2018 Summer

Kathy Eisler

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The Ar t School at Old Church, founded in 1974, is a non profit, non denominational cultural center dedicated to providing community access to enriching experiences in the ar ts We host ar t classes and workshops, free exhibitions in our galleries, cultural events, and outreach prog rams for special populations. Our Annual Pottery Show & Sale is an oppor tunity to view and purchase one of a kind works of ar t from nationally recognized potters

Our well equipped studios are light, spacious, and primarily handicapped accessible Our faculty of professional ar tists are devoted to the principle that ar t and craft are inseparable, and help each student, from beg inner to advanced, find their ar tistry through sensitive guidance and friendly, yet serious instruction

Our courses and workshops are designed to g ive students a basis in aesthetics as well as technique

Supported by tuition and memberships, as well as by individual, corporate, and government contributions, and Our Thrift Shop (Westwood, NJ), The Art School at Old Church is open to all We love the creative input of our neighbors You inspire us to continue to spread the beauty of the arts in our community Please join us in a creative endeavor as a student, supporting member, or volunteer

TASOC Board of Directors

Ruth Borgenicht

Bruce Dehner t

Grant Hobson, Treasurer

Maureen Lostumbo, Chair

Carrie Or tiz, Secretary Nicole Romano

Gail Rutigliano

Judy Schaefer, Vice President

Mar tin Semar

James Turnbull

Edward Whittemore, President

Anne Connors Winner

Vivien Woodford

Welcome to The Ar t School at Old Church

To students new and returning… Summer is almost here! And with it comes visions of sunshine and relaxation. While you take some time to plan the next few months graduations, parties, and vacations consider infusing your summer with art! Our summer semester is FULL of exciting opportunities to focus on what you love, or try something new!

Summer kicks off with an entire week full of workshops from June 11 through 15 Every day, each of our four studios will have something new and exciting for you to explore. Take one, or join us for all five days!

Our summer semester is six weeks of the classes you love, as well as new offerings in ceramics, drawing, painting, and jewelry making And don’t miss our “Friday Fun Day” workshops, which will take place in the Yellow Studio on select Fridays in June and July If you can't join us for a class, why not spend a summer Friday or two with us?

As always, we will offer an exciting array of opportunities for children, teens, and families And children ages six through 12 can cap their summer off with our Blast of Ar t! prog ram taking place August 6 10 and 13 17

With so much on the horizon, we can’t wait for summer! See you at The Ar t School!

Lisa Beth Vettoso, Executive Director

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Lisa Beth Vettoso, Executive Director lisa@tasoc org

Emma Abad, Gallery Manager emma@tasoc org

Heidi Bacaz, Administrative Assistant heidi@tasoc org

Alexis Branagan, Marketing Manager alexis@tasoc org

Erika Conti, Ceramic Studio Co Manager ....................................erika@tasoc.org

Denise Kadar, Ceramic Studio Co Manager denise@tasoc org

Melissa Pazcoguin, Administrative Director melissa@tasoc org

Amy Dudash Robinson, Assistant Executive Director, ADA Coordinator amydrob@tasoc org

Peter Schmidt, Operations Director peter@tasoc org

David Shirey, Administrative Assistant ........................................david@tasoc.org

Vivien Woodford, Thrift Shop Manager our thriftshop@tasoc org

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OUR HISTORY

Th e A r t S c h o o l a t O l d C h u r c h

YOUTH PROGRAMS

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MEMBERSHIP

The non refundable membership fee is due each calendar year and is valid through December 31 This annual fee, which helps sustain the school, is required to participate in our weekly classes but is not required for workshops, cultural arts offerings, gallery visits, or special events The membership fee is not prorat ed Membership fees are:

Family $50

Adult $40 (includes teens enrolled in adult classes)

Young Artist $20

CLASSES AND REGISTRATION

We offer more than 90 classes and workshops each semester for children and adults of all abilities and ages

Registration: We accept registration by mail, fax, or hand delivery and also by phone two weeks after registration begins All students are highly encouraged to register as early as possible to ensure a spot in the class(es) of their choice at the lowest cost Please visit page 28 for registration information and policies.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are available for individuals who are in need of finan cial assistance Applications must be received at least 10 days before the start of the semester to be considered Please ask at the front desk for more information

HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT CLASS?

To assist you in your selection, symbols for the various levels are available by each course description in the catalog

Beginner Basic skill level with limited or no experience Classes introduce and develop new skills and techniques

Intermediate Student has enough knowledge of medium, technique, and processes to begin developing a personal voice or vision Supportive guidance encourages continued growth

Advanced Student has demonstrated a level of mastery that allows for independence and a personal vision for their art He/she is seeking an environment with other artists that further defines and supports the direction of their work

Our Young Artists Program serves students age 4 to 17 All the classes are designed to encourage the discovery of creativity, with emphasis on process rather than product The program offers opportunities for children to explore a variety of art forms in a fun, creative, and exciting environment We also offer our Special Education Art Experience, tailored to children with physical and developmental challenges 15 and up may enroll in adult classes (adult membership is required)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASSES FOR TEACHERS

We are approved by the NJ Department of Education as a Professional Development Provider All classes may be taken for PDP credits

VOLUNTEER & WORK EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES

We need YOU! Volunteers and Work Exchange students are an integral part of the community at The Art School at Old Church, and we are always seeking additional help No art experience is nec essary, so please consider donating some of your time and energy Work Exchange and Volunteer applications can be found on tasoc org under “Opportunities ” Please call 201 767 7160 if you have any questions

THE GALLERIES

The Mikhail Zakin Gallery exhibits more than 300 artists annually, displaying more than 500 works of art Exhibitions include both traditional and contemporary work from established and emerging artists The Café Gallery exhibits student and faculty work from our fine art and craft classes The galleries are free and open to the public during school hours Information on exhibiting is available online at tasoc org Please visit the “Submissions” page on our website under “Galleries ”

GIFT GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Tuition and membership alone do not cover all of our operating expenses We need your financial support to maintain the quality of our classes and programming Tax deductible donations, gifts, and employer matched contributions are always welcome and can be included with your registration

JOIN OUR E MAIL LIST/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

If you would like information on the many exciting classes and events happening at The Art School, please join our e mail list at tasoc org Click ”Subscribe to our e mails” on our home page and fill out the pop up form, making sure to check off your areas of interest Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: @theartschoolnj

We look forward to meeting you and making your experience a great one!

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BEGINNING COLLAGE

Harriet Finck

18U WKS155: Monday, Jun 11, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Have you ever had the pleasure of putting together a collage? Whether you are trained or untrained in visual art, you’re invited to join our workshop to get started We will go through the simple steps required to achieve technical ability By late morning, you’ll begin your first piece; by late afternoon, you’ll be an initiate Come prepared to cut, tear, and glue away!

N EW! MAKING YOUR CERAMIC TOTEM

Michal Niv

18U WKS377: Monday, Jun 11, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7 Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee Intermediate and advanced

In this workshop, you will design and create a variety of stackable elements that will come together as your own unique totem pole! The vertical ordered totem pole is impressive, creatively open ended, and fun to make Ceramic totems provide a distinctive sculptural addition to any house or garden Lecture and demonstrations of different hand built parts will be included, as well as examples of technical solutions for connecting the totem pieces together The workshop will include discussion of ideas, form, color, balance, symmetry and asymmetry, physical and visual weight, motion, and more! Students will need to weigh all pieces and pay for firing, as well as return to pick up the work after bisque firing is complete

HOW TO PAINT LIGHT

Joe Terrone

18U WKS556: Monday, Jun 11, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

What is light? As artists we try to communicate a thought or idea; we attempt to express light in our work through color and value and use it to connect to our viewer through emotion and impact This workshop explains light: what it is, how we see it, and how we can best reproduce it We will discuss the limitations of paint and how to work around them to use light to articulate the emotions we want to express Bring your paints and ideas and we will explore the many aspects of light Oil or acrylic

EPOXY RESIN

Susan Kasson Sloan

18U WKS803: Monday & Tuesday, Jun 11 & 12, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

2 sessions $235

Material fee $60 payable to instructor

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Create colorful jewelry! Explore and experiment with epoxy resin, a material that lets you add vibrant color to your work without using stones or enamels Students in this workshop use epoxy resin, powdered pigments and collage materials in their focus on the 2 dimensional surface

THE FIGURE IN WATERCOLOR

Marilyn Rose

18U WKS562: Tuesday, Jun 12, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org Model 1 session

No senior discount or membership fee

Intermediate and advanced

In this workshop, we will explore a fresh and loose approach to painting the figure We will begin with warm up drawings; brief exercises & demonstrations will show you how to capture the essence of the model Class work will progress to more extended poses in which you will apply the principles learned to your paintings Emphasis will be on color mixing, shape making, composition and loose brushwork Figure drawing experience is necessary; some previous watercolor painting is suggested

N EW! GARDEN BASKET

Sandra Kehoe

18U WKS657: Tuesday, Jun 12, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $40

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Come and learn how to make a perfect summer garden basket! This basket features a large oak handle with a rectangular shaped base (8" wide, 14" long and 12" tall), perfect for holding all your homegrown vegetables

No prior basket making experience needed! Please bring garden or basketry shears to class

Susan Kasson Sloan, faculty

Marilyn Rose, faculty

Wo r k s h o p s

THE ART OF RAKU FIRING

Denise Kadar & Erika Conti

18U WKS343A: Tuesday, Jun 12, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

18U WKS343B: Wednesday, Jun 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125 per session

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Add to your clay repertoire and experience the fun and excitement of raku firing! Join us for a unique American interpretation of a 16th century classical Japanese firing technique Raku is a low fire process where pots are removed from a gas kiln while red hot and then enclosed in a container with combustible materials Results vary in color, with no two ever the same glazes range from red, copper and gold to metallic green and blue, often on the same piece This workshop covers raku glazing, firing, post firing reduction and cleaning Students should bring up to 6 bisqued pots (cone 10 or raku specific clay only) no larger than 8" x 8" For safety, please wear long pants, long sleeves and closed toe shoes

