ART CLASSES BUCHANAN ART CENTER. SPRING 2015 Mid-March thru May. 117 West Front Street Buchanan, MI

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1 Hours: M-Th. 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Fri. 10:00 am- 5:00 pm Sat. 10:00 am- 4:00 pm Sun. CLOSED Buchanan Art Center 117 West Front Street Buchanan, MI buchananartcenter@att.net BUCHANAN ART CENTER ART CLASSES SPRING 2015 Mid-March thru May 117 West Front Street Buchanan, MI buchananartcenter@att.net

2 Make check payable to BUCHANAN ART CENTER Mail or drop off at Buchanan Art Center, 117 W. Front Street, Buchanan, MI Today s date Membership Level Desired Are you A New or Returning Member? Name Address Phone How would you prefer to receive BAC information: by US mail by both US mail and Based on your level, you will: 1. Receive class schedules by mail (4x per year) 2. Be invited to special events 3. Have your class fees discounted 4. Receive gift shop discounts 5. Be part of annual newsletters membership list 6. Use the facility for a private business reception during an exhibit 7. Choose an exhibit to sponsor and be recognized for it 8. Use the facility for a one-time business training, private gallery tour, etc. (based on availability) CB2015 Annual Membership Fees: (Please circle desired level) Level Amount Benefits Youth (-18) $ Student $ Senior (55+) $ Individual $ Family $ Sponsor $ Sustainer $100-$ Benefactor $250-$ Patron $ ALL AGES INTERGENERATIONAL EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS (Listed Chronologically) An Evening With the Artist Zona Empty Bowls 20th Anniversary Soup Supper BAC Spring Creative High School Art Exhibition Raku Walk through All Creatures Great and Small Exhibit CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND TWEENS (Classes Listed Chronologically) Beginner Crochet Puppetry Workshop For Kids Claymates Celebrate Earth Day Kid s Mosaic Trivet Mother s Day Surprises CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND TEENS Digital Media Learn to Love your Digital Camera Drawing, Painting and Framing Theatre Style Faux Finishing Watercolor Landscapes: Tools and Techniques Drawing from the Model Composing a Natural Science Illustration-Inspiration to Framing Easter Egg Painting Creative Drawing: Black and White Matting, Mounting and Framing Jewelry, Paper and Fibers Beginner Crochet Easter Fun Paper Cutting Fused Glass: Introductory or Workshop Kumihimo Braided Bracelet Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet Copper Necklace Copper Cuff Bracelet Pottery Monday Evening Advanced Pottery Tuesday Afternoon Pottery (Beginners-Advanced) Wednesday Evening Pottery (Beginners-Advanced) Thursday Afternoon Pottery Electric Kiln Firing Without Fear Amazing Sculptures and Pots (Beginners-Advanced) Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time* (*open to current clay classes students only) Become a Member / or Renew Today!

3 BAC Buy a Brick Program YOU can be a Part of the Art & Pave the Way for Success at the Buchanan Art Center!. For a limited time, we are selling bricks to place in our commemorative walkway. Buy a brick as a special gift that will set your milestone...in stone! 4 x 8 brick: $ Use form below to indicate EXACT wording as you want it to appear brick (2) - 4 x 8 bricks: $90.00 Use form below to indicate EXACT wording as you want it to appear on EACH brick. 8 x 8 brick: $ Use form below to indicate EXACT wording as you want it to appear on brick. Please PRINT CLEARLY in all UPPER CASE letters Limit of 15 Characters per Line 4 x 8 Brick has three lines, 8 x 8 Brick has six lines 1. _ 2. _ 3. _ 2015 BAC Gallery Schedule (Note: Dates/Artists Subject to Change) Wednesday, February 25 through Saturday, April 11 Todd Hoover- Photography (Roti Roti Gallery) Sandy Whitmyer - Quilts/Textiles (Showplace and Hess Galleries) Wednesday, April 15 through Saturday, May 30 Wolfgang and Ellen Schmidt - Photography (Roti Roti Gallery) Monday, April 20 through Friday May 22 Area High School Creative Exhibition (Showplace and Hess Galleries) Saturday May 23 through Saturday, May 31 Buchanan Elementary Schools Art Show (Showplace and Hess Galleries) Wednesday, June 3 through Saturday, July 18 Butch Welch - Photography (Roti Roti Gallery) Sam Gillis - Mixed Media (Showplace Gallery) Susan Adamek - Fibers/Mixed Media (Hess Gallery and BAC Showcases) (Use below if purchasing (2) 4 x 8 bricks or (1) 8 x8 brick) 4. _ 5. _ 6. _ Name Phone Indicate brick(s) selected: (1) 4 x8 (2) 4 x 8 (1) 8 x 8 Method of Payment: Check Cash* Credit Card* Mail check and form to: Buchanan Art Center, 117 W. Front St. Buchanan, MI Wednesday, July 22 through Saturday, September 5 Pam Kirkham - Painting (Roti Roti Gallery) Peg McClellan - Hollywood Illustrations (Showplace Gallery) Sandy Williams - Illustrations/Gouache (Hess Gallery) Wednesday, September 9 through Saturday, October 24 Jay Zerbe - Abstract Paintings (Roti Roti Gallery) Kathy Murray - Photography (Showplace Gallery) Jeff Matejovsky Paintings/Bryan Graham -Wood Assemblages Wednesday, October 28 through Saturday, December 5 To be Announced Wednesday, December 9 through Sat. January 9, 2016 All Creatures; Great and Small Themed Art Show Cut out this page and keep as a handy reference for our upcoming shows! * NOTE: Cash or Credit Card payment must be made in person at the BAC.

