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GUILFORD ART CENTER: CREATING ART & COMMUNITY

Summer 2020Welcome to our first virtual semester!

Guilford Art Center is proud to offer a full summer semester, filled with a wide variety of classes and workshops for adults and kids (ages 5-12). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, however, everything right now is virtual. All classes in this catalog will take place via Zoom.

Please note these important changes:• All registration will be taken online only via the GAC website.• Once a registration is received online, the Zoom code and password will be

generated and emailed to you. In order to ensure you receive all codes in time, please register at least 24 hours in advance of the start of a class.

• Each class description includes a list of items/supplies you’ll need to gather prior to the start of each class.

We know this experience will be a little different — seeing things in a new perspective and having flexibility are key! But our instructors are ready to deliver the high-quality instruction and content you expect from a GAC class. And they look forward to see you…virtually!

TO REGISTERGo to www.guilfordartcenter.org for a list of classes and to register

HAVE QUESTIONSContact us at [email protected], Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM.

We’ll respond to you as quickly as possible.

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DRAWINGEVERYONE CAN DRAW

Scott Paterson8 Tuesdays beginning July 74:15PM - 6:15PM

We’ll draw with graphite pencil, learning about line, dark and light values, composition and more. We’ll turn the ordinary into the sublime, working from still life’s (and other things) of your design.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• A few soft pencils (6B to 9B)• 9”x12” sketchpad

Tuition $176.00Members $158.40

THE FINE LINE & DELICACY OF PEN & INK

Lisa Arnold4 Thursdays beginning July 9 11:30AM - 1:30PM

One of the more quiet mediums, working in pen and ink can give you subtle and fragile line as we work from various studies. It’s all about line when you create shadow and value by cross-hatching, stippling and using long and graceful lines. Demos will be given by the instructor.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Speedball Ink Products-SB2964 (for

nibs and holder) • One bottle of Higgins Ink- black or

brown (stay away from colored inks for a more classical style)

• Papers of choice or Canson 11”X14” Drawing pads


ADULT CLASSES + WORKSHOPSClasses are open to all levels unless otherwise noted; adult classes open to ages 13+. Read full descriptions

for materials lists and online sources. Zoom links will be provided with registration. You must register at least 24 hours in advance to ensure receipt of all registration materials.

SKETCHBOOK REVIVAL

Sharon Schmiedel4 Tuesdays beginning August 411:30AM - 1:30PM

Do you have a sketchbook that’s just sitting on a shelf because you liked the idea, but got intimidated by all those white pages? This class is about getting past that fear and jumping in. Hallelujah! Use whatever materials you have for pencils, markers, and watercolor. Subject matter and styles will vary from observational to fantasy. Instructor will introduce ideas, share tips, and give demos. Then, everyone will sketch, paint, play, and ask questions.


SUMMER VEGETABLES IN PASTELS

Lisa Arnold4 Thursdays beginning August 611:30AM - 1:30PM

Pastel, a most forgiving medium, is a great way to create summer vegetable art. Pastel lends itself to blending color; thus achieving bold blends as well as luminous qualities and subtle style. Learn or reacquaint yourself with pastel techniques such as blending, scumbling, feathering, and many other tips. Demos will help you create soft and dreamy moods as well as drama.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Pastels of choice; semi- hard and hard

pastel suggested. Soft pastels are an option if you love soft blending. Instructor uses Gallery or Rembrandt.

