FALL 2016
SCHOOL of ART
classes for adults, teens + kids
315.797.8260
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MWPAI community art classes and workshops
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Office Hours Mon – Fri 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Office School of Art 1200 State Street Utica, NY 13502
Design + Illustration 5 Drawing + Painting 6 Ceramics 8
Mail School of Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute 310 Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502
Jewelry + Metals 10 Photography + Video 12 Printmaking + Book Arts 14 Sculpture 15 Teens 16
Phone 315.797.8260
Young Artists 18 Kids 20
Email MunsonClasses@mwpai.org
Web www.mwpai.org/learn
Faculty 22 Calendar 26 Scholarships 27
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STUDENT BENEFITS The Art Reference Library is located in the Academic Building on the corner of State and Henry Streets, Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 pm, Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., and closed on Sunday. Info at (315) 797-0000, ext. 2123 The PrattMWP Campus Store is located in the Student Center at 1216 State St. Our store carries a full range of art supplies, personal items, and PrattMWP merchandise. BECOME A MEMBER MWPAI membership has many benefits including discounted classes at the School of Art, free entrance to all museum exhibitions, and access to the school’s Art Reference and Music Library. Visit MWPAI.org and click on SUPPORT for all of the membership details. ON THE COVER: Marnie Blount-Gowan, Screenprinting
MISSION
Meet Our
2016/17 Artists-In-Residence
The Mission of the School of Art is to provide excellent instruction and the facilities for the creation, exhibition and aesthetic appreciation of the visual arts.
Learn video with Eeva PAGE 12
Check out Brianna’s Design class PAGE 5
Each year, two artists are awarded the opportunity to live, work and teach on the MWPAI campus for an academic year. We are thrilled to have Brianna Miller (design) and Eeva Siivonen (video) in our creative community this year. Look for special programming, new classes, joint exhibition, and artists talks. AIR EXHIBITION
March 3 - 31, 2017
OPENING RECEPTION
March 3 , 2017 4–6p.m.
held at the School of Art Gallery
The Artists-In-Residence (AIR) program is made possible with the generous support of Francis and Ruth Pugliese.
AUDIO MWPAI offers classes and workshops for beginners and accomplished artists. Students enrolled at the School of Art create in a studio environment that honors the fine arts tradition while exploring the rich potential of contemporary art and design.
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Materials lists for each adult class are distributed upon registration. Adult students provide additional supplies unless otherwise stated
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SOUND CHECK: INTRO TO LIVE MUSIC AUDIO
Ages 16 + / Beginner / Mitch Eckler
Harness the power of audio equipment and learn the technical art of mixing sound for musical performances. Instructor Mitch Eckler is the technical director for the MWPAI Performing Arts program and a professional session drummer who understands how venues and ambiance affect sound. Students are introduced to hardware, how to organize a mix, determine levels, and add effects in a classroom setting before mixing a live session at the end of the course. THURSDAYS, SEPT 29 – NOV 17, 6 - 7:30 p.m. 8 classes / 12 contact hours / AA109-1 Non-member: 100 Member: 80
artist in residence
ADULT ART CLASSES
ZINE DESIGN + PRODUCTION
Ages 16+ / All Levels / Brianna Miller, Artist in Residence Let the fundamentals of graphic design merge with art while creating your own ‘zine’, a self published magazine or pamphlet. This class teaches desirable Adobe Suite digital design programs (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign) in combination with scanning, editing, hand drawing, collage, and photocopying that can carry into any future design project. General typography and methods of binding are also covered. Zines range from informative to visual works of art. At the end of the course, students have gained design skills, produced a zine, and have an opportunity to swap and share mass-produced copies. SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 - DEC 17, 9 A.M. - NOON 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA140-1 Non-member: 355 Member: 335
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NARRATIVE ILLUSTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Caitlyn Knepka
Narrative illustration comes in many styles. Students will create lively children’s books working in various mediums including watercolor and hand drawing. Studio discussions will explore books that have been awarded the annual Caldecott Medal (most distinguished American picture book for children) and talk about what makes their illustrations winners. Learn what it takes to publish your own children’s book. SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – NOON 6 classes / 18 contact hours / code AA140-2 Non-Member: 150 Member: 130
DESIGN + ILLUSTRATION
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DRAWING + PAINTING
DRAWING 101
Ages 18+ / Beginners / Annette Gurdo This course is structured for first-timers and those wishing to brush up on technique. Students begin with the basic elements of drawing – line, gesture, mark, mass, shape, value and texture – with emphasis on observation from life and the building blocks of great composition. Drawings generated in this class will hone and improve skills needed for other art mediums, particularly painting. Material list provided upon registration. MONDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA101-4 Non-member: 290 Member: 270
