Fall 2011 Class Schedule by Maren Oates

FALL 2011

art classes

BEADMAKING • BOOKMAKING • CALLIGRAPHY • DRAWING • ENCAUSTICS • FIBER • FLAMEWORK • GLASSBLOWING • HOT GLASS JEWELRY • KIDS CLASSES • KILNFORMING • MIXED MEDIA • PAINTING • PHOTOGRAPHY • PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Contents

Flamework

Beadmaking

Glassblowing

Hot Glass

Kilnforming

Bookmaking

Calligraphy

Drawing

Printmaking

Painting

6-7

Encaustic

Jewelry

Fiber

Mixed Media

Kids Classes

Photography

Professional Development

Art Educator Workshops

Exhibits & Events Calendar

Instructors

Schack Art Center 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett, WA 98201 PO Box 5038, Everett, WA 98206 425-259-5050 artsinfo@schack.org www.schack.org

Gallery & Store Hours Monday-Friday 10-6 Saturday 10-5 Sunday noon-5 COVER Fabric Painting, Tonnie Wolfe Schack Hot Shop Alla Prima Painting, Ursula Stocke

SF = Supply Fee, M = Member, NM = Non Member

Transcending the Color Pencil Medium, Anna Mastronardi-Novak

Supply Lists & Fees SUPPLY LISTS: Lists are provided at registration. Students must purchase items on their own and bring to class. SUPPLY FEES: Fees payable directly to the instructor at the first class for hard-to-find or expensive items that the instructor has easy access to and can usually purchase in bulk for a lesser price. Sometimes an instructor will provide both a supply list and charge a supply fee. In the class descriptions, SF = Supply Fee.

Ways to Register ONLINE: schack.org PHONE: 425-259-5050 WALK IN: M-F 10-6, Sa 10-5, Su noon-5

Policies REFUND POLICY: Students who withdraw 7 days or more prior to class receive a full refund less the $10 process fee. Students who withdraw 2-7 days prior to class receive a credit voucher for a future class less the $10 process fee and a $15 drop fee. Refunds or vouchers are not available to students who withdraw 48 hours or less prior to class. CANCELLATION: In the event of class cancellation, you will be notified by phone and receive a full refund of tuition and fees. (We cannot connect to phones with caller block.) HOLD HARMLESS: Participants agree to hold harmless the Schack Art Center, its officials, its employees and agents for any and all claims for personal injury and/or property damage in which damage and injury is or appears to be proximately caused in whole or in part by their participation in this program. PHOTO PERMISSION: Participants give permission for the Schack Art Center to use, without limitation or obligation, photographs which may include the image or artwork for purposes of promoting the programs of the Schack Art Center.

Flamework • Beadmaking • Glassblowing INTERMEDIATE GLASSBLOWING, 18+ YRS If you already know the basics of blowing glass, but aren’t quite ready to work on your own, this class is for you. The use of handles, bits, and wraps will be covered, as will color application. This class will prepare you to pass the Schack studio rental test. Prerequisite – at least one year of recent glassblowing experience. Tu Oct 13-Dec 8 6-10pm M $620 NM $680

RE-FORM, 18+ YRS Jesse Nelson

FLAMEWORKED GLASS I, 18+ YRS Learn how to use the torch to create your own soft glass beads and small sculptures! There are endless possibilities for the styles that you can make, limited only to your imagination. This class will teach you about the basics of working with the torch and using a palette of colored glass rods, you will finish several different projects. Th Sept 29-Nov 4 6-9pm M $180 NM $220

FLAMEWORKED GLASS II, 18+ YRS If you already have a foundation in working with the torch, this independent study class will help you build on those skills. Basic hollowware may be introduced, as will advanced decorative techniques. Bring your own soft glass, and ideas for your own projects. The instructor will be there to guide you toward your own goals. Prerequisite – Flameworked glass I or instructor permission. Tu Oct 11- Nov 15 6-9pm M $190 NM $230

WEEKEND INTRO TO FLAMEWORKED GLASS, 16+ YRS Discover the basics of soft glass flame work. Using beads as the starting point, issues such as temperature control, glass compatibility, and proper annealing will be covered. There will plenty of demonstrations along with time for making your own projects. Sa, Su Oct 8, 9 1-5 pm M $80 NM $90 Sa, Su Dec 10, 11 1-5 pm M $80 NM $90

MAKE YOUR OWN GLASS BEADS! 16+ YRS Try your hand at making glass beads in this afternoon class. The instructor will guide you through basic safety principles, and teach you how to make basic colorful glass beads which can then be turned into necklaces, bracelets, etc. All supplies provided. Sa Sep 24 1-4pm M $45 NM $50 Sa Nov 5 1-4pm M $45 NM $50