4 EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS: ALL AGES (LISTED CHRONOLOGICALLY) An Evening with the Artist Zona Artist Zona will host a lecture at the Buchanan Art Center on Thursday, March 19, 6-7pm. Lecture will include a power point presentation of Zona s textile installations and large-scale ceramics sculptures. This lecture is featured as an introduction to her class AMAZING SCULPTURES AND POTS being offered Spring 2015 (see class listing). This lecture is free and open to the public. Come in and see her astounding works of art.! Empty Bowls 20th Anniversary Soup Supper The 20 th Buchanan Empty Bowls Soup Supper will be hosted at Buchanan High School on Friday, April 17, 4:30-7 pm. We hope that you will attend and purchase a hand-made ceramic bowl along with a simple soup supper and help end hunger. All potters, students, teachers, administrators, parents, donors and other volunteers who have worked over the years to make Empty Bowls so successful in Buchanan are invited to join us in celebrating. There will be a memorabilia table and an open potter s wheel for past potters to "throw" one for old time s sake. All profits from the supper and presales will be donated to Redbud Area Ministries (RAM) food pantry in Buchanan. This philanthropic project is made possible by a partnership of Buchanan Art Center, Buchanan Community Schools, Redbud Area Ministries, and local potters, as well as the continuing generosity of local merchants, area foundations, and our caring community. Adult potters' bowls may be pre-purchased at the BAC February 25 through April 11. There will also be a commemorative t-shirt available for pre-order in March; further information will be sent out by the schools and on BAC's website and Facebook. Thank you to our advertisers for their support! Buchanan Preservation Society Will be offering Spring and Summer family activities at Pears Mill and about town! WATCH for these: Children s Architectural Treasure Hunt Pies for Preservation Play with Clay in an Architectural Way Placemaking Drawing in the Park Find Me (this game has prizes!) Get Wet Junque Journals: Creating your Personal History The Weekly Grind: Grinding at the Mill Demonstrations Don t Miss the Fun! Are YOU interested in running a business card size ad in our class brochure? If so, please call our Executive Director at for details!

5 Thank you to our advertisers for their support! BAC Spring Creative High School Art Exhibition Featuring students work from area high schools April 20 through May 22, 2015 Generous cash and scholarship awards sponsored by Dr. Richard and Cindy Beckermeyer Students: Start getting you most creative, original, well executed art works together for this competitive exhibit of area high school students works! All media and subjects are welcome. Teachers: Put these dates on your calendars. Encourage your students to prepare and display their work in a professional gallery setting. Entry information is posted on our website, on BAC's Face Book page and on posters at the Center. Entries must be dropped off on Monday, April 20, 10 am through 6 pm. Raku Walk Through - Saturday, May 23, 2015 Facilitators: Buchanan Art Center Raku Crew Volunteers All ages welcome (Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.) SATURDAY MAY AM 6 PM Last Glaze 3 pm. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED Pre-made pieces available for firing as priced $10 - $25. Price includes glaze and cost of firing. Experience the dynamic coming together of clay, fire, smoke and water in this one-day, walk-in workshop. During this firing process you can actually watch the glazes melt and the colors change right before your eyes! Just walk in (FOOTWEAR IS REQUIRED), buy a piece of pre-fired handmade pottery donated by BAC potters and glaze it the day of the firing. ALL GLAZING MUST BE DONE BY 3:00 PM to allow time for drying. The entire process takes approximately three hours. While waiting for your pots to dry, be sure to check out other activities and shows at the Center and then spend some time exploring all of Buchanan s businesses, downtown and uptown, for shopping and food. Everyone is welcome to come and just watch the fun! Be sure to LOOK in the advertisers section of this class brochure for your coupon worth $1.00 OFF any Raku Walk Through piece priced $10.00 or more!