FIGURE DRAWING
Ages 18+ / All levels / Annette Gurdo Interacting and translating the human form to image has been an impassioned artistic impluse since prehistory. This evening class explores gesture drawing, contour drawing, and other methods of recording a direct response to the figure on paper. A nude model will be used. Student required materials list provided. High school students under 18 may enroll with consent form from parent or guardian. SESSION I: TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 – OCT 25, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-2 Non-member: 145 Member: 135
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SESSION II: TUESDAYS, NOV 1– DEC 13, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. 6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA101-3 Non-member: 145 Member: 135
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PAINTING TECHNIQUES FOR BEGINNERS
Ages 18+ / Beginner / Sandra DeVisser
This course provides an excellent painting foundation through a structured program designed for beginning students. Projects focusing on composition and design, color mixing and essential painting techniques will be investigated. Acrylic paints are preferred. MONDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 9 a.m. - NOON 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-3 Non-member: 290 Member: 270
INTRO TO OIL PAINTING PORTRAITURE
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich
In executing a portrait painting, the artist strives to depict the inner essence of the subject. Students are introduced to portrait painting by working from a live model and learning basic drawing techniques necessary for a preparatory sketch to then transfer and complete an oil painting. Students will complete a finished painting and gain a wealth of knowledge for exploring classical oil painting techniques. Student required materials list provided. WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 – DEC 14, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-4 Non-member: 290 Member: 270
LANDSCAPE PAINTING
Ages 18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo The class is focused on landscape painting from images and nature. Painting en plein aire (in plain air) will be offered at the beginning of the course, weather permitting, The latter half of the semester delves into studio work from images and sketches. Individualized painting instruction and demonstrations in watercolor, acrylic, oils or pastels are featured. Materials list provided. TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 1 - 4 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-2 Non-member: 290 Member: 270
URBAN PLEIN AIR PAINTING
Ages 18 + / All Levels / Yulia Levkovich Artist and instructor Yulia Levkovich leads this class on an exploration of Utica as urban landscape in oil, acrylic, or watercolor. Students will create authentic and vivid representations of Utica’s dynamic streetscapes. The first class takes place in the studio. Students provide their own supplies and transportation. Materials list provided. SATURDAYS, SEPT 17 - OCT 22, 1 - 4 p.m. 6 classes / 18 contact hours / code AA102-8 Non-Member: 150 Member: 130
STUDIO PAINTING
Ages 18 + / All Levels / Chris Cirillo This class is designed to accommodate beginners and experienced painters and encourage each artist’s intentions and personal development as they 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. Materials list provided upon registration.
MASTER COPY CLASS @ THE MUSEUM OF ART
Ages 18 + / Intermediate-Advanced / Yulia Levkovich
Celebrates intensive technical study, problem solving, and dialogue with artists and artworks of the past. Through this tradition of close observation of a masterpiece, artists will receive personalized instruction in oils and the unique opportunity to utilize artworks from the MWPAI collection. Some previous knowledge of oils is required. A materials list will be provided. First two classes take place in the School of Art studio building before moving to the museum galleries. Materials list provided. WEDNESDAY, SEPT 21 - DEC 14, 1 – 4 p.m. 12 classes/ 36 contact hours / AA102-6 Non-member: 300 Member: 280
MONDAY NIGHT PAINTING
Ages 18+ / Beginner-Intermediate / Al Shaw Take advantage of great Monday evening studio class to brush up on various techniques with a focus on developing basic concepts and composition. MONDAYS, SEPT 19 – DEC 12, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-7 Non-Member: 290 Member: 270
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THURSDAYS, SEPT 22 - DEC 16, 9 a.m. - NOON 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA102-1 Non-member: 290 Member: 270
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CERAMICS The pottery studio encompasses 3,500 square feet of the historic Ceramics and Sculpture Studio Building. Equipment includes a dozen electric wheels, a slab roller, extruder, mixers, electric kilns, and a Bailey Car kiln. The anagama and salt kiln shed is the hub for workshops and for learning the fundamentals of wood firing. Students utilize the Vincent R. Clemente Ceramic Resource Room. OPEN STUDIO Ceramic and pottery students may take advantage of Open Studio Hours in the Ceramic Studio on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These hours are only available for the duration of the course.
INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY: THROWING FOR BEGINNERS
Ages 18+ / Beginner / Veronica Byun
You have always wanted to learn pottery, so start by developing the skills, dexterity, and coordination required to use the potter’s wheel as a tool of the ceramic-forming process. Students are introduced to various techniques including handbuilding and throwing. Aesthetics are developed in a contemporary, social, and historical context while also exploring the fundamental process of firing and glazing. Tuition includes clay and glaze. Reasonable firing fees are charged based on volume of work produced. A starter kit of tools may be purchased at the School of Art. WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 - DEC 14, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-5 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED POTTERY
Ages 18+ / Intermediate Advanced / Veronica Byun This course covers various throwing techniques, functional design, and surface treatments through demos and personalized instruction. Advanced students may pursue projects of their own choosing with instructional guidance. Reasonable firing fees are charged based on volume of work produced. Prerequisite: Intro to Pottery and/or instructor permission to enroll. TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-2 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
THURSDAYS, SEPT 22 - DEC 15, 1 - 4 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-4 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
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CERAMIC SCULPTURE
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Veronica Byun There is more to creating beautiful and functional ceramic pieces than throwing on the wheel. This class explores the extensive range of sculptural possibilities of clay through hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling, slab construction, extruding and press mold. Students can transform found shapes, images or objects, utilizing concepts gathered from cultural icons and contemporary art. Tuition includes clay and glaze. Reasonable firing fees charged based on volume of work produced. TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 1 - 4 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-5 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
FIRING TICKETS When students are ready to fire, finished pieces are measured by volume and students are able to purchase reasonably priced firing tickets at the School of Art reception desk.
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WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 - DEC 14, 1 - 4 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA104-3 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
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JEWELRY + METALS
MWPAI’s jewelry studio is professionally equipped with a wide variety of equipment to support beginning through advanced techniques and processes. This includes an extensive array of hand tools; drills; buffing machines and tumblers; a hydraulic press; rolling mills; etching tank; casting and enameling equipment; metal forms; six soldering stations, each equipped with a gas/air torch and annealing station. Students can conveniently purchase non-ferrous metal (copper, brass, and silver) and consumable supplies (saw blades, solder and sandpaper) for classes right from the School of Art reception desk.
BEGINNING JEWELRY
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Ages 18+ / Beginner
Learn basic techniques through demonstrations and projects. Techniques include sawing, piercing, texturing, riveting, chain making, soldering and bezel setting cabochon stones. Students can utilize class and lab time to practice techniques and make finished pieces of jewelry. This class requires use of hand tools, machinery and torches. Appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes must be worn. The starter materials kit is purchased at the School of Art Reception desk. MONDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-2 / Lisa Oristian Non-member: 375 Member: 355
NEW TIME
TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 - DEC 13, 1 - 4 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-1 / Shannon Stockbridge Non-member: 375 Member: 355
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OPEN STUDIO Adult jewelry students may take advantage of designated open lab time on Saturday mornings to continue working independently at no additional cost while currently enrolled in a 6 or 12 week course. A lab schedule will be distributed at the beginning of the class.
RING CASTING
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge Whether crafting a charm for a loved one or shaping a ring for personal adornment, this six-session class in the jewelry studio is all about creating BLING! Learn the timeless process of lost wax casting to craft a finished ring of an original design. Explore a variety of wax carving, sculpting, and finishing techniques, ultimately casting bronze or silver rings in the vacuum casting machine. This course is ideal for an introduction to jewelry or those looking to refine their casting skills. TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 - OCT 25 , 6 - 9 p.m. 6 Classes / 18 contact hours / AA106-5 Non-member: 185 Member: 165
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FRESH JEWELRY WITH NON-TRADITIONAL MATERIALS
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Shannon Stockbridge
Make ultra-modern jewelry with non-traditional materials. Experiment with wood, plastics, resin, cement fabrics, and collected objects to create contemporary elements for jewelry that goes above and beyond metals. Students have time in class to create samples of new materials/techniques demonstrated and the opportunity to combine these into a final statement piece. Total beginners to experienced jewelers both will enjoy the professional studio and diverse techniques. TUESDAYS, NOV 1 - DEC 13, 6 - 9 p.m. 6 Classes / 18 contact hours / AA106-6 Non-member: 185 Member: 165
INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED JEWELRY
This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the 12-week beginning level jewelry class and are ready to learn a variety of new techniques and practical advice from a professional metalsmith. Technical demonstrations may include working with non-traditional materials, surface development including etching, stone setting, die forming, hollowware and casting or enameling. Students should come prepared to fabricate jewelry of their own design and concept. Prerequisite: Beginning Jewelry. THURSDAYS, SEPT 22 - DEC 15, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA106-3 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
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Ages 18+ / Intermediate Advanced / Chris Irick
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WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: THE FALL PALETTE
18 + / All Levels / Annette Gurdo
Explore falls vibrant colors in this one afternoon workshop. Students gain a better understanding of watercolor medium, color mixing, and color theory concepts through the seasonal palette. SATURDAY, OCT 22, 1 - 6 p.m. 1 session / 5 contact hours / code WK102-8 Non-member: 75 Member: 65
PHOTOGRAPHY + VIDEO
Photography classes are held in the School of Art Studio Building. Digital photography processing equipment includes Mac computers with the latest Adobe Software, photo printers, and scanners. Video classes are taught in the Academic Building 4D computer lab.