• Pastel pencils- optional, but great for detailed work

• Gummed eraser• Pastel paper of choice. Instructor uses

Strathmore with multi-colored papers. • Graphite or colored pencil for

sketching • Testing paper for color and thumbnail

sketches


FIBERFABRIC POSTCARDS

Alice Chittenden4 Wednesdays beginning July 811:30AM - 1:30PM

Fabric postcards are fun to create and provide the maker with unique works of art to share with family and friends. Learn several ways to assemble quilted postcards utilizing either/both hand and machine sewing methods. [Stu-dents must be familiar with their machines.] The instructor will present information on various fabrics, interfacings, stabilizers and fusibles. Plus demonstrations on transferring designs, fabric painting, embroidery and embellishments.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Sewing machine and/or sewing

needles, scissors and/or rotary cutter and mat, pins, pencil and paper, iron, cotton fabrics, thread, card stock, embroidery thread and needles, quilt batting

• Pellon 71 Peltex Fusible Ultra Firm Stabilizer or any other heavy duty interfacing*

• Heatnbond Lite Craft Web Interfacing or any other lightweight fusible*

• *Students will need several pieces roughly 5”x7” of these materials (do not pre-cut). If you need to purchase these, Jo-Ann Fabrics in Clinton is open and they will cut quarter yard pieces for you, including for curbside pick-up.


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DESIGN STUDIO: SEWING INSTRUCTION/APPAREL DESIGN/FASHION ILLUSTRATION

Phillip Alexander8 Thursdays beginning July 94:15PM-6:15PM

Students receive a balanced view of apparel construction through hands-on techniques, exercises and demonstrations to strengthen and develop a basic skill set. Learn: how to operate a sewing machine; finishing details. Gain a proper understanding of how clothing drapes and falls on the body through drawing exercises. Students will collage with maga-zine images adding bold lettering and fabric swatches. They will also do basic pattern exercises to learn how patterns are created and manipulated. The designer will draw and render in color one basic piece, make a basic pattern/or drape, as well as cut and sew this creation. This course requires homework.

MATERIALS NEEDED – see list online


THE LESS IS MORE WARDROBE

Eva Polizzi4 Thursdays beginning July 96:30PM - 8:30PM

If we slow down our consumption and take the time to reuse, remake and mend our clothes, we won’t only extend the life of them, but we will also gain a sense of con-nectedness through the slow and mindful process. This class will offer thoughtful and creative solutions as we re-imagine garments while honoring our collective handcraft heri-tage: hand-sewing, embroidery, applique and quilting. Participants can embellish “sad” but still-loved tops, mend jeans, deconstruct ill-fitting clothes, or make something entirely new. The class is suitable for complete begin-ners, but more seasoned stitchers will find plenty of inspiration.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Natural fabrics are best for hand-

sewing, especially cotton (t-shirts). Very basic sewing supplies will suffice to get started (needles, thread, sharp scissors and a few notions.) It might be a good idea to ask around (friends and family) before purchasing a lot of things.

Also see: alabamachanin.com

More sources for inspiration and illustrated techniques: Mending Matters by Katrina Rod-abaugh and The Geometry of Hand-sewing by Natalie Chanin.


SUFFOLK PUFFS

Marsha Borden3 Wednesdays beginning July 154:30PM - 6:00PM

Fabric yo-yo’ (or Suffolk Puffs) are sweet, gathered parcels that are so fun to make. Plus, they take very little fabric and are a great way to showcase bits of found fabric from special clothing or keepsake textiles. Sew your puffs onto clothing, or make any number of items –table runners, small wall hangings or pillows. Bring your own oddment fabrics to class (light to medium-weight fabric is best), or purchase a charm pack (small, curated stacks of quilting fabric) available from Moda Fabrics at Amazon or other retailers.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Thread, a needle, and scissors that can

cut fabric• Clover Large Yo Yo-making tool (1-¾”

finished size) available here: www.tinyurl.com/y9dt6wta.


PAINTINGPAINTING OR DRAWING THE PORTRAIT

Scott Paterson8 Mondays beginning July 64:15PM - 6:15PM

Become more confident as a portraitist and capture the personality of your subject in your art. If you are already confident in a medium other than graphite pencil e.g. oil, acrylic, pastels, etc., feel free to bring them to class. If not, we’ll be drawing with pencil.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• 9”x12” sketch pad• a few soft pencils (6B to 9B)• preferably, a kneaded eraser


PLAYING WITH WATERCOLOR

Sharon Schmiedel4 Tuesdays beginning July 711:30AM - 1:30PM

With everything going on in the world right now, we could all use some time to get im-mersed in making art just for fun. Let’s not worry about making masterpieces, but just experiment with watercolor! The instructor will introduce concepts and give demos. Then, everyone will paint and play. Since this is via Zoom, we will work mainly from photos supplied by the instructor, but you will also have the opportunity to work from your own. Open to students of all levels; some drawing experience is helpful but not required.