6 All Creatures Great and Small Exhibit All ages welcome to enter. DECEMBER 9 through JANUARY 9 $10 Entry fee per each of two entries Thank you to our advertisers for their support! This year our biennial themed show will focus on all of the living creatures that surround and live with us, even if only in our minds. Creatures too small to be seen with the naked eye as well as animals so large that only the waters of the ocean can support their massive weight, and everything in between, can provide inspiration for the artist. Anything that creeps, crawls, swims, flies or runs qualifies. All work must be the original work of the artist. All styles and media, both 2D and 3D, are encouraged and will be accepted. Experienced artists and teachers will judge the show and bestow cash awards on the most outstanding and original works in four age categories. Start preparing your artwork now. Additional details will appear in our fall schedule and on line. CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND TWEENS (CLASSES LISTED CHRONOLOGICALLY) Beginner Crochet Cassandra Hora, BA Theater Design, Instructor 7-18 years old, limit 10 students 9 Mondays, March 16, 23, 30 April 6, 13, 27 May 4, 11, 18. 3:30-5pm. Registration Required by Mar 11. $86 member, $95 nonmember, materials list available upon request You will quickly learn all the basics of crochet, reading a pattern, how to hold the yarn, and hook to crocheting all the basic stitches, including chain stitches, slip stitches, single crochet, half-double crochet, double crochet. You'll crochet five attractive, beginner-level crochet projects using basic crochet stitches and techniques. Class projects will include s simple scarf, wrist warmers, a hat or bag, flowers and bows. Also you will be able to choose a final project of your own. Are YOU interested in running a business card size ad in our class brochure? If so, please call our Executive Director at for details!

7 Thank you to our advertisers for their support! Office Fax (269) (269) HARGER ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICE 108 West Front Street Buchanan, MI Puppetry Workshop For Kids Karen Weiss, M. A., Instructor 6-12 years old, limit 8 students 2 Wednesdays and 2 Thursdays March 18, 19, 25 and 26 4:30-5:30 pm. Registration Required by Mar 14. $27 member, $30 nonmember, all materials provided For centuries, puppets have been used around the world in celebrations, theater, teaching, and play. Puppets have been created in a variety of forms, including marionettes, hand puppets, rod puppets, finger puppets, and more. In this workshop, children will create various types of puppets using a wide variety of materials such as clay, papier-mâché, wood, fabric, and cardboard. Some of the puppets will be based on designs from other cultures, or reflect the styles of famous artists; others will come from the children's imaginations. Children will be encouraged to develop their own spontaneous puppet plays. Claymates Cathy Tapia, M. Ed., Instructor 7-14 years old, limit 10 students 6 Saturdays April 11, 18, 25 May2, 9, :30 am. Registration Required by April 6. $55 member, $61 nonmember, all materials provided. This class introduces young people to the basics of working with clay. We will pinch, coil and slab hand-build projects that encourage creativity. Students will get a chance to try the potter s wheel and learn how to decorate and glaze their pottery. Experienced students can pursue their own projects under the guidance of the instructor. Remember: Art classes make a wonderful gift for any age; ask about our gift certificates!