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INTRO TO CREATIVE VIDEO PRODUCTION
Ages 18+ / Beginners / Eeva Siivonen, Artist in Residence This class is an excellent introduction to video production through techniques and processes taught on state of the art computers and editing programs. Students will capture footage for assignments on a variety of their own digital devices and bring into the studio to learn skills in video recording, editing techniques and a basic introduction to programs such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and After Effects. Studio time will revolve around watching examples, learning software, and working on course assignments. In class discussions focus on generating ideas, understanding observations and experiences of the world around you, and how to reflect those thoughts in a video format. THURSDAYS, SEPT 22 – DEC 15, 6 – 9 P.M. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA150-1 Non-member: 355 Member: 335
BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Ages 18+ / Beginner / Eric Mishalanie
Digital photography is a powerful medium with infinite possibilities. Learn the fundamentals of digital photography from the technical aspects of camera and lens operation to the artistry of composition. Moreover, creatively develop and print images in the digital darkroom using Photoshop CS6. Whether fine art, portraiture, event photography, product styling, or family photos, this course provides the focused instruction to help realize the student’s artistic vision. Students are required to provide their own digital camera. WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 - DEC 14, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA120-1 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
WORKSHOP: PROCESSING + PRINTING DIGITAL PHOTOS
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Eric Mishalanie
Learn how to professionally format, correct, and produce a high-quality digital print. Bring your photo files and questions to this rewarding one-afternoon workshop in MWPAI’s modern photography studio and walk away with prints ready to frame. SATURDAY, OCT 15, NOON – 5 p.m. 1 session / 5 contact hours / WK105-2 Non-member: 65 Member: 55
WORKSHOP: STUDIO PORTRAITS + LIGHTING
Shoot portraits better than the rest! Learn how to stage and light a studio portrait in this intensive one-afternoon workshop. Participants get hands-on practice with lighting variations, camera settings, background, angles, and composition. At the end of the session, students will have knowledge of the basic equipment needed to set up their own studio sessions. Bringing your own DSLR camera is suggested but not required. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, NOON – 5 p.m. 1 sessions / 5 contact hours / WK105-1 Non-member: 55 Member: 45
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Ages 18+ / Beginner / Eric Mishalanie
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PRINTMAKING + BOOK ARTS FALL 2016 Register Now mwpai.org/learn
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The printmaking facilities encompass 1,200 square feet and are equipped to explore multiple print processes from screen printing to bookmaking, lithography to monoprint. NEW
SCREENTACULAR: INTRO TO SCREEN PRINTING
Ages 18+ / All Levels / Madeline Bartley
Revel in the versatile production of your own screen prints. Screen printing is a relatively simple medium that generates rich and colorful images in fine art prints, graphics, illustrations, and handmade goods. Images can be made from a cast of techniques including hand-drawn separations, photographic film, digital separations, photocopies, as well as, experimental processes. Students learn from instructor demos and gain tips and tricks to mixing inks and coating screens. Discover the glamour of producing multiple prints on paper, walk away with a portfolio of your own, as well as a collection of others! Materials list provided. MONDAYS, SEPT 19 - DEC 12, 6 - 9 P.M. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA103-5 Non-member: 355 Member: 335
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PAPERMAKING + BOOKBINDING
Ages 18 + / All Levels / Rachel Bartunek Learn the process of boutique bookmaking in this six-week course. Students collectively process pulp into paper, then experiment molding fibrous, upcycled, deconstructed, and natural materials to produce unique, high-quality papers which are used to create several personalized handmade books. Students will learn to design simple books and gain knowledge of multiple bindings, structures, and forms, and intricate finished books of unique papers. Materials list provided. TUESDAYS, OCT 11 - NOV 15, 6 - 9 p.m. 6 classes / 18 contact hours / AA103-6 Non-Member: 185 Member: 165
WORKSHOP: HAND LETTERING + CONTEMPORARY CALLIGRAPHY
Ages 18 + / All Levels / Rachel Bartunek
Beautiful handwriting is not needed to design and create a beautiful approach to nontraditional lettering. Learn to pencil sketch, trace, and ink a favorite quote in this four-hour workshop. Gain the skills to demonstrate visual hierarchies in text, illustrate letters with confidence, and create dynamic compositions. Materials and calligraphy kit are included in tuition. SATURDAY, DEC 3, 9 A.M. - 1 p.m. 1 session / 4 contact hours / WK300-2 Non-member: 45 Member: 40
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SCULPTURE
INTERESTED IN METAL CASTING?