PAINTING IN ACRYLIC

Scott Paterson8 Fridays beginning July 1011:30AM - 1:30PM

So you have a bit of background in drawing — and maybe painting — or you’ve been painting in acrylic for a while but want to move beyond your current level. This class will help. We’ll cover various approaches to developing and “blocking in” compositions, become more aware of tonal values, make color a friend, and we’ll employ a host of technical tips. We’ll incorporate some critique time, too.



Sketchbook Revival, Sharon Schmiedel

Suffolk Puffs, Marsha Borden

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INTUITIVE PAINTING

Shilo Ratner4 Fridays beginning July 104:30PM - 6:00PM

During these uncertain times, it is important to embrace creating from the heart. This all-level intuitive painting class explores using your own unique creative process in devel-oping art. Learn to play and embrace paint from a place of no judgment. Students will be introduced to classroom exercises that include walking meditation, guided medita-tion, poetry, and music.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • 4 sheets of 8.5x 11 paper• pen, pencil • 4 canvas panels • Acrylic or watercolor paints • Brushes • Water container


ABSTRACT EXPERIMENTATION

Shilo Ratner2 Saturdays July 11 & 1810:00AM - 1:00PM

Play and embrace paint from a place of no judgment. We will focus on experimenting with abstract painting. Subjects explored are color theory, color mixing, brush techniques, paint handling, layering, and composition. This is a jump start to any creative painting practices.



PHOTOGRAPHYNIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY

Harold Shapiro2 Wednesdays July 8 & 156:30PM - 8:00PM & 7:00PM - 9:00PM

The night is a great time to photograph. The world becomes a studio, where we can control the light and enjoy the amazing effects of long exposures. We will have a Zoom lecture and then a local field trip on a different evening. For the field trip, GAC will supply masks, gloves and hand sanitizer at the site. Instructor will help students station themselves for proper social distancing in the outdoor setting. Class meets 7/8 from 6:30 - 8:00PM and 7/15 from 7:00 - 9:00PM.


PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITION - PHOTOGRAPHY 2

Jonathan Weekes4 Thursdays beginning August 66:30PM - 8:30PM

For those who are comfortable with their camera’ exposure controls and want to learn more; this class will explore the works of various photographers from different eras/styles/philosophies for inspiration. We will then be combining this with creative assign-ments to gain a deeper understanding of what is possible with your camera.


CAMERA BASICS- PHOTOGRAPHY 1

Jonathan Weekes4 Fridays beginning August 76:30PM - 8:30PM

Basic mastery of digital camera controls and image composition can greatly improve the quality of your photographs. This class will discuss exposure and the proper use of the aperture and shutter. We will focus on apply-ing traditional analog photography techniques to the use of digital cameras. Please bring DSLR or mirrorless camera that has shutter & aperture control. We will also discuss ba-sic image correction using apps on a laptop, smartphone, or tablet.


Special InterestEXPRESSIVE ART & WRITING

Amy Barry4 Tuesdays beginning July 76:30PM-8:00PM

We have been through—and are still going through—some very uncertain, challenging times affecting both our personal lives and our place in our communities and greater society. Using creative arts to process and express our current thoughts and feelings can foster better mental and even physical health by bolstering immune systems—a proven medical fact. Creative expression can also foster feelings of hope and optimism and help us see the possibilities for positive change, even in difficult situations. The instructor will use creative prompts, exercises, and art materials to help you get your creative juices flowing and experience the benefits of writing and drawing from the intuitive, imagistic right-side of the brain. All in a supportive group environment. Previous writing or drawing experience is not required.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Small set of oil pastels and a writing

notebook or journal


Expressive Art & Writing in Uncertain Times, Amy Barry (student work shown)