ENCAUSTIC COLLAGRAPH WITH YUPO

Dorothy Cochran

18U WKS170: Wednesday, Jun 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $35 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

In this workshop, we’ll create fluid print plates using hot wax on Yupo, a synthetic paper The wax can be painted, stamped, textured and scraped to produce a high and low plate surface The plate is inked with a brayer and soy based Akua inks, revealing all the indentations of the textural surface; dampened Washi paper is then placed on top and gently hand rubbed to transfer the image to the paper It’s an easily accomplished process with great creative possibilities Methods of transparent overlays and collage applications will also be introduced, as well as a discussion of Japanese papermaking

URBAN SKETCHING

Marilyn Rose

18U WKS571: Wednesday, Jun 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $10 No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Urban sketching has become a popular pursuit Our area is a great place to get started; we have a variety of people and activities to watch, and beautiful architecture We’ll use a “scribble and refine” approach to drawing, with a simple ink pen, to build confidence Practice how to really “see” what’s in front of you, and capture it on the page, by looking at shapes, not objects Explore the spaces and connections between things Adding words, collage and color will help you learn to fill the page and create a visual diary of the world around you then you’re on your way to recording the story of your life through sketches! A sketchbook and pen will be provided; feel free to bring any other supplies you might like to embellish your pages (watercolors, glue, inks, crayons, colored pencils, etcetera)

No previous experience necessary

N EW! TUBE SET

STACKING RINGS

Elizabeth Tokoly

18U WKS836:

Wednesday, Jun 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $50 payable to instructor

No senior discount or membership fee

Intermediate and advanced

Tube setting is a modern way to set round gemstones, and it’s a great first step toward more complex gemstone setting Tube setting can fulfill the desire to include faceted gemstones in your designs Here you will learn how to tube set a faceted gemstone using thick walled tubing, as well as create a set of stacking rings with tube settings Two to three rings will be made, based on your skill level

N EW! EASY START BOOK ARTS

Leslie Nobler

18U WKS074: Thursday, Jun 14, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $20 Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Students begin with 2 3 simple book structures, such as the accordion fold, using imagery easily collaged or basic abstract compositions Altered books in 3 D and/or moving book structures are also introduced Combining book board, papers and fabrics, prints, and drawings of your own liking, several multi page/image “interactive” book artworks will be created

Elizabeth Toko y faculty

Leslie Nobler, workshop faculty

N EW! PAINT ON SILK

Vesselina Traptcheva

18U WKS573: Thursday, Jun 14, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $25 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to paint and draw on silk? This workshop gives you the opportunity to find out! While using fabric paint, you will learn how to paint and draw on silk to create silk scarves, pillowcases, and many other decorative items Unlike dyes, this paint sets on fabric by the application of heat (ironing), so painted items can be worn or washed The paint can be applied in washes or more opaquely depending on the item and the desired translucency it can also be used with precision to create sharp details Join us to discover all the possibilities!

CONCRETE: NOT JUST FOR SIDEWALKS

Robert Dancik

18U WKS835: Thursday, Jun 14, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM 1 session $125

Material fee $25 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Students in this workshop will work with a new, lightweight, very strong artisan’s concrete, learning numerous techniques for incorporating it with traditional and non traditional materials and metalworking skills We will fashion a non soldered box form pendant and fill it with the concrete (in which virtually any item or material can be included: glass, metal, ephemera, etc ) Discover how to cast the concrete in any mold you have, and set the resulting form as you would a stone No special tools or materials are needed, and the concrete is inexpensive and easy to use

N EW! DECORATE & ADORN: BOWLS, CUPS, & MUGS

R yan J Greenheck

18U WKS378: Thursday & Friday, Jun 14 & 15, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

2 sessions $235

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7 No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

This workshop will explore an array of options to enhance your bowls, cups, and mugs with decoration An extensive vocabulary of these forms will also be presented during the making process, with an emphasis on wheel throwing techniques Initial explorations in the greenware stage will include use of slip, slip trailing, sprigging, and trimming In the glaze portion, glaze strategies, glaze trailing, and waxing techniques will be investigated Upon the completion of this workshop, you will be armed with a variety of skills to use on your pots/vessels in the future Wheel or hand building experience is helpful Please bring basic pottery tools and any other tools you have Students will need to weigh all pieces and pay for firing, as well as return to pick up the work after bisque firing is complete

N EW! PRINTER’S PASSION: MONOTYPES

Jill Cliffer Baratta

18U WKS172: Friday, Jun 15, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $25 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

In this workshop, students will experiment with the “painter’s printmaking” technique of monotype Monotypes are prized because of their unique textural qualities The session will begin with a short history of monotype, then participants will start with a small plexiglass monotype, which can be cleaned off and reused Both additive and subtractive methods will be covered, and if desired, participants can bring in larger plexiglass to make larger works Color, design and printing techniques will be addressed as needed It may be helpful to bring in sketches or ideas from which to work (optional)

N EW! EXPLORING THE BEAUTY OF SOFT PASTEL Brian Bailey

18U WKS574: Friday, Jun 15, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

This workshop is an opportunity to explore pastels with an award winning artist Demonstrations and a guided approach to creating an observational still life in this versatile medium are provided Pastel technique and discussions focused on building color, texture and form will give each student a platform to create their own individual applications regarding “painting” in pastel

N EW! FREEFORM PEYOTE BRACELET

Brenna Scheff

18U WKS837: Friday, Jun 15, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $55 Material list: tasoc org

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Lear n how to take a basic beading stitch and tur n it into a MASTERPIECE! This workshop will help you discover new ways of incorporating different types of beads into your pieces by lear ning how to manipulate your stitchwork as if it were made of clay By the end of the session, you will take home a completed piece of art that is one of a kind and truly your own

R yan J Greenheck, workshop faculty

Friday Fun Day

CELL PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY MADE SIMPLE

Sharon Klass

18U WKS915: Friday, Jun 29, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Lear n to take better pictures with your iPhone or Android smartphone and optimize them quickly and easily before you share them See what your camera phone can do for you and how to use some of the best photo applications available for your phone W ith these free or inexpensive apps, you can take pictures that will rival those taken with a DSLR! We’ll discuss traveling with your phone and how to deal with situations you might encounter We all carry our phones with us, so why not use what they have to offer? Come prepared to take some pictures

N EW! SMALL BREAD BASKET

Sandra Kehoe

18U WKS658: Friday, Jul 6, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $20 No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Come and learn the basics of basket making by creating a func tional bread basket This basket features two side handles and green accents Perfect for holding a small loaf or dinner rolls (4 5" x 10" x 5" high with handles) A beautiful accent to any kitchen counter or dining table! No prior basket making experi ence needed Please bring garden or basketry shears to class

C u l t u r a l A r t s

YOGA

Shuli Pilo

18U CUL133: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM

6 sessions $75 ($80 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

BASIC DRAWING MASHUP

Margery Theroux

18U WKS572: Friday, Jul 13, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

Beginner and intermediate

This workshop will give you the fundamental skills you need to start your exploration in drawing We will cover form, line, shading techniques, and perspective Using these basics we will delve into observational drawing, composition, and control of tools You will leave the workshop understanding why drawing is the basis of all other fine art forms, and how you can use drawing to improve your individual artistic goals

DAILY PAINTERS & SOCIAL MEDIA

Maud Guilfoyle

18U WKS553: Friday, Jul 27, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

1 session $125

Material list: tasoc org No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Join the community of daily painters who do a small painting every day, then post and sell them online The skills required for large paintings will be used on small panels in a fraction of the time, allowing you to explore and develop your style rapidly In the morning we will focus on getting organized, getting down to work quickly and producing a postcard painting In the afternoon we photo graph and post our work online using equipment we have on hand, such as a digital camera, smartphone or iPad We will discuss how to use social media (Facebook, Blogger, Pinterest, Twitter) for marketing and creating an online community There will be handouts with internet resources and copyright information Each student will also write a brief artist statement Although beginners are welcome, some painting experience is recommended Demos and one on one critiques are included Oil and acrylic Still lifes will be provided

CHAIR YOGA

Shuli Pilo

18U CUL135: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $75 ($80 after Jun 7)

No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Students in this gentle yoga class practice a blend of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breath work) to gain balance, flexibility, and strength Take this opportunity to energize your body while becoming more relaxed in the process! Each session offers personal attention as well as modifications to poses based on individual student needs Please bring your own yoga mat

Using a chair as support, this gentle form of yoga is a safe and fun way to strengthen your body while increasing mobility, balance and flexibility It is particularly suitable for seniors and people with disabilities Please wear comfortable clothes to class

Sign up for one Friday workshop or all four!

C e r a m i c

CLAY AND FIRING FEES (applies to all Adult Classes and Workshops)

Clay and clay tools are available for purchase at the Front Desk

CLAY PRICES:

Brown Stoneware (306): $15 per bag (25 lbs) White Stoneware (182): $15 per bag (25 lbs)

Porcelain: $22 per bag (25 lbs) Recycled clay, when available, is free to use

FIRING CHARGES:

$3 75/lb for Art School clay (please note: no other clay will be fired) Firing charge covers both the bisque and the glaze firings

Discounted bulk firing cards are available at the Front Desk ($97 50/30 lbs a savings of 50 cents per lb!)

