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SPRING/SUMMER 2018 April through August

Adult, Teen, Youth

WORCESTER ART MUSEUM

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Greetings!1898-2018: 120 years of art education at the Worcester Art Museum

Our Studio Class Programs team has put together a brand new summer schedule at the Worcester Art Museum. A variety of classes for all ages found throughout several sessions – May-June Summer Adult classes, Adult July Institute, Adult August Workshops, and Summer Classes for Youth and Teens – are ready to inspire and inform students age 3 to 103!

Whether you are taking an art class for the first time or have been an artist for years, we invite you to join the community of artists to learn, explore, and develop your artistic skills and voice. Our faculty share their knowledge and expertise in order to nurture creative growth in each student.

Please contact us if you have questions, comments, or suggestions – maintaining the integrity and quality of our Studio Art Programs is our priority. The Studio Class Programs team, our faculty, and the Worcester Art Museum welcome you to our studios to create, grow, relax, communicate, discover, and enjoy.

See you in the studios,

Elizabeth Buck Manager of Studio Class Programs

Studio Programs Team

Anne Harris – Registration Administrator Phone Registrations, Questions 508-793-4333 | [email protected]

Ruth Hemenway – Studio Class Coordinator Scholarships for Youth and Adult Classes 508-793-4339 | [email protected]

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CONTENTS

About Our Adult Classes 2Adult May-June Classes 3Adult July Institute 10August Workshops 13Adult Calendar 14About Our Youth Classes 16Youth Calendar 17 Youth Summer Classes (3-13 years) 18Teen Summer Classes (14-17 years) 24Faculty 27Class Information 28Registration Form 29

IMPORTANT DATES

April 4/4 Spring Youth and Teen Classes Begin 4/9 – 4/13 Adult April Institute 4/14 – 4/22 NO CLASSES: April Vacation Week 4/15 Heros and Villains Spring Community Day, 10am-4pm 4/17– 4/20 Making Treble April Art Workshops for Youth and Teens May 5/7 Summer Adult Classes Begin 5/26 – 28 NO CLASSES: Memorial Day Weekend June 6/30 Summer Adult Classes End July 7/9 – 7/13 Teacher Institute Runs 7/9 Summer Youth and Teen Classes Begin 7/10 Adult Institutes Begin August 8/6 – 8/11 Adult August Workshops Runs

Spring Community Day: Heroes and Villains Day Sunday April 15, 2018, 10am – 4pm

Who are your Heroes? Who are your Villains? Explore the world of Heroes and Villains at the Worcester Art Museum. Enjoy tours about heroes in art, drop-in for art making activities, demonstrations by historical presenters, and perhaps a chance to bask in the presence of those from a galaxy far away and long ago. You may even find that sometimes a person, or a group, may be considered heroic by some and villainous by others!

The truth is often taken from a certain point of view.

2 Adult Classes

About our ADULT CLASSESWhy WAM?Home to one of the oldest and most respected studio art programs in the region, the Worcester Art Museum offers a wide range of art and art history classes and workshops taught by the area’s leading instructors. Unlike other programs, WAM students have access to the Museum’s world-renowned collections that inspire and inform their work in the classroom. Studio art classes and workshops are available for day, evening, and weekend sessions and for all ages, abilities, and interests.

Tips to Get Started

• Enroll early to secure a spot. Classes must meet minimum enrollments to run.• NEW @ WAM indicates a brand-new class offering• Like us on Facebook for Studio Class Updates and News• Meet our Faculty at worcesterart.org/classes/meet-our-faculty• Except when noted, materials are not included in the tuition for adult classes

and workshops.• All day workshops included a lunch break – bring your own or visit

the Museum Café (Wed-Sat, 11:30am-2pm) or Sip Cart (Wed-Sat, 10am-3pm).• Have questions? Call us at 508-793-4333

College and Teacher Credit

Teachers and educators may take any of our classes for Professional Development Points. The course Radiance Rediscovered: The Art of Stained Glass can be taken for graduate credit through Fitchburg State University. The cost of credit is $390, and is additional to the course tutition. You must register for credit before the first day of class. See more information in the course description on page 10.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for students on limited or fixed incomes. Please call 508-793-4339 for more information.

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Adult Classes

the Worcester Art Museum, St. John the Baptist by Andrea del Sarto is one of the few paintings in America by the great Florentine master. Discover the amazing history of this painting, which was owned by some of Boston’s most famous citizens and lent to several museums before being donated to the church where it remained unidentified for almost two decades.

50 Centuries of Art: Tour the WAM Collections Martha Chiarchiaro Wed 7–9pm, May 9 – June 13, 6 weeks Non-Member $180 / Member $162 Enhance your understanding of art by exploring the historical and technical significance of the outstanding collections of the Museum. Explore the art of ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome through sculptures and decorative arts. Discover the history of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque art through architecture, sculpture, and paintings. We’ll learn about significant artists of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries through some of the finest works of art in the European and American collections and complete our tour with the American Decorative Arts collections.

Masters of the Italian Renaissance Martha Chiarchiaro Thurs 1- 4pm, May 10 – May 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $180 / Member $162 Explore the pivotal contributions of Italian artists from 1300 to 1520. Begin with the transitional works of Cimabue, Duccio, and Giotto who set the foundation for the Renaissance. The works of Masaccio, Donatello, and Brunelleschi will illustrate the early innovations of the Renaissance in painting, sculpture, and architecture. The variety of styles that emerged during the Renaissance will be illustrated in the works of artists such as Botticelli, Piero della Francesca, Giorgione, and Bellini. The triumvirate of Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael, along with Titian, will demonstrate the innovations of the High Renaissance. Each class will include a PowerPoint presentation and a visit relevant Museum collections.

Art History

Building Worcester’s Italian Collection Jim Welu Wed 5:30–7pm, May 2, 1 day Non-Member $30 / Member $27 It has taken a century for the Worcester Art Museum to build its distinguished collection of Italian paintings. This lecture by the Museum’s Director Emeritus, Jim Welu, who oversaw the collection for many years, focuses on the collection’s assembly. Join Jim as he sets the stage for subsequent lectures on three of Italy’s greatest masters: Leonardo da Vinci, Piero di Cosimo, and Andrea del Sarto.

The Worcester Leonardo: Its 20th-Century History Jim Welu Wed 5:30-7pm, May 9, 1 day Non-Member $30 / Member $27 Discover the fascinating story of how a small painting now attributed to Leonardo da Vinci came to the Worcester Art Museum. This illustrated lecture by the Museum’s Director Emeritus introduces you to the individuals who played a key role in bringing this Renaissance treasure to the public’s attention.

Piero di Cosimo: A Painting with Buzz Jim Welu Wed 5:30-7pm, May 23, 1 day Non-Member $30 / Member $27 Painted by one of the most eccentric artists of the Italian Renaissance, Piero di Cosimo’s Discovery of Honey by Bacchus has a history as colorful as both the artist and the painting itself. Discover the many fascinating stories connected to one of the Worcester Art Museum’s finest works.

Rescuing a Renaissance Masterpiece Jim Welu Wed 5:30-7pm, May 30, 1 day Non-Member $30 / Member $27 When All Saints Episcopal Church in Worcester decided to clean house for an auction in 1977, a dusty painting of Saint John the Baptist was pulled from the balcony, where it had sat on the floor for many years. Subsequently acquired by

Look for New @ WAM classes for adults–beginner through advanced.

4 Adult Classes

Calligraphy

A Taste of Calligraphy CJ Kennedy Wed 6-9pm, May 9 – June 6, 5 weeks Non-Member $140 / Member $126 Learn calligraphy, the art of beautiful writing! Use a broad-edge pen and ink to create graceful and elegant letters in Italic, a style of handwriting used in the 15th and 16th centuries. Beginners receive an overview of lowercase and simplified uppercase letters while continuing students explore more in-depth topics. Gallery visits inspire students and reinforce lessons. See website for supply list.