HIGH SCHOOL GLASSBLOWING, 14-18 YRS ONLY Jesse Nelson Teens, this class is your opportunity to learn to blow glass. Using 2000° furnaces (hot enough to turn a mixture of sand and soda ash into glass) you will practice the basics of blown glass and solid sculpted forms. 4 weekly sessions, no prerequisite. Su Sept 23-Oct 16 9:30am-1:30pm M $250 NM $275 Su Oct 23-Nov 13 9:30am-1:30pm M $250 NM $275

Focus on technique! In this intensive workshop, students will be encouraged to push themselves to work thinner and faster in the hot shop to execute clean, tight vessels. Refining tumblers, cylinders, bottles, and bowls will be our goal. Through exploring Venetian basics, teamwork, and becoming more efficient in the hot shop, this class will offer students a chance to go back to the basics as a trajectory to further themselves as craftsmen. Prerequisite: One year of recent glass experience. Sa, Su Oct 8, 9 9:30am-5:30pm M $330 NM $365

MAKE IT NOW IN 20 MINUTES OR LESS! 10+ YRS Drop in and work with one of our skilled glassblowers to design and blow your own glass holiday ornament! This family-friendly affair features holiday music, hot glass, and plenty of cheer. Call ahead to make reservations. *Your ornament will be available for pick up the following afternoon. Su Nov 20-Dec 18 Starting at 1:30pm $30

MAKE IT NOW IN 20 MINUTES OF LESS! 10+ YRS Design and help blow your own glass pumpkin, complete with a swirly stem! Our skilled team of glassblowers wil show you how. All supplies provided. Reservations recommended. Your pumpkin will be ready for pick up 24 hours later. Sa Oct 8 6-9pm $45 Sa Oct 15 6-9pm $45

THE ART OF INCALMO, 18+ YRS Darin Denison Incalmo glass was popularized by the Venini factory in Venice 60 years ago, and is still a staple used in modern design. The art of joining glass “incalmi” together to create distinct color Separations will be the focus of this 3 day intensive workshop. You instructor will guide you through the process of creating vessels made from different colored sections joined together hot. Prerequisite: at least 2 years of recent glassblowing experience. You will need to bring your own color rods. W, F Sept 14-16 9:30am-5:45pm M $400 NM $440

GLASSBLOWING I, 18+ YRS Granite Calimpong or Bob Mitchell & Dan LaChaussee Pick up the basics of molten glass from blowing, blocking and shaping to using specialized hand tools. This class will give you a good foundation on which to build the skills necessary to create functional and artistic objects. Watch demonstrations of basic techniques and then practice in teams of two. 8 weekly sessions, no prerequisite. Tu Sept 20 –Nov 8 6-10pm M $600 NM $660 Th Sept 22 – Nov 10 6-10pm M $600 NM $660 Dan LaChaussee working in the Hot Shop

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Hot Glass • Kilnforming

KILNFORMING II, 18+ YRS Stacey King This continuation of Fusing I will build on what you have already learned. The use of frit, shards, stringers and cane to create different designs of your own will be the focus of this class. Advanced glass cutting techniques will be covered, along with in depth firing schedules, and proper studio practice. You will need to take this class to be allowed to rent time on your own in the Schack Kiln Studio. Prerequisite: Kilnforming I or Instructor Permission. W Nov 16 – Dec 21 6-9pm M $300 NM $330

PATE DE VERRE, 16+ YRS Delores Taylor In this class students will learn the principles of the single mold pate de verre glass casting technique. Objects will be created first in clay then cast into an investment mold using glass “pastes”. Learn plaster mold making while creating test tiles, bas relief tile and a hollow core vessel. Students will also use found objects to make impressions for molds. Prerequisite: None F Sept 9 – Oct14 6-10pm M $425 NM $470 Merrilee Moore working in the Hot Shop

INTRODUCTION TO HOT GLASS, 18+ YRS Bob Mitchell or Joseph Freia The art of forming molten glass dates back to 3500 BC. This single day 8 hour intensive workshop is your chance to experience the thrill of working with the molten media that has captivated for centuries. You will learn the art of gathering glass from the furnace, and using fire, gravity and simple hand tools you will create forms of various shapes and sizes. No experience necessary. Sa Sept 10 9:30am-5:45pm M $160 NM $200 Sa Oct 1 9:30am-5:45pm M $160 NM $200 Sa Nov 12 9:30am-5:45pm M $160 NM $200 Sa Dec 10 9:30am-5:45pm M $160 NM $200

KILNFORMING I, 18+ YRS Stacey King This in depth technical class starts off with the basics of working with cutting glass, and will lead you through making several of your own projects. The fundamental skills necessary to work on your own in the kiln shop will be introduced through demonstrations, discussions and instructor lead projects. Kiln preparation and set up will also be covered. M Sept 19 - Nov 7 6-10pm M $300 NM $330 W Sept 21 – Nov 9 6-10pm M $300 NM $330