CLAY TOOLS: $16 per basic tool kit; other single tools available for purchase

A Ceramic Studio Handbook is available on our website under “Important Info & Policies ” Please review this before the start of each semester especially if you are a new student

ON THE WHEEL

Marilyn Dale

18U CER282: Sundays, Jun 24 Jul 29, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart above Beginner

Join us in the studio for this fun beginner class and focus on your wheel throwing skills Learn the ten steps to a perfect pot and then practice, practice, practice! This course breaks down the steps of throwing; each week’s skill will be built on the previous classes

Please note: You will need to park offsite if attending on Sunday; the parking lot is reserved on Sundays by the Demarest Baptist Church for services

WHEEL OF FORTUNE

Marilyn Dale

18U CER214: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart above Beginner

Start with wedging and end with admiring your pots Lear n how to use the pottery wheel, guided by ten specific steps developed over two decades of teaching The skills taught are adapted to emphasize your strengths Special focus is on centering the clay to support your desired form Students finish their pots with the glazes of their choice; a range of beautiful glazes is provided

CERAMIC STUDIO TIME

Studio monitor

No senior discount

All levels

This is an opportunity to continue your work in the studio outside of class, during the hours listed below You must be enrolled in a ceramics (CER) class to be eligible The price is $10 per session (this is a flat fee with no incremental pricing) Please sign in and pay in the studio before starting your work, and make sure to observe the posted studio rules and regulations

Mondays* 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Jun 18 Jul 23

Wednesdays* 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Jun 20 Aug 1

Fridays* 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Jun 22 Jul 27

Saturdays* 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM, Jun 23 Jul 28

Saturdays* 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Jun 23 Jul 28 No studio time on Wednesday, Jul 4 *provided a monitor can be found

PERFECTING TECHNIQUES

Marilyn Dale

18U CER289A: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

18U CER289B: Sundays, Jun 24 Jul 29, 11:45 AM to 2:45 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7 Intermediate and advanced

In this class, students will practice and perfect their techniques for throwing on the potter’s wheel Advanced forms and throwing and finishing larger amounts of clay will be taught Special emphasis is given to each student’s throwing style We will also explore glazing and finishing techniques to fit specific forms Please note: You will need to park offsite if attending on Sunday; the parking lot is reserved on Sundays by the Demarest Baptist Church for services

TERRACOTTA PLANTERS

Ruth Borgenicht

18U CER248: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

All levels

In this class, we will design and create planters for the patio, porch, windowsill and garden Handbuilding techniques will be demonstrated using a terracotta clay that fires to a brick red We will glaze and fire our planters to cone 6 for richness of color as well as strength; our planters will be much stronger than commercially produced terracotta ones For beginners to advanced Please bring ideas, garden magazines or sketches with you to class

N EW! CERAMICS FROM THE BEGINNING

Michal Niv

18U CER311A: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

18U CER311B: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

Beginner

Have you ever wanted to make a mug, bowl, decorative piece, or sculp ture out of clay? This is the class for you! This class will take you through the foundations of working with clay, experimenting with different basic techniques and expanding your understanding of this exciting and diverse medium This course will focus on hand building with clay, as you develop your own style and unique fingerprint The class will also include a basic introduction to wheel throwing You will lear n to appreciate clay for its versatility, strength, and beauty while having fun creating your very own works of art!

ON THE SURFACE

Karen Snyder Kadish

18U CER295: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

All levels

In this class, we will create mainly functional pieces using slabs, molds, templates, and/or the wheel, and then focus on making them look their best! Explore how to embellish the surface of the clay with stamps, sprigs, and texture mats Students will work with oxides and underglazes and lear n about proper glaze application, slip trailing, resists, and sgraffito Hand builders and wheel throwers are very welcome, but please note that instruction will not be given on the wheel (demonstrations will be hand building only)

GETTING MUDDY

Karen Snyder Kadish

18U CER305: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

Beginner and intermediate Wheel, pinch, coil and slab! Students in this class will be introduced to wheel throwing and handbuilding techniques and taught to utilize them to explore the creation of various vessel forms Be creative, get stress relief, and lear n something new! Beginners or those who feel they need a refresher course are welcome

Carol Mendelsohn, student

TILE TILE TILE!

DeBorah Goletz

18U CER304: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

All levels

T ile making is fun and easy Students in this class will lear n how to create molds, use a tile press, make (and break!) mosaic tiles and install the finished product You’ll even have the option of creating a tabletop to use indoors or out Bring pencils, graph paper or drawing paper and/or printed designs (flowers, leaves anything that inspires you) to the first class No drawing experience necessary

ALTERNATIVE FORMING TECHNIQUES

Michael Porfido

18U CER307: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

All levels

Students will explore a variety of forming techniques for the potter’s wheel The challenge of taller forms will be examined using stacking, slab and coil ing, and Eastern and Western ’pulling’ techniques Learn how to add tex ture to thrown forms using conventional and unconventional tools Discover something new each week to incorporate into your pottery mak ing vocabulary! Please bring a notebook or sketch pad and a pencil to the first class

MUD PIES MUD FLIES

DeBorah Goletz

18U CER098: Fridays, Jun 22 Jul 27, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee Firing fee: see chart on page 7

All levels

Whether you’re getting your feet wet for the first time or you’re an old hand at clay, there are always new tricks and techniques to explore We start with some old and some new handbuilding skills and move on to the potter’s wheel to create unique and functional expressions of our individuality The course progresses to glazing as well as alter native decorative techniques to finish the work

REIKI CLAY

DeBorah Goletz

18U CER306: Fridays, Jun 22 Jul 27, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material Fee Firing Fee: see chart on p 7 Additional Material Fee: $5

All levels

Reiki means “universal life energy” in Japanese and operates under the principle that everyone can connect with their own healing energy and use it to strengthen themselves and others Reiki precepts and techniques can be used in our daily lives, as well as in how we make objects This class, taught by a potter and Reiki Master, is open to all students who wish to put positive energy and healing into their work We will make beautiful wheel thrown or handbuilt ceramic objects to use every day, decorating them with imagery, crystals and glazes that resonate with our positive intentions

MENTOR PROGRAM

18U MEN131: Total 3 hours to be arranged with faculty

senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Work one on one with a faculty mentor towards a personal goal or specific accomplishment Includes: periodic meetings

review and critique work, evaluations of progress, and recommendations for future study

Michael Porfido faculty

OPEN STUDIO: LIFE DRAWING

Studio monitor

18U DRA026: Saturdays, Jun 23 Jul 28, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $85/member ($90 after Jun 7) $105/non member ($110 after Jun 7) or pay per session: $15/member $20/non member Model each session No senior discount

All levels

Come join a community of artists and students in a creative and supportive environment and hone your skills at drawing from life Live model each session from short 30 second gestural poses working up to longer 20 minute sittings Expand your life drawing vocabulary in the company of other artists, each bringing his/her own focus and experience to the studio A wonderful way to get in that extra practice

DRAWING BASICS

Margery Theroux

18U DRA095A: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

18U DRA095B: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $195 ($200 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org Model 1 session

All levels

This class explores the basics of drawing New students will start at the very beginning lear ning about materials, making value charts, and drawing simple forms Advanced students take on more challenging exercises such as texture, glass, wood, plastic, drapery, and more complicated objects Each class will be set up with two still lifes: one for beginners and one for more advanced students You will lear n how to create form with line and shadow, and investigate composition and space We’ll start with pencil and paper; those who wish to can move on to charcoal or venture into color with colored pencil The last two classes will be an introduction to figure drawing

N EW! FIGURE DRAWING: SHORT & LONG POSE

Brian Bailey

18U DRA103: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $220 ($225 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org Model each session

All levels

This class will include demonstrations and guided instruction in building a structural figure study Shorter poses will be followed by a long pose to allow students to focus on and achieve tonal solidity in a variety of dry media Some drawing experience is recommended

DRAWING: BEYOND BASICS

Margery Theroux

18U DRA099: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org Model 2 sessions Intermediate and advanced

This course is for students who have a foundation in basic drawing We will work from life to translate three dimensional objects to a two dimensional drawing surface Classes will focus on technique, composition and texture Still lifes will be developed over multiple weeks, giving you the chance to build towards a more refined finish in your artwork A variety of drawing materials will be introduced, including colored pencils or pastel pencils W ith the use of color, students will also start to lear n some of the simpler concepts of color theory The last two classes will focus on figure drawing

STUDIO TIME FOR PAINTING & DRAWING

18U PAI145: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $50/member ($55 after Jun 7) $80/non member ($85 after Jun 7) or pay per session: $10/member $15/non member No senior discount

All levels

Join your fellow artists in a creative and supportive environment as you work on your painting or drawing in the Green Studio Students can register for the entire semester, or join us one session at a time The studio’s tables, chairs, easels, stools, and taborets are available for your use Sign up early to get the most value!

THE BLANK CANVAS

Maud Guilfoyle

18U PAI115: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Join us as we explore the challenge of the blank canvas We will paint from personal memories, still lifes, and landscapes as we review basics of painting such as composition, drawing, color mix ing, light, and shade Also covered: historic and contemporary art works, artist journals, and topics such as artist’s block Still life setups and landscape photo references are provided; demos and one on one instruction help you develop your own authentic style All levels of painting experience are welcome Acrylics, oils or water soluble oils

N EW! A PAINTING A DAY

Maud Guilfoyle

18U PAI154: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $6 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Join in the fun of the Daily Painting phenomenon begun by artists such as Duane Keiser, Julian Merrow Smith, and Carol Marine The panels are small, but the excitement and skills lear ned are great Students begin and complete one painting per class (from a provided still life setup) and lear n strategies to paint one panel a day wherever they are! Each class will start with a demo and end with a group conversation and sharing of the art Acrylic or oil

CREATING A PERSONAL APPROACH

Tom Pollock

18U PAI066: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $195 ($200 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org Model 1 session

Intermediate and advanced

Students in this class have the opportunity to communicate and express ideas through the visual language of painting We explore the basic skills of composition and color relationships using acrylic or oil while honing your painting technique Students develop their own personal style

Pa

FROM REALITY TO ABSTRACT

Margery Theroux

18U PAI150: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

This class is for all levels and all media! Add a dynamic quality to your paintings with the understanding of abstraction We will examine composi tion, color theory, and historical examples By breaking down the images to the simplest elements, you will start to comprehend how push and pull, plasticity, and color can work for you Work from the provided still life or from your imagination, sketchbook or a photo (that you’ve taken yourself)

ANYONE CAN PAINT

Amanda W ilson

18U PAI133: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

Beginner and intermediate

Find and enable your inner artist Lear n to see like an artist and gain the painting skills you’ve always wanted Topics covered include line, shape, color, and composition We will be working from still life and reference images Enjoy the process of painting and lear n to quiet the critic within W ith practice, anyone can lear n to paint! Oil or acrylic

N EW! INTRODUCTION TO SOFT PASTEL

Brian Bailey

18U PAI155: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $195 ($200 after Jun 7)