Computer Art

Introduction to Adobe Cloud – New @ WAM Hannah Gaucher Thurs 6–9pm, May 10 – June 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $220 / Member $199 Learn Adobe suite, focusing on graphic art programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Flash. In-class projects such as digital painting, photo editing, book compilation, and creating animated gif files will cover the many capabilities of working digitally. If you are new to digital art or want a space to continue exercising your skills, this class is perfect for you. Includes lab fee.

Drawing

Drawing with Colored Pencils Jill Pottle Mon 6-9pm, May 7 – June 25, 7 weeks (No class on May 28) Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Create beautiful drawings using affordable and transportable colored pencils. Explore texture effects, glazing value, and color theory in this medium. Specific exercises will provide the background to develop projects on your own and enhance your mastery of drawing with color.

Pastel Drawing Ella Delyanis Tues 9:30am-12:30pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 Explore the art of pastel drawing, from quick sketches to rich, painterly applications. Work with a variety of toned papers and subject matter including still life, landscape, and portraiture. Have fun experimenting with pastels as you become comfortable with this versatile medium. Supplies for first class: white drawing paper (11”x14” or larger), erasers, 2B pencil, and basic chalk pastel set. (Includes model fee)

Drawing I & II Ella Delyanis Tues 6-9pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 From graphite pencil and stick, to colored pencil and charcoal, draw from observation and imagination. Discover your sense of touch on various paper surfaces. Supplies for first class: bring any drawing supplies you are currently using. (Includes model fee)

Portrait Drawing I & II Thomas Grady Wed 9:30am–12:30pm, May 9 – June 20, 7 weeks Non-Member $245 / Member $220.50 Work from a portrait model each week and learn to draw from direct observation. Explore a variety of drawing materials and techniques to gain expressive and realistic drawing skills and practice what you learn. Bring a sketchbook and pencil to every class along with all the supplies listed on our website. (Includes model fee)

Beginning Drawing Helen Downey Thurs 9:30am-12:30pm, May 10 – June 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 Learn the fundamentals of drawing while you work from real objects and your imagination in a variety of drawing materials. Supplies for first class: drawing pad; pencils: HB or #2, 4H, 6B; plastic and kneaded erasers. Includes model fee.

Beginning Drawing Helen Downey Thurs 6–9pm, May 10 – June 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 (See description above.)

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Color and Light Intensive Bill Griffiths Wed 9:30am-4pm, May 9 – Jun 20, 7 weeks (No class on Feb 21) Non-Member $455 / Member $410 Spend a full day working in the studio with a master colorist! Expand your knowledge of color and light with Bill while creating rich and effective color. This advanced class is open to drawing and water-based paints. Prerequisite: three or more drawing or painting courses. Supplies for first class: bring what you have for the medium of your choice.

Drawing and Painting the Landscape Ella Delyanis Mon 6-9pm, May 7 – Jun 25, 7 weeks (No class on May 28) Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Learn to capture this accessible subject in the 2D medium of your choice. Working from photographs, sketches, and the Museum collection, develop ideas as you explore perspective, color, light, and composition. Supplies for first class: white drawing paper (11”x14” or larger), erasers, 2B and 5B pencils, and charcoal.

Drawing Birds and Animals from the Museum Randy LeSage Thurs 1 – 4pm, May 10 – May 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $120 / Member $108 View and draw images of animals and birds depicted within the Museum’s collections. Return to the studio each class and using your sketches work in your chosen medium. Learn about the background of the life and art of these marvelous creatures. See website for materials.

Drawing and Painting

WAM encourages the use of non-toxic, no-odor solvents in our studios to help students with chemical sensitivities.

Exploring Color and Light Bill Griffiths Mon 6-9pm, May 7 – Jun 25, 7 weeks (No class on May 28) Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Do your color choices yield the desired results? Learn Bill’s straightforward and effective system of working with color. Use any color medium including oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics or colored pencils to create rich color and the luminous feeling of light. Prerequisite: at least two drawing or painting courses. Supplies for first class: bring what you have for the medium of your choice.

Exploring Color and Light Bill Griffiths Thurs 9:30am-12:30pm, May 10 – Jun 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 (see description above)

Figure Drawing and Painting Elaine Smollin Mon 1-4pm, May 7 – Jun 25, 7 weeks (No class on May 28) Non-Member $280 / Member $252 The structure of this class respects each artist’s interest in the figure. Individual support will enrich everyone’s personal abilities in any style. This weekly class will allow each artist to enjoy informal discussion of visual art and appreciation of individual talents and aims. Short poses by the life model are followed by two one-hour poses. Includes model fee. All abilities welcome. See website for materials.

6 Adult Classes

Mixed Media

Mixed Media & Mono Prints Nan Hess Feldman Mon 9:30am–1:30pm, May 7 – May 21, 3 weeks Non-Member $125 / Member $112.50 Explore the resist technique of oil, pastels, and watercolor, with the addition of Caran D’ache crayons, to create multi-textured results. In addition, explore making loose mono prints using Gelli plates and acrylics. Supplies for first class: Gelli plate(s) and color media of your choice. WAM will provide some color media for use in class.

The Art of Collage Donalyn Schofield Thurs 2–5pm, May 10 – June 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $220 / Member $198 Create both 2D and 3D collages using acid-free glues and mixed media such as resists, glazes, photo montage, and paste papers. Class projects will focus on using your personal iconography to create meaningful and exciting works of art! Please bring imagery, scissors, and gel medium to first class. Includes some materials.

Art Studio Sampler Patti Kelly Sat 9:30am–12:30pm, May 12 – June 30 (No class on May 26), 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 Learn to draw in pencil, charcoal, pastels, pen, and ink, and try your hand at watercolor and acrylics. Gallery visits will help explain terminology and provide an understanding of how artists use these mediums. Returning students and those with some experience will continue to explore the fundamentals of artmaking. All abilities welcome. Supplies for first class: drawing pad (14”x17”or larger), erasers, 2B and 6B pencils.

Paste Papers Workshop Donalyn Schofield Sat, June 9, 10am–4pm, 1 day Non-Member $75 / Member $67.50 Make paste paper all morning and move into other techniques for enhancing papers in the afternoon, giving the beautiful paste papers time to dry. Other techniques will include washes, glazes, various gel media, and crackle techniques, some of which can be used on canvas and boards, as well as on paper. Enjoy a fun day making exquisite papers to use in your artwork. Includes some materials.

Cowboy, Robert Pospisil

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Painting

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a painting course. WAM encourages the use of non-toxic, non-odor solvents in our studios to help students with chemical sensitivities.

Abstract Painting Patti Kelly Tues 6-9pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Ever wanted to paint freely and create some wonderful abstract art? Learn about the various materials and methods of abstract painting and its history across time and cultures. Explore the use of color, form, and the personal language of painting. This class is inspirational, encouraging, and explorative. See website for materials.

Acrylic Painting I & II Rebecca Duffy Tues 6-9pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Explore painting techniques, composition, color, and creative expression in an upbeat and encouraging atmosphere. Learn brushwork, layering, and color-mixing techniques. In-class assignments will include composition, color theory, light and shadow, brush and palette knife techniques, and experimenting with other tools to apply paint. Students will work from observation as well as photographs and drawings. See website for materials.

Beginning Painting Ella Delyanis Wed 6-9pm, May 9 – June 20, 7 weeks Non-Member $215 / Member $193.50 Are you interested in learning how to paint? Start with the basic materials, add the right tools and techniques, and let painting become your lifelong passion! Be inspired by paintings in the galleries, and then work with acrylics or oils on still life, landscape, and portrait. Includes model fee. See website for materials.