8 Celebrate Earth Day Karen Weiss, M. A., Instructor 6-12 years old, limit 8 students Wednesday and Thursday April 22 and 23 4:30-5:30 pm. Registration Required by April 18. $15 member, $18 nonmember, all materials provided Thank you to our advertisers for their support! Join us at the Buchanan Art Center to celebrate Earth Day and the beginning of spring. Using re-cycled, re-purposed, and found materials, and using their imaginations, problem solving and fine motor skills, students will create sculptures, collage, prints, and textile objects from discarded items. Kid s Mosaic Trivet Tammy Stepien Instructor 3-4 (with parent) 5-13 years old, limit 12 students Saturday May 2, 2-3 pm. Registration Required by April 29. $10 member, $12 nonmember, all materials provided This is a fun, safe project for kids who have never done mosaic or who already enjoy creating mosaic, but without the mess. Kids will learn mosaic techniques including safely smashing tiles using a hammer while wearing protective eyewear. Students will use a push technique using safe glass pieces and small stones to create an 8x8 mosaic trivet. Makes a great Mother s Day gift! Mother s Day Surprises Karen Weiss, M. A., Instructor 6-12 years old, limit 8 students Wednesday and Thursday, May 6 and 7 4:30-5:30 pm. Registration Required by May 2. $15 member, $18 nonmember, all materials provided Children are invited to the Buchanan Art Center to create special gifts for their mothers. Using printing, painting, drawing, and collage techniques, they will craft a small piece of artwork, wrapping paper, and a card. All the projects will be ready to present to Mothers on their special day. Buchanan Art Center 117 West Front Street, Buchanan, MI Raku Walk Through SATURDAY, MAY 23rd AM 6 PM $1.00 Off Coupon* *This coupon entitles the bearer to $1.00 off any ready-to-glaze piece of pottery priced $10.00 or higher at the BAC Raku Walk Through to be held on May 23rd, One coupon per person per piece. Expires: Saturday, May 23rd, 2015 (For information about this event visit the Events and Workshops section.)

9 Thank you to our advertisers for their support! CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND TEENS Digital Media The UPS Store 732 S 11th St Niles, MI UPS Shipping Packaging Services Mailbox Services Freight Services Copying, Finishing & Printing Services Ebay Services Notary Services Office Supplies Packaging & Moving Supplies Learn to Love Your Digital Camera Sandra Pethick, BA/MA Art Education, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 10 Students) 6 Sundays, March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 1:30-3:30 pm. Registration Required by March 13. $75 member, $83 non-member Want to take better photographs with your digital camera? This hands on workshop is designed help you take better photographs through understanding your digital camera and its settings, including helpful tips and editing techniques. In addition, you will have the opportunity to matte and frame two photographs for hanging in the All Creatures; Great and Small Exhibit in December 2015 at the Center. Bring your digital camera and handbook/ guide book. Drawing, Painting & Framing Creative Financial Services Ted Chase & Ted Foster Your Employee Benefit Specialists Are YOU interested in running a business card size ad in our class brochure? If so, please call our Executive Director at for details! Theatre Style Faux Finishing Cassandra Hora, BA Theater Design, Instructor. Adults and Teens (limit 12 students) 9 Mondays, March 16, 23, 30 April 6, 13, 27 May 4, 11, pm. Registration Required by Mar 11. $133 member, $145 nonmember, some materials provided, student list available upon request This Theatre faux painting class will teach you five great finishes for any surface. These theatre faux finishes can be used in any home craft. You will learn a Faux Theatre Marble, Brick, Wallpaper, Crackle, and Stone. Remember: Art classes make a wonderful gift for any age; ask about our gift certificates!

10 Watercolor Landscapes: Tools and Techniques Daniel J. Slattery, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 12 students) 8 Tuesdays March 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 6:30-9 pm. Registration Required by March 19. $125 member, $140 nonmember, materials list available upon request This course is a continuing techniques course in watercolor painting, geared towards beginners and intermediate painters who want to expand or practice various tools and techniques in watercolor. Students will work on projects of their own choosing, with individual instruction combined with class demonstrations aimed at introducing effective ways to achieve the desired effects with watercolor. The first session will include a discussion of materials: if you have your own supplies, bring them, but if you are purchasing supplies you might want to wait until after this first session to shop. Materials needed for the first session will be provided for anyone who does not have their own. Written suggestions on what supplies to bring are available on request. Drawing from the Model Facilitators: Shirley Roti Roti, Sue Coultas Adults and Teens (no limits) Wednesdays March 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, :30-8:30 No Registration Required. $5 each session (pay as you go) Bring your own materials, drawing board and easel if portable. Clothed models of all ages, both male and female, will be provided for quick studies and prolonged poses in any 2D or 3D medium. Open to anyone who is serious about improving his or her observation and technical skills. Spend a quiet evening working with others who share your interest in art in a friendly, nonjudgmental atmosphere. Participants are encouraged to help plan each session. BUCHANAN ART CENTER 117 W. Front Street, Buchanan, MI CLASS REGISTRATION FORM Today s Date Adult Teen Child Age Student Name Parent Name (if Student under 18) Address City State Zip Phone - - address Member Non-member NOTE: Members receive a 10% discount on the tuition portion of class fee. DISCOUNT DOES NOT APPLY TO MATERIALS FEE. Membership application may be included with the registration form. Class Title Date of First Class Total Cost $ PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM BY THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE, IF ANY, OR TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CLASS MEETS. PLEASE READ AND SIGN: I grant permission to the BAC to take photographs of me or my child for use in promotional materials including printed media and web applications. I authorize this use indefinitely without compensation to me. Signed CB 2015