Material fee $10 Material list: tasoc org Model 1 session

All levels

Learn the beauty of the vibrant medium of pastel! This class will include demonstrations and individual instruction on the funda mentals of working with pastels Discussion of techniques such as underpainting and blending will help build towards creating balanced color and tonal studies from observational subject matter of still life and the figure All levels are welcome

Brian Bailey faculty

Pa i n t i n g ( a c r y l i c/o i l / w a t e r c o l o r )

ADULT

PORTRAITS & MORE

Amy Dudash Robinson

18U PAI137: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $220 ($225 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org Model each session

All levels

This class explores the essentials of portraiture, starting with a modified old master technique Working from a live clothed or costumed model, we will discuss anatomy, proportions, color temperature, values, and other keys to capturing the likeness of a sitter Each class starts with a warm up drawing exercise Artists are coached and guided through each phase of creating a portrait You may also work from photos or a still life of any subject matter Individual instruction and critiques are given with attention to personal goals All skill levels are welcome Oil or acrylic, but oils are preferred

PAINTING WITH MIXED MEDIA

Vesselina Traptcheva

18U PAI144: Fridays, Jun 22 Jul 27, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

In this class, explore painting projects that employ mixed media techniques the concept of “fat over lean,” updated We will use acrylic underpainting and oil glazing and explore the rich range of translucency and opacity the technique offers to the artist Students will be able to work on topics of their own interest and continue developing their own styles

N EW! DRAWING & PAINTING: FOUNDATIONS

Vesselina Traptcheva

18U PAI156: Fridays, Jun 22 Jul 27, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

Beginner

This class will introduce you to some of the basic concepts in drawing and painting while you create simple still lifes from observation The first three projects will be created using drawing materials as you are introduced to formal elements like lines, negative/positive space, and value The next three projects will introduce you to color as you continue to work with direct still life observation You will be introduced to monochromatic, limited, and complimentary palettes, and painting techniques will be pre sented This class will help you create the basic foundations of a drawing and painting portfolio

PAINTING FROM START TO FINISH

Margery Theroux

18U PAI149: Saturdays, Jun 23 Jul 28, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $195 ($200 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org Model 1 session

All levels

Hone your painting skills or start from the very beginning This class allows creative experimentation with materials, techniques, and a variety of subject matter: still life, portraits, life model, and photos As you journey through learning and practicing the craft, your individual style will emerge Learn color mixing, composition, and how to get the most out of each stroke of paint on your canvas Oil or acrylic

STUDIO TIME FOR PAINTING & DRAWING

18U PAI145: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $50/member ($55 after Jun 7)

$80/non member ($85 after Jun 7) or pay per session: $10/member $15/non member No senior discount

All levels

Join your fellow artists in a creative and supportive environment as you work on your painting or drawing in the Green Studio Students can register for the entire semester, or join us one session at a time The studio’s tables, chairs, easels, stools, and taborets are available for your use Sign up early to get the most value!

CONNECTING WITH THE SPIRIT OF WATERCOLOR

Maureen Gass Brown

18U WAT100: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Discover your unique creative voice and point of view through the exciting and spontaneous medium of watercolor Many basics, including composition, color, value, shape, and drawing skills, will be addressed Through engagement in the painting process, one on one feedback, and a helpful critique at the end of each session, you will start to strengthen your ability to trust your innate creative spirit and boldly follow its lead!

Norma Ze tlin student

EXPRESSIVE WATERCOLOR

Tom Pollock

18U WAT047: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

In this class we focus on the simplicity and spontaneity distinctive to watercolor Lear n techniques of light and shadow with cool or warm, bright or dark tones while also exploring composition and values Both realistic and abstract approaches are covered as we lear n to express our feelings with this graceful and fluent medium Individual attention helps you create the watercolors you want

WATERCOLOR: BASIC SKILLS

Marilyn Rose

18U WAT103: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $35 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Have you wanted to try watercolor, but don’t know where to begin? Need a review of basic drawing techniques so you can create better paintings? Been doing watercolors, but feel like you need some skills you never learned? This is the course for you Learn how to observe and draw specifically for watercolor painting Drawing what you see rather than what you know, understanding basic perspective and the relationship between objects, simplification, com position, editing, and simple contour drawing will help you hone your drawing skills so you can build on them to create watercolor paintings from observation Each class introduces a different building block of watercolor Working with a very specific palette (8 colors selected by the instructor) we will explore mixing, creating values, laying down washes, ratios of water and pigment, and positive and negative shapes Emphasis will be on learning and practicing skills rather than creating finished paintings

WATERCOLOR: PLEIN AIR

Marilyn Rose

18U WAT099: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

Intermediate and advanced

This is a perfect class for those with drawing and watercolor experience who want to try their hand at plein air, as well as those familiar with working outside who want to improve their technique We will focus on the entire process of painting outside, from choosing a location and exploring compositions to executing a finished watercolor on site You’ll lear n to utilize a minimal set up you can paint in your lap as you sit on a chair, or even the ground but you’ll also be introduced to plein air easels, umbrellas, and other accessories if you wish to lear n about more professional equipment Locations will be within walking distance of TASOC; in case of inclement weather, we may work in the school

Pa i n t i n g ( w a t e r c o l o r )

JOY OF WATERCOLOR

Marilyn Rose

18U WAT092: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Discover a fresh, loose approach to watercolor Lear n to work with, not against, the medium to create dynamic paintings which seem to paint themselves Emphasis will be on color mixing, shape making, and loose brushwork as a common approach to all kinds of subject matter, including still life, portraits, and figures Classes include demonstrations and brief critiques, leaving plenty of time for you to apply the principles lear ned to your own paintings Students enrolling in this class should have previous drawing experience

EXPLORING WATERCOLOR TECHNIQUES

Tenn Lu

18U WAT101: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Looking for fresh ways to create a better painting? This is a wonderful opportunity to lear n new skills or take your watercolor abilities to the next level The first class will begin with basics; more advanced and unconventional techniques will be introduced gradually in each new class Individual attention and step by step demonstrations will be provided Watercolor experience is helpful

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING: A DIFFERENT APPROACH

Jane Chang

18U WAT102: Saturdays, Jun 23 Jul 28, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

This class will start with a brief introduction of the art and soul of Chinese brush painting There will be demonstrations of flowers and landscapes followed by the opportunity to paint We will focus on quality of strokes, color preparation, rhythm, movement, energy, composition and more We’ll also cover some special techniques using salt, milk, coffee, tea, splashing, pressing, rubbing, etc Let the spontaneous harmony and rhythm of Chi (energy) dominate and flourish and you will lear n and master the beauty of this timeless medium in no time All levels welcome

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY:

THE BASICS

Ray Turkin

18U PHO044: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26,

9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jun 28

5 sessions $155 ($160 after Jun 7)

Material fee $10 Material list: tasoc org

Beginner

Whether you take pictures on vacation or photograph your family and friends at home, this course will improve your skills and help make you a better photographer It is applicable to users of point and shoot as well as DSLR cameras and will teach you the basics of digital photography

We will discuss the fundamentals of camera operation and the concepts of exposure, depth of field, composition and lighting to help you create more beautiful images Participants will be given the opportunity to put what they lear n into practice by photographing during the class and through homework assignments Please bring your digital camera, lenses and user’s manual to class

DIGITAL ART & DESIGN

Peter Scanlan

18U DIG001: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

This class will enable you to use your personal computer as a tool to unlock your inner creativity Students will use Adobe Photoshop, their phones, and traditional art materials to create dynamic personal artwork on the computer that blurs the lines between digital and traditional art Whether you’re new to Photoshop or a seasoned professional, this class will offer new techniques, insights, and creative possibilities

FROM TWO TO THREE DIMENSIONALITY

Judy Schaefer

18U MIX016: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM 6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Have you ever wondered what a drawing, painting, or photograph, whether realistic or abstract, would look like if it were three dimensional? Working from one of these resources or from our imagination, we will create three dimensional paintings using a variety of media ranging from clay, to fabric, found objects on panel, and foam This is an opportunity to rethink color, form and space Bring your acrylics, oils, or pastels to complete your work or, with clay, work with ceramic underglazes, glaze, China paints, and lusters

MENTOR PROGRAM

18U MEN131: Total 3 hours to be arranged with faculty $180 No senior discount or membership fee

All levels

Work one on one with a faculty mentor towards a personal goal or specific accomplishment Includes: periodic meetings to review and critique work, evaluations of progress, and recommendations for future study

P h o t o g r a p h y / D i g i t a l A r t / M i x e d M e d i a

THE WORLD OF COLLAGE

Harriet Finck

18U PAP057:

Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Collage is a heady, intellectually stimulating discipline and a rather simple “gateway” to other visual arts It can be deceptively naive (a collection of old letters juxtaposed with found candy wrappers), tightly composed (a grid of painted squares, resembling a quilt), three dimensional (vacuum cleaner parts and artificial flowers) and mixed media (computer scans overlaid with gauze) Welcome to our world Our teaching is done informally, one on one, and in group critiques Above all, we constantly learn from each other in the studio, where good work is done in a seriously congenial atmosphere

ADVENTURES IN COLLAGE

Jon Taner

18U PAP050:

Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $5

Material list: tasoc org

All levels

This class starts with an introduction to the history of collage, from its beginnings in 12th century Japan to the present day This brief overview will get us started on our own work using a variety of materials including newspapers, magazines, handmade papers, discarded or discredited artwork, art by the masters we admire, and more Subject matter such as still lifes, portraits, politics and dreams will provide students the opportunity to discover their strengths and see where there’s room for growth Be prepared to be productive!