Sculpture classes are held in the Ceramics and Sculpture Studio Building in 3,000 square feet of facilities for wood, metal, plaster, and mold making. NEW
FIGURE SCULPTURE
Ages 18+ / All Levels /Christi Harrington
WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 - DEC 14, 6 - 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107-1 Non-member: 330 Member: 310
FURNITURE 101: WOOD, JOINTS, + FINISHES
Ages 18+ / Beginners / Jon Taylor
“Beauty is the harmony of function and form.” - Alvar Aalto. This class is an introduction to the fundamental skills necessary to produce wood furniture. Students will become familiar with the safe use of hand and power tools while exploring various joinery techniques, design, finishes, and efficient planning of a furniture project. Each student will build a custom bench during class with an emphasis placed on guiding and preparing students for their own designs and projects beyond this course. Materials and tool list provided upon registration. This class or prior woodworking knowledge is a prerequisite for FURNITURE 102 offered in the Winter Session. WEDNESDAYS, SEPT 21 – DEC 14, 6 – 9 p.m. 12 classes / 36 contact hours / AA107-2 Non-member: 375 Member: 355
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Learn to elegantly represent the human gesture, mass, structure and surface form in three-dimensional space. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to figure sculpture, working in oil clay and water clay from a nude model. Students position armature and understand clay application processes. Anatomy and proportion are covered, as well as surface modeling techniques for bringing a figure study to completion. This class is great for beginners, experienced, and those looking to improve figurative work in any media. Materials list provided.
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TEENS Whether teens have an academic goal in mind or are looking for sheer exploration, taking a class at MWPAI is for ideal. The professional facilities and specialty classes are a window into art school and an excellent component within a well-rounded art education. TEEN DRAWING + PAINTING
Ages 13 - 17 / All Levels / Sandra DeVisser This is the perfect class for teens who want to seriously improve their art game. Advance your skills and meet others 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. Supplies are provided. Limited to 15 students. SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 – DEC 17, 9 - 11:30 a.m. 12 classes / 30 contact hours / TA101-1 Non-member: 310 Member: 290
COLLEGE PREP PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
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Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors / All Levels
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Aspiring art students applying to colleges will need to present an exceptional portfolio for evaluation. This assessment is important in determining the level of merit scholarship each student receives. Students are instructed in essential drawing skills to strengthen their ability in translating the three-dimensional world on a two- dimensional surface. Students are prepared for a portfolio review with universal terms to communicate and present their best work. Supplies provided. Limited to 12 students. TUESDAYS, SEPT 20 – DEC 13, 6 - 8 p.m. 12 classes / 24 contact hours / TA102-1 Non-member: 260 Member: 240
COMIC BOOK + GRAPHIC ART
Ages 13 – 17 / All Levels / Caitlyn Knepka WHOOOSH! Create your own 10-page comic book. Learn the fundamentals to creating a comic / graphic novel based on American cartoonist Scott McCloud’s book, Understanding Comics. Group discussions will delve into comics as art and form of communication while honing in on the successes of each student’s work. Limited to 12 students. SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 – OCT 29, 9:30 a.m. - NOON 6 classes / 12 contact hours / TA103-2 Non-member: 130 Member: 115
Ages 13 - 17 / Paula Caruana
Create functional relief pottery inspired by paintings of the masters! This project-based three-session workshop begins by choosing a favorite painting from art history, translating a design to clay and creating a hand built clay pot which is then fired. Students explore acrylic painting techniques on the clay surface and leave with a finished ceramic vessel! Limited to 12 students. SATURDAYS, NOV 5, 12, 19, 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. 3 classes / 7.5 contact hours / TA104-1 Non-member: 85 Member: 75
IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, students must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.
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TEEN CERAMICS WORKSHOP: MASTERWORKS IN CLAY
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YOUNG ARTISTS Pre-teens are developing their aesthetic sense and beginning to pursue ideas of more personal relevance. Classes are designed to nurture this individual development and expand the means in which they can explore their artistic gifts.