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MAKE YOUR OWN GLASS JEWELRY! 13+ YRS Judy & Wendy Macauley Learn how to create beautiful fused glass pendants, earrings, and pins using Bullseye glass, dichroic glass, frit, and metals. We are also providing lots of fun extras such as sepia slides and 22kt gold cross slides so you can really experiment with different looks. By the end of the class you will have up to 8 pieces of beautiful glass jewelry to keep for yourself or give to friends and family. Jewelry will be fired and ready for pick up 2 weeks after class. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Oct 22 1-4pm SF $25 M $40 NM $45 Sa Dec3 1-4pm SF $25 M $40 NM $45

THE GLASS POET, 16+ YRS Stacey King In this hands on workshop students will use glass paint, frit, wire, vitrograph stringer, and layers of glass to create a 6x8 cast collage tile. You will learn to layer design elements that allow you to capture imagery, words, poems, quotes and phrases in glass. The processes taught will teach you how to create a depth in your work that continually draws the viewer in. Sa Nov 12 10am-4pm Sa Nov 19 10am-1pm SF$25 M $250 NM $275

Bookmaking • Calligraphy • Drawing • Printmaking COLLAGE A DAY JOURNAL, 18+ YRS Celeste Douville

COPTIC BOOKBINDING, 18+ YRS Meredith Arnold Create your own unique book using this ancient binding technique. The beautifully stitched spine looks complicated and gorgeous on the shelf, but you’ll discover the real fun is how simple it is to do. We’ll start off creating unique book covers with image transfers, collage, and some painterly surface techniques before putting the pieces all together. The process is fun and can be applied to make scrapbooks, personal journals, sketchbooks and more. Each student will take home a finished book. No experience necessary. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Su Oct 2 10am-5pm SF $10 M $60 NM $65

No matter what your regular artist media is, collage-making every day will bring out the best in all of your artwork. Work out new color combinations, textures and shapes before committing to your large pieces. Learn techniques that get you to use a bit of everything you have in your art stash. The practice of daily art making will skyrocket your art, life and happiness to new levels. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. F Oct 14 noon-5pm SF $17 M $50 NM $55

MAKE FIVE JOURNALS! 18+ YRS Celeste Douville

Calligraphy means the art of beautiful handwriting. Imagine knowing an old-world skill that adds a personal touch to all of your projects! Bring a special uniqueness to cards, envelopes, invitations, announcements and holiday gifts. Discover how easy and fun it is to learn the beautifully flowing “Humanistic” calligraphy hand as we practice at a comfortable and relaxed pace for everyone. Supply list provided at registration. W Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12 6-8pm M $85 NM $90

Create functional, beautiful journals out of a wide variety of materials: recycled food packaging, plaster, polymer clay, architectural paper and old books. Supply list available at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Dec 5 noon-5pm SF $17 M $50 NM $55

BEGINNING CALLIGRAPHY, 18+ YRS Pam Koons

BEGINNING CALLIGRAPHY FOR TEENS, 13-18 YRS Pam Koons Calligraphy means the art of beautiful handwriting. Imagine knowing an easy, old-world skill that adds a personal touch to your school/art assignments, senior project, yearbook and special writings! Bring your own uniqueness to cards, envelopes, invitations, and holiday gifts. Discover how fun it is to learn the beautifully flowing “Humanistic” calligraphy hand as we practice at a comfortable and relaxed pace for everyone. Supply list provided upon registration. Th Sept 15, 22, 29, Oct 6, 13 4-6pm M $85 NM $90

BASIC DRAWING, 16+YRS Byron Bratt Gain an understanding of linear perspective, shape, value and form in this introductory drawing course. Supply list provided at registration. Tu Sept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18 6-8pm M $95 NM $110 Make Five Journals, Celeste Douville

NOTE TO SELF: CALENDAR JOURNAL, 18+ YRS Celeste Douville Unleash your creative spirit every day and document your life by creating a calendar for 2012. Using a combination of visual art and journaling, you will receive a series of prompts aimed to inspire confidence and help you focus on life goals. Your response to the prompts can be embellished on journal pages with ink, paint, collage materials, and doodles. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Nov 21 11am-4pm SF $17 M $50 NM $55

MONOPRINTING, 14+ YRS Julie Fisco This is the most fun you can have with a printing press! From abstract to zebra, bring your ideas to create fabulous works on paper. Learn a variety of techniques using brushes, stencils and sticks to make great prints to keep or give as gifts. Artists and crafters will all have a great time learning how to use a small printing press. No experience necessary. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. W Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5 10am-1pm SF $40 M $95 NM $110 Sa Oct 8, 15, 29, Nov 5 10am-1pm SF $40 M $95 NM $110 No class Oct 22