C o l l a g e / F i b e r / G l a s s

NEEDLE FELTING

Christine Hsiao

18U FAB055: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $190 ($195 after Jun 7)

Material fee $15

All levels

Needle felting is a process which uses a barbed needle to interlock wool fibers to form a more condensed material

Students in this class will lear n how to construct soft and colorful 2 D and 3 D felted woolly animals and figures

These needle felted objects are excellent for various purposes such as personalized gifts, fun decorations, holiday or naments, or unique, customized souvenirs

GLOWING GLASS: FLAMEWORKED BEADS Stephanie Maddalena

18U GLA005A: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

18U GLA005B: Fridays, Jun 22 Aug 3, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jul 20

18U GLA005C: Fridays, Jun 22 Aug 3, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

No class on Jul 20

6 sessions $205 ($210 after Jun 7)

Material fee $40 Additional materials available for purchase

All levels

Take a rod of cold glass, tur n it in the flame of a torch, and lear n to manipulate it into extraordinarily beautiful flameworked beads, both decorative and practical Glass beads have incredible depth and can be embedded with flowers and patter ns or worked into intricate floral shapes and sculptures Both beginners and the experienced will have fun lear ning the latest techniques If you are new to this art form, beware it can be quite addictive!

Jon Taner faculty

y

METALS, ETC

Susan Kasson Sloan

18U JEL073: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

M e t a l s m i t h i n g

N EW! BEYOND THE BEZEL Elizabeth Tokoly

18U JEL079: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 31, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jun 26

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee payable to instructor Material list: tasoc org Intermediate and advanced

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee payable to instructor

All levels

Lear n how to tur n a flat sheet of metal into a personal, wearable object Saw, file, sand, solder and texture the metal to make pendants, brooches, rings, and more! Combine gems and found objects with the metals we use in the studio to make unique pieces of jewelry

PRECIOUS METAL CLAY JEWELRY

Susan Kasson Sloan

18U JEL071: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee payable to instructor Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Precious metal clay (PMC) is a clay made up of pure silver particles, a nontoxic organic binder and water It can be worked with your fingers or with simple tools In this class you will lear n how to form PMC into items that fire in a kiln for thirty minutes and emerge as wearable jewelry objects Instruction will include how to texture, form and finish your pieces PMC will be available for purchase in class; the price fluctuates depending on market price To give you an idea of the cost, during our W inter 2018 semester, PMC was approximately $48 per 25g package

JEWELRY MAKING

Karen Pekelney

18U JEL066A: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

18U JEL066B: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

18U JEL066C: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee payable to instructor at first class Material list: tasoc org

A l

v e l s

Explore the art of creating handmade metal jewelry and small objects You will learn to cut, form, connect, and embellish metal using a wide range of metalworking tools and techniques This class covers soldering, sawing, filing, riveting, polishing, bezel setting, roller printing and much more Learn the basics or add to your skills and develop your own designs Everyone can expand their creative horizons!

Experienced with jewelry making, but looking to add more types of settings to your repertoire? In this class, you will learn to make settings for flat backed organic rose cuts or slices You will also try your hand at making earrings or a pendant using a single seat prong setting and an X Cullet or U shaped setting

N EW!

STRINGING TO STITCHWORK

Brenna Scheff

18U JEL080: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7)

Material fee $95 Material list: tasoc org

All levels

This class will introduce you to the art of beaded jewelry making Lear n how to design and properly close your own jewelry, including every step from basic stringing to masterful stitchwork You will not only go home with multiple high end statement jewelry pieces, but with all of the knowledge to recreate them again and again

CREATING WITH PRECIOUS METAL CLAY

Gwynyth Moaven

18U JEL076: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM No class on Jul 4 6 sessions $200 ($205 after Jun 7) Material fee payable to instructor Material list: tasoc org

All levels

Precious metal clay (PMC) is an exciting art medium that starts out as ordinary clay, but fires into pure metal It doesn’t require metalworking or pottery skills you simply roll it out, shape it, and let it dry Then it’s popped into a kiln and voilà! It emerges as a solid metal object Lear n to make pendants, earrings, rings, and anything else you can imagine in this fun class that will go from beginner to advanced techniques Special emphasis will be placed on designing and creating heirloom quality, fine silver jewelry that includes genuine gemstones PMC will be available for purchase in class; the price fluctuates depending on market price

To give you an idea of the cost, during our W inter 2018 semester, PMC was approximately $48 per 25g package

Karen Pekelney, faculty

Elizabeth Tokoly, faculty

Gwynyth Moaven faculty

Young Ar tists Progr am

SECURITY RULES REQUIRE THAT YOU COME INTO THE SCHOOL TO DROP OFF AND PICK UP YOUR CHILD.

DRAWING ESSENTIALS

Donna Dolby

18U CHI198: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 9 11 years

How much can an artist get out of a pencil? This course is for young artists who love to draw The basic skills of line drawing, form, shading, perspective and composition will be taught We will be working with these elements towards finished pencil pieces General instruction will be given to the class and then individual attention will address each student’s specific needs

AMAZING ANIMALS

Karen Elder

18U CHI203: Mondays, Jun 18 Jul 23, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 5 6 years

This drawing and painting course will focus on animals, both wild and domestic Children will be introduced to David Hockney’s wonderful pet portraits and George Rodrigue’s ghostly ’Blue Dog’ paintings Students will enhance their drawing skills by learning to see animals as groups of connecting, simple shapes They will learn how to manipulate various paints and mix their own colors

DRAW & PAINT LANDSCAPES

Karen Elder

18U CHI204: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 7 8 years

Where have you been, and where would you like to go? Children in this class will draw and paint scenes from the city, country, ocean, sky, and outer space We can create with pencils, markers, oil pastels, watercolors, and tempera paints Inspiration may come from studying works by artists such as Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Cézanne, Georgia O’Keefe, and Grant Wood

ART CAFÉ

Kathy Eisler

18U CHI216: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 7 8 years

In this painting and sculpture class we will be making fun, food themed artwork that looks like cupcakes, fruit, candy, hamburgers, and more! Lear n to repeat images just like Andy Warhol We’ll paint acrylic pop art paintings as well as a realistic still life We’ll also create big paper mache sculptures like artist Claes Oldenburg

Our children’s program is designed to encourage creativity Emphasis on process rather than product creates an environment of free inquiry and exploration Most importantly, positive acceptance of each child’s artistry builds confidence and enhances self worth

DRAWING, PAINTING & PASTELS

Donna Dolby

18U CHI207A: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM 5 6 years

18U CHI207B: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM 7 8 years

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20

Calling all creative young artists! Make vibrant, colorful works of art showcasing your skills in watercolor and other paint, as well as pencil, ink, and pastel We will explore famous artists’ techniques and create amazing works of art just like the Masters You will learn to draw and paint, but be ready to have a ton of fun!

CLAY: THE WHEEL & BEYOND Michael Porfido

18U CHI219A: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM 11 13 years

18U CHI219B: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM 10 12 years 6 sessions $130 ($135 after Jun 7)

Material fee $25

This course is for children interested in using the pottery wheel and handbuilding techniques We’re going to build our skills, progressing from clay preparation to learning forming methods on and off the wheel Each week, we’ll gain skills that can be used on future work This fun class will take new and experienced students through some of the endless creative possibilities of working in clay

PAINTING EXPERIENCE

Marcia Oakes

18U CHI033: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 5 6 years

Catch a rainbow and melt it apart then find new ways to put it back together again! This class plays with color using tempera, watercolor, crayons, pastels, and markers Collages and paintings are some of the projects your child will bring home This course is designed to help children manipulate color in various media to express themselves creatively

N EW! ANIMALS & OTHER FANTASTIC CREATURES IN CLAY

Michal Niv

18U CHI225: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $130 ($135 after Jun 7)

Material fee $25 7 8 years

Create wild animals and wild creatures in clay! Young artists will learn the basic techniques of hand building in clay, including coil, slab, and sculpting techniques, from the very muddy beginning, to the fired finished product! Students will be encouraged to experiment, think creatively, and make aesthetic decisions, for designing and crafting their unique interpretation of each project

COMIC BOOK HEROES & VILLAINS

Peter Scanlan

18U CHI214: Wednesdays, Jun 20 Aug 1, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

No class on Jul 4

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 9 11 years

The depiction of mythic beings, gods, and monsters is one of the oldest traditions in art, dating back to man’s first Stone Age cave drawings Students will lear n to break the human (or inhuman) figure down to its simplest form and then reconfigure it to create drawings of fantastical beings that spring partly from the real world and partly from the student’s imagination Using the same techniques, students will draw machines, robots, architecture, and anything else they can think of to breathe life into their artwork

PAINT LIKE FAMOUS ARTISTS

Kathy Eisler

18U CHI178: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 9 11 years

Lear n fun facts about famous painters and hone your artistic talents! Paint an abstract like Picasso, express your dreams like Chagall, and make your sunflowers come alive like Van Gogh Lear n about art movements such as pointillism, cubism, and op art You will be able to impress others with your masterpieces and knowledge of art

NEEDLE FELTING

Christine Hsiao

18U CHI215: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 9 11 years

Needle felting is a process which uses special tools to interlock wool fibers to form a more condensed material This class is designed for children to explore their creativity and develop hand eye coordination Kids will lear n how to construct 2 D and 3 D soft and colorful felted woolly animals and figures

N EW! BEADING ART & ART BEADING

Brenna Scheff

18U CHI226: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 3:45 PM to 5:15 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $25 7 8 years

Students will lear n the basics of beading while making jewelry and other fun art projects! Create one of a kind pieces while lear ning how to make art out of beads and beads out of art!

DRAW & PAINT LIKE THE MASTERS

John Mungiello

18U CHI223: Saturdays, Jun 23 Jul 28, 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM

6 sessions $125 ($130 after Jun 7)

Material fee $25 11 13 years

Explore drawing and painting fundamentals and lear n to make them work together like the great masters of wester n art See how Rembrandt used light to create his famous paintings, how Van Gogh used color and thick paint to create wonders of neo impressionistic art, and how Da Vinci used glazing to create brilliant works By lear ning how to interpret classical techniques, students will use critical thinking to train their eyes into seeing past the surface of a picture, while at the same time building their creativity and developing a personal visual language in drawing media and acrylic paint

BLAST OF ART! for KIDS

BLAST! DYNAMITE SCULPTURE

Celia Nobleman

Monday through Friday, August 6 10 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST02A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 6 8 years

18U BLAST02B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 7 10 years

18U BLAST02C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 8 11 years Dynamite Sculpture is a class where students roll up their sleeves and have freedom to explore working with their hands Lear n about three dimensional art as we use a variety of materials, including recycled and found objects, to create fun projects such as paper mache relief sculpture, wood assemblage, wire mobile, plastic stabile, and cardboard construction Some art history is discussed and used to familiarize students with current 3 D artists

BLAST! ADVENTURES IN COLOR!

