fall 2013
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classes
adult • teens • children
members register early!
calendar of events All events are FREE and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Rigoberto Gonzalez: Barroco en la Frontera Russell Hill Rogers Gallery | Navarro Gonzalez (Harlingen) exhibits large scale paintings of border violence that combine a baroque aesthetic and the story telling of a corrido (folk ballad). Rebecca Dietz: Wonder Worlds Ursuline Hall Gallery | Ursuline San Antonio artist Dietz exhibits new silver gelatin photographs; the mystical and nostalgic works showcase bygone amusement parks.
Alice Leora Briggs Detail. La Ventana 2013, woodcut with china collé
jul.aug EXHIBITIONS | continuing through Aug 25 All School Exhibition 2013 Russell Hill Rogers Galleries | Navarro Annual exhibit showcases recent works in a variety of media by SSA artists, teachers, and students. Certificate Student Exhibition A cumulation of Certificate Students’ work. Bee Still Navarro Lobby | Navarro Works by Teen Intensive Studio participants. Vincent Colvin: Simultaneous Passage Encaustic works with nautical themes by Austin artist. Ursuline Hall Gallery | Ursuline ARTIST TALK | Sat, Jul 27 | 1:00pm Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall | Navarro Certificate Students Sally Astleford, Barbara Felix, Kit Fontaine, Beth McMahon, and Mark Rue give brief presentations about their work. REGISTRATION | 2013 Fall Term MEMBERS’ priority • Online | Wed, Jul 31 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax | Fri, Aug 2 • Phone | Tues, Aug 6 OPEN REGISTRATION • Online | Wed, Aug 7 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax/Phone | Thurs, Aug 8
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EXHIBITIONS | Sept 5 – Nov 10 OPENING RECEPTION | Thurs, Sept 5 | 5:00 – 8:00pm Alice Leora Briggs: La Linea Russell Hill Rogers Gallery | Navarro Texas artist Briggs exhibits woodcuts and sgraffito drawings and an installation that focus on violence in the border city of Juarez, Mexico. Briggs will also be a resident artist in the printmaking studio.
EVENT | Tues, Sept 17 | 7:00 – 9:00pm Carnival | Ursuline Campus Come to the carnival! View Rebecca Dietz’s photographs; enjoy food vendors and sideshow entertainment in celebration of Fotoseptiembre. Bring along your own camera to capture the fun. In conjunction with Downtown Tuesdays.
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GALA BENEFIT & ART SALE | Thurs, Oct 3 Coates Chapel & Gardens | Ursuline Celebrated fundraiser with dinner, live music, raffle and art sale. For ticket information, please call 210.224.1848, ext. 306. ARTIST TALK | Sat, Oct 19 | 2:00pm Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall | Navarro Join artists Alice Leora Briggs and Rigoberto Gonzalez for a discussion on Texas-Mexico border issues and their unflinching portrayal of a life with violence, drugs, and hardships. Moderated by Texas Public Radio journalist David Martin Davies. INSTALLATION | Oct 29 – Nov 3 Dia de los Muertos: La Ofrenda Navarro Lobby Gallery | Navarro Lead artist Adriana Christina Corral creates an altar to honor our ancestors and the memory of loved ones for Dia de los Muertos. The art school community is invited to add personal offerings.
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EXHIBITIONS | Nov 21 – Feb 2 OPENING RECEPTION | Thurs, Nov 21 | 5:00 – 8:00pm Chris Sauter: Doubt Russell Hill Rogers Gallery | Navarro Tackling issues of science and religion with humor, San Antonio artist Sauter’s new mixed-media installation will be the hub for “pilgrimages” to other concurrent exhibitions. Shana and Robert Parke Harrison: Selections from the Counterpoint Series Russell Hill Rogers Gallery | Navarro Shana and Robert Parke Harrison (New York) exhibit largescale color photography and sculpture connecting land, humanity and technology to create surreal, ambiguous and difficult narratives. This exhibition is in partnership with Trinity University and the Stieren Arts Enrichment Series. Anabel Toribio-Martinez Ursuline Hall Gallery | Ursuline San Antonio artist Toribio-Martinez shows a new series of oil paintings that emotionally connect people with each other and their domestic spaces.
contents book arts.papermaking 02 ceramics 04 core classes 07, 08 drawing.painting.printmaking 07 fibers.textiles 15 jewelry.metals 18 photography 21 other media.other topics 24 faculty 28 how to register 30 young artist programs inside back cover
classes All classes are open to the public. Many classes are structured for beginners and all emphasize individualized instruction. Adult classes are open to high school students with the written permission of the Department Chair and a parent or guardian. Please call the Registration Office if you are unsure about the suitability of a class for your skill level.
ph 210.224.1848 registration | ext. 317/334 fax 210.224.9337 classregistration@swschool.org www.swschool.org registration
Mon – Fri | 9:00am – 5:00pm Registration for classes should be made as soon as possible; class size is limited and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. FALL 2013 Members’ Priority Registration • Online | Wed, Jul 31 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax | Fri, Aug 2 • Phone | Tues, Aug 6 OPEN REGISTRATION • Online | Wed, Aug 7 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax/Phone | Thurs, Aug 8 And ongoing throughout the term
accessibility
Handicapped parking spaces are available on both campuses for students with disabilities. The School continues to modify its historic Ursuline Campus to increase access for visitors and students with disabilities. The Navarro Campus is wheelchair accessible. If you are disabled and wish to participate in school activities, please call ahead for assistance. Please NOTE: The following studios on the Ursuline Campus are not wheelchair accessible: Priest House 2nd Floor and the Block, Blumenthal, Bowers, Briscoe, Hendrie, and Kimbro Studios.
general information administrative office hours Mon – Fri | 8:30am – 5:00pm Closed on major holidays.
exhibition galleries
The Southwest School of Art houses multiple exhibition spaces; the two core ones are: Russell Hill Rogers Gallery Mon – Sat | 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sun | 11:00am – 4:00pm This major exhibition gallery, located at the Navarro Campus, presents the work of prominent regional, national and international artists who expand definitions of art and craft. Ursuline Hall Gallery Mon – Fri | 9:00am – 5:00pm This exhibition site, located on the Ursuline Campus, features work by emerging and regional artists. For more information, contact the Director of Exhibitions at 210.224.1848, ext. 403.
copper kitchen café
Mon – Fri | 11:30am – 2:00pm The original dining room for the old Ursuline Academy is now the Copper Kitchen, serving a delicious home-style lunch menu at reasonable prices. The café is also available to cater luncheons and dinner parties. For reservations or to place to-go orders, call 210.224.0123. Closed on all Federal holidays.
history museum
Learn the story of the school and its historic site, a Texas Historic Landmark on the National Register of Historic Places. Begun in 1851 to house the Ursuline Convent & Academy, the structures eventually became the home for our nationally recognized community art school. For a guided tour of the buildings for 20 or more people, arrangements should be made in advance by calling 210.224.1848, ext. 301.
facilities rental
The beautiful, historic facilities of the Southwest School of Art provide the perfect setting for parties, dinners, lectures, private or corporate meetings, and weddings. The Gothic chapel and two landscaped gardens, as well as a large board room, are among the spaces available for rental on the Ursuline Campus, while additional conference and meeting space is available at the Navarro Campus. For more information and date availability, please contact the Rentals Manager at 210.224.1848, ext. 311.
security
A professional security guard is on campus during evening classes and daytime weekend classes.
parking
A limited amount of free parking is available at the Ursuline Campus on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional parking is available nearby on the street, in self-pay lots, and at the Central Library’s parking garage.
Notice: Photographers are often on the premises during classes and special events to capture images for the Southwest School of Art’s archives and for use in our publicity materials. If you prefer not to have your photo taken for such purposes, please notify the photographer at that time.
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book arts.papermaking The Paper and Book Arts Department offers both traditional and explorative classes at all levels in papermaking, bookbinding, decorative paper techniques and letterpress printing. Ages 15 and up may register in book arts and papermaking studio classes with parental permission.
book arts All Levels
4110 | Book Structures Beck Whithead
This class will introduce basic book binding terms and techniques. Two simple soft cover books and one hard cover book will be taught and students can anticipate completing all three books during the class. All materials will be provided. Interested students may visit the studio to see sample structures. Mon, Sept 23 – Oct 21 | 6:00 – 9:00pm Picante Paper Studio & Book Arts Studio | Navarro Campus Tuition: $190 (Members: $175) | 5 weeks
School by the River Press
SPECIAL CLASS | All Levels
School by the River Press is a fine art press based at the Southwest School of Art. Broadsides, chapbooks, quartos and prints with the Press’ imprint are available from the Paper and Book Arts Department or by contacting Gemini Ink, a writers’ non-profit, which often collaborates with the Press. Sale of work benefits the Book Arts Program. School by the River Press can be reached at 210.224.1848, ext. 419.
Lucía Farías | Monterrey, Mexico
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
4249 | Four Non-Adhesive Book Projects In this two-day workshop students will complete four separate book arts projects. First, two Hedi Kyle book designs will be covered — a collapsible punch cradle with a slip case, and a card case with pen or pencil holder. The second day will be devoted to two non-adhesive books — a button hole stitch book, and a long stitch with a leather cover and beaded spine. No previous book binding experience is required. Please see SSA website for the materials list. Sample books are available in the studio. Sat & Sun, Nov 2 & 3 | 9:30am – 4:30pm | Book Arts Studio | Navarro Tuition: $285 (Members: $270) | 2 sessions Lucía Farías received her bachelor’s degree in Fine Art from Universidad de Monterrey in México and has an MFA in Book Arts and Printmaking from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, PA. She worked for Jace Graf at Cloverleaf Studio in Austin, TX. Farías has taught bookbinding workshops in both the U.S. and in Mexico and owns and manages Oveja Verde, a bindery in Monterrey, Mexico, where she also teaches private workshops. Lucía Farías. Artist Book paper
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4308 | Letterpress Skills Eléonore Lee
Letterpress celebrates the tactile beauty of the printed word, as the letters are pressed deep into the paper and not just printed upon, but embossed into, the page. Focus will be on good technique: polymer plates, two-color printing, design of text and image, and troubleshooting. This course requires preparation outside of class to complete most projects; studio access is available for preparation outside of class. Binding and any other relevant techniques will be taught as necessary. Materials and tools needed for individual projects will be discussed in class. A $100 check deposit for type distribution is required from anyone using type and will be returned at the end of class. No printing or binding experience is required. Tues, Sept 24 – Nov 26 | 6:00 – 9:00pm (No class Oct 29 & Nov 26) Picante Paper Studio & Book Arts Studio | Navarro Tuition: $300 (Members: $285) | 10 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
4400 | Book Arts Studio Rental Beck Whitehead
The Book Arts Studio is available for artists with experience in bookbinding and letterpress. Equipment includes two Vandercook proofing presses, standing press, finishing press, plough, sewing punch, stamper, and large Kutrimmer for cutting paper and board. Fees vary; contact the registration office at 210.224.1848, ext. 317/334 or see website for details.