Oil Painting from Life Randy LeSage Thurs 6–9pm, May 10 – June 21, 7 weeks Non-Member $245 / Member $224 Working from life models, use oil paint on canvas or board in traditional or interpretive methods of portraiture and figure painting. Learn ways of using brushes and palette knives to develop portrait and figure structure and composition, and review useful oil-paint mediums to generate varied techniques. Includes model fee. See website for materials.

Acrylic and Oil Bill Griffiths Sat 9:30am-12:30pm, May 12 – June 30 (No class on May 26), 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Explore acrylic or water-based oil painting on paper or canvas. Color and design will be stressed through traditional and experimental approaches. Supplies for first class: bring your acrylics or water-based oil paints and paper or canvas grounds.

Asian Brush Painting

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a painting course.

Asian Brush Painting Sharon Smith-Viles Tues 1–4pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Study the art of four Asian master artists who painted flowers and birds. Inspired by this work, beginners will learn basic strokes and advanced students will explore new themes. See website for materials. Asian Brush Painting Bayda Asbridge Wed 6-9pm, May 9 – June 20, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Explore and experiment with a variety of subjects, techniques, and materials while enjoying the vitality of this spontaneous style of painting. Enjoy exploring some relaxation exercises to regenerate energy and mental concentration. This course will cover modern Asian art and collage. See website for materials.

8 Adult Classes

Photography

How to Photograph Almost Anything Norm Eggert Mon 6-9pm, May 7 – June 25 (No class on May 28), 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Learn how to improve your photography skills while exploring popular subjects such as portrait, travel, nature, and night photography. A variety of assignments will strengthen your photographic skills and give you the confidence to photograph almost anything. Bring your camera to the first class.

Printmaking

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a printmaking course.

Solar Plate Etching – New @ WAM Randy LeSage Tues 9:30am–12:30pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $242 / Member $217.80 Solar Plates offer a versatile and quick process for creating images on transparencies to attach to film-based solar plates (approx. 5”x7”). Work in your choice of drawing media or photo imagery for exposure to the sun and development in water, and learn the process of printing individual editions of prints in black or colored inks. Includes materials fee. See website for materials.

Printmaking I & II Corinne Rhodes Tues 6-9pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $230 / Member $207 From the simplest methods to advanced techniques, learn about a variety of printmak-ing processes. Explore mono-prints, relief, and more, working in the medium of your choice while exploring color, composition, form, and personal imagery. Includes ink fee. See website for materials.

The City of New Orleans, Carole Christensen


Watercolor

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a watercolor course.

Watercolor I Bill Griffiths Mon 9:30am-12:30pm, May 7 – June 25 (No class on May 28), 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Join Bill for the insights you have been looking for with one-on-one instructor support that helps make your watercolors even stronger. Supplies for first class: please bring all your watercolor supplies.

Watercolor and Light Bill Griffiths Tues 1-4pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Delve deeper by focusing on color and light effects. Join Bill to learn new techniques through demonstrations that will help make your work even stronger. Prerequisite: at least two watercolor classes. Supplies for first class: please bring all your watercolor supplies.

Writing

Those Left Behind – New @ WAM Jim Beschta Tues 6-9pm, May 8 – June 19, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Families are both formative and interesting. Using the characters and situations you grew up with, this course will center on narrative accounts and accentuate the honing of writing skills, both poetic and prosaic. Develop your artistic writing skills and techniques in this supportive workshop environment. Please bring writing materials or laptop; free Wi-Fi provided.

Writing Workshop: Novella in Flash Laurel King Wed 6-9pm, May 9 – June 20, 7 weeks Non-Member $210 / Member $189 Do you like writing short fiction but also have the desire to produce a longer project? The novella-in-flash offers a chance to create a full-length work while still embracing the concision and energy of the flash form (less than 1,000 words). We’ll read flash fiction and novellas-in-flash, critique student stories, explore how to connect flash fictions to create a novella, and discuss possibilities for publication. Returning students are welcome, along with those who prefer to write “stand-alone” flash stories. Suggested text is My Very End of the Universe: Five Novellas-in-Flash and a Study of the Form.

Sculpure

Sculpture I & II Thomas Kellner Mon 1–4pm, May 7 – June 25 (No class on May 28), 7 weeks Non-Member $240 / Member $216 Learn the basics of 3D art to create your own sculptures in clay, wood, plaster, and other materials. Use the Museum’s collection for inspiration. Includes material and model fees.

10 Adult Classes

Teacher Institute @ WAM

Radiance Rediscovered: The Art of Stained Glass Jane Lattimore Mon-Fri 9am–5pm, July 9 – July 13, 5 days Non-member $450 / Member $405 Additional Grad. Credit Fee $ 390 Explore the elements of color and line in art through the medium of stained glass. In conjunction with the Museum’s exhibition, Radiance Rediscovered, this course examines four stained glass windows by L.C. Tiffany and John La Farge. Gallery experiences include an introduction to the exhibition by guest curator Amanda Lett, as well as discussion and activities that focus on the two artists and their achievements in stained glass. A trip to the studio of the exhibition’s stained glass restorer, Diane Rousseau, is planned, as well as a visit to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Worcester, to view its Tiffany windows. Students will work with visiting artist, Jeanne Kowal, to create a stained glass project. This class is designed for art educators who would like to gain knowledge of stained glass and experience working with methods and materials that lend themselves to a study of line and color in the classroom. All educators and stained glass enthusiasts are welcome. No prior knowledge of studio art is necessary. Students taking the class for college credit are required to complete a curriculum assignment after July 13. Required reading is assigned prior to the first day of class for those taking the course for credit. Includes some materials.

Asian Brush Painting

Asian Brush Painting Sharon Smith-Viles Tues 3-5:30pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $110 / Member $99 Explore classic combinations: lotus and kingfisher, peonies and bees, sunflowers and butterflies, and panda and bamboo. Beginners will study basic strokes and advanced students will explore new themes. See website for materials.

ADULT JULY INSTITUTEExpand your skills or explore new art forms in one of our adult workshops.

From beginner through advanced, there is something for every interest and ability level.

Art History

Art Patrons and the Creation of Great American Museums Martha Chiarchiaro Wed 7–9pm, July 11 – August 1, 4 weeks Non-Member $120 / Member $108 What do Clark, Frick, Gardner, Getty, Mellon, Phillips, and Salisbury all have in common? They loved art and wanted to make it available to the public! Explore the fascinating history of the great museums of America, large and small, and the role individuals played in their creation. We’ll also explore the importance of the individuals who supported avant-garde art-ists and made it possible for these artists to share their works with the public. WAM and other New England museums will be highlighted!

The History of American Painting Martha Chiarchiaro Thurs 1–4pm, July 12 – August 2, 4 weeks Non-Member $180 / Member $162 WAM has one of the most comprehensive American painting collections in the country. With PowerPoint presentations and visits to the collection each week, explore the history of American painting from early portraits through contemporary time. Examine early paintings through portraits such as those by Copley and Stuart, and the landscapes of Cole and Kensett will help us understand American’s pride in their new nation. Explore American artists home and abroad in the late 19th century through the work of Homer, Eakins, Whistler, Sargent, and Cassatt. Artists of the 20th century will be as diverse as O’Keefe and Benton, Pollock and Kelly, and Noland and Flack.


Drawing

Drawing Characters and Comics Hannah Gaucher Tues 6–9pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $120 / Member $108 Interested in creating your own comic or story but don’t know where to start? Explore the history of comics and narrative art and learn how to incorporate old and new techniques into your work. Projects will include exercises in character design, concept art, storytelling, and methods to self-publish your own comic.

Portrait Drawing I & II George Hancin Tues 6–9pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $157 / Member $141.30 Learn to draw the portrait through direct observation of a variety of models. Study the proportion of the head, including its structural planes and features. Exercises will focus on proportion, gesture, structure, value, and contour. Demonstrations, examples of master drawing, quick exercises, and long poses will help you develop drawing skills, as you learn the expressive possibilities of graphite pencils, charcoal, and conté crayon. Includes model fee.