WINTER HOLIDAY JOURNAL, 18+YRS Celeste Douville Prepare for the holidays in a beautiful and memorable way. You’ll have a journal filled with ideas for the holidays (events, gift lists, kids’ activities, photographs) and a completely beautiful and organized Christmas to-do and memory book. As events and holidays occur, you may add photos and a few minutes of journaling. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Nov 7 11am-4pm SF $17 M $50 N$55

Monoprinting, Julie Fisco

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Painting ABSTRACT SELF PORTRAIT, 15+ YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Approach a mid-size painting with the subject of expressing some aspect of yourself. It could be an abstracted portrait (with guidance!) or symbolic. Emphasis will be on trying out a variety of mediums for texture and layering. Learn some new ways to approach an openended subject and play with some new techniques. For beginners to experienced painters wanting to learn techniques in acrylic and acrylic mediums. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu, W November 8, 9 10:30-4:30pm SF $5 M $95 NM $110

ALLA PRIMA (WET-INTO-WET) PAINTING, 16+YRS Ursula Stocke Enjoy the freedom of Alla Prima painting! The focus of this class is to help students develop their own style using passionate and painterly brushstrokes. This is a wet-into-wet technique that allows students to demystify the process of painting. Class demonstrations and one-on-one guidance will be provided. Confident brushstrokes, strong composition and basic color theory using a limited palette are emphasized. For beginning and intermediate painters. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 10-1pm SF $35 M $95 NM $110 M Oct 10, 17, 24, 31 10-1pm SF $35 M $95 NM $110 M Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 10-1pm SF $35 M $95 NM $110

BEGIN WITH WATERCOLOR, 18+ YRS Colleen Dunlap Watercolor is a great way to start your journey into art. You will learn about materials and the basics of color and design while mastering over 20 watercolor techniques. Students will produce representational works based on studio practice and instructor guided assignments. Develop your creativity and learn the natural attributes of transparent watercolor. This class is intended for all skill levels. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, 15 2-4:30pm SF$5 M $120 NM $135 Sa Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19 2-4:30pm SF$5 M $100 NM $115

PAINTING WITH OIL STICKS, 18+ YRS Anna Mastronardi-Novak In this hands-on class, you’ll discover the fun and freedom that sets oil sticks apart from other mediums. Through demonstration, learn the importance of good composition: mixing color, fat-over-lean approach, using oil washes and building up color. Then using your photos, sketches, or memory you’ll create your own work in an abstract or representational style. Basic drawing skills and knowledge of color is required to benefit from this class. Supply list provided upon registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. F Sep 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 28, Nov 4 (No class Oct 21) Noon – 5pm SF $50 M $320 NM $350

SMALL SCALE SERIES: PAINT WITH ACRYLICS, 12+ YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Work in a size that is fun and perfect for gift-sized paintings. We will focus on a non-representational style to help free you to focus on texture and color. You will paint three 4x4” wrapped edge canvases provided by the instructor. You may purchase extras canvases during class if you want to make more. Bring your own photos, buttons and memorabilia to personalize your work if desired. Supply list provided upon registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. F Nov 18 10:30 am-4:30 pm SF $15 M $60 NM $65 Sa Dec 3 10:30 am-4:30 pm SF $15 M $60 NM $65

SF = Supply Fee, M = Member, NM = Non Member

Russian Impressionism Painting, Irina Milton

RUSSIAN IMPRESSIONISM PAINTING, 18+ YRS Irina Kirienko Milton You can paint like the Great Russian Impressionists! Inspired by the masters, the instructor will focus on teaching the secrets of Russian impressionistic painting, as well as her “way of seeing.” Discover how to achieve accurate drawing skills, technical mastery and an intuitive understanding of nature. You will focus on color mixing concepts, materials, ideas, and the processes of painting. Short lectures, demonstrations, individual instruction and critiques will also take place. Supply list provided at registration. W Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 10am-1pm M $95 NM $110

EXPLORING THE VERSATILITY OF ACRYLIC, 15+YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Push forward in your creative approach with acrylic paints. The instructor will encourage an experimental, contemporary approach… and how to combine materials to create your own personal style with layering and mixed media. This is a dynamic workshop to inspire creativity, with lots of instructor demonstrations. Open to any painter who would like an introduction to a new way of working. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu, W Sept 20, 21 10:30am-4:30pm SF $12 M $95 NM $110

COMPLETE A MID-SIZE PAINTING IN ACRYLIC, 15+ YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Acrylic is the medium of choice for contemporary and experimental art! In the course of this two-day immersion to try new techniques, free up your approach and complete a mid-size painting. Explore the variety of ways you can use acrylics to build texture, layer and add mixed media. We will discuss concept, color and composition. Open to any painter who would like an introduction to a new way of working. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Oct 1 10:30am-4:30pm SF $5 M $60 NM $65