11 REGISTRATION POLICIES PLEASE REGISTER EARLY! Updated: 8/6/12 FULL PAYMENT is required at the time of registration to hold your place in the class and count toward the minimum number of students required to support the class. TEACHERS CANNOT ACCEPT WALK-IN STUDENTS. Please do not bring unregistered, non-paying visitors to class without the invitation of the instructor. We welcome visitors to observe some activity classes, but not to participate without proper registration. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment two weekdays before the first meeting or after any stated enrollment cutoff date will be canceled, in which case, the Center will notify anyone enrolled and return registration payment. Once canceled, a class will not be reopened out of consideration for the instructor s preparation time as well as the students plans. Late registrations will be accepted ONLY if the class has not already been canceled or filled and if the instructor has enough time to plan for additional supplies and work stations. The Center reserves the right to alter the descriptions and/or contents of classes if the need arises. There will be no refunds after the first meeting of the class and no makeup classes except in the case of class cancelation due to weather or illness of the instructor. The Center will be closed if Buchanan Community Schools close due to the weather and is announced by the media. Otherwise, the Center will notify you and it is advisable that you always call the Center when in doubt. In either case, makeup classes will be scheduled. Members will receive a 10% discount on class tuition only. Materials fees cannot be discounted due to the high cost of art supplies. Nonmembers may join prior to or upon registration. Please use the separate membership form if joining. Materials lists for classes which require that students provide their own supplies should be obtained upon registration, but may be previewed on request. Be sure to request a copy of the list and purchase necessary materials before the first class unless waiting is suggested by the instructor. For more information call buchananartcenter@att.net or visit our website: Composing a Natural Science Illustration Inspiration to Framing Sandy Williams, BA, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 8 students) 5 Fridays, March 27, April 3, 10, 17, pm. Registration Required by March 26. $68 member, $75 nonmember, materials list available upon request Learn how to compose a natural science illustration through inspiration, research, composition, drawing, painting and framing. Easter Egg Painting Olga Orlovska-Solaltys, MFA in Textile Design and Decoration. Adults and Teens (limit 8 students) Saturday, March 28, 10:30-3:30 pm. Registration Required by March 19. $40 member $45 nonmember, all materials provided. Bring your lunch. Explore how to create beautiful Easter eggs using Ukrainian Pysanka. Make 1-3 of your own eggs, learn about symbols and design of Easter eggs and about the Ukraine and Easter traditions. Eggs are available for pick up one week after class. Instructor will put 3 coats of varnish on eggs and blow them). Remember: Art classes make a wonderful gift for any age; ask about our gift certificates!

