quickly and easily with the silkscreen stencil method. These methods introduce silkscreen using painting and cutting rather than complicated photographic exposure times. Saturday, May 3 1 to 4 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-6
ADULT WORKSHOPS Must be 18 years or older
STRETCHING AND PRIMING A CANVAS LIKE THE OLD MASTERS
(2 WEEKENDS/2 DAYS)
TUITION: $150/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $135/MATERIAL FEE: $45 Has the irregular rhythm of canvas weave and loose-warped surface ever ruined your enjoyment of painting? The tension and alignment of a canvas is critical to properly present the artist’s technique. This class will guide you how to avoid such common mistakes and learn about the old master technique of creating traditional painting surfaces of Belgian linen, rabbit skin glue, and oil based primer, and understand the longevity and conservation of these natural materials. FIRST WEEKEND Day 1: Introduction and Stretching Canvases Saturday, February 8 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. SECOND WEEKEND Saturday, February 15 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Day 2: Oil priming Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class Limit: 12 WK102-1
DRAWING HANDS AND FEET FROM LIFE AND THE IMAGINATION (1 DAY)
TUITION: $75 MEMBER: $68 Hands and feet are the most difficult part of drawing a figure. Learn techniques for drawing and painting hands and feet from life and from imagination by focusing on the anatomy of hands and feet and the simplified volumes that help reproduce them in drawings. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, February 22 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class Limit: 12 WK102-3
ADULT WORKSHOPS MAKING YOUR OWN PAINT AND BINDERS
(AND THE HISTORY OF PIGMENTS)
(1 WEEKEND/2 DAYS)
TUITION: $150/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $135/MATERIAL FEE: $45 This workshop will begin with the synthesis and history of organic and inorganic pigments and their toxicity levels and light fastness. Discussions will include pigments and their binders, and the technique of creating paints and media. Several non-toxic pigments will be used to create a series of paints including oil, tempera, watercolor and pastels. At the end of the workshop, each participant will have a sample tile of different mediums on a primed surface. Students will be able to take home the paints and pastels they created. Day 1: Introduction and Egg Tempera Saturday, March 1 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Day 2: Watercolor, Oil and Pastel. Determining Fakes Sunday, March 2 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class Limit: 12 WK102-2
FIGURE IN CLAY
(1 weekend/2 days) TUITION: $150/MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $135/MATERIAL FEE: $45 The impulse to express personal narrative in the ceramic medium is ages old. What differs between traditional styles and contemporary styles is the modern human condition. In this workshop students will reflect on their personal narratives and attempt to communicate in clay, a realization of their personal history. Processes covered: pinching, coiling, carving and slab construction along with the finishing processes using colored slips and glazing. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23 Veronica Byun, Artist-in-Residence Class Limit: 12 WK104-1
Must be 18 years or older
VARIETY IN PRINTMAKING
Share your artistic vision and learn new skills with our printmaker-inresidence. These workshops introduce simple and flexible techniques for creating works of art, including the newly revealed “mokulitho” technique for printing on plywood. Learn how to transfer images to different surfaces for decoration, artists’ books, or other fine artwork. Techniques taught range from folding your own pop-up cards, to the no-hassle water-based silkscreen monotype.