ACRYLIC PAINTING USING COLLAGE, 15+ YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Combine materials using collage techniques to “build” your acrylic painting. This cutting-edge approach can be tailored to create or tailor your own personal style. This is a great workshop in which to get ideas, experiment and try something new! Supply list provided upon registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Sept 10 10:30 am-4:30 pm SF $5 M $60 NM $65

Painting TRANSCENDING THE COLOR PENCIL MEDIUM, 18+ YRS Anna Mastronardi-Novak

PAINTING FOR THE FAINT OF HEART, 16+ YRS Deon Matzen

Transcend the traditional look, feel and concept of color pencils by learning to push this medium into a far richer and relevant form of fine art expression. Learn techniques of layering and color mixing that make your color pencil work feel more like a brush or liquid medium. Intermediate drawing skill and knowledge of color is required to benefit from this class. Supply list provided upon registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu Sep 13, 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1 11am – 4pm SF $50 M $320 NM $350

Always wanted to try painting? Looking to make a giant step forward in your painting? Trying to overcome the fear of failure or the tendency to procrastinate? Join the instructor for an upbeat and colorful painting class. Choose either acrylic or oil, at any level of ability. Instruction is individualized based on your experience. You will be challenged to excel! Supply list available at registration. Th Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1 1-4pm M $95 NM $110 Th Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1 5:30-8:30pm M $95 NM $110

PORTRAIT PAINTING AND DRAWING, 18+ YRS Irina Kirienko Milton

PASTEL PAINTING, 16+ YRS Janet Hamilton This class will explore the vibrant, versatile medium of pastels. The emphasis will be on understanding values, color harmonies and composition in order to learn effective, expressive pastel painting. We will experiment with a variety of techniques (such as layering color and “underwashes”), as well as explore different paper surfaces made for pastel. The instructor will begin each class with a demonstration, and then students will work from a still life set-up or from their own photo material. Individual instruction will be given. All levels are welcome, though some drawing experience is recommended. Supply lis provided at registration. Tu Oct 18, 25, Nov 1, 8 6-9pm M $95 NM $110

PAINTING PETS IN OILS, 16+ yrs Karen McClelland Learn to paint animals with oils! Bring in your own photos and learn how to paint your best buddies in this new class using the direct painting (wet into wet) technique. This class will be filled with instruction, demos, and fun. Using this loose brushy style of painting you’ll probably do more than one project in this four week session. You will also learn to make decisions which will turn an average photo into a great painting. All levels welcome. Supply list provided at registration. M Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 10am-1pm M $95 NM $110 M Oct 10, 17, 24, 31 10am-1pm M $95 NM $110 M Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 6:30-9:30pm M $95 NM $110 W Nov 2, 9, 16, 23 10am-1pm M $95 NM $110

Would you like to paint self-portraits or portraits of your loved ones? Learn the process of translating the three-dimensional reality of the human head into the two-dimensional language of portraiture. You will learn the basics of human head proportions and anatomy, as well as the relationships of the facial features. Emphasis will be on pragmatic painting and drawing skills, with a focus on the creation of light and form, expression and personality. Some drawing skills are required. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee for model payable to instructor at class. W Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 2-5pm SF $20 M $95 NM $110

SCULPTURAL PAINTING, 18+ YRS Jennifer MacLean Learn the exciting art of sculptural painting utilizing wallboard compound and reclaimed house paint. You will learn how to bring textural depth to a 2-D painting. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to paint! You will learn as you go and end up with an intriguing art piece. For those of you that paint, be ready to add a new arsenal of skills and ideas to your painting knowledge. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Th Sept 8, 15, 22, 29 1-4pm SF $10 M $95 NM $110

COLOR THEORY: PAINTING, 15+ YRS Tracy Kay Fraker Learn not only the characteristics of color but also pigment. We will create a split primary color wheel to gain a thorough understanding of color mixing. This series of enjoyable exercises will open your eyes to color and relieve your frustrations in color mixing. This is a great refresher course for experienced painters or introductory course for beginners. The instructor teaches this class with Golden brand acrylic paints. Supply list provided upon registration for specific colors. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu, W Oct 18, 19 10:30am-4:30pm SF $10 M $95 NM $110

MINI MASTERPIECES, 16+ YRS Ursula Stocke Create a mini masterpiece! Enjoy painting mini canvases that can be used as holiday ornaments or given as gifts. Create a personal keepsake for years to come. All levels welcome. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Su Dec 4 10-1pm SF $10 M $40 NM $45

SUMI-E HAPPY HOUR (WITH 0 CALORIES), 14+ YRS Susan Russell

Painting Pets in Oils, Karen McClelland

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This dynamic instructor, a shoot-from-the-hip, non-traditional Sumi-e artist, is looking for curious beginners who would like to learn the basics of Sumi-e brush painting: how to hold and tame the handmade bamboo brushes, how to grind Sumi ink on grinding stones and experiment with making marks on traditional rice paper. All tools and materials will be provided by the instructor. F Sept 30 6-8pm M $20 NM $25