12 Creative Drawing: Black and White Lee Howe, Professional Illustrator, College Instructor Adults and Teens (Limit 10 students) 6 Tuesdays; 1-3 pm. March 31, April 7, 14, 28, May 5, 12. Registration Required by March 26. $75 member, $83 nonmember Bring your own materials. Beginners will be advised at the first class what they may need to purchase. This course is for beginning to advanced students, whether you have never drawn before and are sure that you can t or you have drawn for years and would enjoy the challenge of refining your approach. Emphasizing the basic elements of Line, Value and Composition with quick, easy solutions to effectively organize and communicate visually. Drawing can be and end in itself or as a preliminary prerequisite to developing more advanced arts and crafts. Each student will be evaluated and helped individually by the instructor in a fun and positive NO FAIL ZONE. Students may use whatever drawing tools they are most comfortable with. Matting, Mounting And Framing Marie Remington, MFA, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 students) 3 Thursdays May 7,14, 21. 6:30 8:30 pm. Registration Required by May 4. $30 member $34 nonmember. Students will provide the materials as needed. Limited materials will be available at the Center for purchase by cash or check. Learn to measure and cut a mat, dry mount and build attractive frames from common, inexpensive materials. High school and college students can learn to properly prepare their artwork for portfolios, exhibits, competitions and fairs. Adults can prepare artwork for exhibits, their homes and as gifts. This class provides students with training required for Art Center members to use the center s equipment on their own. Be sure to bring artwork that needs attention to the first class. Look for used frames in attics, auctions and yard sales and bring those in too! WE D LOVE FOR YOU TO BE A PART OF THE BAC! WOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AT THE BUCHANAN ART CENTER? We are looking for people with wisdom, integrity, and commitment to the good of the Buchanan Community through the Buchanan Art Center. A BAC Board Member is one who is willing to share their time and/or talents by volunteering to serve as either the head of a committee (of their choice) or be willing to work on a committee with others. A BAC Member should hold an active membership to the Buchanan Art Center at the membership level of their choice. Board meetings are usually scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month at the Buchanan Art Center. A BAC Board member should plan to attend Board meetings on a regular basis. A BAC Board member should plan to attend and assist with Artist Receptions at the BAC when possible. Artist Receptions are usually hosted once every 5-6 weeks on Sundays from 2-4 pm. We are currently looking for new BAC Board members. If you are interested in learning more about serving on the BAC Board, please contact our Executive Director: Janet Flahaven-Law at INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER AT THE BAC? We are always looking for friendly people to be the face of the Buchanan Art Center. Volunteers may be needed to handle a variety of responsibilities such as: Greeting visitors and answering the phone Writing up gift shop sales/receipts Signing up members, registering students for classes, etc. Assisting with BAC mailings Assisting at artist receptions; greet visitors, etc. Delivering class brochures to local businesses For more information on becoming a BAC Volunteer, please contact BAC Volunteer Coordinator: Sandra Pethick at (269)

13 SUPERVISED EXTRA CLAY STUDIO TIME: OPEN TO CURRENT CLAY CLASS MEMBERS ONLY Facilitated by BAC Clay Staff Adults and Teens (limit 10 students) No sign-up required. Students may attend any combinations of dates listed up to 8 visits. 1 Monday Evening, 6:30-9:30 pm. May 18. Saturday Afternoons TBA. Facilitator: Cathy Tapia 8 Tuesday Mornings, 10 am-1 pm. March 24, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19. Facilitator: Vickie Cook 8 Tuesday Evenings, 6-9 pm. March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19. Facilitator: Zona 8 Thursday Mornings, 10 am-1 pm. March 26, April 9,16,23,30, May 7, 14, 21. Facilitator: Carole Hedstrom 8 Friday Afternoons, 1-4 pm. March 27, April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22. Facilitator: Darlene Clevenger NO COST for 8 three hour passes (total 24 hours). If more time is needed it must be arranged with the Studio Director at a cost of $6/ hour or you might consider signing up for two classes. Clay must be purchased as needed for $25/25# at the desk. Offered ONLY to students currently enrolled in and regularly attending a clay class. The clay studio will be open and supervised by facilitators who are not there to instruct, but to answer questions about studio policies and proper use of equipment and materials. Students will work independently and should responsibly observe all studio policies posted in the studio and provided to each student. Students are not to use the studio at any other time except to attend class, briefly check on or pick up work. Each registered student will receive 8 non-transferable passes that must be signed, dated and turned into the facilitator at each visit regardless of whether they stay the entire time or not. Any abuse of this privilege will result in its immediate cancellation. Jewelry, Paper & Fibers Beginner Crochet Cassandra Hora, BA Theater Design, Instructor 7-18 years old, limit 10 students 9 Mondays, March 16, 23, 30 April 6, 13, 27 May 4, 11, 18, 3:30-5pm. Registration Required by Mar 11. $86 member, $95 nonmember, materials list available upon request Description same as Beginner Crochet in Children and Tween section. Easter Fun Paper Cutting Olga Orlovska-Solaltys, MFA in Textile Design and Decoration Adults and Teens, (limit 8 students) 2 Mondays, March 23 and 30; 10:30am-1:30pm. Registration Required by March 19. $40 Member $45 Nonmember; all materials provided except: sharp scissors, Elmer s glue and glue stick. As Easter approaches let s do Easter cards and fun projects using colored papers, scissors and knives. As you try your hand at some of the instruction, you will find that you can draw pictures with scissors. In this two day class students will learn about the history of paper cutting while creating cards and art pieces by folding and cutting multiple layers of colored paper. Students should bring good quality sharp scissors, Elmer s glue and glue stick. Remember: Art classes make a wonderful gift for any age; ask about our gift certificates!