papermaking All Levels
4001 | Beginning Papermaking Beck Whitehead
This one-day class will give students an opportunity to explore some of the possibilities and applications of handmade paper. Beginning Papermaking will include a discussion of the pulping process from plant to pulp, coloring pulp with pigments and the experience of making paper. Students should wear shoes that can get wet. Please see SSA website for a materials list. Sat, Sept 21 | 9:30am – 3:30pm | Picante Paper Studio | Navarro Tuition: $75 (Members: $60) | 1 session All Levels
4015 | Papermaking Instruction Beck Whitehead
Papermaking Instruction students may work on guided projects or on independent projects, and can sign-up for the number of sessions to suit their project needs. Basic papermaking instruction will be covered as needed: fiber preparation, pigmenting pulp, forming techniques and more. Outside access beyond dates listed below are not included; students who qualify may transfer to 4000 | Studio Rental with permission. Tuition includes some materials; however students will need to pay for pulp separately. 4001 | Beginning Papermaking is recommended, but not required. Please see SSA website for the materials list. Tues, Sept 17 – Dec 10 | 9:30am – 12:30pm; and Sat by appointment Tuition: 4015a: $65 (Members: $50) 1 session 4015b: $180 (Members: $165) 6 sessions 4015c: $260 (Members: $245) full semester
Intermediate/Advanced
4000 | Studio Rental
Beck Whitehead The Picante Paper Studio is a welcoming and professionally equipped space for experienced paper artists. Equipment includes a hollander beater, a variety of molds and deckles, and a 20-ton paper press, all available on a first-come, firstserved basis, with full-term renters given priority. Renters are responsible for clean up. Assistance and/or instruction is available Tues, 9:30am – 12:30pm and by appointment. Please contact Beck Whitehead at 210.224.1848, ext. 419 to arrange studio time. No pulp or fiber is included. Prerequisite: Beginning Papermaking or Papermaking Instruction and permission from the Chair. Daily, Mon – Sun, Sept 16 – Dec 14 | 9:00am – 9:00pm (No studio Thurs, Nov 28, check building hours for Friday and weekend closing hours) Studio Rental Rates: 4000a: $65 (Members: $50) 1 session 4000b: $180 (Members: $165) 6 sessions 4000c: $260 (Members: $245) full semester
Book Arts & Papermaking Artist-InResidence Program Artists experienced in letterpress, book arts and/or papermaking are invited to apply for the opportunity to work in the Picante Paper Studio and/or the Book Arts Studio. See details at www.swschool.org or contact Beck Whitehead at bwhitehead@ swschool.org.
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ceramics The Ceramics Department offers studio classes in handbuilt and wheelthrown pottery and sculpture, as well as classes exploring techniques, both archaic and cutting-edge, at studio facilities that are among the best in Texas.
Ceramics Open Studio Students who are currently registered in a ceramic class can use the studios for practicing techniques taught in the classroom any time the studio is open and a class is not in session. McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Campus Sept 23 – Dec 12 Mon – Thurs, 12:30 – 9:00pm; and Sat, 12:00 – 5:00pm Studio Closed Fri and Sun, and Sat during Special Classes.
Beginning/Intermediate
1001 | Introduction to Throwing John Nelson & Ryan Takaba
This class will focus on the basic skills of wheel throwing — centering, opening and pulling vessels — followed by learning to form cylinders, bowls and cups. Students will also learn to evaluate form and how form serves a vessel’s function. Students will learn about clay properties while working in stoneware clay and hightemperature glazes. 1001a: Nelson | Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 9:30am – 12:30pm 1001b: Takaba | Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 6:30 – 9:30pm McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $325 (Members: $310) | 12 sessions Beginning/Intermediate
1002 | Introduction to Handbuilding Dennis W. Smith & Kimberly Rumfelt
SUPPLIES NOTE: Tuition for all ceramic courses covers glaze materials and kiln firing; however, students should anticipate additional fees for clay and some tools unless otherwise noted.
Handbuilding is the fundamental construction method for creating sculptural and functional ceramic forms. Students will undertake a variety of projects including slab construction, round and flat coil construction, pinch-forming methods, surface texturing and carving. Students will work in high-temperature stoneware clay and will be introduced to glazing techniques. 1002a: Smith | Mon, Sept 23 – Dec 9 | 9:30am – 12:30pm 1002b: Rumfelt | Tues, Sept 24 – Dec 10 | 6:30 – 9:30pm McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $325 (Members: $310) | 12 sessions
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1030 | Throwing Skills
Ray Morales & Dennis W. Smith This class will concentrate on expanding and refining throwing skills through the forming of bowls, mugs, lids, pitchers and the assemblage of two-part forms. Presentations and discussion will help students understand how to integrate form with function. Students will also be introduced to an array of surface decoration techniques and how to load and fire downdraft gas kilns. Prerequisites: Basic Skills: Introduction to Throwing and Basic Skills: Introduction to Handbuilding.
‘‘This ceramics class gave me a great structure and the incentive to push myself.”
1030a: Morales | Thurs, Sept 19 – Dec 12 | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No class Nov 28) 1030b: Smith | Thurs, Sept 19 – Dec 12 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Oct 3 & Nov 28) McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline 1030a: Tuition: $335 (Members: $320) | 12 sessions 1030b: Tuition: $325 (Members: $310) | 11 sessions All Levels
1033 | Polymer Clay for Personal Ornamentation Carol Dotin Explore the colorful, vibrant, magical world of polymer clay, starting with the most basic skills and progressing quickly to more advanced ones. The emphasis will be on learning numerous techniques—making canes, photocopy image transfer, working with an extruder, faux metal surface applications along with the use of stamps, gold leaf, mica powder, and alcohol inks that can be used in the creation of beads and small flat panels that can be made into jewelry (pins, pendants, bracelets, and earrings). Please see SSA website for a list of supplies. Tues, Sept 24 – Dec 10 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $315 (Members: $300) | 12 sessions Intermediate
1034 | Naked Raku Lyn Woods Naked raku is a low-temperature, fast firing process that produces an exciting and visually stunning black and white finish. Woods will cover the firing process, as well as provide demonstrations in thrown vessel forming. Vessels are burnished by smoothing and compressing the clay creating a lustrous surface once bisque fired. Pieces are then covered with a thick slip, which cracks, and when fired and smoked thru the traditional raku process, can produce an enticing soft-crackle surface effect. Prerequisites: Basic Skills: Introduction to Throwing and Basic Skills: Introduction to Handbuilding. Mon, Sept 23 – Dec 9 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $335 (Members: $320) | 12 sessions NEW | Intermediate/Advanced
1046 | Low-Temperature: Drawing on Clay Jennifer Datchuk This class will utilize the techniques of sgraffito, slip inlay and carving to draw personal imagery and decoration onto a clay surface. Sgraffito comes from the Italian word graffiare and translates to “to scratch”. Contrasting colored slips are layered on top of leather hard pieces and carved through to reveal the clay color below. This technique allows for high contrast imagery and can be combined with slip inlay. See *ceramic Note. Prerequisites: Basic Skills: Introduction to Throwing and Basic Skills: Introduction to Handbuilding. Mon, Sept 23 – Dec 9 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $335 (Members: $320) | 12 sessions
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
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1048 | The Glazed Surface Ryan Takaba Glazing should take more time than many students think! Focus on the vessel’s glazed surface and the many application techniques that may be applied. Experimentation and persistence in firing will be the goal allowing students the chance to learn and fire the gas kiln. The potter’s wheel will be used to create a series of small forms while experimenting with cone 10 glazes. See *ceramic Note. Prerequisite: At least three intermediate-level classes. Tues, Sept 24 – Dec 10 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $345 (Members: $330) | 12 sessions Advanced
ALSO SEE: 9509 | Mixed Media Sculpture: Mystery Boxes listed under Other Media. OTHER TOPICS on Page 26.
1059 | Low-Temperature: Handbuilt Sculpture Dennis W. Smith This class is designed to stimulate the creative thought process through assigned projects and themes working with commercially produced underglaze, glaze and slips in the low-temperature firing range. Projects will be built around three construction techniqiues; press mold, flat coil and thick slab. There will be demonstrations in the making of simple plaster press molds and the making of textured tile for the testing of oxide washes and underglaze as a treatment for sculptural surfaces as well. Prerequisite: Students should have a strong foundation in handbuilding techniques, and must have taken a minimum of two intermediate-level classes. See *ceramic Note. Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $345 (Members: $330) | 12 sessions
CERAMIC Note: Intermediate and advanced students will be required to spend time outside of the scheduled class period to load and fire kilns under appropriate supervision of the instructor. Those students who are unable to arrange time to participate in the loading and firing of scheduled kilns should not enroll in these classes.