Encaustic • Jewelry BEESWAX COLLAGE GIFT CARDS & TAGS, 16+ YRS Lisa JonesMoore Learn the art of working with warm beeswax and collage while creating beautiful cards and gift tags. You will work with various collage materials such as lace, rice paper, small photos and vintage ephemera. You will be able to create multiple cards and gift tags in this relaxed atmosphere, complete with music and “treats”. Bring your own collage materials if you wish, or use the instructors’ collage stash. No experience required. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Dec 3 12-4pm SF $15 M $45 NM $50

WARM WAX COLLAGE, 16+ yrs Lisa JonesMoore Learn the basics of collage and how to use warm beeswax with various items such as lace, rice paper, oil pastels, text and small photographs. Learn how to create beautiful collage art at home, without the luxury of an art studio. No experience necessary. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. W Sept 7 12-5pm SF $12 M $50 NM $55

SOLDERLESS WIRE WRAP, 18+ YRS Donna Harris

Contemporary Encaustic Basics, Lisa JonesMoore

CONTEMPORARY ENCAUSTIC BASICS, 18+ YRS Lisa JonesMoore Discover the basics of working with encaustic wax and it’s use in today’s contemporary art. Here’s the FUN part: you will learn how to paint and fuse layers, add color, collage and even texture! We will also cover materials, equipment, and studio safety. You will finish the class with a good working knowledge of the encaustic process. This class is a prerequisite for “Intermediate Encaustic Technique”, which will take place in winter 2012. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. F, Sa Nov 11, 12 12-5pm SF $50 M $ 85 NM $90

ENCAUSTIC INTENSIVE, 16+ YRS Binky Bergsman Students will learn the ancient art of encaustic with contemporary direction. Students will be taught to create translucent layers of wax that can be embedded, transferred, collaged, etched, scraped, painted and fused into beautiful works of art. You will finish up to five pieces and the knowledge to set up your own studio at home. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Sept 17 12-5pm SF $50 M $50 NM $55

ENCAUSTIC JEWELRY DESIGN, 15+ YRS Jennifer MacLean Take the best of encaustic painting, mix it with jewelry design and what do you have? A whole lot of fun! And of course, some unique pieces of jewelry to wear. Utilizing encaustic wax, make small creations into wearable art. Brooches, pendants, and earrings will be our focus. Leave with an arsenal of skills combining these two unique mediums. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Sept 12, 19, 26 Oct 3 6:30-9:30pm SF $25 M $95 NM $110

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Wire wrapping is made easy with sterling silver, fused glass and beautiful stones. Students will wrap one to two pieces and wear them home. No soldering, sanding, or polishing. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. *Pending price of silver Su Sept 18 Noon-5pm SF $30* M $50 NM $55 Su Oct 16 Noon-5pm SF $30* M $50 NM $55 Su Nov 20 Noon-5pm SF $30* M $50 NM $55 Su Dec 4 Noon-5pm SF $30* M $50 NM $55

JEWELRY MAKING BY SILVERSMITHING, 18+ YRS Donna Harris In this four week course you will create a bracelet, ring or pendant from sterling silver sheet, wire and quality stone. For beginning and intermediate students. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. M Sept 12, 19, 26, Oct 3 6-9pm SF $40* M $95 NM $110 M Oct 10, 17, 24, 31 6-9pm SF $40* M $95 NM $110 M Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 6-9pm SF $40* M $95 NM $110 *pending price of silver

ETCHED METAL AND POLYMER CLAY STACK RINGS, 18+ YRS Meredith Arnold Discover metal etching, wire and polymer clay in this fun and info-packed class. You will learn everything you need to know about etching alternative metals including etching solution, tank, a variety of resists, forming Stack Ring, Meredith Arnold metal, various metals, short cuts and more. Then you will proceed on to texturing, forming and curing polymer clay. Once you have made all of your customized components, it’s time to create interesting stack rings with wire! Wire working basics, dapping metal, and lots of tips are included. Beginners and the “more experienced” are welcome. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Su Nov 6 10am-5pm SF $15 M $60 NM $65

Jewelry • Fiber • Mixed Media SILVER CLAY WORKSHOP, 18+ YRS Celeste Douville

INTRODUCTION TO FABRIC PAINTING, 16+ YRS Tonnie Wolfe

Making things by hand nurtures us, connects us to our heritage and is green and frugal. Precious metal clay is an innovative (and recycled) material composed of particles of silver suspended in an organic binder. When fired, the binder burns away leaving a piece of pure silver. It is a fun and easy way to make handmade gifts for any occasion. An extensive collection of textures will be provided for creating one of a kind charms, pendants and earrings. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Th, F Nov 3, 4 6-9pm SF $80 M $60 NM $65