Drawing and Painting

WAM encourages the use of non-toxic, non-odor solvents in our studios to help students with chemical sensitivities.

Color and Light Extended Bill Griffiths Wed 3–5:30pm, July 11 – August 1, 4 weeks Non-Member $100 / Member $90 Continue to expand your knowledge of color and light with Bill while creating rich and effective color. This advanced class is open to drawing and water-based paints. Prerequisite: three or more drawing or painting courses. Supplies for first class: bring what you have for the medium of your choice.

Figure Composition – New @ WAM Elaine Smollin Thurs 6–9pm, July 12 – August 2, 4 weeks Non-Member $162 / Member $145.80 Learn about color, composition, and paint handling as you work from the human figure. Whether you’re new to the figure or returning to the subject, get inspired by examples of modern and contemporary art as well as sketching from a live model. Explore ways to take figure drawings and work them into multi-figure images, and work from basic sketching to painting the figure. Includes model fee.

Mixed Media

Mixed Media Collage & Assemblage Donalyn Schofield Thurs 6–9pm, July 12 - August 2, 4 weeks Non-Member $132 / Member $118.80 Collage crosses over so many media that the sky is the limit on what you can use to create art. Learn the best techniques, material, and tools to create long-lasting art. Reuse photos, mono-prints, and embellishments from your stash of treasures to make exciting, new art!

Painting

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a painting course. WAM encourages the use of non-toxic, non-odor solvents in our studios to help students with chemical sensitivities.

Exploring Color and Light Bill Griffiths Tues 6–9pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $120 / Member $108 Do your color choices yield the desired results? Learn Bill’s straightforward and effective system of working with color. Use any color medium including oils, pastels, watercolors, acrylics, or colored pencils to create rich color and the luminous feeling of light. Prerequisite: at least two drawing or painting courses. Supplies for first class: bring what you have for the medium of your choice.

12 Adult Classes

Photography

Digital Photography I & II Richard Hoyer Tues 6–9pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $142 / Member $127.80 Begin or continue to learn about digital photography including equipment, software, imaging techniques, photo editing with Adobe Photoshop, and uploading digital photography from camera to computer. Includes computer lab fee.

How to Take Great Photographs at Night Norm Eggert Wed 6-9pm, July 11 – August 1, 4 weeks Non-Member $132 / Member $118.80 Night photography is great fun and not difficult if you understand your camera. First, learn the fundamentals of photography – such as, how to make a good exposure (essential for night photography) and the importance of white balance and good composition. Then, venture out into the night (weather permitting) to practice what you have learned and receive supportive feedback on your photographs.

iPhone Photography Richard Hoyer Thurs 6–9pm, July 12 – August 2, 4 weeks Non-Member $142 / Member $127.80 The iPhone is the most used camera in the world. Learn to shoot, edit, and share with your iPhone. With so many camera Apps available, we’ll go over some of the best. Learn about the HDR and Panoramic features in Apple’s native camera App and when it’s ideal to use them. Discover how to unlock the power of very sophisticated Apps like Snapseed. Includes computer lab fee.

Printmaking

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a printmaking course.

Silk Screen Printing I & II Sarah Williams Wed 6–9pm, July 11 – August 1, 4 weeks Non-Member $150 / Member $135 Learn the basics of silk-screening while developing your inspiration from works in the galleries. We’ll go over the basics of this printmaking technique that can be done on acrylic inks, fabric inks, and a variety of other mediums. Make multiples, astonish your friends, and be the envy of your neighbors with your fabulous prints! See website for supplies.

Relief Printing for a Month Randy LeSage Thurs 6–9pm, July 12 – August 2, 4 weeks Non-Member $140 / Member $126 Relief printing offers a direct and enjoyable way to create unique personal prints in black-and-white or color. Small editions can be created from your choice of wood, linoleum, or e-z cut blocks. Learn through examples and demonstrations of relief practices, including the application of tools to safely cut blocks, ink, and print on various papers. One block, multiple block, reduction, and white-line methods will be introduced. Choose what works best for you. Includes materials fee.

Watercolor

WAM students are encouraged to take drawing before enrolling in a watercolor course.

Exploring Watercolor Bill Griffiths Tues 3–5:30pm, July 10 – July 31, 4 weeks Non-Member $100 / Member $90 Watercolors are a fluid, flexible, and fascinating medium but present their own color challenges. Bill has developed tried-and-true techniques to conquer these challenges. Each week, he’ll help you take your watercolors to the next level. Explore basic watercolor techniques and experience this unique medium in a supportive environment. Supplies for first class: please bring all your watercolor supplies.

Watercolor I & II Bill Griffiths Wed 6–9pm, July 11 – August 1, 4 weeks Non-Member $132 / Member $118.80 Focus on basic watercolor skills and add your own artistic vision to images from the world. More advanced students will continue to explore watercolor as a medium for self-expression while learning exciting new techniques. Receive individual instruction based on your work. Each class will introduce you to new things that will expand your range of watercolor techniques.


Acrylic Painting I & II Bill Griffiths Mon – Fri 9:30am–12:30pm, August 6 – 10, 5 days Non-Member $165 / Member $148.50 Explore painting techniques, composition, color, and creative expression in an upbeat and encouraging atmosphere. Learn brushwork, layering, and color mixing techniques. Emphasis is on individual attention and class assignments will include composition, color theory, working with light and shadow, working with brush and palette knife techniques, and experimenting with other tools to apply paint. Students will work from observation as well as photographs and drawings. See website for materials.

Photographing the Urban Landscape Norm Eggert Mon – Fri 1–4pm, August 6 – 10, 5 days Non-Member $165 / Member $148.50 Learn the fundamentals of photography and how to make great photographs of the urban landscape in Worcester. We’ll have several field trips with a focus on technique and composition. The “new” Worcester offers a great opportunity to make wonderful urban photographs.

AUGUST WORKSHOPSFigure Drawing and Painting Workshop Randy LeSage Mon – Fri 10am–4pm, August 13 – 17, 5 days Non-Member $407 / Member $366.30 In this intensive workshop, draw and paint from the life model. Mornings will include exercises that emphasize ways of seeing while drawing the figure, including anatomy, proportion, contour line, gesture, light and dark, and massing volume in space. We’ll focus on composition and color with various drawing and painting mediums. In the afternoon, develop works from the model related to morning exercises, further explore your personal direction, and grow through group reflection. Includes model fee.

Sunset, Friendship, Maine, Joanie Betterley

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Mixed Media & Mono Prints (9:30am-1:30pm, 3 classes) Nan Hass Feldman - pg 6

Watercolor I Bill Griffiths - pg 9

Monday

Figure Drawing and Painting Elaine Smollin - pg 5 Sculpture I & II Thomas Kellner - pg 9

Drawing and Painting the Landscape Ella Delyanis - pg 6

Drawing with Colored Pencils Jill Pottle - pg 4

Exploring Color and Light Bill Griffiths - pg 5

How to Photograph Almost Anything Norm Eggert - pg 8

Pastel Drawing Ella Delyanis - pg 4

Solar Plate Etching New @ WAM Randy LeSage - pg 8

Tuesday

Asian Brush Painting Sharon Smith-Viles pg 7

Watercolor and Light Bill Griffiths - pg 8

Abstract Painting Patti Kelly - pg 7

Acrylic Painting I & II Rebecca Duffy - pg 7

Drawing I & II Ella Delyanis - pg 4

Printmaking I & II Corinne Rhodes - Pg 8

“Those Left Behind” New @ WAM Jim Beschta - pg 9

Color and Light Intensive (9:30am-4pm) Bill Griffiths - pg 5

Portrait Drawing I & II Tom Grady - pg 4

Wednesday

5/2 Building Worcester’s Italian Collection (5:30-7pm) Jim Welu - pg 3

5/9 The Worcester Leonardo: Its 20th-Century History New @ WAM (5:30-7pm) Jim Welu - pg 3