EASY SILKSCREEN
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Create artwork on paper or fabric quickly and easily with the silkscreen stencil method. These methods introduce silkscreen using painting and cutting rather than complicated photographic exposure times. Monday January 27 6 to 9 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-7
MOKULITHO
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Mokulitho is a printmaking process similar to lithography, but without complicated steps or use of acids and harsh solvents. The technique is relatively new, originating in Japan 30 years ago. Because it uses plywood instead of plates or stone, Mokulito is flexible and accessible to beginners. Monday February 10 6 to 9 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-8
PAPER MARBLING
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Paper marbling is a method of using floating ink to create a surface design which be applied to an absorbent surface, usually paper or fabric. Traditionally its use is for book covers or endpapers in bookbinding and stationary. Each print is a unique monotype and perfect for calligraphers and scrapbookers. Monday March 3 6 to 9 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-9
EASY COLLAGRAPH
TUITION: $45/STUDIO FEE: $25 MEMBER: $41/STUDIO FEE: $25 Collagraph is one of the earliest and most immediate forms of printmaking. Novices to professionals use collagraphs to create rich textural affects in their art. The class will create prints using found objects and readily available materials such as cardboard, glue, and fabric. Monday April 7 6 to 9 p.m. Clarissa Plank, Artist-in-Residence WK103-A
ADULT JEWELRY/ METALS WORKSHOPS WIRE CROCHETING Prerequisite: No previous crocheting/wire manipulating techniques are
required. TUITION: $90 MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $81 MATERIAL FEE: $45 In this course students learn how to make shapes from various wires. Techniques include crocheting and other wire-manipulating crafts. Various shapes and designs will be discussed Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. February 1 (1 hour break for lunch at noon) Lisa Juen Sinnott, Visiting Artist Class Limit: 12 WK106-1
INNOVATING THE CHAIN Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry TUITION: $210 MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $189 MATERIAL FEE: $45
Think beyond the traditional chain and learn chain-making techniques and design using wire and sheet metal. Examine and manipulate line, shape, repetition, pattern, and negative space to innovate and personalize their chains. Demonstrations and discussions will include jump ring making, wire manipulation, designing and calculating chain designs, linkage systems, cold connections, and surface design. A presentation on chains will be given at the beginning of class and each student should leave at the end of the workshop with a beautiful finished chain or a variety of samples to work with later. Class time will be complemented with one-on-one time with Amy. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (1 hour break for lunch at noon) (1 weekend/2 days) Saturday February 8 and Sunday February 9 Amy Tavern, Visiting Artist Class Limit: 12 WK106-2
EXPLORING PROCESS, BUILDING FORM Prerequisite: No previous experience necessary.
This workshop is suitable for students interested in jewelry and/or sculpture. TUITION: $105 MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $94.50 MATERIAL FEE: $45 Every artist has their own way of generating ideas and making a body of work. Discovering and defining these methods are helpful for creating better works and dealing with the challenges artists face every day. In this workshop students will be introduced to simple methods of idea generation and creation, as well as ways to better understand and articulate how they create. Through hands-on and contemplative exploration, such as three-dimensional “sketching,� source-material collecting, and various writing and hand-on exercises, students will consider their own individual artistic process as they create a vocabulary of unique skills. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday March 1 (1 hour break for lunch at noon) Amy Tavern, Visiting Artist Class Limit: 12 WK106-3
WIRE AND 3D OBJECT ENAMELING Prerequisite: No prior enameling knowledge is required.
TUITION: $105 MATERIAL FEE: $45 MEMBER: $94.50 MATERIAL FEE: $45 Students will learn how to apply and fire enamel on wire and 3D objects. Various techniques, including powder and wet application will be discussed. The students are required to bring wire structures and/or 3D shapes to the class. required to bring wire structures and/or 3D shapes to the class. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (1 hour break for lunch at noon) Saturday April 5 Class Limit: 10 Lisa Juen Sinnott, Visiting Artist WK106-4
7 WEEK
January 21 through May 5 Must be 18 years or older to register for adult classes
CLASSES FOR ADULTS DESIGNING YOUR WEBSITE TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35
MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 Let your website be the conversation starter at your next social gathering. This class will help you create an artist’s website while learning the proper techniques for photographing and recording your art, as well as HTML and JavaScript techniques. At the end of this class you will have a usable website and new business card to match. Saturday 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. January 25 through March 8 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class Limit: 12 AA110-1
THE BUSINESS SIDE OF BEING AN ARTIST TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35
MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 You built an impressive body of work and now what? Knowing how to promote your work for galleries, publications, or employment takes an understanding of how to write an artist statement, prepare your resume, curriculum vitae, and the all important cover letter. Learn how to open doors to exhibiting and exposing your work to greater audiences. Saturday 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. March 22 through May 3 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence AA110-2
PRINTMAKING
For centuries printmaking has given artists the ability to create multiple impressions for artistic and commercial purposes. Artists who love to work with their hands and experiment with various processes find printmaking opens the door to many creative discoveries. Through silkscreen, intaglio, lithography, woodblock, or monoprints, artists have utilized printmaking to make cards, books, shirts or affect any object that can have an image applied to it. Our modern non-toxic printmaking studio and creative faculty will give you the tools and information you need to take your art to the masses.
INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING: MAKE AN IMPRESSION
Beginning Level TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35 MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 Find out why various methods of printmaking have sparked the imagination of artists from Rembrandt and Durer, to Picasso and Warhol, and artists working today. Experiment with different printmaking techniques such as collagraph, relief, and monotype and revel in the enjoyment of unveiling the mysteries of the surface you prepared when it is impressed upon a page. Tuesday 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. February 4 through March 25 Hannah O’Toole, Instructor Class Limit: 12 AA103-1 Tuesday 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. April 1 through May 13 Hannah O’Toole, Instructor Class Limit: 12 AA103-2
BEGINNING DRAWING Beginning Level TUITION: $140 MEMBER: $126 From the time of cave paintings to now, drawing remains the most intuitive method of how humans communicate with one another. Working from observation, students develop their skills as drafts-persons through line, mark, value, texture, and most important of all, personal expression. Tuesday 9 a.m. to noon January 21 through March 4 Annette Gurdo, Instructor Class Limit: 15 AA101-1 Tuesday 9 a.m. to Noon March 18 through April 29 Annette Gurdo, Instructor Class Limit: 15 AA101-2
7 WEEK
CLASSES FOR ADULTS LIFE DRAWING All levels TUITION: $140/MODEL FEE: $30 MEMBER: $126/MODEL FEE: $30 The direct analysis of the human form in its complexity and translating that interaction to paper is critical to an artist. Gesture drawing, contour drawing and other methods of recording a direct response to the figure are the foundation of this class. A nude model will be used. Thursday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. January 23 through March 6 Annette Gurdo, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA101-3
LIFE DRAWING & PAINTING All levels Must be 18 years and older TUITION: $140/MODEL FEE: $30 MEMBER: $126/MODEL FEE: $30 The study of the human form is essential for every art student. This course emphasizes the interrelationship within the figure through painting. Drawing will remain an option, but with one long pose each evening. A nude model will be used. Thursday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. March 20 through May 1 Annette Gurdo, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA101-4
ANCIENT TECHNIQUES: ILLUMINATED MANUSCRIPTS
All levels Must be 18 years and older TUITION: $140/MATERIAL FEE: $35 MEMBER: $126/MATERIAL FEE: $35 The class will focus on the history and techniques of creating an Illuminated Manuscript. An Illuminated Manuscript is a page of text or poetry that is substituted with ornate decoration in paint and silver or gold leafing. Frequently painted with a single haired brush, these miniature paintings rival the most complex paintings. Illuminated Manuscripts are made on parchment- most commonly made of calf, goat or sheep skin. Creating egg tempera paints and ancient binders will be discussed. Students will explore the use of traditional parchment and gilding techniques to create an authentic illuminated manuscript. Thursday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. March 20 through May 1 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 15 AA102-6
QUILTING 101 PATTERNS All levels Must be 18 years and older TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35 MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 Enjoy this introductory class in quilting and partake in the social interaction that has kept this tradition alive for centuries. Learn about quilting patterns and how to cut and prepare your material. Some sewing machines are available, but students are encouraged to bring their own if possible. Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. January 22 through March 5 Linda Foote, Instructor Class limit: 10 AA200-1 Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. March 19 through April 30 Linda Foote, Instructor Class limit: 10 AA200-2
JEWELRY FOR A SMALL STUDIO TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35
MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 Outfitting a studio for making metal jewelry can be a daunting and expensive proposition, but there are many jewelry techniques that can be pursued in a small home studio with minimal equipment. Explore techniques in bead jewelry making and metal jewelry making that lend themselves to home studios. Techniques include wire clasps and findings, knotting beads, making chain from jump rings and handmade wire links, piercing with a jeweler’s saw, using cold-connections to join metal or produce non-soldered settings for cabochon stones. Information about tools, equipment and raw materials will be included with interactive design discussion. No prior jewelry making experience is required. Monday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. January 27 through March 17 Lisa Oristian, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA106-5
MAKING JEWELRY PERSONAL TUITION: $140/LAB FEE: $35 MEMBER: $126/LAB FEE: $35 Take that special something— a beautiful feather, butterfly wing, scrap of a love letter or special photograph— and turn it into a piece of jewelry. In this class design ideas are explored so students can construct their very personal pieces of jewelry to showcase their precious objects. Classes will focus on consideration of design and selecting materials that best allow the personal object to be worn as jewelry. No prior jewelry making experience is required. Monday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 24 through May 5 Lisa Oristian, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA106-6
14 WEEK
January 21 through May 5 Must be 18 years or older to register for adult classes
CLASSES FOR ADULTS STUDIO PAINTING All Levels
TUITION: $275 MEMBER: $247.50 This class is designed to accommodate beginners and experienced painters and encourage each artist’s intentions and personal development. Investigate painting as a craft as well as a form of expression. Students will develop their painting skills and learn how to analyze and talk about art through critiques and discussions. Thursday 9 a.m. to Noon January 23 through May 1 Chris Cirillo, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA102-1