YOUNG ARTISTS DRAWING + PAINTING
Ages 9 – 12 / Sarah Kilian
Students will develop and expand on their drawing and painting skills using a wide variety of media while working from observation, memory, and imagination. Visits to the Museum of Art give students the opportunity to connect with works of art while learning about famous artists. Supplies provided. Limited to 15 students. SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-1 Non-member: 125 Member: 115 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-3 Non-member: 125 Member: 115
YOUNG ARTISTS CLAY AND SCULPTURAL MEDIA
Ages 9 – 12 / Paula Caruana
Students get to expand 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. Limited to 15 students. SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-2 Non-member: 125 Member: 115 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA103-4 Non-member: 125 Member: 115
STOP MOTION ANIMATION
Action! Students learn a range of skills while creating their own stop motion animations. From learning to operate a camera, tripod, and how the stopmotion process works to creating characters, props, scenery and sound effects. Over this six-week session, students will see artist examples, plan their own storylines, and produce several animations. Limited to 10 students. SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-1 Non-member: 125 Member: 115 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA104-2 Non-member: 125 Member: 115
PLEASE NOTE: Parents are asked to provide a snack for break time and a smock to protect clothing. All other supplies are included. IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.
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Ages 9-12 / Meghan Murphy Pagano
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KIDS Kids use art to discover their learning potential, creating and having fun as they challenge their imaginations. Saturday classes are taught by dedicated, enthusiastic instructors who respond and encourage a child’s creative spirit. ART EXPLORATIONS II, DRAWING + PAINTING
Ages 6 - 8 / Megan Atkinson
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Children develop drawing skills using a wide variety of media by learning how to work from observation, memory, and imagination while experimenting with an assortment of drawing and painting tools. Students will also learn about famous artists through trips to the Museum of Art and class presentations. Limited to 15 students.
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SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-1 Non-member: 125 Member: 115 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-3 Non-member: 125 Member: 115
ART EXPLORATIONS II, CLAY + SCULPTURAL MEDIA
Ages 6 – 8 / Kyle Pumilio
Children use a variety of media including clay and glaze, recycled materials, fibers, plaster, wire and more as they build sculptures and create non-stop. Students will learn about famous sculptors and ceramists while making art in the School of Art’s beautiful, historic ceramics studio. Limited to 15 students. SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-2 Non-member: 125 Member: 115 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 – 11:30 a.m. 6 classes / 15 contact hours / CA102-4 Non-member: 125 Member: 115
ART EXPLORATIONS I
Students engage in the process of artmaking through hands-on exploration. Discover vibrant compositions through a playful understanding of color, collage, painting, and sculpture. Children will enjoy the social interaction provided by the activities surrounding the class projects. Limited to 10 students. SESSION I: SATURDAYS, SEPT 24 –OCT 29, 9 - 10:30 a.m. 6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-1 Non-member: 78 Member: 68 SESSION II: SATURDAYS, NOV 5 – DEC 17, 9 - 10:30 a.m. 6 classes / 7.5 contact hours / CA101-2 Non-member: 78 Member: 68
PLEASE NOTE: Parents are asked to provide a snack for break time and a smock to protect clothing. All other supplies are included. IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, students must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.
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Ages 4 - 5 / Michael Giordani
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FACULTY
PROFESSORS CHRISTOPHER CIRILLO instructs design, color theory, painting, and drawing courses for PrattMWP, Mohawk Valley Community College, Empire State University and Kirkland Art Center. Chris received his MFA in visual arts from The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University and his BFA in painting and drawing from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Painting CHRIS IRICK received a BFA in metalsmithing from Texas Tech University and an MFA in metals from UMASS Dartmouth. She has taught jewelry extensively in both college and adult education programs. She is currently Professor of Metal Arts and the head of the jewelry program at PrattMWP. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Jewelery / Metals BRYAN MCGRATH joined the faculty in 1985 as head of the ceramics department. His work has been featured in A Potter’s Professional Handbook, by Steven Branfman and Studio Potter magazine. Bryan has exhibited internationally and his research travels have taken him to Japan and Ireland. Private collections include The Fred Jones Jr Museum of Art, Oklahoma University, College of Visual and Performing Arts, Syracuse University Museum of Art, and MWPAI. Pottery
INSTRUCTORS