Marcia Oakes

Monday through Friday, August 6 10 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST20A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 6 8 years

18U BLAST20B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 9 12 years

18U BLAST20C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 7 10 years

Explore the amazing world of color through paintings, collage, and a variety of mixed media projects Our adventures will lead us to new ways of seeing the colorful world around us Our inspiration will come from the work of master artists Henri Matisse, Paul Klee, and Vincent Van Gogh

BLAST! CLAY & POTTERY

Holly Ciccoricco

Monday through Friday, August 6 10 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST21A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 9 12 years

18U BLAST21B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 6 8 years

18U BLAST21C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 7 10 years

Experiment with a variety of handbuilding and sculpting techniques and experience the pottery wheel! Create functional and sculptural pottery such as mugs, bowls, masks, animals and tiny cottages Materials include self hardening clay, polymer clay, Plasticine clay and acrylic paint We'll also learn about clay art history since prehistoric times

BLAST! DRAWING & CARTOONING: COMIC CON!

John Mungiello

Monday through Friday, August 6 10 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST28A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 7 10 years

18U BLAST28B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 8 11 years

18U BLAST28C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 9 12 years

Students in this class will lear n basic drawing and storytelling skills that will help them create comic art Lear n to draw figures, tell stories and create your own world on paper! For some projects, the instructor will dress in superhero costume to help illustrate gesture drawing On the last day, students will participate in a mini Comic Con and trade copies of their work The goal of the class is to give students a safe and fun environment to lear n and express themselves through comic art

BLAST! PRINTING: MAKE YOUR MARK

Donna Dolby

Monday through Friday, August 13 17 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST26A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 9 12 years

18U BLAST26B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 6 8 years

18U BLAST26C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 7 10 years

Join us as we experiment with bright colors to create dynamic prints We will press inked images on a variety of different materials to create exciting artwork and objects Projects include t shirts, paintings, greeting cards, collages and more Have a blast making your mark!

BLAST! SUPER STRUCTURES

Khader Humied

Monday through Friday, August 13 17 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST27A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 7 10 years

18U BLAST27B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 8 11 years

18U BLAST27C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 9 12 years

Students will discover and explore the diverse world of architectural design through hands on activities, including model building and drawing Projects will enable students to build sophisticated geometric shapes and structures Take your unique ideas and lear n how to make them a reality while lear ning concrete technical skills including sketching plans and drawing to scale Design your dream spaces and decorate them with your own invented styles!

BLAST! COOL & CLEVER CLAY CREATIONS

Samantha Stankiewicz

Monday through Friday, August 13 17 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST31A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 6 8 years

18U BLAST31B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 7 10 years

18U BLAST31C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 9 12 years

Using air dry and Sculpey clays, students in this class will discover a variety of handbuilding methods and clay techniques such as slab building, coiling, pinching and carving We'll also explore some fun ideas for adding other materials (including wire and cardboard) to our work to create sculptures

BLAST! DRAWING & CARTOONING: COMIC CON!

John Mungiello

Monday through Friday, August 13 17 $150 ($155 after Jun 7)

18U BLAST38A 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM 6 8 years

18U BLAST38B 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM 9 12 years

18U BLAST38C 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 8 11 years

Students in this class will lear n basic drawing and storytelling skills that will help them create comic art Lear n to draw figures, tell stories and create your own world on paper! For some projects, the instructor will dress in superhero costume to help illustrate gesture drawing On the last day, students will participate in a mini Comic Con and trade copies of their work The goal of the class is to give students a safe and fun environment to lear n and express themselves through comic art

Art for Teens

N EW! TRENDY BEADED JEWELRY MAKING

Brenna Scheff

18U TEE086: Tuesdays, Jun 19 Jul 24, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

6 sessions $160 ($165 after Jun 7)

Material fee $60 13 17 years

This class is all about personal creation! Lear n how to make jewel ry that matches your unique style Design jewelry, select the ele ments, and lear n how to create and close jewelry Make on trend styles and lear n new beading stitches You can even bring your old jewelry and make it new again!

DRAWING & PAINTING STUDIO

Donna Dolby

18U TEE084: Wednesdays, Jun 27 Aug 1, 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM

No class on Jul 4

5 sessions $135 ($140 after Jun 7)

Material fee $20 12 15 years

Whether you want to build your portfolio for high school or college, strengthen your basic drawing skills, or just have fun making art, this class is for you! We will experiment with various media such as charcoal, oil and chalk pastel, ink, acrylic paint and watercolor This course is a great starting point for beginners as well as a valuable resource for those looking to study art in the future

DIGGING IN CLAY

Karen Snyder Kadish

18U TEE076: Thursdays, Jun 21 Jul 26, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

6 sessions $160 ($165 after Jun 7)

Material fee $40 13 17 years

This course will cover coil, slab, and pinch construction techniques, as well as throwing on the wheel Projects will include a self portrait, a slab constructed box, and relics that might represent their lives if found by a future archeologist All assignments are designed to develop each student’s practical problem solving skills and capacity for critical and creative thinking

GLASS BEADS

Stephanie Maddalena

18U TEE085: Fridays, Jun 22 Aug 3, 3:45 PM to 5:30 PM

No class on Jul 20 6 sessions $160 ($165 after Jun 7)

Material fee $25 13 17 years

In this class, students will lear n to make beads using glass rods and ancient Venetian techniques Each week, a new style of beads will be demonstrated We will have a brief discussion on assembling the beads into wearable pieces (Note: Students should come to class wearing old clothes and have long hair tied back )

Art for Families

FAMILY FUN WITH ART

Karen Elder

18U FAM019: Saturdays, Jun 23 Jul 28, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

6 sessions $145 ($150 after Jun 7)

Price is per person Material fees included in tuition Membership not required No senior discount 4 years and up

This class is a fun way to create some wonderful projects together! Explore various art skills with your child or children as you explore a wide array of materials such as paints, pastels, stamps, colored pencils, wire, recycled items and self hardening clay Elements of art and famous artists will be included in our weekly themes

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Brian Bailey BFA, University of the Arts; studied at NY Academy of Art, Art Students League Teaching: School of Visual Arts, private studio Master Pastelist status from Pastel Society of America, Master Circle status from Int’l Association of Pastel Societies Has won numerous awards and been featured in select national and inter national exhibitions Work is in several public and private collections including the National Portrait Gallery in Washington D C Online: brianbaileyartist com

Jill Cliffer Baratta MFA, New York Univ ; BPh, Grand Valley State Univ Studied: Art Inst of Chicago, School of Visual Arts, College of New Rochelle, Denise Collins, Dorothy Cochran. Teaching experience: Elizabeth Morrow School; Artist in residence, Tenafly Middle School; Mackay Elementary after school enrichment Art therapy inter nships: Jersey City public schools, Hackensack Med Center President & board member, Nat’l Assoc of Women Artists Online: jcbarattasart com

Ruth Borgenicht BA, Rutgers Univ Teaches at: Fairleigh Dickinson Univ , TASOC. Residencies include: Greenwich House Pottery, Anderson Ranch, Watershed Center for Ceramics, Hunter College Included in many nat’l & int’l solo & group shows Recently exhibited: Sèvres Ceramics Museum, France; Puls Ceramics, Belgium; Snyderman Works Galleries, US Collections include: Philadelphia Museum of Art, Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, Delaware Art & Sparta Teapot museums Online: ruthborgenicht com

Jane Chang MBA, Long Island Univ Studied with Madame Aixinjueluo Hinyi, descendant of the imperial Qing Dynasty, China Teaching experience: Tenafly Senior Center, various organizations, private lessons Member, Bergen Chinese Painting Club Exhibited: Taipei Cultural Center

Holly Ciccoricco MA, Teachers College, Columbia Univ ; BS, Univ of the Arts; certified teacher in NJ & NY Extensive experience teaching art in NJ & NY public schools, camps & enrichment programs, including broad age groups & special education Online: hollysartgallery wordpress com

Dorothy Cochran MFA, Columbia Univ Exhibited: Center for Contemporary Printmaking, Artists Space, NJ State Museum, nat’l juried print exhibitions Collections: NY Public & MoMA libraries, Georgia Museum of Fine Arts, Prudential Life Teaching experience: Columbia Univ , City Univ of NY, Newark Museum Awards: (2) NJ State Council on the Arts fellowships Board member, Nat’l Assoc of Women Artists Online: dorothycochran com

Erika Conti BS, New York Univ Add’l studies at Clay Art Center, Mudflat Studios, and TASOC Exhibited at Belskie Museum & Artisans Boutique Ceramic Studio Co Manager in charge of kiln firings, maintenance of studio equipment, and general operations and communica tions regarding the Blue Studio at TASOC

Marilyn Dale BA, Hofstra Univ Also studied: TASOC, Brookfield Craft Center, 92nd St Y, Rockland Center for the Arts Owner of Warwick Pottery, a teaching studio Has given workshops in the lower Hudson Valley Online: marilynbdale com

Robert Dancik MA, Norther n Illinois Univ (NIU); BFA, Adelphi Univ Taught at: Penland, Arrowmont, Glassell School of Art, Touchstone Center for Crafts, US; Mid Cor nwall School of Jewellery, England; Victoria College of Art, Australia. Collections include: Racine Art Museum, Gregg Museum of Art & Design, Mitsubishi Int’l, Boeringer Ingleheim, NIU Work has been published in books including: 1000 Rings, 500 Handmade Books, Jewelr y Design Challenge, PMC Decade, The Art of Resin Jewelr y Originator of ’Faux Bone’ & ’Solid Expressions’ materials Author, Amulets and Talismans Owner, Studio E Y E teaching studio. Online: fauxbone.com.