5/23 Piero di Cosimo: A Painting with Buzz (5:30-7pm), Jim Welu - pg 3

5/30 Rescuing a Renaissance Masterpiece (5:30-7pm) Jim Welu - pg 3

50 Centuries of Art: Touring the WAM Collections (7-9 pm) Martha Chiarchiaro - pg 3

Asian Brush Painting Bayda Asbridge - pg 7

A Taste of Calligraphy CJ Kennedy - pg 7 Beginning Painting Ella Delyanis - pg 7 Writing Workshop: Novella in Flash Laurel King - pg 9

Teacher’s Institute Monday – Friday, 7/9-7/13, 9am-5pm Radiance Rediscovered: The Art of Stained Glass w/ Jane Lattimore - pg 10

Available for graduate credit through Fitchburg State University

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Adult Classes Calendar

Beginning Drawing Helen Downey - pg 4

Exploring Color and Light Bill Griffiths - pg 6

Thursday

Drawing Birds and Animals from the Museum New @ WAM (4 classes ) Randy LeSage - pg 5

Masters of the Italian Renaissance New @ WAM (4 classes) Martha Chiarchiaro - pg 3

The Art of Collage (2-5pm) Donalyn Schofield - pg 6

Beginning Drawing Helen Downey - pg 4

Introduction to Adobe Cloud - New @ WAM Hannah Gaucher - pg 4

Oil Painting from Life Randy LeSage - pg 7

July InstituteTuesdays, 7/10-7/313-5:30pm Asian Brush Painting, Sharon Smith Viles – pg 103-5:30pm Exploring Watercolor, Bill Griffiths – pg 126-9pm Digital Photography I & II, Richard Hoyer – pg 126-9pm Drawing Characters & Comics, Hannah Gaucher – pg 116-9pm Exploring Color & Light, Bill Griffiths – pg 116-9pm Portrait Drawing I & II, George Hancin – pg 11

Wednesdays, 7/11-8/13pm-5:30pm Color and Light Extended, Bill Griffiths – pg 116-9pm How to Take Great Photographs

at Night, Norm Eggert – pg 126-9pm Silk Screen Printing I & II, Sarah Williams – pg 126-9pm Watercolor I & II, Bill Griffiths – pg 127-9pm Art Patrons and the Creation of Great

American Museums Martha Chiarchiaro – pg 10

Thursdays, 7/12-8/21pm-4pm The History of American Painting

17th to the 20th Century, Martha Chiarchiaro - pg 106-9pm iPhone Photography, Richard Hoyer - pg 126-9pm Mixed Media Collage & Assemblage,

Donalyn Schofield – pg 116-9pm Figure Composition-New @ WAM, Elaine Smollin – pg 116-9pm Relief Printing for a Month, Randy LeSage – pg 12

Acrylic and Oil Bill Griffiths - pg 7

Art Studio Sampler Patti Kelly - pg 6

6/9 Paste Paper Workshop (1 day, 10am-4pm) Donalyn Schofield - pg 6

Saturday

August Workshops8/6 – 8/109:30am-12:30pm Acrylic Painting I & II, Bill Griffiths – pg 131-4pm Photographing the Urban Landscape,

Norm Eggert – pg 13

8/13 – 8/1710am-4pm Figure Drawing and Painting Workshop,

Randy LeSage – pg 13

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About our YOUTH CLASSESWhat Makes our Program Unique?WAM has a long history of introducing children of all ages to the world of art. Our students explore the Museum, try new materials, and benefit from working with professional artists and educators. As they build on their skills, they gain a sense of confidence and a deeper appreciation for art. All youth, not just those with perceived talent, benefit from our Program. Our instructors consider each child’s unique capabilities and give individualized attention during lessons. All materials are provided for youth classes.

Tips to choose the right class:

•Youth classes are designed to be developmentally appropriate and are age specific. Age ranges are listed on next page.

• Enroll earlier to secure a spot. Classes must meet enrollment minimums to run.• Learn more about our faculty at worcesterart.org/classes/meet-our-faculty.• Come visit in advance of classes to familiarize your child with the Museum.

Youth Levels

Ages 3 – 5 Years with Adult Fun art activities, games, and stories introduce children to a wide variety of media, and encourage development in communication skills and fine-and gross-motor control as students draw, paint, and sculpt. Participating with your child encourages skills in collaboration helps children gain self-confidence. These classes require one adult/guardian per child enrolled.

Ages 5 – 7 Years Students are exposed to a broad range of ideas and art forms through medium-specific classes, such as sculpture and painting, and through theme-based classes. Emphasis is on self-expression and experimentation.

Ages 8 – 10 & 11 – 13 Years Students strengthen creative confidence and technical abilities through medium-specific courses. Projects focus on developing observational and technical skills as well as furthering the student’s ability to think independently.

Extended Day and Lunch Pricing Sign your child up for just the morning, just the after-noon or have them come for both sessions! We also offer early drop off, supervised lunch, and late pickup options to extend your child’s fun at WAM.

Time Fee per Week

AM Extended 8:30 –10AM $47

Lunch 12 –12:30PM $14

PM Extended 2:30 –5PM $76

Each option is available for all 6 weeks. If you enroll a child in extended day and/or lunch, please note that the Worcester Art Museum requires that students provide their own nut-free lunches, healthy snacks, and drink(s). Refrigeration is not available. Please make sure your child knows which food should be eaten at lunch time and extended day. Please alert WAM staff at the time of registration if your child has a serious allergy or other medical concern.

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Week 1 7/9-7/13

Week 2 7/16-7/20

Week 3 7/23-7/27

Week 4 7/30-8/3

Week 5 8/6-8/10

Week 6 8/13-8/17

3-5 years AM

Art Together Art Together Art Together Art Together Art Together Art Together

Wings and Things

Museum Explorers

Tropical Getaway Out to Sea Draw It, Build

It, Shape ItArt and

Movement

5-7 years AM

Multicultural Masks Into the Next

DimensionScience and Art

Fur, Fin, Scale, and Skin:

Animals in 3D

Long, Long Ago

Painting Under

the SeaMeet the Artists

5-7 years

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and CastlesWe Love Painting!

Dragons, Unicorns, Griffins,

and More

Anything Goes With Abstract

Art Drawing Once Upon

a Time

Sculpture FUN-

damentalsMaking Faces 5+Years

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8-10 years AM

Drawing from Life Cartoon Art

Mosaic & Collage

The Art of Funny

IllustrationArt of Today Express

Yourself!Language, Art, & Culture

of JapanRoller Coaster! Computer

Ani-maniacs

8-10 years

PMExploring Sculpture

Origami to Bubblegum Artist,

Designer, Engineer?!

Clay, Clay, and More Clay

Architecture for Kids Drawing and

Painting the Landscape

Claymation Manga: Drawn and Digitized

11-13 years AM

Creative Cartooning

Eyes on Sculpture Fantasy

Illustration

Intro to Contemporary

Drawing & Sculpture

Black & White Illustration Painter’s

PaletteClaymation Architecture

for Kids

11-13 years

PMArt Studio

Explore Drawing &

Printmaking

Outer Limits: The Art

of Space

Digital Comics:

Animals & Creatures

Fashion Design

Art & Myth

Painting With Color

Painting LARGE!

14-17 years

All Day

Digital ArtsPainting with Watercolor and Acrylic

Storytelling through

Photographs

Drawing & Painting Intensive

Drawing, Painting, & Sculpture Portfolio Builder

Manga: Drawn & DigitizedAnatomy

for ArtistsSculpture for Teens

Draw, Paint, Print

Mixed Media Painting

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Week 1 July 9 –13 10am–12pm

Art Together: Wings and Things 3-5 Years w/ Adult Rebecca Duffy Non-member $175 / Member $157.50 Discover creatures that creep, wriggle, and fly as you make your own animals using clay, paint, and more! Explore the Museum galleries looking for animals in art and build skills and confidence in the studio together. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Multicultural Masks 5-7 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 Design and create a series of masks using fun mixed-media sculpture materials. Find inspiration from the many cultures found in the Museum’s galleries and the stories and myths they share with us.