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VERONICA JUYOUN BYUN is the Assistant Coordinator and Instructor of Ceramic Arts at MWPAI. She was born in Seoul, Korea and educated in the US, receiving her MFA from the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, R.I. and BFA from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in Alfred, N.Y. Byun was a 2013-2015 Artist in Residence. Pottery / Ceramics
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SANDRA DEVISSER has been an instructor at the School of Art since 1980 where she developed the Young Artists program. Sandra has previously taught painting and art history at SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica/Rome. She received her bachelor’s degree in Social Studies from SUNY Albany, masters from Colgate University, and was awarded a certificate in Fine Art from MWPAI. Painting / Adults / Teens ANNETTE GURDO has been actively working and exhibiting her paintings in Central NY for more than 20 years. In addition to being honored numerous commissions, her work is included in private collections throughout the Northeast. She received an Associate Degree in Fine Arts from MVCC/ Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and a BFA in Drawing & Painting at the Philadelphia College of Art. Painting / Drawing MEGHAN ATKINSON attended PrattMWP and went on to complete her BS in Visual Art Education at SUNY New Paltz with a concentration in Printmaking. She is a certified K-12 visual arts teacher working in the Syracuse school districts. Kids MADELINE BARTLEY was born in Louisville, Kentucky and attended Murray State University where she received her B.F.A. in printmaking and drawing. She will earn her M.F.A. from Syracuse University’s College of Visual Performing Arts in 2016. Madeline exhibits internationally, is a recipient of the Creative Opportunity Grant, and recently returned from the Turner Residency in Los Angeles, CA. Printmaking OPPOSITE PAGE: Yulia Levkovich, Instructor, Intro to Oil Portraiture
FACULTY
RACHEL BARTUNEK is the owner of Handmade Darling, a bespoke paper goods and event accessories boutique featured both online and in local CNY shops. She received her MS in Communication Design through Pratt Institute with a focus in print and typography. Her freelance work includes creating brand presence, surface design, and hand lettering. Design / Workshop ALEXANDRIA COMPO attended PrattMWP and graduated from Pratt Institute with a BFA in Communications Design and a concentration in Illustration. Alexandria is a freelance designer and illustrator who works with a variety of private, retail, musician, and creative clients. Teens PAULA CARUANA received her bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania. She is a certified art teacher in Pennsylvania, and has taught art in grades K-12 in public and parochial schools in suburban Philadelphia and Lockport, NY. Paula is a Decorative Arts Assistant in MWPAI’s Museum of Art Decorative Arts Department. Kids MITCH ECKLER graduated from SUNY Oneonta with a B.A. in Music Industry. He is currently the Technical Director at MWPAI. Mitch has toured and played with many bands working across all genres. Among other projects, Mitch is the drummer for the progressive - experimental power trio, Jason Davis and The New Philosophers and one third of the folks/blues trio, The Old Main. Audio CHRISTI HARRINGTON is an Associate Professor of Art at MVCC. She received her BFA from the University of Michigan and began studying the figure while abroad in Italy. Christi completed an MFA in sculpture from the New York Academy of Art while also working with several public sculpture artists. Christi has several public figurative commissions installed in the region. Sculpture
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SARAH TUCKERMAN KILIAN has taught in the Utica schools since 1990. She is a graduate of William Smith College in Geneva, NY, and received her MS in Art Education from Syracuse University. Kids
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CAITLYN KNEPKA holds a BS in Studio Art with a concentration in Graphic Design/Illustration from Nazareth College. She completed her Masters of Art Education at SUNY Oswego. Caitlyn is a freelance designer and illustrator. Illustration / Design / Teens YULIA LEVKOVICH is an award-winning representational painter. Yulia completed rigorous training at the Academy of Realist Art, received her BFA from OCAD University, Toronto, and an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, Manhattan. She worked in production for Jeff Koons and taught at several institutions including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Painting
BRIANNA MILLER is a graphic artist/designer/illustrator based out of Portland, OR. She holds a BFA from Pacific Northwest College of Art in Communication Design. Both her commercial and fine art work reflects interests in color theory, experiential design, and synesthesia. Brianna’s designs and illustrations have been published nationally. Artist-in-Residence / Design ERIC MISHALANIE completed the MWPAI/ MVCC program before receiving his photography BA from Maryland Institute College of Art. Eric currently owns and operates Mishalanie Photography which covers a wide range of photographic services. Photography MEGHAN MURPHY PAGANO received her MFA in Interdisciplinary Art from Goddard College. She holds a BFA in Photography and Art Education from the College of Saint Rose and an Associates degree in Fine Arts and Illustration from MVCC. Animation / Kids LISA ORISTIAN found her artistic voice through her first life-changing Metals for Jewelry class and is now privileged to be able to teach jewelry to others through MWPAI’s Community Arts classes. Lisa is the owner of Kissing Dog Designs, a small artisan jewelry business. Jewelry / Metals KYLE PUMILIO received his education from PrattMWP and SUNY Potsdam. As a certified art teacher, Kyle has the privilege of working with diverse students of all ages. Through his artistic investigations, he has found a long lasting love for working with ceramics and the three dimensional form. Kids