Advanced
1080 | Independent Study Diana Kersey Independent Study is designed for advanced-level students who are self-motivated, technically capable of firing kilns, willing to push their creative abilities, and who wish to create a body of work during the term. Prior to registering: Students must submit a proposal prior to registering and be approved for this class. The proposal must clearly state the intended goals of the student’s Independent Study. A link to the Independent Study Proposal Form is available at www.swschool.org under Community Classes Quick Link. Students must apply before Jul 31, and if approved, will be contacted by email on or before Aug 5, 2013. The instructor reserves the right to reject proposals that do not concur with the purpose of Independent Study. Prerequisite: Students must have had a minimum of three advanced-level classes. See *ceramic Note. Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | McAllister Ceramics Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $345 (Members: $330) | 12 sessions
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drawing.painting. printmaking The Drawing, Painting and Printmaking Department offers a full curriculum of classes in wellequipped studios on both campuses. The professionalcaliber printmaking studio is considered one of the finest in the region.
drawing & painting Core Class | Beginning
8001 | Basic Drawing
Gregory Alan Johnson, Chris Sauter & Kate Terrell Drawing is a learned skill based on hand-eye coordination; anyone can learn to draw, and it is a basic tool needed for all classes offered at the Southwest School of Art. Through free-hand drawing, students will render 3-dimensional objects — using drawing principles of line, shape, value, texture, perspective and composition — in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Bring an 18 by 24inch drawing pad, a selection of graphite pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class. 8001a: Johnson | Tues, Sept 24 – Nov 26 | 10:00am – 1:00pm Duncan Studio | Navarro 8001b: Sauter | Tues, Sept 24 – Nov 26 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Duncan Studio | Navarro 8001c: Terrell | Sat, Sept 28 – Dec 7 | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No class Nov 30) Briscoe Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
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Core Class | Beginning/Intermediate
8002 | Drawing Studio
Sabra Booth, Karen Baker & Gregory Alan Johnson This multi-level class is for beginners with some drawing background or for experienced student-artists who would like to refresh their drawing skills. Topics will explore value, space, composition and concept, as well as different drawing styles and materials. Students will move beyond using drawing merely to render objects accurately, and will come to view drawing as a challenging vehicle for expression of both form and narrative. Bring a sketchbook or drawing pad (size 11 by 14 or 18 by 24-inches) and a selection of pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class. Prerequisite: Basic Drawing or equivalent experience. 8002a: Booth | Fri, Fri, Sept 27 – Dec 6 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Nov 29) Duncan Studio | Navarro 8002b: Baker | Tues, Oct 1 – Dec 3 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | Bowers Studio | Ursuline 8002c: Johnson | Thurs, Oct 3 – Dec 12 | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No class Nov 28) Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions
Core Class | All Levels
8007 | Basic Design.1 Jessica DeCuir
Two-dimensional design is an essential foundation for all studio art courses. This basic design course introduces the elements and principles of two-dimensional art and explores how they are applied in creative works. Emphasis is on developing strong design concepts, compositions, technique and style while experimenting with a variety of materials. No drawing or painting experience is required. Bring an 11 by 14-inch drawing pad, a selection of pencils and an eraser; additional materials will be discussed at the first class. Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Nov 27) Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 11 sessions All Levels | Age 14 & up
9001 | Portfolio Development: Observational Drawing Jeannette MacDougall This class is designed for the high school student, college transfer student or adult seeking to develop drawing skills. Observational drawing, the number one skill top art schools want to see proficiency in, will be the focus. Students will warm-up with sketches and gestural studies and have the opportunity to work on major drawings from interesting still-lifes and live models. Students are encouraged to bring a portfolio of current work for feedback and direction. Please bring an 8 by 10-inch sketch book. Includes drawing materials; however, students are encouraged to additional drawing supplies such as colored pencils or pastels. Sat, Oct 5 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $145 (Members: $130) | 1 session
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8080 | Cartooning Comics, Caricature & Anime Mike Fisher Cartooning, or visual storytelling, is more than just an enjoyable indulgence of the imagination; it speaks to interests such as editorial illustration, children’s book illustration, comic strips, comic books and storyboarding. Its various forms combine caricature, figure drawing and illustration through the medium of ink and watercolor on paper. Instruction will focus on character development, illusions of movement, sequential staging, setting management, inking and coloring — all aimed towards the refinement of the student’s own narratives and ideas. Bring a 9 by 12-inch sketchbook and a sharpened pencil to the first class. Thurs, Sept 26 – Dec 12 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Oct 3 & 28) Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions All Levels
8010 | Basic Painting
TBA, Rainey & Miguel Cortinas Basic Painting is an ideal class for the beginning or intermediate student-artist who wants a structured approach to painting. Instruction will cover color mixing, paint application, selection and use of brushes and other painting tools, as well as painting composition. Students will use a limited color palette in order to learn how to mix a variety of colors. Bring a sketchbook; a materials list will be discussed at the first class. There are no prerequisites; however, Basic Drawing is recommended. Note: 8010a works with acrylics, 8010b works with oils, and 8010c works with both oils and acrylics. 8010a: TBA | Tues, Sept 24 – Dec 3 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro 8010b: Rainey | Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 4 | 9:30 – 12:30pm | Duncan Studio | Navarro 8010c: Cortinas | Sat, Sept 28 – Dec 14 | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No class Nov 30) Duncan Studio | Navarro Tuition: $275 (Members: $260) | 11 sessions All Levels
6014 | Intro to Pastels & Mixed Media Rainey This class will begin by exploring pastels, using both conventional and experimental techniques, and then make the leap to combining pastels with acrylic paints and collage. Investigate the flexibility of different pastel types — traditional, soft, hard, pencil and oil. Combinations with paint, other materials and support structures will lead students down myriad paths to explore the relationship between technique and concept. Prerequisite: Some drawing experience is helpful. Mon, Oct 7 – Nov 25 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Briscoe Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $240 (Members: $225) | 8 sessions
Open Studio Drawing & Painting Students who are currently registered in a drawing or painting class can use the studios for practicing techniques taught in the classroom any time the building is open and class is not in session. Sept 28 – Dec 14 | Mon – Fri | 10:00am – 9:00pm and Sat & Sun | 11:00am – 4:00pm Duncan Studio or Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro
10 “The opportunity to learn from the instructor and fellow advanced students was amazing.”
Intermediate/Advanced
8030 | Painting Studio Chris Sauter
This class is designed to develop and clarify the student’s painting style and expand their technical skills. Sauter will tailor discussions and demonstrations to the developing needs of each student-artist. As the class progresses, students will have the opportunity to learn ways of adding other media to their paintings. Prerequisite: Previous painting experience. Bring a blank canvas or a work in progress, images or a sample of finished work. Students should bring painting supplies they currently use to the first class; suggestions for additional materials will be discussed at that time. Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Nov 27) | Duncan Studio | Navarro Tuition: $280 (Members: $265) | 11 sessions All Levels
8011 | Watercolor Painting Brad Braune & Ric Dentinger
This class is for the first-time painter, as well as the student who would like to learn more about the various approaches to painting in this very direct medium. Demonstrations will be given each week, showing students how to paint wet-on-wet washes, dry-on-wet washes and with a dry brush. Color theory as it relates to watercolor will be discussed. A materials list will be provided at the first class. Intermediate-level students, while developing an independent vision, will learn ways to improve their painting skills through advance demonstration, practice and critique. 8011a: Braune | Mon, Sept 23 – Nov 25 | 6:30 – 9:30pm 8011b: Dentinger | Tues, Sept 24 – Nov 26 | 9:30am – 12:30pm Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
8019 | Intermediate Watercolor Painting Ric Dentinger
This watercolor course will employ a unique approach to intermediate and advanced techniques. Gouache and other materials will be introduced as a minor element. Creative self-expression and a design mindset will be encouraged; color theory and methods for applying paint will be explored, as will gouache and other materials/ methods. Step-by-step demos, along with individual and group critiques, will be regular conduits for learning. Students will work from still-life, imagination or photographs. Students should bring painting supplies they currently use; additional materials will be discussed the first class. Prerequisite: Previous watercolor painting experience required. Wed, Sept 25 – Nov 27 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions
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8038 | Watercolor Landscape Soomin Jung This two-day watercolor landscape workshop is designed for the beginning to intermediate student who has some drawing or painting experience and would like to take their technique to the next level; however, solid painting skills or previous painting experiences are not required. Introduction to materials, color mixing theories and practice as well as various techniques will be covered. It will not be a stepby-step instruction on how to paint a final product, but the stepping stone to polish one’s own language in art. Sat & Sun, Oct 12 & 13 | 10:30am – 4:30pm | Painting & Drawing Studio | Navarro Tuition: $160 (Members: $145) | 2 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
8015 | Exploring Personal Imagery Jeannette MacDougall MacDougall will use painting and drawing explorations to help students discover, and uncover, ideas and concepts. Students will begin with drawing materials and a color palette in water-based pigments to study value and form — working with still-lifes, models, photographic images and their own imagination. Exercises and quick studies will develop a fluid, very personal approach to painting. Prerequisite: Students should have taken at least one Basic Drawing and Basic Painting class or equivalent experience. Tues, Oct 1 – Dec 3 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Briscoe Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $275 (Members: $260) | 10 sessions All Levels
8087 | Landscape Painting Jeanette MacDougall Working from photographs and plein air (outdoor) sketching, students will learn basic landscape principles. Students will explore different grounds and water-based painting media and study stylistic examples of artists who have worked within these methods. Painting application and various working approaches will be demonstrated and encouraged. Required materials will be discussed at the first class. Previous drawing or painting experience recommended, but not required. Tues, Oct 1 – Dec 3 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | Briscoe Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $265 (Members: $250) | 10 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
8025 | The Figure In Drawing & Painting Vincent Valdez This course offers a combination of traditional and alternative approaches to the body in art. Students will explore various interpretations of the human form, from representation to abstraction. To develop their personal style, students will work from live models and personal images, using a variety of waterbased media and experimental techniques. Bring an 18 by 24-inch drawing pad, a selection of pencils and an eraser to the first class; additional materials will be discussed at that time. Model fees are included. Prerequisite: Previous drawing experience. Thurs, Sept 19 – Nov 21 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Duncan Studio | Navarro Tuition: $295 (Members: $280) | 10 sessions
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8026 | The Figure: Advanced Studies Vincent Valdez This advanced course is an intensive exploration of various techniques and approaches depicting the anatomy and construction of the human body. The skeletal and muscular structures of the body, dramatic lighting and drapery on the body will be explored. Through exercises, students will experiment with the following: charcoal, conté crayon, grey-scale pastels and graphite. Bring an 18 by 24-inch drawing pad, a selection of pencils and an eraser to the first class; additional materials will be discussed at that time. Model fees are included. Prerequisite: 8025 | The Figure in Drawing & Painting or similar experience. Fri, Sept 20 – Nov 22 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Duncan Studio | Navarro Tuition: $295 (Members: $280) | 10 sessions NEW | Intermediate/Advanced
8024 | The Figure In Flesh Vincent Valdez Students will develop various methods and alternative palettes which will take skin color beyond basic approaches. Techniques of building flesh tones in oils, dynamic lighting, shadows and color theory will be examined extensively throughout this course. Learn the basic building blocks of flesh tones and quickly move on to the further challenges in oil painting with focus on working from live models. Numerous instructor demonstrations, slide lectures and critiques will also be presented. Bring current painting materials to the first class; material list for flesh tones paints will be discussed the first day. Model fees are included. Prerequisite: Oil painting experience is required. Mon, Oct 7 – Dec 9 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | Duncan Studio | Navarro Tuition: $295 (Members: $280) | 10 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
8032 | Painting Portraits Mira Hnatyshyn
Learn step-by-step techniques for painting portraits from live models in one sitting. Class instruction will include analyzing tonal value and mixing flesh tone colors. Students will produce between three and six portraits. Students should bring their painting supplies they currently use, a sketchbook and pencil to the first class; suggestions for additional materials will be discussed at that time. Model fees are included. Prerequisite: Previous painting experience required. Wed, Sept 25 – Nov 20 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | Briscoe Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $270 (Members: $255) | 9 sessions
13 Open Studio Printmaking Students who are currently registered in a printmaking class can use the studio for practicing techniques taught in the classroom any time the building is open and class is not in session.