PAINTING FROM THE LANDSCAPE All levels
TUITION: $275 MEMBER: $247.50 Beginning and advanced students paint outdoor landscapes on location (weather permitting). Painting demonstrations and individualized instruction are featured. Indoor studio lessons will be offered on rainy days. Students must provide their own transportation for class field trips. Tuesday 1 to 4 p.m. January 21 through April 29 Annette Gurdo, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA102-2
PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS TUITION: $275
MEMBER: $247.50 This course provides a structured program to instruct beginning painters who long to dabble in colors, the art of color mixing, painting techniques, and composition. This class is a fun and informative introduction to being a painter. Water-based acrylic paints are encouraged. Monday 9 a.m. to Noon January 27 through May 5 Sandra DeVisser, Instructor Class limit: 15 AA102-4 Monday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. January 27 through May 5 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 15 AA102-5
NARRATIVES IN DRAWING All Levels
TUITION: $275 MEMBER: $247.50 Tell a story with your drawings. This class will examine strategies for the creation and explorations of drawings based in a narrative. Each student will work on developing a personal project through a series of studies and preparatory drawings into a more complex finalized product. Historic and contemporary solutions to sequential and single-image narratives will be looked at throughout the semester. Wednesday 9 a.m. to Noon January 22 through April 30 Daria Souvorova, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 15 AA101-5
INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY,
Black & white, color & digital
All levels TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $90 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $90 Students develop their skills through investigation of traditional black-and-white or color photography, and look into the growing possibilities of digital photography. Wednesday 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Eric Mishalanie, Instructor Class limit: 12 AA105-1
BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Beginners
TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70 Advance your photographic skills and increase your ability to get the most out of your digital camera, and learn what it means to work in a digital classroom. Students are required to provide their own digital camera. Tuesday 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. January 21 through April 29 Eric Mishalanie, Instructor Class limit: 10 AA120-1
14 WEEK
CLASSES FOR ADULTS SCULPTURE, INTRODUCTION TO THE WELDED FORM All Levels
(For Students 18 years and older)
TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70 Basic skills in metalworking and electric arc welding are only the beginning of how you will learn to make this rigid material conform to your creativity. Discussions will cover other aspects of metalworking such as forming, cold connections, and finishing, as well as examining concepts of scale, kinetics and design. Wednesday 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Paul Valdez, Instructor Class limit: 10 AA107-1
INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY,
Throwing For Beginners
TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $75 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $75 This course covers beginning levels of throwing fundamentals. In a creative, positive community atmosphere students will develop the skills, dexterity, and coordination required to use the potter’s wheel as one tool of the ceramic forming process. Students will be introduced to handbuilding and various ceramic techniques, processes and aesthetics in a contemporary, social and historical context. The fundamentals of the firing and glazing processes will also be explored. Nominal firing fees will be charged. Tuesday 1 to 4 p.m. January 21 through April 29 Veronica Byun, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 12 AA104-5
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED POTTERY TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $75
MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $75 Explore various throwing techniques, functional design and surface treatments. Advanced students may pursue projects of their own choosing with instructional guidance. Nominal firing fees will be charged. Tuesday 6 to 9 p.m. January 21 through April 29 Bryan McGrath, Professor Class limit: 12 AA104-1 Wednesday 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Bryan McGrath, Professor Class limit: 12 AA104-2
Thursday 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. January 23 through May 1 Bryan McGrath, Professor Class limit: 12 AA104-3
ARCHITECTURAL CERAMICS
All Levels TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $75 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $75 Engage in ideas focused on spatial relationships, as they exist in architectural settings. The processes of handbuilding, especially utilizing slabs for tile patterning and press molding for multiple repetitive pattern making, will be the primary modes of construction. Aspects of drawing and model making will be stressed as preliminary studies for installation. Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Veronica Byun, Artist-in-Residence Class limit: 12 AA104-4
JEWELRY/METALS
Our modern studio allows students to learn a wide variety of jewelry making techniques by providing all necessary hand tools and equipment. Students are required to purchase all metal needed and some expendable supplies including sandpaper solder and saw blades, available at the School of Art reception desk. Adult students enrolled in 6 week jewelry classes only can also take advantage of three-hour Saturday labs to continue working on their projects independently. There is no additional fee to attend these labs. There will be at least 10 labs throughout the semester and a schedule will be announced during the first week of class.