Do you want to create your own fabric? Fabric painting is an easy way to create original cloth for quilts, wearable art, and embroidery. Spend a few hours experimenting with Dye-Na-Flow, acrylic, and fabric paint using both wet and dry techniques. Leave class with a better understanding of surface design and how colors work together, along with a stash of your own unique hand-painted fabrics. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. W Oct 26 12-5pm SF $15 M $50 NM $55

SILVER CLAY WORKSHOP FOR KIDS, 10+ YRS Celeste Douville Making things by hand nurtures us, connects us to our heritage and is green and frugal. Precious metal clay is an innovative (and recycled) material composed of particles of silver suspended in an organic binder. It is a fun and easy way to make handmade gifts for any occasion. Create one of a kind charms, pendants and earrings. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Sept 24 1-4 pm SF $80 M $40 NM $45

VINTAGE MESSAGE SPOONS 16+ YRS Mary Peterson Vintage spoons are perfect for adorning! Use fun embellishments including colorful alcohol inks to create beautiful patinas. Take your favorite poem or random words and collage them onto the spoons to “feed your soul.” Punch holes in your spoons and attach them to colorful key rings. Create your own “spoon-tacular” mini book or inspirational message to give as a gift or keep for yourself. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu Dec 6 10am-1pm SF $5 M $40 NM $45

FIBER PET PORTRAITS, 16+ YRS Mary Peterson Turn your favorite pet photo into a work of fiber art! After transferring your pet’s face onto fabric, you’ll apply vibrant color washes with acrylic paint. Learn how to add stitches and embellishments to bring out your pet’s “true colors”. No experience needed. This is a great way to commemorate that special member of your family! Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu Sept 13, 20 6-9pm SF $5 M $60 NM $65

Vintage Message Spoons Mary Peterson

MIXED MEDIA TEXTURE, 16+ YRS Tonnie Wolfe

Fiber Pet Portraits, Mary Peterson

FUNKY FABRIC PORTRAITS, 16+ YRS Mary Peterson Make a portrait of yourself or your “alter ego” with fabric collage. We’ll “cut and paste” facial features out of fabric using fusible webbing. We’ll add fanciful features and texture with beading and embroidery. No sewing experience necessary. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu Nov 8, 15 10am-1pm SF $5 M $60 NM $65

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Use texture to organize and add interest to your artwork. Explore ways to create texture from traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques, including simple metal and paper embossing, fusible web, natural materials, paper and acrylic media. Texture can be added to paper, canvas or fabric. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Nov 12 1-5pm SF $10 M$45 NM $50

HANDMADE HOLIDAY GIFT-MAKING, 18+ YRS Celeste Douville Make this year a handmade holiday. Make fun and useful items out of recycled, out of fashion clothes – celebration banners, stuffed animals, clothes and more. Other projects will range from hostess gifts to handmade presents for friends. Wrapping paper, gift tags, cozies, ornaments, felted trees, calendars and more. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Nov 19 1-5pm SF $10 M $45 NM $50

Kids Classes • Photography • Professional Development YOUR CAMERA, YOUR PICTURES, 13+ YRS Nat Seymour This course will walk you through the basics of operation and shooting techniques with your digital camera. Learn the following photography skills: varying aperture, shutter speed, light and motion. Use your own camera or share one with a friend. Any digital camera with an “M” or manual mode will work. Students must be able to email their photos to the instructor. All levels welcome! Supply list provided at registration. Th Sept 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6 6-7pm M $50 NM $55

Fine Art for Kids (student work, age 10), Nikki Wheeler

FINE ART FOR KIDS, 5-12 YRS Nikki Wheeler Let the creative juices flow! Let your child go beyond craft-making and step into the world of fine art, where they will make their own limited edition ink prints, paint on canvas, sculpt with clay, and learn the basics of drawing. Aprons provided, but please have your child dress for mess! Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Sa Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 1 9:30-11:30 am SF $35 M $70 NM $75 Sa Oct 8,15, 29, Nov 5 9:30-11:30 am SF $35 M $70 NM $75 Sa Nov 12, 19 9:30-11:30 am SF $17.50 M $45 NM $50 Sa Dec 20, 21, 22, 23 10am-noon SF $35 M $70 NM $75

CREATIVE EXPRESSION, 6-11YRS Kimberlie Brayman Set your child’s “inner artist” free while practicing a variety of approaches to visual expression. This exploratory class will introduce the budding artist to a variety of two-dimensional materials and mediums. Your child will learn about design elements and principles while creating, so he or she will take away more than a work of art from this class. Supply fee payable to instructor at class. Tu Nov 22, 29, Dec 6 4-5:30pm SF $10 M $70 NM $75