printmaking & mixed media All Levels
Sept 28 – Dec 14 | Mon – Fri | 10:00am – 9:00pm and Sat & Sun | 11:00am – 4:00pm Open on Fri night only when Fri night classes are in session. Please call ahead. Flohr Print Studio | Navarro
6089 | Introduction to Encaustics Michelle Belto Encaustic, an ancient painting tradition, employs rich pigments combined with pure beeswax and resins to create a versatile medium ideal for artistic exploration. Artwork appears to glow, having both depth and translucency. This weekend workshop covers basic materials and formulas, safety procedures, and historical use. Demonstrations will show tools and techniques for fusing, transparencies and glazes, mark-making, building up of texture, line and edge, collage, assemblage, and image transfer. There will be ample time for hands-on experimentation. Includes most materials; please see SSA website for materials list. Fri – Sun, Nov 15 – 17 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $260 (Members: $245) | 3 sessions All Levels
6027 | Art Materials FX / Mixed Media Margaret Craig Get the most out of art materials — whether traditional or nontraditional. Students will learn about substrates, including plaster, wood, cardboard and paper. This is a good class for those working in other disciplines who want to add mixed media to their work. Find out about “mock” lacquer, sanded paint, epoxy, crackle effects, spray-paint, stencils, special effects, medium combinations, paint-skins, collage and photo transfer. Materials will be available for experimentation, however students should bring painting supplies they may already have. No previous painting experience required, but some art experience expected. Thurs, Oct 3 – Dec 12 | 11:00am – 2:00pm (No class Thurs, Nov 28) Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $280 (Members: $265) | 10 sessions
Printmaking Artist-InResidence Program Artists experienced in printmaking are invited to apply for the opportunity to spend up to three months working in the Flohr Print Studio. We will teach experienced intaglio printmakers nontoxic alternatives. See details at www. swschool.org or contact Margaret Craig at mcraig@swschool.org for more details.
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6111 | Non-Toxic Printmaking Nicole Geary & Margaret Craig
Nicole Geary Collection mixed media print
In this class, students will explore these printmaking methods and focus on the area of greatest individual interest. Beginning level students will try various types of non-toxic printmaking: relief, monotype, collograph and etching. Class instruction will include producing the plate or matrix, printing and editioning. Intermediate level students will have the opportunity to explore more advance projects in etching, relief, lithography, screen-print and collograph. A materials list will be provided at the first class. Note: Section 6111a is for beginning-level students and Section 6111b is for intermediate only; Section 6111c is open to all levels.
“The class has 6111a: Geary | Tues, Oct 1 – Dec 3 | 10:30am – 1:30pm provided me 6111b: Craig | Wed, Oct 2 – Dec 11 | 10:30am – 1:30pm (No class Nov 27) 6111c: Craig | Wed, Oct 2 – Dec 11 | 6:30 – 9:30pm (No class Nov 27) with further Flohr Print Studio | Navarro knowledge in Tuition: $285 (Members: $270) | 10 sessions printmaking All Levels techniques, advancing my 6104 | Digital Transfer & Watercolor Monotype skills in this area.” Margaret Craig
6100 | Print Studio Rental Studio Rental provides shared studio work time to those experienced in printmaking. A monitor will supervise the studio, but no instruction will be available. Prerequisite: Please call Margaret Craig, Department Chair, in advance at 210.224.1848, ext. 421. Alternate dates available by appointment. Currently enrolled students may work in the studio for no cost any time the building is open and class is not in session. Duncan Painting & Drawing Studio or Drawing & Design Studio | Navarro Sept 28 – Dec 14 | Mon – Fri | 10:00am – 9:00pm and Sat & Sun | 11:00am – 4:00pm 6100a: 4-hour block: $60 (Members: $45) | 1 session 6100b: unlimited time: $295 (Members: $280) | multiple sessions
Watercolor monotypes are single prints created by transference of a plate with dry watercolor to wet paper using a press. Inkjet printer images, also water-based, can be transferred in the same way. In this workshop students will explore the textured surface of watercolor monotypes, as well as learn to produce special transparencies for digital images and how they can be transferred on to paper. Images can then be combined, manipulated, distorted, and overprinted to create unique artworks. All materials provided; bring five images (jpeg) on a thumb-drive or compact disk. Some drawing experience is helpful; however, no printmaking experience is required. Sat & Sun, Oct 19 & 20 | 10:30am – 5:00pm Flohr Print Studio and Digital Imaging Studio | Navarro Tuition: $180 (Members: $165) | 2 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
6999 | Independent Study: Mixed Media & Printmaking Margaret Craig This class is an opportunity for student-artists who have repeatedly taken mixed media or printmaking classes and want time to check in with the instructor to review techniques or receive feedback. Students will also have studio and equipment access when the building is open and other classes are not in session. Prerequisite: Previous printmaking or mixed media painting experience, or certificate student status and consent of instructor. Note: Craig is available to meet with Independent Study students during the following times, although other times may be arranged by contacting Craig at 210.224.1848, ext 421. 6999a: Wed, Oct 2 – Dec 11 | 5:30 – 6:30pm 6999b: Thurs, Oct 3 – Dec 12 | 3:00 — 4:00pm Flohr Print Studio & Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $275 (Members: $260) | 10 sessions
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fibers.textiles
weaving Beginning
2001 | Beginning Weaving Casey Galloway
In this introductory class, students will learn to calculate and wind a warp to weave a sampler of various structures. Learning to read drafts (patterns) will also be covered. After dressing (threading) their looms, students will use several kinds of weft fibers to weave plain weave, twills, inlays, lace and weft face structures. Attention will be paid to good structure and weaving habits. Each weaver will have exclusive use of a floor loom for the semester. A supply list will be provided at the first session. Note: This class is a prerequisite to 2002 | On Loom Weaving Studio Projects.
The Fiber Department is committed to the preservation of cultural traditions from around the world and offers classes in weaving, tapestry, basketry, feltmaking, dyeing and surface design. The department’s 50 floor looms make this one of the largest weaving programs in the United States.
2001 a: Mon, Sept 23 – Dec 9 | 6:00 – 9:00pm 2001 b: Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 9:30am – 12:30pm Maxham Fiber Studio, 2nd Floor | Ursuline Tuition: $290 (Members: $275) | 12 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
2002 | On Loom Weaving Studio Projects Robert Hils
This program is designed for intermediate and advanced studentartists who wish to pursue their own direction in weaving. Acquiring new structural and manual skills and exploring new materials will be emphasized, as will reviewing warping techniques, drafting and finishing. Individual planning sessions and instruction will allow students to proceed at their own pace. Each weaver will have exclusive use of one of the Fiber Department’s large collection of floor looms, from four to 16 harnesses. Prerequisite: Beginning Weaving or equivalent experience. 2002a: Mon, Sept 16 – Dec 9 | 6:00 – 9:00pm 2002b: Tues, Sept 17 – Dec 10 | 9:30am – 12:30pm 2002c: Wed, Sept 18 – Dec 11 | 9:30am – 12:30pm 2002d: Thurs, Sept 19 – Dec 12 | 6:00 – 9:00pm (No class Oct 3 & Nov 28) Maxham Fiber Studio, 1st & 2nd Floor | Ursuline Tuition: a/b/c $300 (Members: $285) | 13 sessions d/ $280 (Members: $265) | 11 sessions
Open Studio Weaving Students enrolled in a weaving class have access to the studios for working independently outside of class during the following times: Maxham Fiber Studio 1st & 2nd Floor | Ursuline Sept 16 – Dec 9 Mon & Thurs, 4:00 – 6:00pm; Tues & Wed, 12:30 – 2:30pm; and Fri | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No studio Oct 3 & Nov 28)
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Beginning
2003 | Tapestry Weaving: The Basics Liza Collins
This intensive two-day class will lead students step-by-step through traditional flat tapestry weaving techniques. Tapestry is the most basic of weave structure, but offers the artist a wide range of visual possibilities. Students will learn how to prepare a warp and weave simple shapes. The class is designed for both beginners and those with experience wishing to refresh their skills. Looms and materials are provided. Fri & Sat, Sept 27 & 28 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Priest’s House 2nd Floor | Ursuline Tuition: $175 (Members: $160) | 2 sessions NEW | All Levels
2005 | Designing for Tapestry Liza Collins
All woven tapestries, from the simplest to the most intricate, should begin with a strong resolved design or cartoon. This class will focus on tapestry design and design interpretation, and guides students through the process of creating their own tapestry designs. Visual elements unique to the medium of tapestry weaving will be explored along with individual pictorial expression. Students should bring a visual reference source to work from such as a drawing, painting, collage, photograph, etc. Please see SSA website for a list of materials. Sat, Nov 2 | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Priest’s House, 2nd Floor | Ursuline Tuition: $85 (Members: $70) | 1 session
textiles & surface design JENNIFER REIS (BFA, Columbus College of Art and Design; MA, Syracuse University; MA, Morehead State University), professor at Morehead State University, is a teaching and exhibiting artist. Her work has been shown at WomanMade Gallery, Museum of the American Quilter’s Society, the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft, Craft Alliance, Society for Contemporary Craft and the Southern Ohio Museum.