Meet the Artists 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Visit the galleries to see how artists like Monet and Magritte used materials in their art. Have fun creating your own art as you learn the basics and express yourself in painting, drawing, printmaking, and sculpture.

Drawing from Life 8-10 Years Theresa Monteith Non-member $150 / Member $135 Learn to use line, space, value, and other fundamentals of drawing to create drawings that more accurately resemble your subject. Grow your observational skills as you learn to “see like an artist” and create drawings of still life arrangements, landscapes, and portraits. Visit the Museum’s galleries each day for inspiration.

- The Language, Art, and Culture 8-10 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 Travel through time learning about the ancient, medieval, and contemporary art and language of Japan ( ). Then, create your own works of inspired art in the studio.

Creative Cartooning 11-13 Years Scott Nelson Non-member $150 / Member $135 Learn how to draw faces that express emotion, write text to make your readers laugh, and draw convincing, outlandish situations. Explore the basics of drawing, shading, writing, and page layout.

12:30pm–2:30pm

Knights and Castles 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore medieval art and culture through this fun-filled class. Knights, dragons, and tales of valor come alive as you explore the galleries and create artwork with paint, paper, clay, and more.

Exploring Sculpture 8-10 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 Use WAM’s galleries for inspiration and build your skills in basic sculpture techniques while exploring the work of famous sculptors. In the studio, learn handbuilding with clay and create 3D works using paper, wire, cloth, and more.

Art Studio 11-13 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 This multi-media class will provide an overview of the wide variety of media, styles, and subjects available to a budding artist. Create by drawing, collaging, painting, and sculpting while working on a variety of subjects, a perfect way to start your own artistic journey.

See teen classes on pages 24 – 26.

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Art Together: Museum Explorers 3-5 w/Adult Theresa Monteith Non-member $175 / Member $157.50 Explore the museum for drawings, paintings, sculptures, and fun! With the help of your artistic guide, identify specific works of art, and make your own masterpieces using paint and mixed materials. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Into the Next Dimension 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Art comes in more than one dimension. From flat drawings and paintings to free-standing 3D creations, you can view art from any angle! Explore Museum galleries and create your own paintings, drawings, and sculptures in the studio.

Cartoon Art 8-10 Years Scott Nelson Non-member $150 / Member $135 Encourage a sense of humor and a love of drawing and storytelling with this great class! Get inspired by your favorite comics and design your own character in a storyline.

Roller Coaster! 8-10 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 In this exciting class, become an artist-engineer and construct your own working roller coaster! Using creative vision and engineering skills, transform the twists and turns of your drawings into a 3D kinetic and potential energy sculpture.

Eyes on Sculpture 11-13 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore the world of 3D design and think about art in a new way. Tour the galleries to gather inspiration for hands-on sculpting in the studio. Expand your artistic knowledge and experiment with installation, clay, fibers, and recycled materials.

Claymation 11-13 Years Jamie Buckmaster Non-member $165 / Member $148.50 Claymation is the standard for model-based animation in the movies. Create and build characters and then photograph them frame-by-frame to create a modern masterpiece of 3D animation. Includes computer lab fee.

12:30pm–2:30pm

We Love Painting! 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore colors, shapes, and materials as you create works of art. Experiment with tempera paints and watercolors using brushes, sponges, and more.

Origami to Bubblegum 8-10 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 Have fun in this zany class designed to inspire your sense of adventure and creativity! Work with artist Haruo Shiga as you paint, print, fold, tear, tie, toss, and build works of art using a wide variety of materials.

Claymation 8-10 Years Jamie Buckmaster Non-member $165 / Member $148.50 Claymation is the standard for model-based animation in the movies. Create and build characters and then photograph them frame-by-frame to create a modern masterpiece of 3D animation. Includes computer lab fee.

Explore Drawing and Printmaking 11-13 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 Make your mark in this beginning drawing & printmaking class. Through the week, explore prints and drawings in the galleries and experience a variety of printing techniques, bringing home your own series of prints.

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Art Together: Tropical Getaway 3-5 Years w/ Adult Rebecca Duffy Nonmember $175 / Member $157.50 Tour the galleries for inspiration, and then create your own tropical plants, fish, and birds with drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpting materials. Planned activities and projects will help develop motor skills and encourage visual and verbal expression. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Science and Art 5-7 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 Artists of yesterday and today are scientists in their own right – discovering new media and art techniques to explore their creativity. How do watercolors react to wax? What happens when you add salt to paint? What makes air-dry clay work? Learn to see the world around you in a new way and explore the science of art.

Mosaic and Collage 8-10 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Worcester Art Museum has been involved with excavating, collecting, and restoring mosaics for almost 90 years! After visiting the galleries, use a variety of materials to make your own mosaic art. Learn to create mosaics and achieve realistic shading and depth in your creations.

Fantasy Illustration 11-13 years Hannah Gaucher Non-member $150 / Member $135 Study the works of master fantasy illustrators and then learn some of the techniques they used to create incredible works of imaginative art. Practice techniques in pencil, ink, and paint as you develop your own creative style of imaginative illustration.

12:30pm–2:30pm

Dragons, Unicorns, Griffins, and More 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Journey through our galleries while learning about the myths and legends of dragons, unicorns, griffins, and more from around the world. Then, create your own myth-inspired art!

Artist, Designer, Engineer!? 8-10 Years Ryan Jarvis Non-member $150 / Member $135 Artists are everywhere. Who designs an iPhone case? What about toys, cars, and clothes? Creative minds! In the Museum, explore the art, designs, and discoveries of the past, and make your own design discoveries in the studio!

Outer Limits: The Art of Space 11-13 Years Jen Swan Non-member $150 / Member $135 Create artwork from images of faraway galaxies and nebulas in this far-out class. Learn techniques to portray distant stars, glowing orbs, and spirals as you build skills in pastel drawing, painting, and textile work.

See teen classes on pages 24–26.

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Week 4 July 30 – August 3 10am–12pm

Art Together: Out to Sea 3-5 Years w/Adult Rebecca Duffy Non-member $175 / Member $157.50 Develop your preschooler’s skills and confidence working on projects in several materials, all inspired by art and stories about the ocean and its creatures. Draw, paint, and sculpt treasure boxes, boats, fish, and much more. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Fur, Fin, Scale, and Skin: Animals in 3D 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Come on an art safari and search the Museum for animals from around the world. In the studio, use watercolors, pastels, clay, and more to create real and imaginary animals and habitats.

The Art of Funny Illustration 8-10 Years Scott Nelson Non-member $150 / Member $135 Learn the art of depicting humor. See how faces express emotion, write text to make your readers laugh, and draw convincing outlandish situations in this fun class. Explore the basics of drawing, shading, writing, and page layout. Observe techniques that will take your work from “get it?” to giggles in this funny cartoon class.

Computer Ani-maniacs 8-10 Years Jamie Buckmaster Non-member $165 / Member $148.50 Do you have what it takes to be an animator? Start to build, or continue to refine, your computer animation skills in this introductory class. In our computer lab, explore software that can help you bring your dreams to the screen and with the guidance of your instructor, create a short animated sequence by the end of the week! Includes computer lab fee.

Intro to Contemporary Drawing and Sculpture 11-13 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 This class begins with designing and creating your own working mobile. Throughout the week, you will gather inspiration to build an installation that transforms into a site-specific sculpture.

12:30pm–2:30pm

Anything Goes with Abstract Art 5-7 Years Ryan Jarvis Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore how the abstract art movement changed how we think about – and create – art! It encouraged artists to move away from realism to creating pieces of personal expression. Discover a number of art styles from the 20th century and have fun creating your own inspired pieces.