14 Fused Glass: Introductory or Workshop Susan Griffin and Marie Hodge, Fused Glass Artisans, Instructors. Adults and Teens (Introductory max 8 students, min 1; No limit for Workshop) Saturday, March 21, 1-3 pm. Registration Required by March 18. Introductory: $35 member, $40 nonmember, all materials provided; Workshop: $12 member, $15 nonmember, student must be approved by instructors and provide all tools and materials. Introductory level students will learn about the art of fusing glass, type of glass and how to use glass cutting tools. They will make projects such as jewelry, magnets and other small glass pieces. Introductory student works are given first priority in firings. Students must have taken the INTRODUCTORY level glass fusing class at BAC before they can participate at the Workshop level. Workshop level students are required to supply all of their own tools and glass. All pieces must be made in class, only pieces made during the workshop will be fired. Kumihimo Braided Bracelet Darlene Troyer, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students) Tuesday, March 24, 12:30-3:30 pm. Registration Required by March 19. $45 member, $50 nonmember. All materials provided Kumihimo is the traditional Japanese technique of braiding strands of silk to create colorful strong but slender cord for a multitude of uses. Students will learn to create their strand on a special designed Kumihimo disc and then turn it into a beautiful bracelet by the end of the class. Tips on different types of materials that can be used and finishing will be taught. All items needed for this class are included in the class pack. ELECTRIC KILN FIRING WITHOUT FEAR Marie Remington, MFA in Ceramics, Instructor Adults (limit 10 students) Wednesday, March 25, 6:30-9:30 pm. Registration Required by March 21. $25 member $29 nonmember. Handouts provided. Bring a pencil and your favorite beverage! This workshop will cover essential, basic information whether you are a teacher firing student clay projects or an individual wanting to set up a studio at home. We will discuss which kiln fits your needs, choosing compatible clay and glazes, understanding firing ranges and schedules, reading cones and safety shut off features, loading bisque and glaze firings, caring for the kiln and kiln furniture, and how to avoid costly repairs and lost work. Bring all available information about your kiln, clay and glazes you may already be using or are considering. Your kiln manual and catalogs you order from will be especially helpful. Most kiln manuals for specific models can be downloaded from the Internet. AMAZING SCULPTURES AND POTS (Beginners-Advanced) Jennifer A. Zona, MFA in Ceramics and Textiles, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 8 students) 8 Thursdays, March 26, April 2,9,16,23,30, May 7,& 14. 6:00-9:00 pm. $144 member, $160 nonmember. All clay must be purchased from the Center for $25/25# which includes the cost of glazes and firing. Please, no outside clay! Set of tools available in class for $15 (tax included). Ignite your creative spirit! Learn the basics of transforming blocks of clay into beautiful objects. Starting with basic clay manipulating techniques using slabs, coils, pinch, carve, twist, and pull to bring your creations to life. This class is intended to move beyond traditional technical instruction and open up the dialogue on how we can use clay to expand. Using inspiration from the human figure, animals, nature, architecture and more to create free- standing, hand-made works of art. Learn the basics and let your creativity do the rest! This course is open to beginning as well as advanced ceramic students. Includes Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time -- see next page for details.