BEGINNING JEWELRY Prerequisite: None
TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70 Learn basic techniques through demonstrations and projects. Techniques include sawing, piercing, texturing, riveting, soldering and bezel setting cabochon stones. This class requires extensive use of hand tools, machinery and torches. Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes must be worn. No previous jewelry experience required. Tuesday 6 to 9 p.m. January 21 through April 29 Chris Irick, Professor Class limit: 15 AA106-1
INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE JEWELRY Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry JEWELRY TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70
Intermediate:
This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the 14-week beginning level jewelry class and are ready to learn a variety of new techniques. Demonstrations will focus on enameling, surface development, etching, and soldered and fused chains. Students will have plenty of time to practice new techniques and make jewelry of their own design incorporating these techniques.
Advanced:
Advanced students will create projects of their own design and continue to expand skills and get practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations will depend upon the needs of the students for their individual projects. Wednesday 12 to 3 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Chris Irick, Professor Class limit: 15 AA106-2
MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70 This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the 14-week beginning level jewelry class and are ready to learn a variety of new techniques. Demonstrations will focus on enameling, surface development, etching, and soldered and fused chains. Students will have plenty of time to practice new techniques and make jewelry of their own design incorporating these techniques. Wednesday 6 to 9 p.m. January 22 through April 30 Chris Irick, Professor Class limit: 15 AA106-3
ADVANCED JEWELRY Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry and two semesters of Intermediate Jewelry TUITION: $275/LAB FEE: $70 MEMBER: $247.50/LAB FEE: $70 Advanced students will create projects of their own design and continue to expand skills and get practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations will depend upon the needs of the students for their individual projects. Thursday 6 to 9 p.m. January 23 through May 1 Chris Irick, Professor Class limit: 15 AA106-4
KIDS/TEEN DANCE About the
dance Classes
Students to Age 19 • Begin January 21 - See academic calendar REGISTRATION: December 18, 2013 through January 27, 2014
The School of Art provides a broad, community-based dance program with classes ranging from dance appreciation to a pre-professional curriculum. Classes for children, teens and adults are offered in ballet, jazz, tap and modern dance. A pre-ballet introduction to dance for younger students covers the basics of movement and music. Fundamentals of ballet and jazz give students the necessary foundation to begin pursuing more complicated and refined elements of dance.
About Performing
All ballet students and pre-ballet, fundamental, primary and level 1, and Jazz/Tap fundamental and level 1, are invited to perform in the Annual Student Performance at MVCC May 3, 2014 at 4 p.m. All ballet and Jazz/Tap students in Levels 2 and above are invited to perform in the Spring Dance Concert at Hamilton College, May 29 - June 1, 2014. Participation is not required, however, preparations for the performances takes place during class. Additional rehearsals will be added as needed. What to wear and other information on line at www.mwpai.org/dance DANCE CLASS
Day/Time
Course Number
Tuition
Start/End
PRE-BALLET (ages 4-5 must be 4 by January 1)
Saturday 9-10 a.m.
CD097-1
$190
1/18-5/3
FUNDAMENTAL BALLET 5+
Saturday 9-10 a.m.
CD098-1
$190
1/18-5/3
PRIMARY BALLET
Monday 3:45-5:15 p.m.
CD099-1
$200
1/13-5/3
BALLET 1
Saturday 10 -11:30 a.m.
CD101-1
$200
1/18-5/3
DANCE CLASS
Day/Time
Course Number
Tuition
Start/End
BALLET 2 (Must take 2x’s weekly)
Monday 3:45-5:15 p.m. Saturday 10-11:30 a.m.