Making Faces 5+ Years w/ Adult Jim Welu Nonmember $190 / Member $170 Designed for children 5-13 and parents or grandparents of all ages, this gallery-studio class focuses on the art of portraiture. Create portraits in a variety of media as you explore representations of people in the Museum. Learn basic drawing skills, experiment with tempera paint, and try your hand at sculpture, paper construction, and more.

Clay, Clay, and More Clay 8-10 Years Haruo Shiga Non-member $150 / Member $135 Come explore the many possibilities of clay. Discover how to add other materials to make your sculpture even more playful. Travel through contemporary, Greek, and Roman galleries, and then create art of your own.

Painting with Color 11-13 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 See how different painting techniques are used in works throughout the Museum, and use watercolors, tempera paints, and drawing materials to build your painting skills and capture color and form in your art.

Digital Comics: Animals and Creatures 11-13 Years Jamie Buckmaster Non-member $165 / Member $148.50 Comic illustration is the basis for designing characters for comic books, children’s books, toy design, animation, and video games. Use the computer to develop non-human characters, and learn to use traditional comic drawing techniques to illustrate animals and create unique creatures. Includes computer lab fee.


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Week 5 August 6–10 10am–12pm

Art Together: Draw It, Build It, Shape It 3-5 Years w/ Adult Rebecca Duffy Nonmember $175 / Member $157.50 Have fun drawing and sculpting all kinds of things! Draw in the galleries and from your imagination, and then turn your drawings into sculptures made with a variety of materials. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Long, Long Ago…5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Take a trip back in time as you learn about some of the oldest treasures in the Museum. Inspired by the Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Medieval galleries, create 2D and 3D projects in a variety of materials.

Art of Today 8-10 Years Sally Lividini Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore WAM’s gallery dedicated to art and sculpture from the 20th century and learn how artists make choices and give their work meaning. In the studio, use a variety of materials to create your own 2D and 3D works.

Black and White Illustration 11-13 Years Hannah Gaucher Non-member $165 / Member $148.50 Develop a strong sense of design, form, and contrast using just two elements, light and shadow. Explore line and wash while working from the Museum’s collection and step into computer lab to try programs used by digital artists to manipulate and explore the concepts of contrast and form. Includes computer lab fee.

Architecture for Kids 11-13 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $150 / Member $135 Bring your 3D dreams to life! Explore ancient architecture in the galleries, and then create and design in the studio. Learn to use a variety of materials to create hand-built architecture. Focus on creativity and experimentation through projects and skill building.

12:30pm–2:30pm

Drawing Once Upon a Time 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Bring your fantastical stories and imaginary characters to life in this class focused on drawing. In the Museum, explore works of art that tell stories, both real and make-believe, and then learn drawing techniques in graphite, colored pencil, and pastel that breathe life into your drawings!

Architecture for Kids 8-10 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $150 / Member $135 Bring your 3D dreams to life! Explore ancient architecture in the galleries, and then create and design in the studio. Learn how to use a variety of materials to create hand-built architecture. Focus on creativity and experimentation through projects and skill building.

Manga: Drawn and Digitized 8-10 Years Hannah Gaucher Non-member $175 / Member $157.50 Create interesting and innovative illustrations while learning tricks and tips cartoonists use to tell stories through images. Design your own manga-style comic, and use WAM’s Mac lab to translate your story into the next great graphic novel. Includes computer lab fee

Fashion Design 11-13 Years Sally Lividini Non-member $150 / Member $135 Are you interested in fashion design and fabric arts? Inspired by paintings of fashions in the European and American galleries, create 2D and 3D designs with pencil, watercolor, and fabric while learning about figure rendering, textures, and patterns.

Painting LARGE! 11-13 Years Ryan Jarvis Non-member $150 / Member $135 Worcester is a city filled with murals. Learn how artists work big, use different materials, and incorporate historical events into their narratives. Focus on a variety of techniques for enlarging smaller works as well as working collaboratively on a mural.



Week 6 August 13–17 10am–12pm

Art Together: Art and Movement 3-5 Year w/ Adult Rebecca Duffy Nonmember $175 / Member $157.50 Use both large and small muscles as you combine the art of music with the art of drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Walk through the Museum and look for ways that artists display movement in art. This class requires one adult per child enrolled; please, no additional siblings or infants.

Painting Under the Sea 5-7 Years Susmita Bando Non-member $150 / Member $135 Be inspired by the fish fountain and the seascapes in the Museum. In the studio, create your own magical underwater world using paint and a variety of mixed media.

Express Yourself! 8-10 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Get inspired in the Museum and let your creativity loose! Experiment in sculpture, printmaking, paint, and other materials to develop fun, colorful, and experimental projects.

Painter’s Palette 11-13 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $150 / Member $135 Dive into color in this class! Explore how artists through the ages employed color in their work as you become familiar with several works in the Museum. Back in the studio, put color to work for you in a variety of media including colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolors, and more.

12:30pm–2:30pm

Sculpture FUNdamentals 5-7 Years Jessica Harris Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore the world of 3D design and think about art in a whole new way. Tour the galleries to gather inspiration for hands-on sculpting in the studio. Expand your artistic knowledge and experiment with installation, clay, fibers, and recycled materials.

Drawing and Painting the Landscape 8-10 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $150 / Member $135 Explore landscape drawing and painting, and strengthen your skills capturing color, light, composition, and perspective. Study Dutch, French, British, and American landscape paintings in the galleries, and paint outdoors and in the studio. Build skills and inspire creativity using acrylic and watercolor paints and various drawing materials.

Art and Myth 11-13 Years Susmita Bando Non-member $150 / Member $135 Learn about mythological heroes and creation stories depicted in art. We’ll look at work from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, Japan, and China. In the studio, use the rich stories as inspiration for your own work. Practice printing, painting, sculpting, building, and embellishing your own creations.

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TEEN CLASSES What’s Available for Teens? WAM’s intensive classes for 14-17 year olds provide time to develop skills, create a portfolio-appropriate artwork, and share ideas with other like-minded students. Teen classes include group critiques, socializing, and break time. They also provide a great opportunity for college-bound artists, students looking to build their portfolios, or just have some creative fun. All class materials are provided.

Tips to Get Started

• WAM offers a variety of classes for teens, designed around learning new skills, mastering techniques, and curating their own portfolio.

• Enroll early to secure a spot. Class minimums must be met for classes to run. • Visit the Museum and meet our Studio Class Program Staff. • Get to know our faculty at worcesterart.org/classes/meet-our-faculty

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Call us with questions at 508-793-4333 or email us at [email protected]


Week 1 July 9–13

10am–2:30pm

Digital Arts 14-17 Years Jamie Buckmaster Non-member $315 / Member $283.50 This class focuses on designing digital games. Gain an understanding of how to create interesting and unique backgrounds and characters. See examples from Gamemaker, Zbrush, and Maya 3D. No previous programming knowledge required. Includes computer lab fee.

Anatomy for Artists 14-17 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $330 / Member $297 Spend time in the galleries discussing and learning from human and animal figures and their anatomy. In the studio, work from clothed models and draw with color to express line, form, shadow, and light. Learn muscular and skeletal anatomy and movement. Includes model fee.

Week 2 July 16–20

10am–2:30pm

Painting with Watercolor and Acrylic 14-17 Years Tom Grady Non-member $300 / Member $270 In the galleries, observe how artists have used various watercolor and acrylic painting techniques to create the visual effects they desired. Grow your proficiency in watercolor and acrylics as you use these techniques in your own artwork to accomplish your artistic and design goals.

Sculpture for Teens 14-17 Years Ryan Jarvis Non-member $300 / Member $270 Explore contemporary strategies and ideas for creating 3D art using clay, wood, metal, and a variety of other materials. Make sketches and experiment with tried-and-true techniques to create your own dynamic art. Complement your studio work with informal discussions, critiques, and visits to the galleries for inspiration.