VISITING ARTIST | SPECIAL CLASS | All Levels
2910 | Embellished Textile Assemblage Jennifer Reis | Morehead, KY Embellished Textile Assemblage focuses on hand-worked textile surface techniques guiding students from basic to advanced skills in fabric, thread, beads and found objects. Hand stitching, appliqué, thread and bead embroidery, and found object embellishment will be utilized by participants through creating a small sampler, as well as a textile assemblage of their own concept and design. Advanced embellishment skills such as shisha (little glass) mirrors, sequin rosettes and beaded bezels will be covered. The workshop wraps up with presentation options for finished work. Please see SSA website for a materials list. Participants should bring a lunch both days. Sat & Sun, Oct 12 & 13 | 9:30am – 4:30pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $275 (Members: $260) | 2 sessions
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2861 | Painting on Silk: Resist & Dye Techniques Nadia Khan | Houston, TX Using French silk dyes and silk cloth, participants will learn resist techniques to create images and texture. Methods for creating hidden gutta resist lines will be studied and techniques using other types of resists will be explored. Methods for preparing and stretching silk for painting and the steam-setting process for fixing the dyes will be demonstrated. Participants will create multiple pieces using the various techniques. Students may work on special projects using other techniques during this workshop with the permission of the instructor. Previous silk painting experience useful, but not required. Most materials will be provided; please see the SSA website for a list of materials. Participants should bring a lunch both days. Sat & Sun, Oct 26 & 27 | 9:30am – 4:00pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $230) | 2 sessions All Levels
2492 | Pattern-making for Fiber Artists Melinda Adams This course introduces the weaver or surface designer to the basic principles and techniques of flat pattern development and their application for hand-created textiles. Through a combination of lectures and demonstrations, students will work toward a final project learning such techniques as basic bodice manipulations, skirt manipulations, collars and facing sleeve manipulation and torso development. Students will also understand how twodimensional shape translates to the three-dimensional form, as well as recognizing garment shape and how to apply flat pattern to create shape. Basic sewing and math skills are required. Please see the SSA website for a list of materials. Fri, Sept 20 – Oct 25 | 1:00 – 4:00pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $230 (Members: $215) | 6 sessions NEW | All levels
2237 | Surface Design Playground Lisa Kerpoe Allow time for a little fun and play this fall. Each week, the instructor will demonstrate a surface design technique of the participant’s choosing. Students will use class time to experiment with the techniques, or take advantage of the studio space and explore their own projects. Bring one to two yards of fabric, rubber gloves and a dust mask to the first class. Additional supplies will be discussed during future classes. Tue, Oct 15 – Dec 3 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $235) | 8 sessions NEW | All Levels
2244 | Mixed Media on Cloth Lisa Kerpoe Explore diverse media to add color and pattern to cloth while creating a scroll journal. Students will let their inner muse play with watercolor crayons, metallic powder, colored pencil, metal and paper lamination, acrylic paints and gels, watercolor, india ink and more! The instructor will demonstrate numerous techniques and students will have time to create multiple pages for their scroll journal. After assembling their journal, students will finish it off by adding beads, stitching, ribbons and other embellishments. Please see the SSA website for a list of materials. Sat & Sun, Nov 2 & 3 | 9:30am – 4:30pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $175 (Members: $160) | 2 sessions
Nadia Khan has been a silk painter since the 1980s and continues to study new techniques and explore different styles of painting. Her designs are used for fabrics, scarves and paintings. She teaches at various institutions, including the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft.
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jewelry.metals From its fully equipped, stateof-the-art studio, the Metals Department offers a wide range of classes in construction, casting, forming, and alternative processes with an emphasis on jewelry, functional and sculptural objects.
All Levels
3001 | Basic Metal Skills.1 Jill Palone
This class is all about introducing students to basic and fundamental techniques and tools used to create unique jewelry and metalsmithed objects. Students will work through a series of samples and projects presented by the instructor focusing not only on technique, but also individual expression. Topics taught will include sawing, basic forming and forging, findings, clasps, silver-soldering, riveting, surface embellishment and surface finishing. *See SUPPLIES Note. Tues, Sept 17 – Dec 3 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $325 (Members: $310) | 12 sessions
SUPPLIES NOTE: Tuition for metals classes covers basic studio supplies, chemicals, tools and equipment. However, students should anticipate additional fees for other tools, metal and findings for their samples or projects. Some supplies are available for purchase directly from the Metals Department during class time or Open Lab. See Metals Student Letter under the Materials List page on the SSA website.
Intermediate
3011 | Basic Metal Skills.2 Gary Schott
Through the exploration of hollow construction and relevant projects, students will create unique and intimate objects while continueing to develop their silver-soldering, riveting, and construction skills. Etching metal surfaces will be introduced as a method for narrative and abstract imagery, allowing further ability for individual and creative expression. Additional surface embellishment and finishing techniques will be discussed and demonstrated as needed. This class serves as the final prerequisite for Advanced Studio Projects. *See SUPPLIES Note. Wed, Sept 18 – Dec 4 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm (No class Nov 27) Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $315 (Members: $300) | 11 sessions All Levels
3032 | Color On Metal: Patinas Gary Schott
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
Patination is a very traditional method of creating rich colors, texture and contrasting surfaces to metal surfaces, both for jewelry and sculptural applications. Students will learn simple box/wall tile construction with copper, brass and thin gauge steel; how to prepare metal surfaces; patina safety and equipment and a variety of methods for application — torch/heat, immersion, burial, and vapor. Methods of coldconnecting (riveting, tabs, etc.) will be discussed and demonstrated as well. Students will apply their experimentation to create wall pieces as the final project for the class. *See SUPPLIES Note. Thurs, Sept 26 – Dec 5 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | (No class Nov 28) Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $310 (Members: $295) | 10 sessions
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3119 | Let’s Make A Toy! Gary Schott Who says art has to be serious? Play is important to creativity too! During this class students will work towards fabricating a traditional folk-toy jumping jack. We will use non-ferrous metals (copper, brass, etc.) and work with a variety of cold-connection methods (rivets, tabs, etc.) to create eye-catching, kinetic constructions. Basic jewelry-scale techniques such as layout, using a jeweler’s saw, drilling, surface embellishment and finishing techniques will be demonstrated as well. There are no prerequisites. *See SUPPLIES Note. Tues, Sept 24 – Oct 29 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $205 (Members: $190) | 6 sessions All Levels
3050 | Soldering Skills: Making a Cookie Cutter Sarah Roberts What better excuse to practice soldering and construction skills than by making a unique, handmade object. This shorter class will cover multiple methods of application of silver-solder to seams, score-n-bend joints, as well as emphasizing other relevant processes (etching, roll printing, cold-connections, hydraulic embossing/ forming, etc.). *See SUPPLIES Note. Thurs, Oct 10 – Nov 14 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $200 (Members: $185) | 6 sessions NEW | All Levels
3019 | PMC3: Making Your Own Brooch Findings Lorena Angulo This class will focus on methods to construct the mechanisms of a brooch using PMC3, a silver metal clay. Students will create a wearable brooch that they will then attach their own pin back mechanism, emphasizing unique and personal styles and design. The instructor will help guide them through this creative process while giving technical advice and demonstrations, include the use of a metal clay extruder. Tuition includes a 25 grams of PMC3, students wish to work larger may preorder additional material for Metal Clay Supply. Sat & Sun, Nov 2 & 3 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $225 (Members: $210) | 2 sessions All Levels
3110 | Weekend Intro to Jewelry-Making Techniques Jill Palone What does it take to make a ring? Construction of handmade rings will be the focus in this two-day workshop. Students will be introducred to the basic techniques of working with non-ferrous metals (copper, brass, silver), basic hand tools, forging, forming, silver-soldering, surface embellishment and finishing techniques. With complete attendance, students should expect to walk away with at least two finished projects. *See SUPPLIES Note. Sat & Sun, Oct 12 & 13 | 9:30am – 4:30pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $180 (Members: $165) | 2 sessions
Jewelry. Metals ArtistIn-Residence Program Artists experienced in metals and jewelry are invited to apply for the opportunity to spend up to nine months working in the Willson Metals Studio. See details at www.swschool.org.
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Artist Talk Sat, Oct 5 | 5:00pm Ellison Lecture Hall | Navarro FREE & open to the public TOM MUIR is a Distinguished Research Professor in the School of Art at Bowling Green State University, where he is head of the Jewelry and Metalsmithing department. He received his MFA from Indiana University, Bloomington, and his BFA degree from Georgia State University. Muir has lectured and taught widely, holding positions at universities and craft schools around the country. His awardwinning work has been published and exhibited extensively, including The Art of Gold traveling exhibit, The White House Collection of American Crafts, National Museum of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
VISITING ARTIST | SPECIAL CLASS | Intermediate
3851 | Clasps & Catches: Enhancing Work with Creative Mechanisms Tom Muir | Bowling Green, OH Knowing and understanding a range of clasps is essential to creating professional jewelry. In this workshop, three catches and clasps will be explored and fabricated by participants. Creative applications and the mechanical principles that apply to catches and clasps will be developed through an examination of actual samples, slides and discussions. Students will create samples of a key catch, bayonet clasp with stainless steel spring, and a box catch. No experience is necessary but, basic metalsmithing skills would be helpful. Sat & Sun, Oct 5 & 6 | 9:30am – 4:30pm | Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $325 (Members: $310) | 2 sessions | Please register by Sept 20. Intermediate/Advanced
3200 | Advanced Studio Projects Jill Palone & Gary Schott This class is for motivated students who wish to pursue a new or continued topic of metalworking and/or jewelry-making to create a small body of work. Students are expected to have a good base of fundamental skills but may use this course to pursue new processes. Although projects are self-directed, the instructor will work with each student to assist with design, aesthetic, and/or technical decisions. Access will be given to all of the equipment/processes of the metals studio for this class as it relates to the chosen focus. *See SUPPLIES Note. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic Metal Skills.1 & .2 or equivalent experience. 3200a: Palone | Mon, Sept 16 – Dec 2 | 6:00 – 9:00pm 3200b: Schott | Wed, Sept 18 – Dec 4 | 9:30am – 12:30pm Willson Metals Studio | Navarro Tuition: $335 (Members: $320) | 12 sessions
3000 | Metals Studio Rental Tom Muir. Detail. Teapot silver
The Willson Metals Studio is a fully-equipped workspace providing a shared work environment for students and professionals. A lab monitor will supervise each session; however, no instruction will be available. Students must contact Department Chair Gary Schott, 210.224.1848, ext. 413 prior to enrolling. The fee includes access to the entire studio and consumable materials (i.e. torches, etching chemicals, etc.). Sheet metal, wire and casting grain are available for purchase from the Metals Department, but large quantities should be ordered separately by the individual. Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed Basic Jewelry Skills.1 & .2 or equivalent experience. Sept 17 – Dec 5 | Tues, Wed & Thurs | 1:00 – 4:00pm and Thurs | 6:00 – 9:00pm (No open studio Oct 3 & Nov 28) Studio Rental Rates: 3000a: 9-hr block of time without enrollment in a metals class: $80 (Members: $65) 3000b: unlimited lab hours without enrollment in a metals class: $335 (Members: $320)
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photography
All Levels
5006 | Introduction to Photography.1 Ramin Samandari
This introductory class is designed for those who want to learn basic creative control of their manual 35mm film or digital SLR camera. Sessions will cover cameras, focal lengths, composition, camera angles, and strategies for making successful photographs. This class reveals methods to make the student’s photographs more interesting, dynamic and impactful by using simple techniques and compositional tools. The instructor will work individually with students to solve specific problems. 5006a: Mon, Sept 16 – Oct 14 | 10:00am – 12:00pm 5006b: Mon, Sept 16 – Oct 14 | 7:00 – 9:00pm Ellison Lecture Hall | Navarro Tuition: $165 (Members: $150) | 5 sessions All Levels
5007 | Introduction to Photography.2 Ramin Samandari
This class continues where the Introduction to Photography.1 class ends and expands upon its content in greater depth. Class assignments will cover topics such as the use of available light, flash, tripod and creative camera control. This class will emphasize the creative and innovative applications of equipment to achieve inspired photographs. Mon, Oct 21 – Nov 18 | 7:00 – 9:00pm | Ellison Lecture Hall | Navarro Tuition: $165 (Members: $150) | 5 sessions All Levels
5001 | Intro to the Digital Camera Sarah Pagona
Digital cameras can be easy and fun to use but expanded knowledge can take results to a higher level. Students will explore all controls, features, and functions of their camera. This class covers how to take better photographs as well as how to transfer images from camera to computer or the internet. Students will discover thier camera’s potential by practicing classic shot techniques, and learn how to manage their digital assets, by editing, preparing, printing and archiving images. 5001a: Tues, Sept 24 – Oct 29 | 7:00 – 9:00pm 5001b: Tues, Nov 5 – Dec 10 | 7:00 – 9:00pm Digital Imaging Studio | Navarro Tuition: $175 (Members: $160) | 6 sessions
The Photography Department offers instruction in traditional darkroom, digital and alternative imaging; provides a solid technical foundation of camera, digital workspace, and darkroom skills; encourages innovative techniques; and expands aesthetic awareness.