CD102-1 CD102-2
$255 $255
1/13-5/26 1/18-5/31
BALLET 3* (Attends Ballet 3x’s weekly, Jazz/Tap 1x)
Monday 5:15-6:45 p.m. Thursday 3:45-5:30 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
CD103-1 CD103-2 CD103-3
$255 $265 $270
1/13-5/26 1/16-5/29 1/18-5/31
BALLET 4* (Attends Ballet 3x’s weekly, Jazz/Tap 1x)
Monday 5:15-6:45 p.m. Thursday 3:45-5:30 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
CD104-1 CD104-2 CD104-3
$255 $265 $270
1/13-5/26 1/16-5/29 1/18-5/31
BALLET 5 (Attends Ballet 3x’s weekly, Jazz/Tap 1x)
Monday 5:15-7:00 p.m. Wednesday 6-7:45 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
CD105-1 CD105-2 CD105-3
$265 $270 $270
1/13-5/26 1/15-5/28 1/18-5/31
BALLET 6 (Attends Ballet 3x’s weekly, Jazz/Tap 1x)
Monday 6:45-8:45 p.m. Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday 1:45-4:00 p.m.
CD106-1 CD106-2 CD106-3
$270 $270 $270
1/13-5/26 1/16-5/29 1/18-5/31
BALLET 7 (Attends Ballet 4x’s weekly, Jazz/Tap 1x)
Monday 6:45-8:45 p.m. Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday 3:45-6 p.m. Saturday 1:45-4:00 p.m.
CD107-1 CD107-2 CD107-3 CD107-4
$270 $270 $270 $270
1/13-5/26 1/16-5/29 1/17-5/30 1/18-5/31
All Jazz/Tap Level 1 and above must also attend Ballet DANCE CLASS
Day/Time
Course Number
Tuition
FUNDAMENTAL JAZZ AND TAP (Age 6+)
Friday 4-6 p.m.
CD110-1
$225
1/10-5/2
JAZZ/TAP 1 (Taken with Ballet)
Tuesday 4-6 p.m.
CD110-2
$225
1/7-4/29
JAZZ/TAP 2 (Taken with Ballet)
Wednesday 3:45-6 p.m.
CD120-1
$285
1/8-5/28
JAZZ/TAP 3 (Taken with Ballet)
Wednesday 3:45-6 p.m.
CD130-1
$285
1/8-5/28
JAZZ/TAP 4 (Taken with Ballet)
Tuesday 4-6:30 p.m.
CD140-1
$315
1/7-5/27
JAZZ/TAP JUNIOR WORKSHOP (Taken with Ballet)
Tuesday 5:30-8:30 p.m.
CD160-1
$340
1/7-5/27
JAZZ/TAP SENIOR WORKSHOP (Taken with Ballet)
Wednesday 6-9 p.m.
CD170-1
$340
1/8-5/28
JAZZ/TAP JR/SR/ PERFORMANCE CLASS
Thursday 3:45-5:30 p.m.
CD170-2
$285
1/9-5/29
Reminder: Students can expect to be at each level two to three years.
Start/End
SPRING DANCE
CONCERTS
AT HAMILTON COLLEGE MAY 29 - JUNE 1, 2014
All ballet students in Levels 2 and above and all Jazz/Tap students in Level 2 and above are invited to perform in the Spring Dance Concerts. Participation is not required, however, preparations for the performances takes place during class. Additional rehearsals will be added as needed.
TEEN/ADULT DANCE Registration begins December 18* 315∙797∙8260
For additional information and what to wear go to: MWPAI.org/dance Jazz/Tap begins January 7 • Ballet begins January 13
Adult/Teen
dance Classes
DANCE CLASS
Day/Time
Course Number
Tuition
Start/End
BALLET-BEGINNING
Thursday 7:30-8:45 p.m.
AD501-1
$240
1/16-5/1
BALLET INTERMEDIATE
Monday7-8:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30-9 p.m.
AD502-1 AD502-2
$200 $200
1/13-4/28 1/16-5/1
JAZZ-INTERMEDIATE
Tuesday 8:15-9:45 p.m.
AD520-1
$210
1/7-4/29
TAP-INTERMEDIATE
Tuesday 7-8 p.m.
AD620-2
$200
1/7-4/29
JAZZ-ADVANCED
Wednesday 7-9 p.m.
CD170-3
$285
1/8-5/28
TAP-ADVANCED
Wednesday 6-7 p.m.