Donna Dolby MFA, Canterbury Christ Church Univ , England; BA, Montclair State Univ Add’l studies: NJ City Univ Exhibited: Sidney Cooper Gallery, England Art teacher for 14 years at Northern Valley Regional HS Old Tappan; teaches AP classes & designs costumes for theatrical productions Published on cover of Melissa Green’s book Daphne in Mourning Online: www donnamarieart com

Kathy Eisler BA, Rutgers Univ Studied: School of Visual Arts; TASOC Certified K 12 art teacher Teaching experience: Cresskill & Demarest after school enrich ment programs; JCC on the Palisades Online: flickr com/kathyeislerart

Karen Elder BS, Iowa State Univ Also studied: Ramapo & Bergen Community colleges, TASOC, Art Center of Norther n NJ Art consultant at Park Academy

Middle School Certified K 12 art teacher Member: Art Educators of NJ, Nat’l Art Education Assoc , Leonia Arts Board member, Sculpture for Leonia

Harriet Finck MArch, Harvard Univ ; BA, Bar nard College Teaching experience: W illiam Paterson Univ , Artists Beit Midrash Residency: Art Kibbutz Gover nors Island Exhibitions include: The Painting Center, NYC Work is in numerous exhibitions & private collec tions. Studio in East Orange, NJ. Online: harrietfinck com

Maureen Gass Brown BFA, Mass College of Art & Design Member & instructor, Church St Art & Craft; teaches workshops in NJ & PA For 23 years, has had the honor of being juried into the Rittenhouse Square Fine Arts Annual Exhibited in solo & group shows; numerous awards Work is in private collections in US & abroad. Signature member: Alaska Watercolor Society, Garden State Watercolor Society Online: gassbrownwatercolors com

DeBorah Goletz MFA, Parsons School of Design Ceramics faculty, Montclair State Univ & Ramapo College Among the many public artworks to her credit, she has murals in the NY subway system & in (2) NJ Transit stations Author, Ceramic Art Tile for the Home. Online: forloveofmud.com.

Ryan J. Greenheck MFA, NYS College of Ceramics, Alfred Univ BFA, BS, Univ of W isconsin Stout Lecturer, Univ of Pennsylvania Exhibited in numerous nat’l juried exhibitions & shows including TASOC Annual Pottery Show & Sale Represented in many galleries throughout the US Online: ryanjgreenheck com

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Maud Guilfoyle BFA, Syracuse Univ

Studied: Art Students League, NY Studio School, Spring Studio, New School Exhibited: Sangre de Cristo Art Center, The Art Gallery, Mikhail Zakin, Benning & Spring Street galleries, Studio 64 West Teaching experience: Sangre de Cristo Art Center; drawing monitor, Fair Lawn Art Assoc ; private teacher Consultant in portfolio development/applications for art schools & colleges Has eBooks available for Kindle, iBooks & Nook Online: maudguilfoyle com

Christine (Yuhuei) Hsiao MA, NY Inst of Technology Needle & wet felting instructor for Teaneck Community Education Center (TCEC), Tenafly Senior Center, Tenafly elementary after school clubs & private groups Her felting work shop at TCEC was featured in Teaneck Suburbanite newspaper Designed the visual art for Android app Cute Cats Memor y Game Online: woollypets com

Khader Humied Studied: City College of NY Teaching experience: Rockland Community College, Hudson River Museum, Rockland Center for the Arts, Cross Hill Academy, Blue Rock School. Exhibited: Fuller Craft Museum Director of MetaForm Studio, an artistic fur niture studio Work is featured in nat’l & int’l magazines Online: wizlab org

Denise Kadar BFA, Univ of Idaho Also studied: Woodstock School of Art, Sugar Maples Center, Peters Valley Craft Center, Clay Art Center, TASOC Exhibited in many juried shows in NJ & NYC A painter by training but a potter by choice Ceramic Studio Co manager in charge of making, testing & maintaining Cone 6 & Cone 10 glazes at TASOC

Sandra Kehoe BS, NJ Institute of Technology Studied at John C Campbell Folk School Exhibited: Market House & Artisans Boutique, NJ Online: www sandra kehoe squarespace com

Sharon Klass MA, College of New Rochelle Studied with Carolyn H Pedersen, Nancy Rotenberg, Jeremy Woodhouse Teaching experience: Pearl River HS; North American Nature Photography Assoc scholarship program; workshops with Raymond Klass Represented by Piermont Fine Arts Gallery Online: sharonklassart com

Tenn Lu Studied: Art Center of Northern NJ; TASOC Frequent art demonstrator; taught at local community schools Exhibited in many group & solo shows Awarded over a dozen 1st prizes & best in shows from county, state & nat’l juried exhibitions

Stephanie Maddalena BA, St Thomas Aquinas College Teaches for Lapidary Journal Bead Fest, Brookfield Craft Center, Silvermine School of Art, Guilford Arts Center Exhibits at Park Avenue Armory Craft Show

Gwynyth Moaven BA, Fairleigh Dickinson Univ. Certified K 12 teacher. Taught in public & private schools, adult schools & enrichment programs at B’nai B’rith & YWCA W inner of numerous awards; exhibited in solo & group shows through out the Northeast Published in science fiction magazines including The Journal of Aerospace Education Work is in collections in the US, Canada, Australia & Europe Online: thegarnettaboo etsy com

John Mungiello MA, Montclair State Univ ; BFA, School of Visual Arts Also studied with Meir Gal Teaching experience: Jersey City & Paramus substitute teacher Published in Game Informer magazine & the book Sold Everywhere but Borders; work is in the film Silent House Exhibited: Gallery One Eleven & School of Visual Arts Gallery, US; C A M Gallery, Turkey Online: instagram com/jmungiello & http://johnmungiello bigcartel com/

Michal Niv MFA, San Jose State Univ ; BDes, Bezalel Academy of Arts & Design, Israel Also studied at: Anderson Ranch, Foothill College, Peters Valley Teaching experience: San Jose State Univ , Palo Alto Art Center, and her private studio Exhibited widely across the US Awards include: Elizabeth Heil Scholarship, National Student Art Competition 3rd place, Watertight: Beyond the Vessel exhibition Best in Show award Was an active mem ber of Orchard Valley Ceramic Art Guild in CA for many years Online: michalniv com

Celia Nobleman MA, NJ City Univ Also studied: Ramapo College Teaching experience: Norther n Valley Regional HS Old Tappan & various Catholic schools K 8 Exhibited locally & in NYC

Leslie Nobler MFA, Hunter College; MA, NY Inst of Technology; BFA, Stamps School of Art & Design, Univ of Michigan Art Professor, W illiam Paterson Univ Exhibited extensively, including at the Noyes Museum of Art, NJ State and Kemper museums, Montclair and Norther n Arizona Univ art museums, Athenaeum of Philadelphia, Afrigraphics Pretoria, and DigitalART Gallery, London Represented in museum and university gallery collections, i e Univ of W isconsin Artist’s Book Collection Online: leslienobler com

Marcia Oakes BA, St Thomas Aquinas College Also studied: Univ of the Arts Certified in NJ & NY. Extensive teaching in NJ private schools & enrichment programs Exhibited: Bergen Museum, Bar n Gallery, W illiam Paterson Univ Online: marciaoakes com

Karen Pekelney MA, Univ of Iowa; BFA, Syracuse Univ Also studied: Fashion Inst of Technology Awards: DeBeers Diamonds Int’l award finalist Extensive apprenticeship & work experience Exhibited in numerous galleries & museums including Museum of Arts & Design and Nat’l Or namental Metal Museum In many private collections

Shuli Pilo MA, College of New Rochelle RYT: Registered Yoga Teacher Was given the gift of yoga by instructor Mahesh; has been practicing since ’95 Online: teapothology com

Thomas Pollock BFA, Pratt Inst. Teaching experience: New School of Social Research, Brooklyn Museum School, Parsons School of Design, NYC correctional facilities Represented in private collections & galleries in the US & abroad

Michael Porfido BA, Ramapo College Began his pottery jour ney as Mikhail Zakin’s studio assistant at TASOC Apprenticed with potters in Korea, mastering traditional techniques Add’l studies: Peters Valley School of Craft Teaching experience includes: Rockland Center for the Arts, Bostree Studio, elementary & middle schools, American Camp Assoc of NY/NJ Member, Potters Guild of NJ Online: facebook com/porfidopottery

Amy Dudash Robinson BFA, College for Creative Studies Work has been exhibited in NYC, LA, Detroit & NJ Member, American Society of Portrait Artists Online: amydudashrobinson com

Marilyn Rose BFA, Washington Univ Demos for arts organizations across NJ Awards: honors from state & nat’l exhibitions & plein air events Work is published in magazines & included in private collections in US & Canada Member: North East Watercolor, NJ Watercolor (Membership Chair) & Baltimore Watercolor societies Online: marilynroseart com

Peter Scanlan Graduate, School of Visual Arts Was freelance illustrator for Universal Studios, War ner Bros & HBO; produced over 50 paintings for Marvel Comics; painted cover art for KISS album Psycho Circus Exhibited at venues including Society of Illustrators, PPOW & Illuminated Metropolis galleries Teaches at Norther n Valley Regional HS, Bergen County Academies & One River Online: scanlanart com

Judy Schaefer MA, New York Univ Also studied: Brooklyn Museum Art School, Univ of Pennsylvania, Columbia Univ , Pratt, TASOC. Exhibited widely & in many private collections Online: judyschaefer net

Brenna Scheff Studied and apprenticed under Master Jeweler Borislav Goynatsky Has taught beading and jewelry making classes since ’09 to adults and children of all ages Owner/designer of jewelry and spiritual tools company: Free to B LLC Her jewelry and artwork is sold in galleries and boutiques across the nation Certified Reiki Practitioner Online: freetobdesigns com

Susan Kasson Sloan Studied: CUNY, Parsons, Art Students League Exhibited: NY & Chicago SOFA; American Craft & NJ State museums Collections: Renwick Gallery, Nat’l Museum of American Art, Cooper Hewitt Nat’l Design Museum, Smithsonian Institution, Victoria & Albert Museum Teaching experience: Pratt Inst , 92nd St Y, Peters Valley Craft Center, Newark Museum, Penland School of Crafts Awards: (3) NJ State Council on the Arts Fellowships Curator, 500 series book on plastic/resin jewelry Online: susankassonsloan com