Week 3 July 23–27

10am–2:30pm

Storytelling Through Photographs 14-17 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $300 / Member $270 Explore adventurous and subtle ways to capture the unique environments, patterns, people, and relationships that define your world while developing your photographic skills in composition, light, and meaning. Bring digital camera to first class.

Draw, Paint, Print 14-17 Years Tom Grady Non-member $300 / Member $270 Examine the fundamentals of 2D art, as well as add an array of creative techniques to your artistic palette. From printmaking to drawing and painting, delve into art and strengthen your creative and problem-solving abilities.

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Week 4 July 30–August 3

10am–2:30pm

Drawing and Painting Intensive 14-17 Years Elaine Smollin Non-member $300 / Member $270 Delve into color, line, form, and shadow in this intensive class that will introduce you to working in a variety of media. Through instructor-led demonstrations and exercises, learn techniques to use in creating your own expressive work.

Mixed Media Painting 14-17 Years Jen Swan Non-member $300 / Member $270 Explore using acrylic paints, inks, drawing, and more in this exciting class designed to ignite your creative self. Develop skills in color mixing and painting techniques while creating artwork inspired by your favorite topics and boosting your portfolio. Experiment with a wide variety of artistic themes and styles and discover creative connections to contemporary and traditional artists in the galleries.

Week 5 August 6–10

10am–2:30pm

Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture PortfolioBuilder 14-17 Years Lisa Montanaro Non-member $300 / Member $270 Whether getting ready for art school admissions or looking for an intensive summer experience, this week-long class will examine the fundamentals of 2D and 3D art, including line, form, space, balance, and hue. Master basic skills, strengthen problem-solving abilities, develop new approaches, and discuss ideas while creating portfolio pieces in a variety of media.

Week 6 August 13–17

10am-2:30pm

Manga – Drawn and Digitized 14-17 Years Hannah Gaucher Non-member $315 / Member $283.50 Create interesting and innovative illustrations while learning tricks and tips cartoonists use to tell stories through images. Design your own manga-style comic and use WAM’s Mac lab to translate your story into the next great graphic novel. Includes computer lab fee.


Theresa Monteith Framingham State College, BA

Scott Nelson Worcester Technical Institute

Jill Pottle Painting Studies at St. Martin’s School of Art, London, England; The College of Visual & Performing Arts, Syracuse University, BFA; School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, MFA

Corinne Rhodes School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, BFA; University of New Mexico Tamarind Institute of Lithograph

Donalyn Schofield Marygrove College, BFA; Wayne State University, MFA

Haruo Shiga Denver University, BFA; Rhode Island School of Design, MFA

Sharon Smith Viles Assumption College, MS; Andover Theological School, MDiv

Elaine Smollin Pratt Institute, BFA, MFA; New York University

Jennifer Swan Rhode Island School of Design, BFA

Jim Welu Loras College, BA; University of Notre Dame, MA, MFA; Boston University, PhD

Sarah Williams Massachusetts College of Art, BFA; San Francisco Art Institute, MFA

Bayda Asbridge Tishreen University Syria, BA; Saint Michael’s College, MA;

Susmita Bando Kolkata School of Art; Anna Maria College, BA; Indiana University of Pennsylvania, MA

Jim Beschta Dominican College, BA; Assumption College, MA

Jamie Buckmaster Massachusetts College of Art, BA

Ella Delyanis Boston University School of Fine and Applied Arts, BFA; Suffolk University

Martha Chiarchiaro Anna Maria College, BA, MBA; Williams College, MA

Helen Downey Framingham State College, BA; Lesley University, M Ed

Rebecca Duffy Pratt Institute, BFA; Lesley University, M Ed

Norm Eggert University of Massachusetts, Amherst, BA

Nan Hass Feldman State University of New York, Buffalo, BFA; Goddard College, MA; Vermont College, MFA

Hannah Gaucher Lesley University, 2018 Candidate for BFA

Tom Grady Rhode Island School of Design, BFA; Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University, MFA

Bill Griffiths Pratt Institute, BFA

Jessica Harris Humboldt State University, BFA

George Hancin Kent State University, BFA; Yale School of Art, MFA

Richard Hoyer Southern Connecticut University, New Haven, BA; Fairfield University, MA

Ryan Jarvis Worcester State University, BA

Thomas Kellner College of the Holy Cross, BA; University of Massachusetts, MFA

Patti Kelly Massachusetts College of Art, BFA

CJ Kennedy Boston University, BA

Laurel King Pennsylvania State University, BA; Emerson College, MFA

Jane Lattimore Massachusetts College of Art, BFA; Lesley College, M Ed

Randy LeSage Framingham State College, BA; School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University, MFA

Sally Lividini Art Institute of Boston/ University of Pittsburg, BFA; Carnegie Melon University, M Ed

Lisa Montanaro Paier College of Art, BFA

Summer 2018 Faculty

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Materials All art materials are provided to youth and teen studio class programs, except when noted. Please see the full course description online for details. Spray paints, fixatives, and aerosols are prohibited in WAM’s studios. The Worcester Art Museum is not responsible for materials left on the premises.

Student Pickup and Drop-off Students are not allowed to leave early from class without a written parent release form filed with the Registration desk. Parents and guests pickup and drop-off students from the Lancaster Welcome Center, please note the Lancaster Street entrance is not accessible to wheeled devices. An accessible entrance is located on Tuckerman Street via the Stoddard Garden Court entrance. Designated spaces are available for visitors with disabilities and families with small children in two WAM parking lots - Salisbury Street and Tuckerman Street. Parents and guests must wait in the Lancaster Welcome Center or the Museum galleries during their child’s class. Only registered students are allowed in the studios and galleries during class-related activities.

Nut Free Lunch and Snacks If you enroll a child in extended day and/or lunch, please note that the Worcester Art Museum requires that students provide their own, nut-free lunches, healthy snacks, and drink(s). Refrigeration is not available. Please make sure your child knows which food should be eaten at snack time and lunch time. Please alert WAM staff at the time of registration if your child has a serious allergy or other medical concern.

Refund Policy - Important! A 90% refund is given upon withdrawal in writing 5 or more business days before first class meeting. Withdrawal must be in writing. Email withdrawal request to: [email protected]. No credits or refunds are given on withdrawals less than 5 business days before the first class meeting. When a class is canceled, students are issued a full refund. Supervised lunch and extended day fees are non-refundable. Make-up classes are not offered if students are absent. Class tuition cannot be prorated due to student absences.

Confirmations/Schedule Changes The Worcester Art Museum reserves the right to cancel any under-enrolled course, restrict the registration in a course, change instructors when necessary, and reschedule individual classes as needed and appropriate. If the Museum finds it necessary to cancel courses or make schedule changes, every effort will be made to notify registered students.

Photos From time to time our in-house photographers and members of the news media take pictures of students participating in classes and programs, as well as their artwork, which may be reproduced for promotional purposes. If you prefer that you or your child not be photographed, please inform the photographer. If we have used a photo or video of you that you would prefer not be used, please contact us by email [email protected], request that we remove the image, and we will be happy to take the photo or video down from our website and not use the photo in future print publications. Please be sure to fully describe the page and image, so we can identify it correctly.

Studio Availability Due to liability adult students may enter studios no more than 15 minutes prior to the start of class. Only registered students are allowed in the studios and galleries during class-related activities. Because studios are cleaned at the end of each class meeting, students and instructors must completely clean up and leave the studio by the end of their reserved studio time. Our studios may only be used for art classes during scheduled program hours.

Studio Class Programs Office 508.793.4333 or email [email protected]

CLASSES INFORMATION

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Double / $85 - 2 adults / 2 children

Single / $65 - 1 adult / 1 child

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Please mail this form to: Worcester Art Museum Studio Class Programs55 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609-3196 Phone: 508.793.4333

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