AL SHAW is the Chair of Art and Music at T.R. Proctor High School. He completed the MWPAI/MVCC program before receiving his bachelor’s degree in Art Education, with a focus in Sculpture and Ceramics from Syracuse University. Al completed his master’s degree at Syracuse University, with an extended study in Art Education. Painting SHANNON STOCKBRIDGE received her BFA in sculpture from Pratt Institute after attending PrattMWP. Jewelry is her primary medium and she has been creating a wearable collection using the lost-wax casting method incorporating alternative mediums. Jewelry / Metals JON TAYLOR is the owner of ENJOINERY, a custom design and fabrication business collaborating with regional to international retail brands, designers, and private clients on fixtures and furniture. He received a sculpture BFA from Alfred University and an MFA from UMass Dartmouth in wood and furniture design. Furniture
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EEVA SIIVONEN is a filmmaker originally from Helsinki, Finland. She holds a BFA and an MFA in documentary film directing from Aalto University, School of Art, Design and Architecture. She also holds an MFA in Video Art from Syracuse University where she studied as a Fulbright scholar. Her award-winning work has been screened internationally at various film festivals and video art events. Artist-in-Residence / Video
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CALENDAR
REGISTER NOW MWPAI.ORG OR 315.797.8260 FALL 2016 September 5
Labor Day
September 19
MWPAI adult and teen classes begin
September 24
Session I Saturday kids classes begin
November 5
Session II Saturday kids classes begin
November 21 - 26
NO CLASSES; Thanksgiving break.
December 17
Fall session ends
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WINTER 2017
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January 16
MWPAI adult and teen classes begin
January 21
Session I Saturday kids classes begin
March 4
Session II Saturday kids classes begin
March 13 - 18
NO CLASSES; Spring Break
April 15
Winter session ends
STAFF Dean Donna Moran Assistant to the Dean Sara Dreimiller Registrar Tammy L. Bennett Community Arts Ed Coordinator Audrey Hasen Taylor Administrative Assistant/Reception Rachel Bartunek
NEW STUDENT DISCOUNT!
10% OFF
A welcome gift for first timers on campus. / All ages CALL 315.797.8260 TO REGISTER WITH DISCOUNT. 10% off cost of class does not include additional materials
Evening Receptionist Barb March Jamie Barcomb PLEASE NOTE: Registration may be available for classes posted online before printed catalogs are mailed. Interested students are encouraged to check online course listings.
SCHOLARSHIPS Partial financial aid for each semester may be available to kids, teens, and adults who demonstrate significant financial need. Awards are limited and the amounts vary based on the quantity of qualified applications received. When granted, award amounts usually offset a portion of the tuition for one course only. To apply, obtain a financial aid form from the MWPAI School of Art office by emailing MunsonClasses@mwpai.org Elizabeth R. Lemieux Children’s Scholarship Fund Geiersbach Scholarship Carmen E. Guarnieri Scholarship Fund Community Arts Education Scholarship Fund
GIVING Consider funding a scholarship or special facilities at the School of Art. Art enhances our lives, adding beauty and substance to the human existence. Your support of MWPAI helps ensure the survival of the arts and the wonderfully diverse set of gifts this area has to offer. Contact our development office (315) 797-0000, ext. 2129 CANCELLATIONS
In the event of cancellation, announcements will be made on the following: MWPAI website: www.mwpai.org School of Art Reception: Automated cancellation message Makeup Classes: Because of heavy classroom usage between the college program and other CAE classes, we do not offer makeup classes for children and teen classes. 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 video 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. Promotional discount of 10% off of class tuition is offered for first time students of any age registering for fall 2016 classes. Discount does not apply to additional supplies or materials needed. Discount may only be applied when registering via phone. It is not available for online registrations.
DISMISSAL
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 will be granted for Community Arts Education classes or workshops when an entire course is canceled or the Office of the Registrar receives an official withdrawal form from a student prior to the first scheduled class meeting. A pro-rated refund may be given after the second scheduled class, based on last day of attendance and/or date the official withdrawal form is received by the registrar. After the third scheduled class, no refund will be granted unless it is a medical emergency accompanied by a doctor’s note. This refund policy covers withdrawals for any reasons including injury, illness or family emergencies. 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. Allow four weeks to process. Official Withdrawal Forms can be found at the School of Art reception desk or online at www.mwpai.org/ learn/community-arts-education/policies-and-guidelines 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.
CATALOG DESIGN
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