Open Studio Students enrolled in a photography class have access to the studios for working independently outside of class during the following times: Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Sept 21 – Dec 8 Mon – Fri, 12:30 – 9:00pm and Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 4:00pm Open on Fri nights only when Fri night classes are in session. Please call ahead.
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5202 | Digital Imaging.1 Ramin Samandari
This course is designed to expand the student’s skills in pixel-based photographic design and printing. Adobe Photoshop® is the primary image processing program used to digitally enhance, alter and retouch images, so a thorough grounding in Photoshop can be the beginning of a rewarding digital experience. Using digital cameras to capture images, as well as flatbed and film scanners to digitize other photographic images, students will then use PC-platform computers to improve or alter those images. A variety of output methods will be used, including laser and ink jet printers, to introduce students to the artistic possibilities of digital photography. Note: Working knowledge of PC-platform computers helpful. 5202a: Tues, Sept 24 – Dec 10 | 9:00am – 12:00pm 5202b: Wed, Sept 25 – Dec 11 | 6:00 – 9:00pm Digital Imaging Studio | Navarro Tuition: $340 (Members: $325) | 12 sessions
“No matter how All Levels 5010 | Black & White Darkroom many times I Victor Pagona take this class, class is designed for photographers who have no previous I learn something This darkroom experience or those who want to expand their knowledge new.” of the darkroom. Student will learn about black & white film developing and printing, dodging and burning of prints, toning, print retouching and print finishing. Essential elements of camera handling, metering, lens accessories, camera accessories and composition issues will be explained and demonstrated. Wed, Sept 18 – Dec 4 | 6:00 – 9:00pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $350 (Members: $335) | 12 sessions All Levels
5033 | Intro to Basic Darkroom Victor Pagona
This class is for photographers with previous darkroom experience who would like to achieve better mastery over their equipment and materials. Film exposure, film developing, black & white printing, and print composition will be discussed. Darkroom techniques will be explored, including toning, reducing, intensifying and bleaching. Presentation of prints, including dry mounting, matting and hand tinting, will also be discussed. Thurs, Sept 19 – Dec 5 | 9:30am – 12:30pm (No class Nov 28) Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $335 (Members: $320) | 11 sessions Advanced
5035 | Intermediate/Advanced Darkroom Victor Pagona
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
This class is designed for the advanced photographer who desires a challenging environment in which darkroom skills can be honed. Through darkroom demonstrations, class assignments, field trips and informal gatherings to discuss photographic ideas, students will finish the term with a rich body of work ready for exhibition. Prerequisite: Instructor approval of portfolio prior to enrollment. Wed, Sept 18 – Dec 4 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $360 (Members: $345) | 12 sessions
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NEW | Intermediate
5082 | Emotive Lighting Greg Kinney Understand how to control and create light, the “grammar” of photography, in this hands-on class. Learn to use and modify existing light when available, and create expressive light using strobes and hot lights when necessary. Discussion and demonstration of the emotional impact of different lighting sources on color and black and white images will also be covered. Tues, Oct 1 – Nov 5 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $180 (Members: $165) | 6 sessions Intermediate/Advanced
5096 | Van Dyke Brown Photograph Victor Pagona
This class offers the rare opportunity to experience and learn Van Dyke printing, a historic process that is rarely taught in this country. The Van Dyke process is one of the most basic of all the silver salt emulsions. This process has been called “the poor man’s platinum” and, rightly so, as the finished prints are beautiful; the photographs are light brown to chocolate brown in color. Sat & Sun, Nov 16 & 17 | 9:30am – 4:00pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $230 (Members: $215) | 2 sessions
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5265 | Controlling & Understanding Exposure Sarah Pagona
This class is designed to enhance the digital photographer’s understanding of exposure — whether photographing landscapes, still life, portraitures, or any other subject matter. Student-artists will explore how the camera meters a scene and learn how shutter speeds and apertures work separately and in combination. Understanding the principles of exposure will greatly improve photography and confidence when it comes to taking quality digital photographs. Note: A digital SLR camera with manual settings and working knowledge of the camera is required. Please bring camera to class. Sat, Oct 12 | 10:00am – 1:00pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $85 (Members: $70) | 1 session All Levels
5091 | Improving Your Photographs Victor Pagona
Students do not need to buy new cameras, lenses or other expensive equipment to take dramatically better photographs. This seminar reveals methods to make photographs more interesting, dynamic and successful by using simple techniques and compositional tools that professional photographers use on every assignment. A handout with examples will be provided. Students should bring their problem photos to find out what went wrong; the instructor will answer specific questions. Sat, Sept 28 | 10:00am – 12:30pm | Lende Photography Studio | Navarro Tuition: $75 (Members: $60) | 1 session
Victor Pagona The Lende Photography Studios are completely equipped photographic workspaces available to experienced photographers. The equipment is available on a first-come, firstserved basis, with photography classes and full-term students given priority. The fee includes access to the darkroom, traditional black and white chemistry and dry workspaces. Students are responsible for all cleanups. Prerequisite: Intermediate photography classes or equivalent experience. Before enrolling, students need to contact Department Chair Victor Pagona at 210.224.1848, ext. 420. Sept 21 – Dec 8 (12 weeks) | Mon – Fri, 12:30 – 9:00pm and Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 4:00pm 5000a: 1-day | $360 (Members: $345) | 12 sessions 5000b: 2-day | $460 (Members: $445) | 24 sessions
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design. professional practices. digital media ALSO SEE 8007 | Basic Design. 1 listed under DRAWING & PAINTING on Page 08. ALSO SEE 9001 | Portfolio Development: Observational Drawing listed under DRAWING & PAINTING on Page 08.
CAROLINE COLOM VASQUEZ AND JOSE VASQUEZ-CORBALAN are founders of the renowned handcraft brand Paloma’s Nest, a top selling Etsy store. Formerly located in Austin, Palmo’s Nest has received mention in numerous publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, Better Homes and Gardens, and InStyle to name a few. A graduate of Etsy’s Educator Training, Caroline is a Certified Etsy Educator.
VISITING ARTIST | SPECIAL WORKSHOP | All Levels
9903 | Starting an Etsy Shop
Caroline Colom Vasquez & Jose Vasquez-Corbalan | East Lyme, CT Start with Etsy 101, followed by a hands-on practicum to actually get an Etsy store started — from building the online shop to how to process and complete the first sale when it comes. We will cover the entire “back end” of the Etsy system, including shop listings, payment methods, shipping, customer service and communication and getting the word out about the new shop. Participants should be artisans, designers or vintage sellers ready to set up their shop. Sellers who already have a shop but feel like they need to learn the “Etsy system” are also welcome. Students may bring laptops or electronic notebooks to the class. Mon & Tues, Oct 21 & 22 | 6:30 – 9:00pm | Gen Education Classroom | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $235) | 2 sessions All Levels
5001 | Intro to Computer Graphic Programs Todd Fichter
This studio course will develop a strong understanding of the creative possibilities available through the use of Adobe Creative Suite® for artistic purposes. Topics include computer graphics hardware, electronic images, electronic publishing and vectorbased graphics. Hands-on training with basic drawing/painting, word processing and desktop publishing applications will be covered. Assigned projects will explore how to apply art, design and computer knowledge in solving visual and conceptual problems. Using computers, students will use Adobe Creative Suite®, which includes Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Requirements: A working knowledge of computers is essential. A materials list will be provided upon enrollment. Mon, Sept 23 – Nov 25 | 9:30am – 12:30pm | Digital Imaging Studio | Navarro Tuition: $285 (Members: $270) | 10 sessions
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9100 | Intro to Hot Glass Larry West
Curious about working with blown glass? Demonstration and hands-on experience introduce students to the art of glassblowing — gathering hot glass from the furnace, centering and shaping the form, and puntying and annealing a finished piece. The first class, through hands-on demonstration, will cover the basic principles behind working with molten glass. The second night, students will have the opportunity to form their own cup shape. Course includes use of studio, safety equipment and clear glass materials. 9100a: Mon & Tues, Sept 23 & 24 | 6:30 – 9:30pm 9100b: Mon & Tues, Oct 7 & 8 | 6:30 – 9:30pm 9100c: Mon & Tues, Nov 4 & 5 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Sculpture Studio | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $235) | 2 sessions All Levels
9132 | Intro to Glass Beadmaking Nina “Sam” Hibler Explore the ancient art form of glass beadmaking utilizing open flamework techniques. Students will work with a “hot head” torch and soft glass as they learn the process of forming various types of beads including donut beads, cylinder beads, textured beads, round beads and half and half beads. Decorative additions such as dots, stringers and colored frits will also be covered, as well as safety procedures and studio set-up. Includes materials; please bring a bag lunch. Sat, Oct 5 | 9:00am – 5:30pm | Class will be held at the instructor’s studio Tuition: $150 (Members: $135) | 1 session All Levels
9133 | Intro to Marble Making Nina “Sam” Hibler This introductory class is perfect for anyone interested in learning open flamework technique but not interested in beadmaking. Student will learn all safety procedures to use duel fuel torches. We will make several different types and sizes of marbles in this class. Latticino marbles, inclusion marbles and end of the day marbles will be covered. Includes materials; please bring a bag lunch. Sat, Sept 21 | 9:00am – 5:00pm | Class will be held at the instructor’s studio Tuition: $150 (Members: $135) | 1 session
“This class and follow-up studio time during the week has been both relaxing and stimulating.”