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July 6-10PAINTING WITH THE IMPRESSIONISTS

Cheryl TuttleOpen to ages 5-12July 6-10, 9:00AM - 10:00AM

Join the fun and learn about famous artists. We’ll start with a short story and then create several different styles and techniques of watercolor and collage. *Painters under the age of 7 should have a grown-up present to help with the small stuff.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Magazines or printed images of

animals, flowers, people, watercolors, brush & water cup, crayons,oil pastels, watercolor paper or white paper, glue stick,3-4 paper plates,paper towels


PAINTING LANDSCAPES OF CONNECTICUT

Cheryl TuttleOpen to ages 5-12July 6-10, 2:00PM - 3:00PM

For a tiny state, CT is filled with surprises. Put on your creativity hat and your imaginary hiking boots and join us. You’ll learn to paint different landscapes from the shore to the mountains and to the woods of Connecticut. *Painters under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help with the small stuff.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Acrylic paints: red, yellow, blue,

green, violet, white, and black & brushes, 5 stretched canvas on wooden frames or canvas boards, pencil, 3-4 paper plates, paper towel


July 13-17ZOOMANIA

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12July 13-17, 10:00AM - 11:00AM

Have fun imagining a trip to the zoo and creating your favorite animals that you see! From bears to lions, giraffes, tigers and more! *Kids under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help them.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Air-dry clay, any color (Michael’s www.

michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), modeling tools (for example: www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html ), Mod Podge, paint (various colors) & brush


WONDERFUL WATERCOLORS

Alice ChittendenOpen to ages 5-12July 13-17, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Believe it or not, in this class we will be painting and drawing. That’s because not only will we be using watercolor paints but also watercolor pencils. You will be taught lots of techniques, receive helpful tips and learn to appreciate the medium in a whole new way. There will be a collage piece, you will try painting on wet paper, using a permanent marker to add details to a dry painting and much more. Students will have both struc-tured lessons and time to pursue their own ideas. *Painters under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• White paper (preferably 12 x18),

watercolor paints, brush & water cup, watercolor colored pencils, white glue, black permanent marker, scissors, mixing tray or paper plate


July 20-24CLAY ORNAMENTS

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12July 20-24, 10:00AM - 11:00AM

Need a break from that summer heat? We’ll make some winter inspired ornaments and figures. Anything from painted snowflake flur-ries, to cheerful reindeer and jolly snowmen. We’ll use air-dry clay to make our pieces, so no baking is needed! *Kids under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help them.


michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), Modeling tools (for example: www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html), cookie cutters (various shapes and sizes) , paint (various colors) & brush, Mod Podge


YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMRead full descriptions for materials lists and online sources. Zoom links will be provided with registration.

You must register at least 24 hours in advance to ensure receipt of all registration materials.

Painting with the Impressionists, Cheryl Tuttle

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KIDS TAKE ON THE MASTERS

Julie RyanOpen to ages 5-12July 20-24, 2:00PM - 3:00PM

Think outside of the box and create works of art inspired by a variety of “master” artists. Students will improve their skills in a variety of media and techniques, including drawing, painting, and collage. Artists referenced will include Jeff Koons, Henri Rousseau, Gustav Klimt, Romero Britto, and more! Get excited to think about all the different ways that you might take on the masters yourself! *Kids under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help them.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Pencil & eraser• Set of water-soluble markers (Crayola

brand will work best)• Thin and thick black Sharpie• Watercolor paints, brush & water cup• Colored pencils• Crayons• Scissors• Glue• 8.5x11 (or larger) white drawing paper


July 27-31FUN WITH MARKERS & PASTELS

Alice ChittendenOpen to ages 5-12July 27-31, 9:00AM - 11:00AM

In this class students will use oil pastels and markers, sometimes alone and sometimes together, to create drawings and mixed me-dia art. We will take some of our inspiration from the great outdoors — the ocean, the rainforest, sky and more. Students will also have creative time to follow their own ideas. At least one paper will have cut and folded ad-ditions to give the work a three-dimensional quality. *Kids under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help them.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Oil pastels• Markers• White drawing paper• Colored construction paper• White glue• Scissors


AWESOME ANIMALS!