15 WEDNESDAY EVENING POTTERY (Beginners-Advanced) Marie Remington, MFA in Ceramics, Instructor Adults and Teens (min. 4 students) 8 Wednesdays, March 18, April 1,8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13. 6:30-9:30 PM. $144 member, $160 nonmember. All clay must be purchased from the Center for $25/25# which includes the cost of glazes and firing. Please, no outside clay! Set of tools available in class for $15 (tax included). This class is designed for hand building and wheel students of all levels of experience. Learn imaginative hand building techniques and how to throw on the potter s wheel or challenge your existing skills and consider how to combine the two approaches to clay. Work may be functional or non-functional. We will explore the unique properties of clay, the aesthetics of form, handles, lids, spouts, decorating techniques, glaze application, glaze mixing, and the loading and firing of kilns. Bring an apron and change of shoes. Notebook provided. Includes Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time -- see last class entry for details. THURSDAY AFTERNOON POTTERY Nana Maher, BFA in Ceramics and Marie Remington, MFA in Ceramics, Instructors Adults and Teens (limit 10 students) 8 Thursdays, March 19, 26, APR 9,16,23,30, MAY 7, pm. Registration Required by March 14. $144 member, $160 nonmember. All clay must be purchased from the Center for $25/25# which includes the cost of glazes and firing. Please, no outside clay! Set of tools available in class for $15 (tax included). Description the same as TUESDAY AFTERNOON POTTERY. Includes Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time -- see last class entry for details. Beaded Kumihimo Bracelet Darlene Troyer, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students) Wednesday, March 25, 10:30-2:30 pm. Registration Required by March 21. $50 member, $55 nonmember. All materials provided except Kumihimo disc. Students must bring their own Kumihimo disc for this class. Previous beginner class or knowledge of basic Kumihimo is required for this class. Join us as we take Kumihimo one step further and learn how to incorporate and interlace beads to make a stunning bracelet. Class fee includes beads, cording, and metal findings needed to finish off your creation into a wearable piece of art. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch) Copper Necklace Darlene Troyer, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students) Wednesday, April 1, 10:30-3:30 pm. Registration Required by March. $55 member, $60 nonmember. All materials provided. Learn how to etch designs onto copper and then cut and form it into a pendant. Students will learn how to etch on metal, cut thin copper sheet, file and refine and turn into a necklace. Class Pack will include: copper, findings and chain to complete one necklace. Don t forget, Mother s Day is May 10 th ; this would make a lovely gift for her! (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are soaking in the etching solution.) Remember: Art classes make a wonderful gift for any age; ask about our gift certificates!

16 Copper Cuff Bracelet Darlene Troyer, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students) Wednesday, May 6, 10:30-3:30 pm. Registration Required by May 2. $55 member, $60 nonmember. All materials provided Learn how to etch designs onto copper as you create a one-ofa- kind cuff bracelet suitable for gift giving. Mother s Day is May 10 th ; this would make a lovely gift for her! Techniques on preparing copper for etching, applying designs to metal, using etching solution and forming your unique copper cuff into a bangle will be taught in this class. Copper sheet, etchant and tools needed to complete your project are included in the class fee. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are soaking in the etching solution) Fine Silver Jewelry: Introduction to Silver Metal Clay Darlene Troyer, Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 6 Students) Wednesday, May 20, 10-5:30 pm. Registration Required by May 16. $63 member, $70 nonmember. Cost of Silver Metal Clay purchased in class for an additional $60. All basic tools provided. Learn the skills needed to manipulate and create beautiful.999 fine silver jewelry using Precious Metal Clay (PMC). We will explore the different types & properties of metal clays and to create earrings and pendants. Several techniques for firing and finishing will also be taught. Class pack fee includes: use of all tools needed for class and silver PMC packet. (Feel free to bring a sack lunch; there will be time to eat as your creations are being fired.) Pottery MONDAY EVENING ADVANCED POTTERY Cathy Tapia, M.Ed., Instructor Adults and Teens (limit 12 students) 8 Mondays, March 16, 23, APR 6, 13, 20, 27, MAY 4, 11. 6:30 9:30 pm. Registration Required by March 11. $144 members, $160 nonmember. All clay must be purchased from the Center for $25/25# which includes the cost of glazes and firing. Please, no outside clay! Set of tools available in class for $15 (tax included). This class is for advanced clay students who wish to work on their own projects with minimal instruction. The instructor will model some advanced techniques. Students will critique work to improve skills. A minimum of one introductory class at BAC and permission of the instructor is needed to enroll. Class includes Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time - see last class entry for details. TUESDAY AFTERNOON POTTERY (Beginners-Advanced) Nana Maher, BFA in Ceramics and Marie Remington, MFA in Ceramics, Instructors Adults and Teens (limit 10 students) 8 Tuesdays, March 17, 24, APR 7, 14, 21, 28, MAY 5, 12, 1-4 pm. Registration Required by March 12. $144 member, $160 nonmember. All clay must be purchased from the Center for $25/25# which includes the cost of glazes and firing. Please, no outside clay! Set of tools available in class for $15 (tax included). Includes Supervised Extra Clay Studio Time. This class is designed for hand building and wheel students of all levels of experience. Learn imaginative hand building techniques and how to throw on the potter s wheel or challenge your existing skills and consider how to combine the two approaches to clay. Work may be functional or non-functional. We will explore the unique properties of clay, the aesthetics of form, handles, lids, spouts, decorating techniques, glaze application, glaze mixing, and the loading and firing of kilns. Bring an apron and change of shoes. Notebook provided.