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9121 | Comprehensive Beginning to Kiln Formed Glass Gail Stouffer Learn the fundamental techniques required for fused glass art. Be introduced to glass compatibility and related physics while working with multiple types of fusing products. Students will gain knowledge of glass kilns and firing schedules, and additionally learn about cold working glass and related equipment. Students will create projects from a wide variety of options. 9121a: Sat & Sun, Sept 7 & 8 | 9:30am – 5:30pm 9121b: Sat & Sun, Nov 9 & 10 | 9:30am – 5:30pm Class will be held at the instructor’s studio Tuition: $325 (No member discount) | 2 sessions
9079 | The Art of Mosaics Melanie Long Strybos
This ancient art form has many modern applications. Create beautiful decorative or functional pieces using found objects, glass, marbles, stones, mirrors, dishes and tiles. Students will learn the basics of mosaic design, layout, tile-cutting and tile-setting techniques, and discuss the characteristics of various tools, adhesives and grout. No previous experience is necessary. Please see SSA website for a materials list; bring a lunch both days. Sat & Sun, Nov 9 & 10 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $185 (Members: $170) | 2 sessions All Levels
9078 | Contemporary Mosaic Techniques: Groutless Mosaics Bonnie Mann Bonnie Mann. Detail. Table mosaic
This two-day workshop will introduce students to a specific technique of mosaic making where individual tiles, Samlti glass or everyday objects are imbedded into an adhesive bed without the use of grout to seal between the pieces. This is an ancient method with many advantages as materials can be used that would otherwise not work with grout, and less cutting skills are required. Start with the design and planning process then explore the various tools, materials and mediums. Students will work on a panel substrate. Includes most materials thought students are welcome to bring items to imbed; please see SSA website for a list of materials. Sat – Sun, Oct 12 – 13 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Sculpture Studio | Navarro Tuition: $225 (Members: $210) | 2 sessions
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9509 | Mixed Media Sculpture: Mystery Boxes Justin Boyd
Class sizes are limited. To ensure enrollment, please register early.
Much like the vessel in ceramics, the box is a simple structure, but can be a complex carrier of symbols and messages. This basic sculpture class begins by looking at the many ways boxes can function and explores the inherent mystery boxes can hold. Students will be challenged to investigate a common form while pushing the conceptual model of what constitutes a box. Two projects will be undertaken. The first one will be a constructed box utilizing basic wood construction. The other box will rely on a found form or object. Some materials included; materials will be discussed in the first class. Thurs, Sept 19 – Dec 5 | 6:30 – 9:30 (No class Oct 3 & Nov 28) Sculpture & Integrated Media Studio | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $235) | 10 sessions
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9506 | Stone Carving: A Two-Day Introduction Cat Quintanilla This is a comprehensive introduction to carving materials, tools and resources for those who have always been curious about sculpting stone. Extensive handouts, the use of traditional hand tools like chisels and mallets, and where to buy quality carving stone will be included as will demonstrations of power tools used in stone carving. Students will work with limestone, soapstone, or alabaster stone. A manageably sized stone, most tools and lunch will be provided; please wear work clothes and bring light-weight gloves and eyewear. Sat, Nov 9 & 16 | 10:00am – 2:30pm Class will be held at the instructor’s studio (Southwest of Austin) Tuition: $200 (Members: $185) | 2 sessions NEW | All Levels
9306 | Spirit in the Stone Cat Quintanilla Soapstone, a soft medium for carving, has been used by many cultures throughout the centuries. Learn the skill of hand carving this finely grained, colorful and sensuous stone. Referencing recognized anthropologically significant stone figurines — such as Native American fetishes, Mexican Calaveras or goddess figures like the Venus of Willendorf — students will capture their own personal icon of “the spirit in the stone”. Tuition includes a stone, templates, and historical reference materials. Sat, Oct 26 & Nov 2 | 10:00am – 2:30pm | Sculpture Studio | Navarro Tuition: $185 (Members: $170) | 2 sessions All Levels
9510 | Introduction to Welding Larry West Learn the basics skills required for welding metal to metal. Progress from simple arc welds to more sophisticated MIG welds. Students may use the scrap metal provided or supply their own metal. Please see SSA website for materials list. Note: Section 9510a will take a field trip to the iron scrap yard. 9510a: Fri, Sept 27 | 6:30 – 9:00pm & Sat, Sept 28 | 1:00 – 4:00pm 9510b: Mon & Tues, Oct 21 & 22 | 6:30 – 9:30pm 9510c: Mon & Tues, Nov 18 & 19 | 6:30 – 9:30pm Sculpture Studio | Navarro Tuition: $170 (Members: $155) | 2 sessions
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9551 | Simple Knife Making Tobin Nieto Create a simple all-steel knife using savaged metal. Students will have the opportunity to learn elementary blacksmithing techniques — how to shape and heat treat steel — while creating a knife. After learning about improvised and low-tech forging setups, students can set up their own forge with minimal investments. Skills taught will be applicable to many areas of metalworking, from making specialized tools to creating sculptural pieces. Students should be able to complete two projects during the class. Tuition includes most materials; please see SSA website for a list of supplies. Wed, Oct 2 – Nov 20 | 6:30 – 9:30pm | Sculpture Studio | Navarro Tuition: $250 (Members: $235) | 8 sessions
ALSO SEE 3032 | Color on Metal: Patinas listed under JEWELRY.METALS on Page 19.
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faculty
JENNIFER DATCHUK graduated from the University of Massachusetts–Dartmouth with an MFA in Artisanry and she has studied abroad at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana, West Africa and at the Sanbao Ceramic Institute in Jingdezhen, China. Jessica DeCuir has an MFA from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a BFA from Webster University, St. Louis.
Michelle Belto. Study #110, encaustic
Cat Quintanilla. Cenote, stone
MELINDA ADAMS is an Associate Professor in fashion management at the University of the Incarnate Word, with her graduate degrees from the University of Wyoming and her undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska.
Brad Braune received his BA in Architecture from Texas Tech University. He taught watercolor from 1975-77 as part of the original faculty of the Southwest School of Art. He shows locally and nationally.
LORENA ANGULO is a Mexican artist who works in metal, including metal clay, and mixed media. Her work has been included in Metal Clay Beads, PMC Guild annual exhibition Exceptional Work in Metal Clay 2008 and 2009, and Fusion Magazine (Journal of the International PMC guild).
NATE CASSIE obtained his BA from Hope College in Holland, MI and his MFA from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is a past fellow in the Artpace Artist-in-Residence Program and the National Foundation for the Advancement of the Arts’ FIVA residency program in Miami.
KAREN BAKER received a BFA from Wayne State University and an MFA from Southern Methodist University with an emphasis in printmaking, drawing and painting. She is currently Registrar of Loans and Exhibitions at the San Antonio Museum of Art. Michelle Belto holds a BA in Education with certifications in Art and Theater, and an MA in Fine Arts and Consciousness from John F. Kennedy University. SABRA BOOTH holds a BFA from the University of Houston and an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art. She is a nationally and internationally exhibiting artist with recent shows in New York and Germany. JUSTIN BOYD • SCULPTURE & INTEGRATED MEDIA DEPARTMENT CHAIR graduated from the University of Texas in San Antonio with a BFA in Ceramics and finished his MFA in Integrated Media at The California Institute of the Arts.
LIZA COLLINS, born in London, trained as a painter at Northeast London Polytechnic, and later in tapestry at the Royal College of Art. Her tapestries are in many public collections, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Contemporary Art Society of London. Miguel Cortinas received a BFA degree from Texas A&M University–Kingsville and an MFA degree from The University of Texas at San Antonio. He is an Associate Professor of Art at the University of the Incarnate Word where he teaches drawing, painting, and printmaking. MARGARET CRAIG • PRINTMAKING DEPARTMENT CHAIR received a BS in Biology, BS in Art and an MA with an emphasis in watercolor painting from the University of Wisconsin. Her MFA in Printmaking is from the University of Texas at San Antonio. A leader in non-toxic printmaking technology, she was selected to represent the U.S. in China as part of the Sanbao International Printmaking project.
Ric Dentinger, watercolorist, is a contemporary realist who paints traditional subjects. Dentinger has been the recipient of many national awards and featured on the cover of Watercolor Artist Magazine. CAROL DOTIN is a ceramic artist who also works with polymer clay. Her broad range of knowledge of techniques are applied to both jewelry and ceramics. Todd Fichter earned his BFA in photography from Southwest Missouri State University. Fichter is a full-time graphic designer. Mike Fisher received his BA degree at the University of South Carolina and is currently pursuing his MA in Communication Arts at the University of the Incarnate Word. Casey Galloway received a BFA in Fibers from the University of North Texas in Denton. She is an installation artist as well as a traditional weaver. Nicole Geary earned a BFA in Printmaking from the University of Florida and an MFA in Printmaking from the University of South Dakota. She has exhibited in juried shows nationally including the Bemis Center for Contemporary Art, Spudnik Press Cooperative, and Washington Printmaker’s Gallery. Nina “Sam” Hibler holds a BS from Stephen F. Austin State University. She was introduced to flame working when creating glass laboratory tools. ROBERT HILS • FIBER DEPARTMENT CHAIR holds a BS in Art Education from the University of Edinboro, PA, studied Historic Preservation at the University of Vermont, and received a Master Weaver certificate through the University of Jyvaskyla, Finland. Hils’ main area of concentration is weftfaced tapestry weaving.
29 Mira Hnatyshyn received a BS at the University of Maryland and an MFA at the University of Texas at San Antonio. GREGORY ALAN JOHNSON • FACULTY & STUDIO MANAGER earned his BFA with a concentration in Printmaking at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi and an MFA in Printmaking and Drawing at Texas Tech University. Soomin Jung, born in Seoul, South Korea, received her MFA in Printmaking from the University of Texas at San Antonio and has studied at the Santa Reparata International School of Art in Italy. LISA KERPOE creates paintings on cloth, incorporating waterbased media and mixed-media techniques. Her work has been exhibited throughout the United States and internationally. DIANA KERSEY received a BFA from Texas Tech University and an MFA in Ceramics from Washington State University. Kersey received the SSA 2010 Award for Teaching. GREG KINNEY, a commmericial and fine art photographer for over 30 years, incorporates digital imagery onto his ceramic sculpture. Eléonore Lee is a printmaker and book artist who studied at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Tamarind Institute, and received an MFA and a Book Arts Certificate from the University of Iowa. JEANNETTE MacDOUGALL is a studio artist and arts consultant, and a former Resident Director at Moulin a Nef, an arts residency program in Auvillar, France. Bonnie Mann is a mosaic and concrete artist, interior design professional, and educator. Mann holds an Advanced Interior Design Degree from El Centro College, and has taught at Say Sí and with Alamo Heights ISD. RAY MORALES received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from The University of Texas at Austin and is known for his thrown, manipulated and intricately decorated porcelain forms. TOBIN NIETO has experience and training in blacksmithing and has been teaching one-on-one bladesmithing privately. JOHN NELSON received a BS degree in Industrial Arts Education from Brigham Young University and has taught in the Bureau of Indian Affairs education system.