CD170-4
$255
1/8-5/28
CANCELLATION
It the event of cancellation, announcements will be made on the following: MWPAI website- home page Automated phone message system School of Art reception desk TELEVISION STATIONS: WKTV, WUTR RADIO STATIONS: WIBX, WFRG, WLZW, WODZ, WOUR, KISS FM, Mix 102.5
MAKEUP CLASSES
We do not offer makeup classes for children’s classes and teen classes, it is not an option with classroom usage and space designation between the college program and other CAE classes.
SPRING CALENDAR 2014 Art Classes Semester Begins
January 21
Last Day to Register
January 27 *2nd 7-week sessions last day to register: Prior to 2nd scheduled class
No Classes
March 10 - March 15
Semester Ends
May 6
MUNSON-WILLIAMS-PROCTOR ARTS INSTITUTE
has a policy of non-discrimination, which assures that students are accepted fairly, and without discriminatory regard for sex, race, national origin, color, religion, age, disability or sexual orientation. Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a not-for-profit educational corporation, which in furtherance of its purposes and objectives, endeavors to publicize the work and achievements of its students, faculty, staff and alumni. In connection with these efforts the Institute reserves the right to release appropriate information and to take photographs, motion pictures, or videotape of students, faculty, staff and alumni, and their work, and to use and distribute these materials in any form or format in furtherance of the Institute’s purpose and objectives.
MWPAI INSTRUCTORS may, with the approval of the Dean, dismiss from class or refuse enrollment to any attendee
who is disruptive or uncooperative or whose skills are advanced beyond the level of instruction of a particular class or section.
REFUND POLICY:
• A full refund of tuition and lab fee will be granted for Community Arts Education classes or workshops when a class is canceled or the Office of the Registrar receives an official withdrawal form from a student prior to the first scheduled class meeting. • After the start of Community Arts Education classes and workshops pro-rated tuition and lab fee will be refunded based off of the last day of attendance and/or date the official withdrawal form is received by the registrar. • If a student withdraws after the third scheduled class, no refund will be granted, unless it is a medical emergency accompanied by a doctor’s note. • Registration fees are not refundable. • This refund policy covers withdrawals for any reasons including injury, illness or family emergencies. Refunds take four weeks to process. Refunds are issued in the form of a check, which is mailed directly to the student’s home address. In case of credit card payment, refunds are applied directly to the credit card account. * Official Cause Withdrawal Forms can be found on-line www.mwpai.org or at the School of Art reception desk. Please note: This catalog must be considered as informational and not binding on the Institute. MWPAI reserves the right to make changes in the information printed in this catalog without prior notice.
Dance Classes Dance Classes Begin Jazz/Tap Ballet
January 7 January 13
Last Day to Register
January 27
No Classes
February 17 -22 April 14 -19
Dance Classes End
See individual course
Annual Spring Dance Concert
May 29 - June 1
Technical Rehearsal
May 27-28
Performances
May 29- June 1, 2014
Annual Student Performance
May 3, 2014 at 4 p.m. at MVCC
REGISTRATION FORM • Phone 315-797-8260 • Fax 797-9349
REGISTRATION: December 18 through January 27 -Registration for second 7-week sessions will remain open until March 24
NAME: Student Name
Date of Birth (required; if under 18 years)
Name of Parent or Guardian (Kids/Teen Class)
CLASSES: Class Code
Class
Day/Time
Class Code
Class
Day/Time
Class Code
Class
Day/Time
Class Code
Class
Day/Time
MAILING ADDRESS: House Number / Street City Daytime Phone Number
State Zip
Evening Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address *please provide to receive MWPAI Information* Are you a current (with card) member of Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute?
❏ Yes ❏ No
TUITION: Total Tuition (excluding lab fees) $ Deduct Tuition Discount Here
—
Subtotal $ Total Lab Fees (Not included in tuition discount) + $10 Registration Fee per student ( ) @ $10 ea.
=
Total Amount Due
$
(Registration Fee is non-refundable)
❏ Check enclosed. Make check payable to: MWPAI School of Art ❏ Visa ❏ MasterCard ❏ American Express ❏ Discover Card Number Expiration Date
TUITION DISCOUNT INFORMATION Two discounts maximum per Family/Household Membership per semester when more than one family member takes a class. If You Are Unsure Of The Total Amount Due, Please Phone The School Of Art 797-8260 To Confirm Before Mailing Your Registration And Check.