Karen Snyder Kadish Studied: California College of Arts & Crafts, Parsons, TASOC Teaches at Center for Hope & Safety Exhibitions include: group shows at Rockland Center for the Arts & the Café Gallery at TASOC; solo show at Norwood Public Library Proud owner & head clay mistress, Pit Bull Pottery

Samantha Stankiewicz MFA, City College; BFA, Pratt Inst Studied: Anderson Ranch; Alfred Univ ; Peters Valley Craft Center; La Sabranenque, France Teaching experience: Ridgewood Public Schools Online: wecreatemurals com

Jon Taner MFA, Syracuse Univ ; BFA, California College of Arts & Crafts Add’l studies with Bernard Greenwald, Art Students League, Philadelphia College of Art, New York Univ , Appraisers Assoc of America Awarded a Ford Foundation Grant Taught: Old Church Cultural Center; Syracuse Univ Represented for over 30 years by galleries in CA, NJ, ME & MA Work is in private & corporate collections including InterContinental Hotels, Schering Plough, Peckar & Abramson, Nabisco, Dragoco & Bergen Museum of Art & Science Online: jontaner com

Joe Terrone MFA, Pratt Inst , BFA, Brooklyn College Certified in NJ Taught: Art Center of Norther n NJ, Glen Rock Community School, private lessons Exhibited: Brooklyn Museum, BACA Downtown Cultural Center Included in collections across the US Member: NJ Soc of En Plein Air Painters, Plein Air Painters of NJ Highlands, NY Plein Air Painters, Int’l Prof Assoc of the Arts, Riverdale Art Center, Blackwell St Artists, Clifton Assoc of Artists Online: joeterrone com

Margery Theroux MFA, Vermont College of Fine Arts BA, New York Univ Also studied: Montserrat College of Art, NY Studio School, privately with Sam Feinstein Former gallery committee member/curator at Hopper House & TASOC Exhibited at venues in tri state area & New England; in private collections nationwide Online: margerytheroux com

Elizabeth Tokoly MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art, University of the Arts Has been teaching jewelry design and metalsmithing since ’00 She creates and displays her handcrafted jewelry at her own studio and gallery, EatMetal Art Jewelry Gallery and Metals Studio, in Hoboken, NJ Online: eatmetal org

Vesselina Traptcheva MFA, Parsons; BFA, Savannah College of Art & Design Also studied: Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture, Nat’l Academy of Art Sofia, Bulgarian Nat’l HS for Fine Arts Completed residency at Yaddo; currently teaches at college level in NYC Work has been included in various solo & group exhibitions and has won a variety of awards Online: vesselinatraptcheva com

Ray Turkin BEE, City College of NY Teaching experience: Art Center of Norther n NJ, Teaneck Community Education Center, private lessons Exhibited in many solo & juried group shows; recipient of numerous awards Work is included in various private collections

Amanda Wilson BFA, School of Visual Arts; MA, Manhattanville College Published in New York & Bon Appétit magazines & numerous books Exhibited: American Inst of Graphic Arts, Soc of Publication Designers Awards include honors from Soc of Illustrators & Int’l Assoc of Culinary Professionals Board member, Hopper House Online: amandawilsonart weebly com

M O R N I N

WE E K LY C L ASS SC H E D U LE* -

MON DAY

CER214/Dale Wheel of Fortune p 7

JEL073/Sloan Metals, Etc p 16 PAI115/Guilfoyle The Blank Canvas p 11

ESDAY

CER248/Borgenicht Terracotta Planters p 8 JEL079/Tokoly Beyond the Bezel p 16 PAI066/Pollock Paint: Personal Approach p 11 WAT100/Gass Brown The Spirit of Watercolor p 12

CER311B/Niv Ceramics: Beginning p 8 JEL080/Scheff Stringing to Stitchwork p 16 PAI150/Theroux From Reality to Abstract p 11 WAT099/Rose Watercolor: Plein Air p 13

CER304/Goletz Tile Tile Tile! p 9 JEL066B/Pekelney Jewelry Making p 16 PHO044/Turkin Digital Photo Basics p 14 WAT101/Lu Watercolor Techniques p 13 CUL133/Pilo

Yoga p 6 CUL135/Pilo Chair Yoga p 6

ADULT

CER289A/Dale Perfecting Techniques p 8 JEL071/Sloan PMC Jewelry p 16 PAI154/Guilfoyle A Painting a Day p 11

A F T E R N O O N

PAP057/Finck The World of Collage p 15 CHILD CHI198/Dolby Drawing Essentials (9 11) p 17 CHI203/Elder Amazing Animals (5 6) p 17

ADULT

CER311A/Niv Ceramics: Beginning p 8 MIX016/Schaefer 2 to 3 Dimensionality p 14 PAI145/monitor PAI/DRA Studio Time p 10 WAT047/Pollock Expressive Watercolor p 13 CHILD CHI204/Elder Draw/Paint Lndscps (7 8) p 17 CHI207A/Dolby Draw, Paint, Pastels (5 6) p 18 CHI216/Eisler Art Café (7 8) p 17 CHI219A/Porfido Wheel & Beyond (11 13) p 18

ADULT

TEE084/Dolby Teens: Draw/Paint (12 15) p 22 CER Studio/monitor Ceramic Studio Time p 7 DRA095B/Theroux Drawing Basics p 10 WAT092/Rose Joy of Watercolor p 13 CHILD CHI033/Oakes Painting Experience (5 6) p 18 CHI207B/Dolby Draw, Paint, Pastels (7 8) p 18 CHI214/Scanlan Comic Book Heroes (9 11) p 19 CHI225/Niv Creatures in Clay (7 8) p 18

ADULT

CER307/Porfido Forming Techniques p 9 FAB055/Hsiao Needle Felting p 15 JEL066C/Pekelney Jewelry Making p 16 PAI155/Bailey Intro to Soft Pastel p 11 CHILD CHI178/Eisler Paint like Artists (9 11) p 19 CHI215/Hsiao Needle Felting (9 11) p 19 CHI219B/Porfido Wheel & Beyond (10 12) p 18 CHI226/Scheff Beading Art (7 8) p 19

CER Studio/monitor

Ceramic Studio Time p 7

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DIG001/Scanlan Digital Art & Design p 14 DRA095A/Theroux Drawing Basics p 10 JEL066A/Pekelney Jewelry Making p 16

CER295/Snyder Kadish On the Surface p 8 DRA103/Bailey Figure Drawing p 10 WAT103/Rose Watercolor: Basic Skills p 13 TEE086/Scheff Teens: Bead Jewelry (13 17) p 22

CER305/Snyder Kadish Getting Muddy p 8 DRA099/Theroux Drawing: Beyond Basics p 10 JEL076/Moaven Creating with PMC p 16 PAI133/W ilson Anyone Can Paint p 11

GLA005A/Maddalena Glowing Glass p 15 PAI137/Robinson Portraits & More p 12 PAP050/Taner Adventures in Collage p 15

TEE076/Snyder Kadish Teens: Dig in Clay (13 17) p 22

CER098/Goletz

GLA005B/Maddalena

CER306/Goletz

TEE085/Maddalena

POLICIES:

Registration: We accept registration by mail, fax, or hand delivery and also by phone two weeks later Adult classes are open to students at least 15 years old

All students are highly encouraged to register as early as possible to ensure a spot in the class(es) of their choice at the lowest cost

Membership fee: The non refundable membership fee is due each year and is valid through December 31 This annual fee, which helps sustain the school, is required to participate in o u r w e e k l y c l a s s e s , b u t i s n o t re q u i re d f o r w o r k s h o p s , cultural arts offerings, gallery visits, or special events The mem bership fee is not prorated Membership fees are:

Family $50

Adult $40 (includes teens enrolled in adult classes)

Young Artist $20

Payment of fees: Fees are paid in full at the time of regis tration Fees are not prorated Payment scheduling is available; call for information Please consider helping us keep costs down by paying with a personal check, made payable to The Art School at Old Church

Returned check fee: A $15 fee is charged for all retur ned checks

Transfer fee: There is a $10 fee for transfer between classes

Material lists and fees: Material lists are available online at tasoc org Material fees for classes are listed in the catalog above the course descriptions For some classes no monetary amount is i n d i c a t e d , a s m a t e r i a l s c a n b e p u rc h a s e d d u r i n g c l a s s

Clay information and firing charges: Clay and clay tools, as well as sculpture boards and tools, are available for purchase at the desk Only Art School clay will be fired Discounted bulk fir ing charge cards are available at the front desk See chart on page 7 for all clay and firing fees

Parking: Parking is available in our lot and on Orchard St during the day and evening If parking offsite, feel free to drop off your art materials at the back gate first There is no Sunday parking in our lot

Senior citizen discount: A 10% tuition discount is offered upon registration to all students at least 65 years old.

Refunds and credits:

• Students who wish to withdraw from a class or workshop must do so in writing (mail, email, fax, or in person).

• If written notice is received at least one week prior to the start of the class or workshop, full tuition and material fee charges (minus a $10 processing fee per course) will be refunded or credited to your school account

• If written notice is received less than one week before the start of the class or workshop, or after it has begun, your request will require approval from the Executive Director

If approved, full or partial tuition and material fees (minus a $25 processing fee per course) will be refunded or credited to your school account

• If a class or workshop is canceled by the school and we are unable to reschedule the course, all monies will be refunded, including membership (if required)

• There are no refunds for membership except as specified above

• There are no refunds for classes in the event of teacher substitution

Conduct: The Art School reserves the right to refuse admission or to expel any disruptive student Cell phone usage is not permitted in studios Cell phones should be set on silent or vibrate in the studios Please note: Children may not accompany adults to classes or studio time

Absences: Student absences are non refundable The school is not responsible for make up classes, although we will provide assistance when possible. Make up classes occur only during the same semester with the same instructor

Inclement weather: For updates on school closings, please call 201 767 7160 and/or check our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram feeds

T h e A r t S c h o o l a t O l d C h u r c h p o l i c i e s & m e m b e r s h i p i n f o r m a t i o n

Michael Iskowitz,