Julie RyanOpen to ages 5-12July 27-31, 2:00PM - 3:00PM

During this week-long course, students will learn new techniques for creating art using animals (both real and imagined!) as their sub-ject matter. Our inspiring animals will include bugs, lizards, llamas, giraffes, and more! *Kids under the age of 7 should have a grown up present to help them.

MATERIALS: • Pencil & eraser, set of water-soluble

markers (Crayola brand will work best), thin and thick black Sharpie, watercolor paints, brush & water cup, colored pencils, crayons, scissors, glue,

• 8.5” x 11” (or larger) white drawing paper


August 3-7LET’S BUILD A HOUSE

Claudia MathisonOpen to ages 6-12Monday, August 3 9:00AM - 11:00AM

Windows, doors, a roof and chimney. Let’s be architects and builders as we create our fantasy house. Learn paper folding and de-sign techniques. *Young students may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Cereal size box, toilet paper & paper

towel tube, paper or paper bag to cover box, scrap paper, markers or crayons, glue stick, tape, scissors, additional items/art supplies

Tuition $24.00 Members $21.60

GNOME CONES!

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12Wednesday, August 5 10:00AM - 11:00AM

Let’s make a gnome! They’re here to protect your gardens and your flowers, but first we gotta make ‘em. We’ll use air-dry clay to make our pieces, so no baking is needed! *Kids under 7 may need assistance.


michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), aluminum foil, modeling tools ( www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html), paint (various colors)


BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY: SESSION A

Jonathan WeekesOpen to ages 7-12August 3-7, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Learn the basic skills of photography using a DSLR camera. Class will discuss camera controls and how to use them to get better photographs. We will cover using the aper-ture to control depth of field (focus) and the shutter to control motion (blur/freeze action). Creative assignments help explore framing and composition. Finally, we will go over editing of images for review in class every day.


Let’s Sail Away, Claudia Mathison

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August 10-14CREEPING, CRAWLING, CRITTERS

Claudia MathisonOpen to ages 6-12Monday, August 10, 9:00AM - 11:00AM

Let’s learn about insects while creating fanciful caterpillar like creatures. Make one or more! Learn paper manipulation and embellish-ment techniques.*Young students may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • One or more egg cartons cut

lengthwise, markers, scissors, glue stick and or tacky or Elmer’s glue, any type of tape, construction paper, pipe cleaners, pompoms, additional art supplies to enhance your creations are welcomed

Tuition $24.00 Members $21.60

HEARTS FOR MOM

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12Wednesday, August 12, 10:00AM - 11:00AM

We’ll be making a nice gift for Mom. It can be as simple or as complex as you wish. We’ll use air-dry clay to make our pieces, so no baking is needed! *Kids under age 7 may need assistance.


michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), modeling tools (for example: www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html) Mod Podge, paint (various colors) & brush


NATURE DRAWING & CRAFTS

Claudia MathisonOpen to ages 7-12August 11-14, 2:00PM - 3:30PM (note: this

class starts on Tuesday)

Let’s explore the art of nature through draw-ing, painting and crafts. You’ll learn about still life drawing and design, pattern, repetition and color in the natural world around you. Here’s what we will be creating each day and what you will need:

Tuesday: Leaf and Flower Patterns and Designs

MATERIALS NEEDED: • At least 10 pieces of white paper

8x10 or larger, pencil, markers and/or colored pencils, scissors, glue stick, collect leaves and flowers with a variety of shapes and sizes to study and draw during class.