SARAH PAGONA received her BA from Trinity University with an emphasis in Photography. She is currently a working artist and an art teacher at Ronald Reagan High School in San Antonio. VICTOR PAGONA • PHOTOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT CHAIR earned his MFA in Photography and Sculpture at the University of South Carolina and his MA in Art History at the University of Wisconsin. Jillian Palone • Faculty & Metals Studio Manager received her BFA in Jewelry Design and Metals from Pittsburg State University and earned her MFA from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville. CAT QUINTANILLA holds a BFA from the University of Texas at Austin, and has studied stone carving in Texas, Kansas and New Mexico. RAINEY studied art at the University of Texas at San Antonio, and was the recipient of the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Primer Paso Fellowship. She also teaches in SSA’s Teen Intensive Studio, Mobile Arts Program and for Summer Art Studio. Sarah Roberts received her MFA in Jewelry Design and Metalsmithing from Texas Tech University with a secondary emphasis in Digital Photography. KIMBERLY RUMFELT received her BFA from Texas Tech University and her MFA in Studio Art from East Carolina University. RAMIN SAMANDARI, a fine art photographer for over 20 years, has work in the permanent collections the of San Antonio Museum of Art and University of Texas at San Antonio. REGINA SANDERS • ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, YOUNG ARTIST PROGRAMS, holds Associate Degrees in Fine Arts and Illustration/Fashion from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. Sanders coordinates the SSA Teen and SMD programs. CHRIS SAUTER earned his BA from the University of the Incarnate Word and an MFA from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Sauter received the SSA 2011 Award for Teaching. GARY SCHOTT • METALS DEPARTMENT CHAIR received his MFA in Metal/Jewelry Design from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a BFA from the University of WisconsinStout. His work is included in 500
Pendants and Lockets and 500 Metal Vessels, both by Lark Books. DENNIS W. SMITH • CERAMICS DEPARTMENT CHAIR received a BFA in Ceramics from the Kansas City Art Institute and an MFA in Ceramics from the University of Montana, with postgraduate work at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts. Smith's work has been featured in Ceramics Monthly, Ceramics: Arts and Perception, and Clay Times. GAIL STOUFFER holds a BFA from C.W. Post/Long Island University. She runs Wired Designs, a studio for kiln-formed glasswork. MELANIE LONG STRYBOS received a BS from Texas Christian University. She freelances as a decorative painter, surface designer and mosaicist. RYAN TAKABA • FACULTY & CERAMIC STUDIO MANAGER holds an MFA in Ceramics from Kent State University and a BFA from University of Hawaii. KATE TERRELL received her BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University and her MFA from University of Texas at San Antonio. VINCENT VALDEZ • Drawing & Painting DEPARTMENT CHAIR received his BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design. He has exhibited his work at The Parsons School of Design in Paris, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Smithsonian Museum, and the Mexican Museum in Chicago. LARRY WEST has a BA in Art Education from Kent State University and has studied at the Pilchuck Glass School. He is an art teacher for the Northside Independent School District. BECK WHITEHEAD • PAPER & BOOK ARTS DEPARTMENT CHAIR received a BA from Trinity University and an MFA from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Whitehead has also taught papermaking workshops at Arrowmont School of Arts & Crafts, Pyramid Atlantic, and Haystack. LYN WOODS received a Certificate in Ceramics from the Southwest School of Art in 2007, and has studied ceramics at Anderson Ranch, Aspen, CO.
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how to register Please read all registration and refund policies carefully before you register. FALL 2013 Members’ Priority Registration • Online | Wed, Jul 31 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax | Fri, Aug 2 • Phone | Tues, Aug 6 OPEN REGISTRATION • Online | Wed, Aug 7 | 9:00am • Mail/Fax/Phone | Thurs, Aug 8 Ongoing throughout the term Registration forms will be processed on the dates listed above. Register as soon as possible; class size is limited. For current class information and updates visit our website www.swschool.org.
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board.staff.mission 2013 board of trustees OFFICERS James G. Lifshutz, Chairman Elise Boyan, Vice Chairman Gini Garcia, Secretary Dan H. Hanke, Treasurer TRUSTEES Bernice Appelin-Williams Pamela Bain Barry Beller Clay Carrington Josie Davidson Betsy Dudley Karen Diaz Bruce Flohr David Goldberg Stefan Gräter Julius Gribou Richard Harris Randall Hawkins Andrew Herdeg Stacey Hill Anne Krause Cheryl Longoria Anita Uribe Martin Jesse Mata Ruth Medellin Darryl Mix Cynthia Muñoz Boone Powell Angela Rabke Larry Reyes Andi Rodriguez Omar Rodriguez David Shelton Kathy Sosa Gary Walton McNutt Garden TRUSTEE Courtney Walker FOUNDING TRUSTEES Helen Marie Hendrie Edith McAllister Nancy Brown Negley Chairman’s Advisory Council Andrés Andujar Adelle Brewer Frank B. Burney Marilyn Eldridge Otis Parchman HONORARY TRUSTEES Chris Carson Robert C. Maxham
staff Teri Hatch Aguilar, Exhibition Coordinator Kathy Armstrong, Director of Exhibitions Leigh Baldwin, Director of Communications Kori Bennett, Assistant Registrar Stephanie Peché Canales, Development Associate Olga Castaño, Visitor Specialist Ed Conroy, Director of Development Edward Dupuy, Dean Cesario Garcia, Groundskeeper Michelle Garrigan, Director of Special Projects Sylvia Glatman, Rentals Manager Ed Hepner, Facilities Manager Barbara Hill, Director of Community Programs Elaine Leahy, Executive Assistant Kiko Martinez, Communications Associate Hildi Mayorga, Registrar Patricia Morales, Director of Young Artist Programs Paula Owen, President Heather Rakowitz, Director of Finance Yvette Ramirez, Maintenance Teresa Rodriguez, Director of Information Systems Noelia Saavedra, Accountant Regina Sanders, Assistant Director of Young Artist Programs Stephen J. Strapple, Director of Operations Joe Turner, Maintenance Jerry Vasquez, Maintenance Lyn Woods, Development Assistant FACULTY Justin Boyd, Sculpture & Integrated Media Department Chair Margaret A. Craig, Printmaking Department Chair Robert Hils, Fiber Department Chair Gregory Alan Johnson, Faculty & Studio Manager Victor Pagona, Photography Department Chair Jillian Palone, Metals Faculty & Studio Manager Gary Schott, Metals Department Chair Dennis W. Smith, Ceramics Department Chair Ryan Takaba, Ceramics Faculty & Studio Manager Vincent Valdez, Drawing & Painting Department Chair Beck Whitehead, Paper & Book Arts Department Chair mission statement The Southwest School of Art teaches, preserves, and advances the visual arts. We expand the creative potential of our community and connect cultures of the world through participatory learning experiences. An additional purpose is to preserve and present the former Ursuline Convent and Academy as a place of historic significance. SSA overview The Southwest School of Art is a nationally-recognized leader in visual arts education, offering on-campus studio programs for more than 4,000 adults, children and teens annually. Classes and workshops are taught by outstanding local, regional and national artists in state-ofthe-art facilities located in downtown San Antonio. support Support is provided by the City of San Antonio’s Department of Culture and Creative Development, theFund, the Texas Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts as well as by many generous individual and corporate donors. The SSA would like to thank all the many members and donors who make it possible to keep your tuition affordable.
young artist programs celebrating 44 years of visual arts and creativity!
programs
saturday morning discovery (SMD) ages 5 – 17
Southwest School of Art’s Young Artist Programs provide unique hands-on experiences in the visual arts for children and teens. Students work one-on-one with professional artist-teachers who teach new skills and nurture creativity while developing individual expression.
fall classes
From Sept through May, the SSA offers an introductory art experience where children and their parents can explore various art-making activities together over the course of a onemonth period. Activities are lead by professional artist-teachers trained to nurture creativity and imagination and include drawing, printmaking, origami, weaving, clay, seasonal art and more. Sat | 9:30 – 11:30am | for 3 or 4 sessions Sept, Oct, Jan, Feb, Mar & May | 4 sessions Nov & Dec | 3 sessions (No session during Apr) Frost Garden | Ursuline FREE with advanced registration | Registration opens Jul 18. Note: Parents or adult guardians are required to stay and actively engage with their child. SMD is a month-long program; please consider this when registering. Registration is ongoing; however spaces fill fast. Contact the Registration Office for more information at 210.224.1848, ext. 317 or sign up online at www.swschool.org.
mobile arts program (MAP)
Artist-teachers bring hands-on art experiences to schools, community centers and social service agencies. Contact the Young Artist Programs Director at 210.224.1848, ext. 331 for more information.
Ages 10 – 14
7992 | Drawing Skills Regina Sanders Drawing is essential foundation for other artistic forms. The focus of this class is to introduce the young artist to the basic skills of rendering. Students will learn the fundamentals of line, form, volume and composition as they work with pencil and charcoal, and in color pastels. Sat, Oct 19 – Nov 9 | 1:00 – 3:00pm Blumenthal Studio | Ursuline Tuition: $145 (Members: $130) | 4 weeks All Levels | Age 14 & up
9001 | Portfolio Development: Observational Drawing Jeannette MacDougall See Page 08 for class description. Sat, Oct 5 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Drawing & Design Studio | Navarro Tuition: $145 (Members: $130) | 1 session
teen studio intensive ages 14 – 19 This program is for teens (middle and high school) with a strong interest in visual arts looking to develop their individual skills and talent through professional instruction in a serious learning environment. The program provides the young artist an opportunity to develop his or her portfolio. To apply to this program or for information, contact Regina Sanders at 210.224.1848, ext. 321 or email her at rysanders@swschool.org.
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Anabel Toribio-Martinez. A Separation, 2012, oil on panel
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