Art Educator Workshops THE TRADITIONAL & CONTEMPORARY USE OF MASKS AMONGST CULTURES, 18+ YRS Judi Cowper Explore the cultural significance of masks by investigating the role they play in ceremonies and on special occasions in societies from widely separated regions of the world. Through demonstration, panel discussion, and hands-on activities, a deeper understanding of the connections between cultures and societies, including American society, through their use of masks will be explored. Projects, developmentally appropriate for K-8, will be presented by experienced artists and learning specialists. F Oct 21 5-8:30pm Sa Oct 22 9am-5pm $65 (SPU/Everett SD Clock Hours/SPU Credit available)

ART DOCENT FAIR: WOMEN ARTISTS, 18+ YRS Come and see artists in action. Learn art projects you can do in the classroom with students. Each presenter will focus on a prominent female artist while discussing the art elements utilized. Tu Nov 15 5:45-9pm $15 per person or $100 per school To register, call Nancy Bell at 425-259-5050.

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Your Camera, Your Pictures, Nat Seymour

CREATIVE THINKING: FRESH IDEAS FOR ART & LIFE, 18+ YRS Betty Hageman Stuck in a rut, stumped by a problem, or just drawing a blank? Do you find yourself doing what you’ve done before (even if it no longer works) or doing nothing at all? In this workshop you will formulate a personal “burning question” and practice ten proven techniques guaranteed to generate new perspectives and fresh ideas. Learn to think creatively and have fun doing it! No previous experience or skills required. You will leave with your own collaged posters containing loads of potential solutions to your burning questions. Supply list provided at registration. Supply fee payable to instructor. Th Oct 13 5:30-9:30pm SF $3 M $45 NM $50

MAKING A LIVING FROM YOUR ART, 18+ YRS Randall Hodges For many, trying to sell their art is a daunting adventure and stops them from following their true life’s path. This workshop will encourage and inspire you to learn about wholesaling, packaging, production, licenses, websites, art shows, and more. W, Th Nov 9,10 5-9pm M $70 NM $75

WASHINGTON LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS¬-LEGAL CLINIC Washington Lawyers for the Arts is offering low-cost, private legal consultations to artists and arts organizations of all disciplines in the state of Washington. Cost: $20. donation for a 30 minute consultation. Clinics will be held at the Schack Art Center, 2921 Hoyt Ave. in Everett, on Sept. 19 and Nov. 7. If interested, call the WLA at 206-328-7053 or visit www. The WLA.org.

Exhibits & Events 2011 FRESH PAINT: FESTIVAL OF ARTISTS AT WORK Aug 20 & 21, 10am–5pm Everett Marina THE FRAGILE SKIN Sept 1 – Oct 15 Opening Reception: Sept 1, 5-8pm Curators: Michael Endo, Steve Klein & Bullseye Gallery SCHACK-TOBERFEST Oct 22, 10am-8pm Oct 23, noon-5pm ART ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR: JANET FOLEY Oct 27-Nov 20 Opening Reception: Oct 27, 5-8pm ARTIST OF THE YEAR: PAUL VEXLER Oct 27-Dec 29 Opening Reception: Oct 27, 5-8pm OPEN STUDIO NIGHT FOR TEENS Nov 2, 6-8pm HOLIDAY ART SHOW Nov 28-Dec 29 Opening Reception: Dec 2, 5-8pm ART-APALOOZA: HOLIDAY ART TRUNK SHOW Dec 8-11 OPEN STUDIO NIGHT FOR TEENS Dec 14, 6-8pm

Instructors Meredith Arnold, Jewelry, Bookmaking Nancy Bell, Art Educator Workshops Binky Bergsman, Encaustic Byron Bratt, Drawing Kimberlie Brayman, Kids Classes Granite Calimpong, Glassblowing Darin Denison, Glassblowing Celeste Douville, Jewelry, Bookmaking, Mixed Media Colleen Dunlap, Painting Julie Fisco, Printmaking Tracy Kay Fraker, Painting Joseph Freia, Glassblowing Betty Hageman, Professional Development Janet Hamilton, Painting Donna Harris, Jewelry Randall Hodges, Professional Development Stacey King, Kilnforming Pam Koons, Calligraphy Dan LaChaussee, Glassblowing Judy & Wendy Macauley, Kilnforming Jennifer MacLean, Painting, Jewelry Anna Mastronardi-Novak, Painting, Drawing Deon Matzen, Painting Karen McClelland, Painting Irina Kirienko Milton, Painting, Drawing Bob Mitchell, Glassblowing Lisa JonesMoore, Encaustic Jesse Nelson, Glassblowing Mary Peterson, Fiber Susan Russell, Painting Nat Seymour, Photography Ursula Stocke, Painting Delores Taylor, Kilnforming Nikki Wheeler, Kids Classes

Pastel Painting Janet Hamilton

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Tonnie Wolfe, Mixed Media

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Fine Art for Kids, Nikki Wheeler, student work, age 8

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