Wednesday: Still Life Drawing Class will draw from a still life.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • At least 2 or more pieces of white

paper at least 8x10, 9x12 or larger, pencil & eraser, markers and/or colored pencils

Thursday: Nature Collage, draw, cut, design

MATERIALS NEEDED:• At least 3 pieces of 9x12 paper

or larger, a variety of colorful construction paper any size (scraps too), pencil, scissors, glue stick, markers and/or colored pencils

Friday: Shell Art

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Wooden frame, box, or plaque (one of

each), gag of shells (or start collecting your own), tacky glue, markers


August 17-21 LET’S SAIL AWAY

Claudia MathisonOpen to ages 6-12Monday, August 17 9:00AM - 11:00AM

What’s a porthole, what do the terms fore and aft mean? Learn about ships old and new while designing your own masted vessel and telescope! *Young students may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Egg carton, paper towel tube or 2

toilet paper tubes, paper to cover carton and tube, scrap paper, heavy card stock paper or poster board, markers or crayons, bamboo skewers or thin dowel sticks, scissors, tape, glue stick, additional supplies of your choice to enhance your ship and telescope are welcomed


DOWN BY THE SEA

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12August 17-21, 2:00PM - 3:00PM

Young artists’ imaginations will flow while creating a variety of art projects that will be themed around our beautiful shores and surrounding areas. We will work in self-hard-ening clay, along with other materials to create sea themed wind chimes and your favorite fish and sea life. *Kids under age 7 may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • Air-dry clay, any color (Michael’s

www.michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), modeling tools (for example: www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html), sequins, any color ( www.michaels.com/round-cup-sequins-by-creatology/M20000354.html?dwvar_M20000354_color=Black), Mod Podge, twine or string (wind chime), wooden dowel (wind chime), cookie cutters, toothpicks, rolling pin, ruler, pen/pencil, newspaper (working surface)


Abstract Sculpture, Claudia Mathison

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PINCH MONSTERS

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12Wednesday, August 19, 10:00 - 11:00AM

We’ll make some super cute monster in-spired pinch pots. Give them kooky eyes, or silly arms, teeth or nose. Make them silly, or make them scary! That choice is up to you, one way or another your monster is here to protect your trinkets and your goodies. We’ll use air-dry clay to make our pieces, so no baking is needed! *Kids under age 7 may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Air-dry clay, any color (Michael’s www.

michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), paint (various colors) & brushes


August 24 - 28ABSTRACT SCULPTURE

Claudia MathisonOpen to ages 6-12Monday, August 24, 9:00 - 11:00AM

What does abstract mean and what does a sculpture look like? Using our imagination and engineering skills we’ll cut, glue and em-bellish a three-dimensional abstract work of art. Build it small, medium or large! *Young students may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED: • At least 4 of each paper towel and

toilet paper tubes, heavy paper or cardboard pieces that can be bent or curled, scissors, glue stick, masking or scotch tape, colored paper scraps, markers, additional items you may have (but not required): pipe cleaners, cardboard for a base, anything to enhance your sculpture


FAIRY DOORS

Megan MayallOpen to ages 5-12Wednesday, August 26, 10:00 - 11:00AM

Do you hope to someday meet a fairy? If so, you begin by building a fairy door. Our fairy doors will be made from self-hardening clay which you can decorate and paint. *Kids under age 7 may need assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED:• Air-dry clay, any color (Michael’s www.

michaels.com/crayola-air-dry-clay-white/10446567.html), modeling tools (for example: www.michaels.com/artminds-clay-modeling-tool-set-3-piece/10178510.html), Mod Podge, paint (various colors) & brush


BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY: SESSION B

Jonathan WeekesOpen to ages 7-12August 24-28, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Learn the basic skills of photography using a DSLR camera. Class will discuss camera controls and how to use them to get better photographs. We will cover using the aper-ture to control depth of field (focus) and the shutter to control motion (blur/freeze action). Creative assignments help explore framing and composition. Finally, we will go over editing of images for review in class every day.


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